Born today, you never flinch from those activities and endeavors that, by their very nature, attract attention and train all observing eyes on you. You understand that this will attract just as much criticism over time as it does praise, but you are emotionally and psychologically equipped to handle it, and while you never let it hold you back, you can, and often do, learn a great deal from the comments of others -- even if they are not said directly to your face.
There are times when you may suffer from a unique kind of insecurity -- not one that leads you to doubt your abilities, but rather, that causes you, at times, to doubt your relevance. It’s the question you may ask more than any other: “Do I matter?” No matter how you may feel at any given time, the answer is a resounding “yes”!
Also born on this date are: Martin Lawrence, actor and comedian; Selena, singer; Charlie Chaplin, actor; Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, basketball player; Pope Benedict XVI; Jon Cryer, actor; Wilbur Wright, inventor, pioneer aviator; Bobby Vinton, singer.
To see what is in store for you tomorrow, find your birthday and read the corresponding paragraph. Let your birthday star be your daily guide.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17
SCOPRIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Information you’ve gathered recently can begin to garner you very specific gains. Take care that you aren’t misreading key signs.
ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You are eager to look into a new opportunity today, but the first thing you’re likely to learn is that it is anything but fresh and new.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may be affected indirectly today by something to which you thought you were immune. You may soon move in a new direction as a result.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You can make arrangements for others far more easily than you can for yourself -- but why? Something inside is holding you back for the moment.
CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- It’s a good day to look back and assess past performances, and to ensure that you have what it takes to continue along your current lines.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Whether you are spending more time than money, or more money than time, you must ensure that you have plenty of both when facing a key decision.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Check in with those who have been close to you in the past to see if there isn’t something you continue to overlook. Honest talk is key.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may find yourself traveling a much farther distance today than originally anticipated -- but one of the reasons is personal choice.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may have trouble believing what is right in front of your face today, but later, experiences will likely prove it all in retrospect.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- While others are more concerned with how something looks, you’re more interested in what’s beneath the surface, despite the optics.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may get right to the heart of a key issue today, but why are you able to when no one else has been before? You know, but you’ll never tell!
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may come under the spell of someone whose motives are suspect. Take care that you don’t let yourself be led down the primrose path.