Your Birthday for May 13, 2013

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | May 13th, 2013

Born today, you are one of the strongest individuals born under your sign, but you manage somehow to avoid being aggressive in any way. Despite the fact that you have what it takes to make it entirely on your own in most situations, you are more than able to get along well with others and to foster relationships that are good for everyone concerned. The trait that provides you with the most balance in your life is your genuine care for others; you are a naturally warm and supportive individual, willing to do whatever you can to help those in need.

You may well make it to the pinnacle of success in your chosen field -- but you must guard against a kind of sadness that can come with such a triumph, when you look about you and realize that you have done it all. The fact is, of course, that there is always more to do -- and if you don't think so, then you're not looking hard enough!

Also born on this date are: Darius Rucker, singer; Stephen Colbert, comedian and satirist; Dennis Rodman, basketball player; Bea Arthur, 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.

TUESDAY, MAY 14

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may be buffeted more than usual today by the winds of change. Certain things, however, will stay the same -- especially at home.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- What you take most personally today is likely to be most important to you -- obviously. But others will be on board as well.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You aren't likely to escape the very thing you're torturing others with at this time. What goes around comes around, certainly; be ready.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may not be able to make accurate predictions today, but you should be able to prepare for almost anything that might come your way.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may have to set a certain pet project aside today until you are ready to take advantage of a new set of tools.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You're trying too hard to control the things that cannot be controlled -- and that is likely to bring you only frustration and self-doubt.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You can afford to let things be just a bit more flexible than usual today. Trying to exert an undue influence can only backfire on you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You're too concerned with what may be permanent at this time; focus instead on what inspires you, and don't worry about how long it will last.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Once you start, you're likely to finish ahead of schedule today -- but it's that first step that will be the hardest to take.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You can get a difficult task done today, especially if you make an early start and approach it one step at a time.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- The promises you make at this time may not be taken seriously yet -- but soon, others will realize that you are being completely sincere.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- It's important for you to know which side you are on today -- and no one is likely to tolerate any kind of uncertainty or vacillation.

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Your Birthday for May 12, 2013

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | May 12th, 2013

Born today, you are a rather daring individual, willing to put yourself in harm's way in order to reap the benefits that come to those who are willing to take risks. This is not to suggest that you are foolhardy; a daredevil you are not -- but you will do those things that others will not in order to come out on top. What separates you from the foolish or the dangerous is your ability to assess situations quickly, determine the risks you face ahead of time and prepare yourself adequately to endure what lies ahead. You are not one to charge blindly into situations that could endanger you -- though you are sure to face many dangers in your lifetime.

You are quite adept at spending money -- so it is a very good thing indeed that you are also good at making it! Still, you may want to engage the services of a financial planner or manager who can help you make the best use of your available resources on a daily basis.

Also born on this date are: Kim Fields, actress; Katharine Hepburn, actress; Florence Nightingale, health pioneer; Emilio Estevez, 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.

MONDAY, MAY 13

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Your attempts to help another may fall short today, but he or she is ready to pick up where you left off and take over on his or her own.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You'll have your supporters and your critics today, and both can be useful to you as you try to better your performance on the job.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You have a great deal of staying power, and you can teach a younger team member what it means to go the distance.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may have made others wait quite a while before showing them what you can do, but now everyone understands why you are number one.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Certain things have been feeling temporary for too long; today is the day to begin work toward building something permanent for yourself.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- What you see and hear around you all day long can prove quite inspiring -- provided you know how to channel all that information.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may be recalling a certain past experience that seems closely related to something you are going through right now.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Your charm can work wonders for you today, but take care that you don't let yourself overdo it. You can't risk seeming insincere.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- There is no need for you to wait to do the thing that everyone is expecting you to do. Today's the day, and you are surely ready.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may have taken certain skills for granted lately, and today you'll realize that it's important to stay in practice at all times!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You'll find yourself connected more closely to certain past events than you had originally thought. Certain suspicions are justified.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You don't have to risk embarrassment today; you can stay out of situations that put you in compromising positions -- if you want to!

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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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