Born today, you are one of the most adventurous, direct, forward-thinking, experimental and hardworking individuals born under your sign -- which is saying something, given that all Aries natives possess most of these traits! You are likely to plot a course for your life at an early age, then follow it diligently and faithfully until it leads you to the threshold of success. Even when you are faced with challenges or setbacks, you never let your goal fade from view. Some may say this is mere stubbornness, but you prefer to call it dedication -- and because of it, you're likely to prevail where others fall short. The fact that you are something of a visionary doesn't hurt a bit, either!
You are quite adept at solving puzzles of all kinds, but you are at your best when you are working out how to do something that is widely considered impossible. You will apply your considerable intellect to the problem until a solution presents itself, and then you will do what others said couldn't be done.
Also born on this date are: Jackie Chan, actor and martial artist; Russell Crowe, actor; Ravi Shankar, musician; James Garner, actor; Billie Holiday, singer; Francis Ford Coppola, filmmaker; Wayne Rogers, actor; Jerry Brown, politician; David Frost, television personality; John Oates, songwriter and musician; William Wordsworth, poet; Walter Winchell, journalist; Joel Robuchon, chef.
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.
FRIDAY, APRIL 8
ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- A meeting of the minds results in the formulation of a plan, but what happens next depends upon your willingness to go for it.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Your competitive spirit will drive you into a situation that requires you to bring all your talents to bear -- both seen and unseen.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You should be able to remain on an even keel throughout the day, even though others may nearly lose control.
CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You're putting the pieces of an important personal puzzle into place, but what happens toward day's end gives you cause for doubt.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Are you capable of doing what must be done? You surely have the skills, but pure will may seem lacking. You must prove otherwise.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- An encounter with someone you've long dreamed about gets things going in an unusual direction. You have much to gain -- and much to lose.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You have more to prove than most others, but someone close to you offers up a very good reason to lie low and wait your turn.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You can offer a lesson or two to those who are in need of instruction. They will likely show their gratitude in an unusual way.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Your ability to wrap your head around a difficult concept will endear you to someone who shares your outlook -- and your ambition.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're nearly ready to put your money where your mouth is -- or so you think. There may be one or two issues to resolve first.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You're aware of much that is going on around you, but you're not likely to let it affect you adversely. You have too much at stake.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Someone who has gone farther and done more returns to give you some sound advice. You'd better take it, or you risk a major meltdown.