Your Birthday for October 10, 2012

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | October 10th, 2012

Born today, you are creative, active and always youthful in spirit. You are the kind to hang on faithfully to those childhood traits that can -- and do -- serve you well in adulthood. You understand that a well-adjusted and capable adult is one who is always in touch with an inner child. Not for you the kind of selfish, self-indulgent behavior that so many other adult children seem to revel in. You insist on balance in your life, and that means making that child within you a dutiful -- yet playful -- servant of your adult self.

You are able to put your best foot forward in almost all situations, and others are likely to succumb to your considerable charms at the first meeting. You are a hard worker when you have the opportunity to apply yourself to something that captures your interest and earns your lasting dedication.

Also born on this date are: Helen Hayes, actress; Tanya Tucker, singer; Ben Vereen, actor, singer, dancer, entertainer; Brett Favre, football player; David Lee Roth, rocker; Thelonious Monk, musician.

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, OCTOBER 11

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Something you've always assumed was nothing more than legend or embellishment may well turn out to be the truth.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Information comes to you today in short bursts -- and not all of it when you need it. You'll have to fill in the blanks on your own.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Don't assume that you know what you are doing just because the situation you face seems familiar; there are hidden differences!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You are trying to do something new and different at this time, but someone who is not as enthusiastic is trying to stand in your way.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You can put your best foot forward without seeming to show off in any way. What comes of a chance encounter defies logic.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Maintaining a realistic outlook when the endeavors you are involved in are so seemingly unrealistic may be tricky today.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- There is such a thing as being too clever, and today you are coming perilously close to crossing that line.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Check in with those who haven't been maintaining contact with you of late. They have information that you will surely need by day's end.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may have to do a little bit more than usual -- and in a little less time than usual -- to accomplish something that is usually easier.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Now is no time to play games with a friend by concealing the truth -- or any part of it. It's time to tell the tale in its entirety.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Recent development are likely to affect you more than many others -- and the reason should be clear to you by day's end.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Something exciting is in the making at this time, and you'll want to make yourself available to any potentially rewarding new developments.

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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.

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, 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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