Your Birthday for October 09, 2012

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | October 9th, 2012

Born today, you are not quite what you seem to be, and this is sure to give you an advantage in a great many of life's most taxing situations. Some may see you as flighty and irresponsible, others as disconnected or self-absorbed and even others as simply difficult. The truth, of course, is that while you can be all of these things, every such trait is accompanied in your nature by its polar opposite. Thus, you are solid, reliable, responsible, communicative and generous. You are likely to accomplish much that is unique and memorable in your lifetime.

You will accept burdens with grace, and you will see things through even if it means you must weather uncommon and lasting difficulties. There is a kind of deep sadness about you that others cannot truly comprehend, and it is an aspect of your personality that you must surely learn to navigate.

Also born on this date are: Sharon Osbourne, TV personality; Scott Bakula, actor; John Lennon, singer, musician, former Beatle; Jackson Browne, singer and songwriter.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 10

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- It's not enough to get things done according to the rules, but you must try to do so with style, paying attention to internal rhythms.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You have enough time to get everything done today, provided you do it all in the right order, and focus on economy and efficiency.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Your interaction with another may be colored by the memory of a past exchange that didn't go as planned. Rise above it!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Others are more than willing to assist you, but you must know exactly what you need -- and how and when to ask for it.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You are likely to be recognized for a past accomplishment, but your focus should be on those endeavors that lie ahead.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may not feel fully satisfied by a creative endeavor that doesn't really give you the freedom of expression for which you had hoped.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Make sure that certain safety measures are securely in place today before others embark on an endeavor that could be dangerous.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may find yourself in charge of a certain series of developments that do not, ultimately, involve you directly. You have needed skills.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- An emotional situation develops quickly, and you are the only one who understands how to keep things from getting out of hand.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- A change of direction can serve you and others quite well -- but you must be sure you know as much as possible about what lies ahead.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Now is no time to overcomplicate things. The simple, straightforward approach keeps you from a personal entanglement.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're likely to crave the kind of involvement that is not usually available to you -- but right now it's exactly what lies in store.

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Your Birthday for October 08, 2012

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | October 8th, 2012

Born today, you are one of those strong-willed individuals who is able to prevail in any situation to which you commit yourself -- but the trick, of course, is to assess a situation carefully ahead of time so that you know you are committing to something that can, indeed, be done! You are no fool, and you are certainly no daredevil; you are confident but not foolhardy, and you spend your time, energy and money wisely. You have a deeply creative soul, and you are never content with merely finishing a project; you want to finish it in style, performing your accepted tasks to the best of your ability.

You never underestimate the power and value of humor; indeed, you use laughter to communicate all manner of things -- and others respond well, for you strive to be universal in your application of a well-timed joke. You have a knack for inspiring others.

Also born on this date are: Sigourney Weaver, actress; Stephanie Zimbalist, actress; Rona Barrett, gossip columnist; Matt Damon, actor; Chevy Chase, actor and comedian; Jesse Jackson, civil rights leader.

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.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 9

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- When all is said and done, you'll find that you have accomplished less than you had hoped, but more than others might have expected.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Repetition today is the only way you can get things just right -- and even then you may wish you had more time to make certain adjustments.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may find yourself pulled in a certain direction against your will. An attitude adjustment can help you fit in more securely.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You'll want to put yourself in the best light in order to make a good impression. Appearance and behavior go hand in hand.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You can learn a great deal by watching someone with more experience do what you want to be doing. Pay particular attention to the little things.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may have to work out of order today in order to take advantage of resources and use the time most efficiently.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You'll have to wait for others to catch up to you before you can kick it into high gear. Even then, gains must be carefully measured.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may find yourself a hot topic on the rumor mill once again -- but you don't have to take what you hear seriously.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- A scheduling error is likely to affect you more than others -- and you'll have to pull more than your share of the weight as a result.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- What appears to be one thing today is likely to be something else quite different once you have a chance to look at it more closely.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You must try to keep in touch with those who are not in your immediate vicinity today, as they can help you -- even from a distance.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Protestations are not likely to do you much good. You can only reverse a negative development by taking positive action.

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Your Birthday for October 07, 2012

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | October 7th, 2012

Born today, you are a lively, quick and sometimes contentious individual -- but you love to have fun more than anything. You sometimes behave in ways that are simply inexplicable to others, and you know how to use the element of surprise very much to your advantage, in both personal pursuits and professional endeavors. You are positive, ambitious and confident that you can make your dreams come true -- and as you progress through life you will be granted numerous opportunities to prove that you are so capable. You don't need the approval of others, but you do enjoy it, and will seek it out in situations that can provide you an elegant sufficiency of it.

You are a tolerant individual, never one to judge someone without the evidence to back up your views. You will help others rather than hinder them, and if you can be of no practical help, you will surely offer moral support. The truth is that you enjoy getting along with people.

Also born on this date are: Taylor Hicks, singer; Toni Braxton, singer; Simon Cowell, producer, critic; Yo-Yo Ma, cellist; Vladimir Putin, Russian president; John Mellencamp, rocker; Bishop Desmond Tutu, equal rights advocate; June Allyson, actress; Niels Bohr, atomic physicist.

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.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 8

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may be in the mood for a celebration of sorts today, and it will be up to you to see that there is something to celebrate!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may not think you can get everything done on time today, but once you get started your efficiency and productivity will surprise even you!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Now is not the time to feign interest in another's affairs; either you are interested or you are not -- but honest feelings are called for at this time.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- The messages that are meant for you today may be sent to the wrong individuals at first, and once they get to you time is of the essence!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- What can and cannot be done today may be a matter of policy -- which you can change, certainly, but it is likely to take awhile.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You are not succeeding at things the way you had hoped -- but you are not losing ground, either. This can be considered a positive trend.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Now is not the time to be focusing solely upon your own efforts, or their desired results. You must pay attention to another today.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Any promises you make will have to be kept, certainly -- but you may find that you are under a time constraint as a result.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- There is a certain change coming, and you feel it in ways that cannot be easily expressed. You'll be ready, certainly.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You'll have a chance to demonstrate your expertise in a field or endeavor that is somewhat unusual. Others want to be like you!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- The more organized you are, the better your day will progress -- though not necessarily more swiftly. Some things just take time.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You can increase the comfort level at home or at the workplace -- but that doesn't mean you have less to do, surely!

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