Your Birthday for November 17, 2012

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | November 17th, 2012

Born today, you insist on being spontaneous and doing those things that simply occur to you at any given moment -- despite the fact that this may result in something of a rootless life, and one that may actually be more dangerous than you had originally bargained for! You are likely to encounter more than your share of hazards because you do not try to anticipate what lies in wait for you around the next corner -- nor do you work to avoid it when you see it. You prefer to let the winds of fate steer you here and there.

For some, all of this would mean that success and contentment would remain elusive, but for you, they may actually be lifelong companions, simply because you have the kind of luck that others envy -- and the ability to make the most out of situations you encounter as if by accident.

Also born on this date are: Rachel McAdams, actress; Daisy Fuentes, actress and TV personality; RuPaul, celebrity; Danny DeVito, actor; Lorne Michaels, producer; Martin Scorsese, director.

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.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 18

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Someone who shares your outlook will soon share your ambitions as well -- and, perhaps, both your methods and motives.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may not be able to continue according to plan without making certain adjustments deemed necessary by one in charge.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- There are those who will follow you through thick and thin, but others are likely to challenge you and insist upon doing things their own way.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You and a friend may not be entirely in sync at this time, and this results in tension that cannot easily be explained away.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You will want to explore the future of a relationship that has, in effect, just begun. There may be something serious in the making.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Despite all you have done to convince someone else that your plan is the best for everyone, he or she may still balk at the last minute.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You must be ready to act when a certain opportunity arises that you have long been anticipating. Even a slight delay yields disappointment.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- It's a good day for taking turns. You and your teammates can assess with greater accuracy just what each brings to the table.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may receive assistance from an unlikely source today -- and just in time, too! Don't hesitate to take full advantage of it.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may have to wait longer than expected for someone to give you what has been promised. Be patient -- it's sure to be worth the wait.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You'll be recognized for what you have to offer -- but you must make it clear where you have drawn the line.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Being on time and ready to work is expected of you -- but you have much more to give than the bare minimum, and you'll quickly make that known.

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Your Birthday for November 16, 2012

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | November 16th, 2012

Born today, you are not the kind to accept criticism with tremendous grace. In fact, you may at times come completely unglued when someone offers up his or her honest opinion of your work or performance -- and for this reason it is best that you adopt a strict policy of discounting anyone's opinion. You insist on remaining free of the kinds of ties that result in nothing but personal debt of one kind or another, so deep is your desire for complete independence and autonomy. The risk, of course, is that you may be alone for much of your life.

You never try to conceal your feelings from others -- nor could you if you tried, they are so volatile and prevalent. You feel strongly about most things, and there are times when it may seem you do not even prioritize. You can be joyous or desperate at the drop of a hat.

Also born on this date are: Oksana Baiul, Olympic figure skater; Lisa Bonet, actress; Dwight Gooden, baseball player; Shigeru Miyamoto, video game designer; Daws Butler, cartoon voice actor; Burgess Meredith, actor.

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.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 17

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may realize that something is not as it should be today, but it will very likely be difficult to persuade another that you are right.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You are likely to be disappointed when someone else tries to do what you have done so successfully in the past. Be patient!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Not everyone understands what you are up to at this time, so you must be patient with those who are not able to do as you expect.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- It's time for you to show someone else just what you are capable of doing when the chips are down. Now is no time for any wasted effort!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may be ready for hard times ahead, but one situation in particular is likely to challenge you more than you have reason to expect.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You'll be able to maneuver your way into a position that affords you a better view of where you are going -- and where you have been.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may have to be the first one to suggest a compromise if you want a current conflict to be resolved successfully.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may be relying on others more than usual today, but one person in particular can be trusted to do precisely what you need.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may find yourself racing against the clock today -- but only because you want to prove to yourself that you can be on time.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may have to be more forceful than usual if you want those around you to do what you want in the time allowed.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You're tempted to say or do something that you fear will be taken the wrong way by someone -- and that's an instinct you should heed!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Demands made on your time are not likely to be unclear or unrealistic -- but you may simply not be in the mood to do what you are told.

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Your Birthday for November 15, 2012

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | November 15th, 2012

Born today, you do not enjoy those who are in any way secretive, and you will do what you can to avoid associating with such individuals as much as possible. Of course you do realize that this may not be realistic, for in the modern world there are those who will try to keep things from you, deceive you or otherwise mislead you in order to get what they want from you. However, you are a strong individual with a great deal of personal resolve and willpower, and you're certainly not a pushover. You can hold your ground quite well, and avoid being adversely influenced by those who would treat you dishonestly.

You may not know exactly what you are meant to do with your life, at least in a professional sense, for quite some time, and your youth may prove a time for free exploration, experimentation and discovery. Some will be critical, but others will envy your ability to sail where the winds take you.

Also born on this date are: Sam Waterston, actor; Petula Clark, actress and singer; Ed Asner, actor; Joseph Wapner, judge of "People's Court" fame; Georgia O'Keeffe, artist.

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, NOVEMBER 16

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may be quite unpredictable throughout the day, and this can give you the advantage over those who play strictly by the rules.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You can defy expectations and have those in authority choosing you for a major project. You'll be playing in the big leagues very soon.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may feel as though you are not getting the whole story from someone close to you. You may have to fill in the blanks on your own.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You are trying to gain the advantage over someone who has been running ahead of you for quite some time. It will take some creative thinking.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may find yourself waiting for someone else to make the first move -- but once that hurdle has been overcome, things heat up quickly.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You'll realize just how far you and a friend have traveled together -- and now is the time to begin making a new and exciting plan.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You have one or two surprises in store for those who do not expect much from you at this time. You always have something cooking!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Check and double-check all setups to make sure that you can deal with any eventuality. You don't want to leave anything to chance.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may not be able to attain perfection, but it's certainly a worthy goal! Don't settle for anything less than your best.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Doing only what another tells you may get you where you're going, but you won't feel as though you have made your own contribution.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You can add a little more excitement to what would otherwise be merely routine endeavors today. Your involvement inspires others.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You should be able to combine business and pleasure with remarkable ease -- and success. Some things must not be taken personally.

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