Your Birthday for February 13, 2013

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | February 13th, 2013

Born today, you are one of the more forceful individuals born under a sign noted for those who are able to balance force and sensitivity. The truth is that while you do slightly favor the more aggressive and acquisitive side of your nature, you also harbor deep feelings about much, and are often hard-pressed to control those feelings so that they do not get the better of you. This ongoing conflict beneath the surface is what gives you your color, your character and your capability for doing so much! You are never easy to sum up in any way.

You may go through two or three periods during your life in which you seem to disappear for an extended time, and this is the result of your need, upon occasion, to engage in deep reflection and self-assessment. You truly believe that "the unexamined life is not worth living."

Also born on this date are: Stockard Channing, actress; Bess Truman, U.S. first lady; Peter Gabriel, singer, songwriter and composer; Jerry Springer, talk-show host; George Segal, actor; Chuck Yeager, test pilot.

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, FEBRUARY 14

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You'll be under pressure to do well today -- and you can fulfill all expectations if you stick to what you know best.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're about to be judged by someone who has been in your shoes before -- but you mustn't assume you'll have an advantage because of that.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may feel as though you are trying to climb out of a hole that someone else dug for you -- but in fact you are to blame for this misfortune.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You are ready to take on additional responsibilities today, but a rival has a surprise in store for you before the day is out.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- It's up to you to do something that others are unwilling to do. Success in this endeavor depends upon your ability to reinterpret a classic.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may not understand what is being asked of you today, but if you do what you know how to do best you will acquit yourself well.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You are searching for that which is likely to remain out of sight and out of reach for much longer -- but the endeavor itself is valuable to you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You'll have reason to be nervous today, but you'll also have a great deal of valuable experience to fall back on when it counts.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Don't be afraid to do what another is unwilling to do. By stepping up when it's your turn, you'll be noticed by someone with clout.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You'll find yourself very close to one who does something unusual to you -- from the inside out. You have to determine what's going on!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may have to rub someone the wrong way today in order to do something that you know is necessary. Timing is everything.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- It's a good day to share your opinions -- but even though others will want to hear what you have to say, you must use care in saying it.

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Your Birthday for February 12, 2013

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | February 12th, 2013

Born today, you are an imaginative individual with a penchant for dreaming big dreams -- and those that you are able to bring to fruition are sure to pay off handsomely! You are not one to be flighty or unrealistic, and even when you are conjuring something entirely new and different, you base your ideas on solid reality that is confirmed and unshakable. You may at times bite off more than you can chew, but you are able to juggle a great many jobs, duties and responsibilities at the same time without too much fuss. You will often work hard to see another's efforts pay off -- provided you can share in those profits.

You are not one to let difficulty dampen your enthusiasm; indeed, the more difficult something is, the more dedicated you become to the achievement of your goals. You understand that not everyone can live up to your high standards, and fortunately you do not expect them to -- in most cases.

Also born on this date are: Maud Adams, actress; Christina Ricci, actress; Arsenio Hall, comedian; Charles Darwin, naturalist; Abraham Lincoln, U.S. president.

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, FEBRUARY 13

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You don't want to be sorry for something you say today; keep your thoughts in your head unless you know they will be positive and productive.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You'll be struggling to get back on track in some way today. Once you do get down to business, you'll experience a kind of rejuvenation.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- What is so compelling to you today is the feeling you get from knowing that you're on the right track; you won't want to stop.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Someone you hardly know will come to you with a request -- and a piece of advice that you know you cannot afford to ignore.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may get into something rather heated with someone else who maintains that you are in over your head. You know where you stand.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- A friend or loved one is in need of something that only you can give -- and give it you will, provided you are aware of the need! Listen up!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Information you receive today allows you to free yourself from certain outdated restrictions. You can fly higher than you have before.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Something very big is just around the corner, but you may want to slow down and focus on your own readiness before you face the music.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Whether you are dealing with fact or fiction will make a big difference in your performance today. You must determine which is which.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Avoid any kind of knee-jerk reaction today. The more rational you can be, the better -- especially when others are hot under the collar.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You'll have good reason to look back at a moment from your past and recreate what you can without trying to relive it.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- The experience you gain today is worth far more than any kind of tangible reward -- just as the journey is more essential than the destination.

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Your Birthday for February 11, 2013

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | February 11th, 2013

Born today, you are an active, even aggressive individual who will jump at virtually any opportunity that arises, provided it is not too far-fetched, dangerous or unconventional. There is something a bit old-fashioned in your nature that keeps you from going too far out on a limb and doing things that others would find unacceptable. Fortunately, this is not likely to hold you back in any significant way -- though occasionally you may say "no" to something as a result, when in fact you should say "yes," if only for the fun or adventure of it. You know what you want, and when you know how to get it, you will stop at nothing to be satisfied.

You cannot abide doing a thing simply because you are told to do it; in fact, you are not likely to respond well to any kind of "handling" by an authority figure. You want to figure out what to do on your own, then do it on your own and face the consequences -- good or bad -- on your own.

Also born on this date are: Sheryl Crow, singer and songwriter; Jennifer Aniston, actress; Burt Reynolds, actor; Matt Lawrence, actor; Sergio Mendes, musician; Sidney Sheldon, author; Thomas Edison, inventor.

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, FEBRUARY 12

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may have to adjust your technique today in order to suit another's personal taste. Don't do anything to go against the grain.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may think "it can't happen to you," but today you must take care that you don't put yourself in a vulnerable position.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- What you have to offer is widely sought after, but you may not be ready to unveil your latest creation. Don't be hasty!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You will have a hard time getting the kind of quick start you are eager for, but any attempt at forcing things will only work against you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You have certain information that many others are eager to attain; are you ready and willing to share it -- or do you want some remuneration?

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- A friendly competition is likely to heat up today, resulting in a conflict that may not be resolved for quite some time.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You'll have a chance to do something today that puts you in a more advanced position. Others want to be where you are today.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You'll have the sense that what you are hearing is truly essential, but you may not know how to use the information just yet.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may find yourself on the wrong team before the day is out. Don't fret; you are always at your best when facing such a challenge.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- It's a good day to show off your skills -- and it's an even better day to begin developing one or two new ones as well.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- What begins quickly is certainly worth your attention today. Focus on your technique, and on maintaining a balanced approach.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may not agree with someone in charge today, but now is not the time to raise an objection publicly. Keep things under wraps for now.

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