Your Birthday for January 11, 2013

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 11th, 2013

Born today, you often wonder why other people seem to find you so fascinating, and you often wish that you were truly as interesting as people think you are. Of course, this is merely a matter of personal perception. It is virtually impossible for you to be as taken with yourself as others are with you -- and it would be quite a problem if you were, for you would no doubt come off as intolerably self-centered and vain! No, you look upon yourself honestly, seeing both the strengths and weaknesses, the beauty and the blemishes -- and you consider yourself quite ordinary, in fact.

You observe human nature with keen interest, and like so many other Capricorn natives, it is in your interactions with others that you find true contentment. There is something about other people that you find endlessly fascinating.

Also born on this date are: Amanda Peet, actress; Mary J. Blige, singer; Naomi Judd, singer; Rod Taylor, actor; Grant Tinker, network president; Alexander Hamilton, patriot and statesman.

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, JANUARY 12

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- What have you got that someone else hasn't? This is the question that will be asked by many today, since you are shining so brightly.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Take care that you don't judge something so quickly today that you are unable to see its true value. A second or third look is in order.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You are eager to solve a problem that has been tormenting you for quite some time. The key lies in your unique perspective.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A true friend will stand by you today even though you are going through something quite personal that you cannot adequately explain.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- The probability that you will be able to do something entirely new today is low -- but you can put your unique stamp on something more traditional.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may find that someone you have mistrusted in the past is ready to step up and give you precisely what you need at this time.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may not be presenting things in the best possible light, which would explain why you're not getting the support you anticipated.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- What you most want may be beyond your reach today -- or simply beyond your means. You can surely make do with your second or third choice.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- The path ahead of you today may not be as straight and narrow as you had hoped, so you'll have to be prepared for some tough navigation.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may see things very differently today, which is sure to separate you from the crowd for a time. You can weather such solitude.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may not recognize any approaching dangers today until they are almost upon you -- but you can act fast and avoid lasting harm.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may have trouble keeping up with someone who is eager to have you match him or her step-for-step. You want to go at your own pace.

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Your Birthday for January 10, 2013

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 10th, 2013

Born today, you do not always present yourself in a formal or flowery way; you prefer a down-to-earth approach, and you trust that others will understand you better if you use simple words, in simple ways, to express simple sentiments. You're certainly not one to overcomplicate things! This doesn't mean, of course, that you are simple on the inside. On the contrary, you may be quite a mass of contradictions beneath the surface, and those who know you well know that your emotions run in strong currents -- and can recognize it when you are in the grips of some strong and unusual feelings.

You don't always like to stand out, but there may be times in which this is unavoidable, simply because you have the kind of personality that attracts the gaze of those around you. Most often, however, you prefer to blend into the background, choosing carefully the times in which you wish to be noticed.

Also born on this date are: Pat Benatar, singer; George Foreman, boxer; Rod Stewart, singer; Jim Croce, singer and songwriter; Sal Mineo, actor; Johnnie Ray, singer; Paul Henreid, actor; Ray Bolger, actor and dancer.

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, JANUARY 11

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Take nothing for granted today; that which comes your way at this time is the result of what you've been doing -- and the people you know.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- The time has come for you to put aside resentments and focus on things that have you feeling more positive. Forward motion is the key!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Some people may be expecting you to do the impossible today, and you can surprise them by doing precisely that. It can be a very good day indeed.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may find that you know more than those in charge today -- but now is not the time to mount any kind of insurrection or mutiny. Be loyal!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You have what it takes to address even the most complex issues today with clarity and insight -- though some may have trouble keeping up with you.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Once you start, you're not going to want to stop, so be sure that you have scheduled the day in a way that can be sustained.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You can't possibly know what all the messages mean that come your way, but you can assess their value by going through them one at a time.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You mustn't come off as too easy or willing to please today; there is value to the kind of conflict that results from measured willfulness.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may have one or two difficult choices to make by day's end, and for some reason, your usual support system may not be available today.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You can remember something important from days, weeks or even months ago that comes in very handy right now.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You're starting something that might get legs very soon, propelling you into the spotlight and attracting a great deal of attention.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You can't avoid responsibility altogether today, though you can work things out so that you do things pretty much on your own terms.

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Your Birthday for January 09, 2013

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 9th, 2013

Born today, you know how to capture the imaginations of those around you, and inspire them to achieve great things. This doesn't mean, of course, that you will not achieve greatness yourself -- on the contrary, you have what it takes to reach the highest pinnacle of personal success, but it is strangely less important to you, in the long run, than the impact you know you have on others. To do something by yourself may reap rewards, but to do something in tandem with another can be truly rewarding -- in a deeply personal way that cannot be challenged by any monetary gains. You are, at heart, a social being.

You have a way with words, and you are likely to be called upon again and again to say what someone else doesn't know how to express -- and you're likely to do it before ever-larger audiences. Indeed, public speaking may well be an important part of your professional life.

Also born on this date are: Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge; Dave Matthews, singer and musician; Crystal Gayle, singer; Joan Baez, singer and activist; Susannah York, actress; Bob Denver, actor; Richard Nixon, U.S. president; Gracie Fields, singer and actress.

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, JANUARY 10

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may have trouble seeing something that is lying directly in front of you today; fortunately, the danger level is quite low.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You must be willing to share your feelings openly with someone whom you are eager to get to know better -- and quickly, too!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may be a little too cocky for your own good at this time. A little confidence is healthy -- but you're overdoing it, surely!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may require assistance today when it comes to doing something that falls squarely outside your comfort zone. All you have to do is ask!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Others may think you are being unusually eccentric at this time, but you're simply feeling energetic, motivated and "on fire"!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You are not far from the one you truly love, and all you have to do is reach out for a confirmation that the feeling is mutual.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You have been complaining about things happening to you of late that are actually very much your fault -- or responsibility, anyway.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You are waiting for someone else to step up and do what you very much want to avoid doing -- but it may not pan out that way today.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Watch your attitude today; you don't want to behave in a way that can turn someone against you, even temporarily.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You don't have to be too specific at this time, but it's essential today that you get a good look at the big picture.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You must be sure that you don't lure someone into dangerous territory inadvertently or entirely by mistake. Use all necessary caution.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're going to have to spend time correcting any errors made by others today before you start dedicating time to your own efforts.

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