Your Birthday for December 22, 2012

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 22nd, 2012

Born today, you enjoy taking risks, but you are never foolhardy in your approach; indeed, you strive to be as prepared as possible before undergoing any kind of personal trial, and you want to know that there is the potential for reward at the end of the line. It's not that you are only after personal gain -- though there is certainly a place for such prizes in your life -- but that you respond well to motivation of any kind, and personal gain can prove a powerful motivator! There are others, of course, that work for you -- including doing good for those around you, and providing for friends and family.

You have a great many skills, and yet you may be most interested in developing those that are rarer than others. Like a great many born under your sign, you are not the kind to let a single triumph or failure steer your course, for you know that both are in the cards for you at some point.

Also born on this date are: Jordin Sparks, singer; Maurice Gibb, musician and singer; Steve Garvey, baseball player; Diane Sawyer, TV anchor.

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, DECEMBER 23

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Your own accomplishments may be the subject of scrutiny, as others try to determine just how you are able to do what you do.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- A change of behavior may send a signal to others that you do not really intend; make it clear that nothing permanent is going on.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You'll have the chance to secure for yourself and for your family something that is quite valuable -- and lasting.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You'll come in contact with those who seem to know better than you do what is required and how to achieve it. Watch, listen and learn!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Hard work is in store today, particularly if you don't make an early start and secure a lead for yourself. Catching up may be very hard to do.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Take care that you do not risk everything merely by saying a little too much too soon. There will come a time to share your ideas.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You will learn a great deal today from someone under your care; whether he or she is young or old, the outlook being shared is what matters.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You'll receive information from another that has you wondering if you have been on the right track. Some things simply sound strange.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may find yourself basking in the appreciation that others have for your past efforts -- but don't let it all go to your head!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Your intentions must be very clear today, or those who are working with you may not present your ideas with enough vision or clarity.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may be feeling your oats today, willing to engage is some mischief merely because of the fun and danger that it involves.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may be able to reach further than usual to try and achieve something that hasn't be done before. Others are watching you.

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Your Birthday for December 21, 2012

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 21st, 2012

Born today, you are one to defy the odds and snatch victory from the hungry jaws of defeat far more often than not -- and, indeed, others are likely to consider you more than a little lucky! You do have something of a Midas touch, in that much that you come in contact with turns to gold -- figuratively, of course. Those who partner with you know that you can bring to a project just the kind of energy and commitment that can make the difference between success and failure; those who do not will come to know you as a formidable adversary with an uncanny ability to second-guess the competition.

You have a creative way of thinking about the world, and you will surprise no one if you pursue a career in the arts. You prefer those activities that are collaborative over those that require long hours of solitary effort, and any job that takes advantage of your communication skills can prove quite rewarding to you.

Also born on this date are: Kiefer Sutherland, actor; Andy Dick, comedian; Ray Romano, actor and comedian; Chris Evert, tennis player; Samuel L. Jackson, 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, DECEMBER 22

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Someone you serve may be unclear as to the reasons for his or her latest requests or instructions. Still, you must stay the course.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You can come up with an idea or two that has even your rivals thinking that you know better than they do how to achieve success.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- The clock is ticking, and you cannot afford to find yourself bringing up the rear at this time. You may want to get an early start.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- It's a good day for reflection -- though there are some issues that may be more stubborn than others and require further investigation.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Someone is waiting for you to finish your assigned tasks before he or she can put the finishing touches on a group effort. Get them done!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You'll want to be sure that no one has to wait for you. Tend to your duties according to the schedule that has been laid out.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Fun and games can quickly turn sour if you are not careful; everyone must follow the rules -- but some may not know there are any!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Yes, it's up to you to say where things must go at this time; without your careful guidance, a sense of direction may be lost entirely.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- There's no need for you to rely on another who, in turn, is relying on someone else. You know how to get things done on your own today.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may finally need assistance with a domestic issue that threatens to get out of hand. There's no shame in asking for help!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- That which begins behind the scenes and out of view of the public, can develop very quickly -- but you must exert a controlling influence.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Now is the time for you to accept responsibility for something done quite a while ago. Today, the stars favor honesty -- and forgiveness.

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Your Birthday for December 20, 2012

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 20th, 2012

Born today, you are able to remain in the background, working tirelessly in support of someone else's efforts, because you know that to be in the spotlight is not always what it is cracked up to be, and that dedicating yourself to a worthwhile project or ideology can prove to be the most satisfying thing in life. You are one of those who allows the success of others to shine on you as well -- but you are not the kind to take credit you do not deserve. You are always eager to provide another with what is needed in a moment of crisis -- and you are able to provide much that others cannot, and thus your involvement is likely to be prized.

You can perform well when all eyes are on you -- though that is not a situation that you will actively seek out or cultivate. You much prefer to go about your business in a quiet, dedicated way, free from the kind of adoration and intrusion that comes with being in the spotlight.

Also born on this date are: JoJo, singer; David Cook, singer; Billy Bragg, singer; Uri Geller, psychic; Peter Criss, drummer.

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, DECEMBER 21

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Your interaction with others will be colored by your inability to see things in a modern way. It's time for an upgrade!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Someone much younger than you will provide you with information you need to progress at a faster pace -- and at a higher level of efficiency.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Are you really calling the shots? You may think that you're in charge, but a reminder comes to you that indicates this is not really the case.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You can demonstrate significant know-how -- though there will be someone who is able to compete with you head-to-head.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You mustn't give orders without determining how best to convey instructions and inspire those around you at the same time.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You feel that you are being misled by someone whose attempts to rise beyond his or her station are causing you to react in an unusual fashion.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Your intentions must not be in doubt. Focus on those endeavors that really come from the heart. Any deception must be avoided.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You can put the pieces of a puzzle together in such a way that others are drawn to both the questions you are asking and the answers.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're eager to have one or two of your dreams come true, and today you can do something to see that progress is made in that direction.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You are not stuck in a rut, but neither are you working at peak efficiency or creativity. Something is slowing you down.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may feel as though you are further from what is important to you today than you would prefer -- and this can be reversed quickly.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You must keep an eye on things as they develop. Are you willing to judge yourself honestly, every step of the way?

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