Your Birthday for March 11, 2013

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | March 11th, 2013

Born today, you tend to rise to the occasion when things get tough and others seem to be struggling, and you have a knack for knowing just what you need to do in order to make things better quickly for those around you. You are confident that you will know what to do in almost any crisis situation -- not because you are so well-rounded, knowledgeable or skilled, but because you have faith in your instincts and trust that they will see you through. Also, you have a certain fearlessness that keeps you from panicking in dangerous or dire situations.

You don't need to dwell on things; you experience, react and move on. Quick to deal with life's various episodes, you're not the kind to get stuck for any reason, and you prefer to move quickly from one opportunity to the next. Some may consider this behavior "rootless," but you consider it fun, exciting and rewarding.

Also born on this date are: Thora Birch, actress; LeToya Luckett, singer; Bobby McFerrin, musician and vocalist; Sam Donaldson, news anchor; Rupert Murdoch, media mogul; Lawrence Welk, bandleader.

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, MARCH 12

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may have to give away a little more information today than you had originally planned on, but you'll have someone's attention.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Your ability to solve a riddle comes in handy today. You're not likely to get a second chance, so work quickly and efficiently.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- It is very likely today that the best way you can be of help is to get out of the way -- at least until someone else has laid the groundwork.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may be surprised at the level of emotional investment you have put into a current endeavor. You really want to win this one!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- There's very little else you can do today but stand by and watch things unfold. Trying to take control of the situation can work against you.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You're going to want to keep an eye on the goings-on around you today; you can learn a thing or two from the way a novice does things.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- The choice to fight for another's cause is likely to come quite easily to you today, as you believe in the good it can do.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You know what is making people do what they do all around you; today, that keen instinct will result in tangible rewards.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- What happens when you throw caution to the wind can prove quite educational -- and recovery from any negative effects can be quick.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're likely to get around with greater ease today than expected, thanks to your ability to avoid the most congested routes.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Starting something new today can open up a great many opportunities for you. A helper surprises you with an announcement.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're likely to need someone close to you more than he or she needs you. Don't fail to describe what you're doing in accurate detail.

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Your Birthday for March 10, 2013

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | March 10th, 2013

Born today, you are just the kind to put all your eggs into one basket, to bet the farm on a long shot, and to apply all of your skill and energy toward the accomplishment of a goal that may seem, to most, to be far-fetched. You are nothing if not idealistic! You believe in yourself and in the plans you make, and it doesn't bother you at all if others feel you are being unrealistic or hopelessly optimistic. You are likely to have the last laugh in most situations, for you know how to make the impossible possible -- both for yourself, and for those who hitch their wagons to your star.

You are likely to maintain your youthful energy and outlook throughout much of your life, and others will find you an inspiration for many reasons -- and, indeed, you're likely to be widely imitated, but never matched. You enjoy working with children and young people.

Also born on this date are: Shannon Miller, Olympic gymnast; Jasmine Guy, actress; Prince Edward of Great Britain; Chuck Norris, actor and martial artist; Bix Beiderbecke, jazz musician.

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.

MONDAY, MARCH 11

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may be asked to defend a recent decision, but you can make clear your intentions once the effects of that decision begin to be discerned.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You'll be part of an important chain reaction of events today. Don't try to do too much on your own -- and wait your turn!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may be introduced to something that changes your mind about a great many things -- though it's not likely to happen all at once.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You'll want to be sure you know what others are doing around you today, for their activities will surely affect your own -- now and tomorrow.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may want to put more on the line today than usual -- but take care you are not merely following a rival down a dangerous path.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Take care you don't simply follow in another's footsteps today and begin spinning out of control. You mustn't give up your own self-control.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You will determine quickly what the central issue at play is today -- and thus gain the advantage over several others who remain in the dark.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- What begins quickly today may not be something you can catch up to with ease -- but later in the day a slowdown allows you to make up ground.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Keep your eyes on those who have their eyes on you! Today, you cannot afford to let someone take undue advantage of you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may not know what is meant by someone's surprise announcement today -- until you realize that you are, in fact, directly involved.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may have to go back to the drawing board today -- though in the end you may confirm that your first idea is still the best idea!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're not likely to get away with everything you had planned today, but one thing in particular is likely to win you some attention.

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Your Birthday for March 09, 2013

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | March 9th, 2013

Born today, you are a studious, cautious and always deliberate individual, and you try to minimize the role that chance plays in your life as much as possible. You are never more uncomfortable than when you sense that you are losing control of a situation; you prefer to maintain a hands-on influence over everything that happens in your life. Never one to throw caution to the wind, you will nevertheless take calculated risks -- when, and only when, you have been afforded the time it takes to assess those risks in as much detail as possible.

When it comes to personal relationships, you do not like surprises; you want to know what you're getting into, with whom, and for how long -- and you want to be sure that you're getting from the arrangement precisely what you calculated you would get. You love with the head more than with the heart.

Also born on this date are: Joyce Van Patten, actress; Faith Daniels, news anchor; Bobby Fischer, chess champion; Mickey Spillane, author; Yuri Gagarin, cosmonaut; Raul Julia, 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.

SUNDAY, MARCH 10

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You mustn't let your impatience show today. Use any excess energy to your advantage, and make a plan that you can stick to.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may be waiting for one final piece of information today before you can set something big into motion. Don't be hasty.

GEMINI (May 12-June 20) -- You'll be recognized for a contribution that is uniquely your own. Take care, however, that you don't start expecting too much praise!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You're going to have to dispense with some routine business today before things get creative and progressive.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You can show others what you mean by "progress" today when given the chance. Be sure you are ready to spring into action!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may be quite critical of your own performance today, but when it comes to accolades, you're likely to earn more than your share.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Don't try to hide anything from a loved one today; he or she will surely know what you're up to -- and you can't afford such a strain!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You are doing your best, you may have the feeling that what is expected of you at this time is something more -- or different.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're playing for keeps today, so you'll want to be sure your strategy and your tactics are first-rate and up-to-date.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- When things quiet down today, you'll have reason to suspect that something is happening that you cannot completely control.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- The way you perceive certain things today may not be the way they actually are -- and you will want to get more on top of things.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're likely to be invited to join a group known for their daring and high energy. You have what it takes to keep up.

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