Your Birthday for May 11, 2013

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | May 11th, 2013

Born today, you can behave rather abruptly, without so much as a warning or, in many cases, a plan -- but this often gives you the advantage over those who are more careful, thoughtful and slow in their approaches to life's daily problems. Indeed, being quick is one of your trademarks; you are never one to put off until tomorrow what you can do today -- and even then you are likely to be much faster than most! You can be something of a perfectionist, however, which means that you're not likely to leave something alone once you've done it; rather, you are probably going to go back and see if you can't make it better in some way -- many times.

You are sometimes driven by a love of profit, but you must remember that profit itself does not always come to you in the form of financial gain. You must be able to recognize other kinds of profit when they are presented to you -- and be willing and able to take advantage of them.

Also born on this date are: Natasha Richardson, actress; Martha Quinn, MTV VJ; Margaret Rutherford, actress; Martha Graham, dancer and choreographer.

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, MAY 12

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You don't want to miss out on what may prove to be just the kind of opportunity you've been looking for lately. Stay active and involved.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You will be questioning your own motives for a time today, even as you make remarkable progress. Certain doubts prove stubborn.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may have to pick up the pace considerably if you're going to have a project finished on time -- and under budget.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You must realize that your primary concerns may not be shared by the powers that be. It's time to work toward a productive compromise.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- What begins in one vein today is likely to change significantly and end in a very different one. Mood swings, too, are rampant.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may find yourself thinking about "the way things used to be" a great deal at this time -- but your memory may not be entirely accurate.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- What comes naturally and feels right is certainly worth a try, but if you cross paths with someone who is offended, changes must be made.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may experience some friction with a friend as a result of a decision you feel you were forced into.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Now is the time for you to write down what you really think, so that you can keep it on hand for later. You can be brutally honest.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You must be ready for things to turn on a dime today. You have reason to think that someone is throwing you a curve.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may not fully understand the significance of a certain prevailing metaphor today -- but a friend throws you timely hints.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may be tempted to bend the rules just a bit to increase your advantage today, but be aware that someone is looking over your shoulder.

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Your Birthday for May 10, 2013

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | May 10th, 2013

Born today, you do not always behave in a way that is considered conventional, acceptable or correct, though you can always be counted on to follow your instincts and do what you think is right and necessary in any given circumstances. The truth is that you seem to follow different rules from most other individuals, and that's what separates you from the crowd. What you have come to consider right and necessary is often quite challenging to those around you, though you never intend to rub them the wrong way or fly in the face of convention. You always have a very good reason for doing and saying what you do, and you can always explain yourself quite effectively.

The talents that you are likely to have displayed when young are those that will ultimately pay off for you when you are older. Even if you go down a different path from the one that is expected of you, those abilities that let you shine when young will help you accomplish much when you are nearing your prime.

Also born on this date are: Nancy Walker, actress; Bono, singer; Donovan, folk singer; David O. Selznick, producer; Fred Astaire, dancer, singer, 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, MAY 11

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can begin to chip away at a barrier that has been standing between you and a loved one for far too long. You know what must be done.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're likely to be as productive as you had planned today -- no more and no less. But that is something, all things considered!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- It's time to get something done once and for all, so you don't have it hanging over you any longer. Other things vie for your attention.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You are slated for action that others cannot possibly match -- but you may not be feeling as though you can give 100 percent.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're waiting on information from those in charge today -- but perhaps you should make the first contact. Strike while the iron is hot.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may not fully appreciate what someone else has done for you recently, but today you'll surely begin to reap the benefits.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You'll reach the halfway point today, and you'll have the chance to look back and see if the journey is really beneficial for you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- There are those around you who are looking out for you and your interests even more than you are. It's time to put yourself first.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may want to begin the day much earlier than usual in order to give yourself time later on to tend to one or two personal issues.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may be eager for some time off, but it's not likely to be yours until you deal with a complaint lodged by a third party.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You can learn how to do what you do even better -- but today your progress may be slowed by an unexpected obstacle.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You've been striving to achieve something memorable, and with limited results. Today, try focusing on the results themselves first.

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Your Birthday for May 09, 2013

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | May 9th, 2013

Born today, you are drawn to those things that loom large and that are destined to have a major impact on your own life and the lives of those around you -- and even, in some cases, on the world at large. Not for you the small, routine endeavors that seem to matter very little; rather, you choose to spend your time engaged in negotiations and plots that have import and significance. In other words, you always want to be playing with the big boys. You are quite skilled, and your talents range from the domestic to the universal. You are able to do those things that matter to both direct family members and members of your larger human family. You enjoy working behind the scenes, as well, making things happen in a way that often goes unnoticed -- at first.

Like so many other Taurus natives, you prefer the company of others to your own -- though you can be by yourself without any real harm to your own happiness or productivity. Still, what you do with others is likely to make more of a mark than anything you do entirely on your own.

Also born on this date are: Candice Bergen, actress; Glenda Jackson, actress; Billy Joel, singer, songwriter, musician; Albert Finney, actor; Mike Wallace, journalist.

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, MAY 10

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may discover that someone else has been working on the same thing you have for quite some time. Perhaps you can join forces.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You won't be able to make up your mind if you're unwilling to put things in the proper order or importance. Priority is everything.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may not recognize the symptoms, but today you may be suffering from a kind of malaise that doesn't allow you to commit fully.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You're likely to meet someone today who will have a major impact on the way you do things in the future. Be ready to make some changes.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Your mischievous side is showing, and today you may get yourself into a little hot water as a result -- though nothing you can't get out of.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may be playing with fire, but you may also be entirely unable to stop doing what you are doing. In that case, prepare yourself!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may not understand what is going on beneath the surface, but it's surely something you'll want to learn more about as soon as you can.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You mustn't let yourself be rushed into making a decision prematurely today. There are some complicated issues to weigh and assess.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You'll receive an invitation today in which the details are very surprising. This may be something you cannot afford to miss!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Your eagerness may be giving someone else the advantage today. Hold your cards a little nearer to the vest.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- That which strikes you as funny today may actually be something that someone else is wholly unwilling to laugh at -- and that has to be OK with you.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- It's time for you to try something you've avoided -- but take care that you don't sacrifice your autonomy in the process.

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