Born today, you are something of an intellectual, though others may not know it. In fact, you may not even know it yourself! The truth is, however, that you approach almost every situation -- whether expected or unexpected, routine or unusual, dangerous or benign -- in a very thoughtful manner, putting brainpower before brawn, and even before your own feelings most of the time. You believe that there is no problem that cannot be solved by thinking about it long enough. It may not be a quick solution that you arrive at, but more often than not it will be one that works, and that lasts. You watch what is going on around you very carefully, and you determine your best course of action only after weighing the pros and cons with mathematical precision.
When it comes to your emotions, you acknowledge that not all situations in life require more thought than feeling -- especially love. But even in the romantic arena, you try to balance the head and the heart in order to avoid decisions or behaviors that might be harmful to yourself or another. You always try to avoid impulsive decisions.
Also born on this date are: Samuel L. Jackson, actor; Kiefer Sutherland, actor; Jane Fonda, actress; Frank Zappa, musician; Andy Dick, comedian; Florence Griffith Joyner, Olympic sprinter; Chris Evert, tennis player; Benjamin Disraeli, British prime minister; Walter Hagen, golfer; Julie Delpy, actress; Karrie Webb, golfer.
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.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 22
ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may have to reveal something about yourself that you've been trying to conceal even from loved ones. The truth will out in the end!
TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may have just enough time to get a certain task completed, but you'll still have to get someone in charge to sign off on it.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You cannot say you've reached that all-important goal until you begin to tally the benefits. Once that happens, you've done it!
CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may be excited about something that leaves another quite cold, but for now it's all about personal taste, anyway.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- A creative endeavor is bound to take a lot out of you. Once the wheels stop turning, you'll surely want to get plenty of rest.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Progress may not be dramatic, and others may not even register the gains you are making, but you are indeed moving forward.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Your heart may not be in it, but you still have to fulfill your obligations on time and in a way that satisfies those in charge.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Now is no time to back away from a challenge. Instead, you'll want to forge ahead even though things are more difficult than ever before.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may not be able to keep up with a rival, but that doesn't mean you should abandon the chase. Your time will surely come.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You should have the energy you need to reach previously established goals, even though you may not have slept well.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- The quality of your work is above any sort of criticism, but there are some who may wish that you were working more quickly and consistently.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Assemble the right team, and you should be able to accomplish almost anything -- today, tomorrow or in the days to come.