Your Birthday for January 23, 2013

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 23rd, 2013

Born today, you put your heart into everything you do, and you will stick with a thing until hell freezes over -- or until you acknowledge to yourself that there is virtually no gain to be had by sticking with it. You have a strong will, and you will not change course simply to please others; you will, however, change quickly and often if you have not yet found what pleases you and gives you true professional or personal contentment. For this reason, it may be difficult for you to have one single career; you may actually have several -- even simultaneously!

Those around you are not always going to like what you say or do -- and that's all right with you! Indeed, there are those who like you very much, and those who do not like you at all. Rare indeed is that person who does not harbor some strong feeling about you one way or the other.

Also born on this date are: Tiffani-Amber Thiessen, actress; Princess Caroline of Monaco; Rutger Hauer, actor; Chita Rivera, actress, dancer, singer; Ernie Kovacs, comedian; Edouard Manet, painter; John Hancock, patriot.

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 24

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You must be willing to go the distance today. Any time you do not follow through, you are threatening your own reputation, and another's as well.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Others may laugh at what you have to offer, but you know that your ideas are current and valuable.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may want something from a certain someone today that he or she is at first unwilling or unable to give. All that will change soon.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You must be willing to put more on the line than you have in the past; others are willing to support you only if you demonstrate confidence.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Don't make the mistake of thinking that you are "entitled" today; take what comes, and be grateful that you are your current position.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You are feeling somewhat frisky today, and you must be sure that your behavior, while unusual, doesn't become off-putting or unacceptable.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You will have to work hard today to reach your goals; the brass ring may be out of reach for quite a while, but you mustn't give up hope.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You aren't the ranking expert today, and you must be willing to accept that fact. Indeed, you can learn a lot from an elder.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may be eager to have more fun than usual today, but you mustn't promote behavior that is unacceptable to the boss.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You've narrowed down a certain issue to its most basic components, and now you should be able to discuss it in some detail.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may want to promote an idea that is considered quite unconventional by some -- but others think that the time is just about right.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- One good turn deserves another today -- and after dark you're likely to be surprised by someone who is returning a special favor.

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Your Birthday for January 22, 2013

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 22nd, 2013

Born today, you are self-aware, self-supporting, self-sufficient, self-starting and, most often, quite self-satisfied. This is not to suggest that you are in any way smug or cocky. On the contrary, you have a very honest view of yourself and your abilities -- but you recognize that what you are good at, you are VERY good at. You can likely outdo virtually any competitor when pitted against one head-to-head. You don't need others to lift you up when you are down, nor do you require constant praise; you can weather criticism by giving it only the slightest attention. You are able to make up your own mind, and you have no qualms about changing it when necessary.

You have a great deal of sex appeal, and you may well leave a great many broken hearts in your wake -- but that is by no means your intention, surely! The truth is that you will always follow your heart, and you cannot control what another might feel, whether or not you return those feelings.

Also born on this date are: Diane Lane, actress; Linda Blair, actress; John Hurt, actor; Joseph Wambaugh, author; Sam Cooke, singer; Bill Bixby, actor; Piper Laurie, actress; George Balanchine, choreographer; D.W. Griffith, filmmaker; Sir Francis Bacon, explorer.

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, JANUARY 23

ARIES (March 21-Apri1 19) -- You mustn't panic when things go a little wrong today; keep your head above water and do what you can to minimize any long-term hardship.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You must be able to strike a balance between what you know is right and what you know is possible. Somewhere in there is the solution.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- There are certain perameters you must respect today as you go about your business. You aren't likely to be allowed the freedom you are used to.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You have been entertaining a notion that is unusual for you -- and you find it both exciting and frightening. You must make a decision soon.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Things may look good to you, but beneath the surface there are some unhealthy rumblings that you must pay attention to today.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You want to get your hands on something that really inspires you to new heights, but it may not be available to you just yet. Be patient.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You can do something traditional in an entirely new way today -- and attract a great many new participants as well.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may have trouble understanding why the rules are what they are -- but no matter what, you must be willing to follow them!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Nothing is certain, but you are likely to have one or two hunches that are so strong you are tempted to interpret them as sure things.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You are looking forward to something fun and exciting, but in order to prepare for it properly you'll have to put in a good deal of work.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Once you ask that certain someone how they are doing, it's like opening the flood gates. You must be ready to lend an ear for a while!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- A special request made some time ago is likely to be honored at this time, and the end result is likely to be much more than anticipated.

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Your Birthday for January 21, 2013

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 21st, 2013

Born today, you are not always in a great hurry to get things done before anyone else does, and you are not driven by any great desire to break records or achieve the impossible. Rather, you tend to go about your business in a quiet, confident, businesslike manner that is almost guaranteed to find success, even when things get tough. You have a great many skills, and you know how to combine them to make the most of the potential in any situation. Despite any adversity, you are able somehow to maintain momentum and move forward, even when others are slowing, stopping or turning around! You know how to weather controversy, as well.

Once you have won the affection of those around you, you can count on it through thick and thin -- forever. Indeed, you inspire that kind of loyalty among friends and supporters; they're not likely to go anywhere, even when you risk letting them down -- which rarely happens, if ever!

Also born on this date are: Hakeem Olajuwon, basketball player; Robby Benson, actor; Geena Davis, actress; Jill Eikenberry, actress; Mac Davis, singer and actor; Placido Domingo, operatic tenor; Jack Nicklaus, golfer; Wolfman Jack, disk jockey; Telly Savalas, actor; Paul Scofield, actor; Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson, military 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, JANUARY 22

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- That which appears before you today is likely to mean more after you enjoy some hands-on experience with it. Don't make assumptions.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Someone is testing your patience -- and your ability to make on-the-spot decisions. You are able to anticipate things with remarkable accuracy.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- When the day comes to a close you'll have a chance to look back and assess what you have done. Much of it deserves to be remembered.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may be affected in a highly personal way by what another does as a matter of course today. The unusual needn't be all-important.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may be able to attract the support you need at this time, but even then you'll still have to navigate certain stubborn obstacles.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may not have a great deal of patience today when it comes to those who are insisting that their way is the right way.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Those who break the rules today are going to have to deal with you in no uncertain terms. Don't be too harsh, however!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may encounter difficulties today when you try to do things in a new and more technological way. Try something old-fashioned!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Your expectations are leading you astray at this time; you are advised to take things lightly, and trust in a more realistic view.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may not feel as though you are ready to start a major new project today, but once you do start there will be no stopping you!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You must know when to forge ahead and when to call it quits. Indecision on your part can be quite dangerous for you and others today.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Yes, you have the ability to anticipate the day's events before they begin -- but you must resist the temptation to use this for unearned gain.

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