Your Birthday for May 19, 2013

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | May 19th, 2013

Born today, you are a curious individual, and you seek those situations that provide you with as many lessons about the world around you as possible. You aren't the kind to enjoy routine; rather, you want your life to be exceptional in some way, and you will do all you can to bring yourself in contact with that which is unusual -- no matter the cost. You will work hard, and make any required sacrifices, to put yourself in a position that provides the best possible view of the world around you. You don't like being just one of many, preferring instead to be head and shoulders above the crowd.

You can, at times, be a worrier -- but you worry about the kinds of things that really make a difference; you don't waste your time on those issues that don't matter to you or those around you. You a highly social individual, and you enjoy all manner of people and places.

Also born on this date are: Grace Jones, singer and actress; Andre the Giant, wrestler and actor; Pete Townshend, musician; Nora Ephron, director and writer.

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 20

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Your thoughts are turning more and more toward love -- whether or not you want them to! There are some things you simply cannot avoid!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- The information you receive today can be so useful to you that you will want to treasure it for some time.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You can return someone else's favor in a way that is not only unexpected but also valued far more than anyone might anticipate.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You'll stumble upon a piece of news that hasn't been made public yet. As a result, you'll know what you must do before anyone else.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You must dig a little deeper than usual today in order to uncover the details that mean the difference between success and failure.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- The light bulb goes on today, and you'll realize much that had previously been kept in the dark for you. Now what do you do?

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You can arrange things so that you not only maximize your own rewards, but in fact you may actually be able to double them!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may have to lay down the law to someone who has agreed to help you; he or she mustn't be allowed to shirk any assigned duties.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You are likely to be genuinely concerned with the well-being of someone who, in the recent past, may have rubbed you the wrong way.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- It's time to turn the tables and give someone else a taste of his or her own medicine. Ultimately, there are benefits to both of you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You can give someone a timely bit of encouragement today, with the result that both of you are propelled toward a desired goal.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may have to put on a mask of sorts today in order to avoid showing another what it is that is really going on with you.

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Your Birthday for May 18, 2013

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | May 18th, 2013

Born today, you have been endowed with a sharp intellect, keen emotional awareness and the ability to express yourself in a positive way that allows others to understand you and feel some affinity for you. Indeed, you are the kind of person who can truly affect the world around you in a positive, lasting way, no matter what career you choose. You are sure to go about your business in a way that is true to yourself, and that speaks truthfully to others. You may not understand that you are as important as you truly are -- but this can be a good thing, for the last thing anyone would want is for you to take yourself too seriously!

You are not a stranger to opposition, but opposition only serves to strengthen your resolve. Ultimately, you use all events, good or bad, to help you learn how to improve yourself -- intellectually, emotionally, physically and spiritually.

Also born on this date are: Tina Fey, actress and comedian; Chow Yun-Fat, actor; George Strait, singer; Reggie Jackson, baseball player.

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 19

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You'll be able to pick up valuable hints today, and make decisions as a result that enable you to move ahead of the competition.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- At first, you may not seem to be right for the role you are being asked to play, but you'll win over the crowd after only a brief preview.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- A great many symbols are available to interpret today -- and whether or not you interpret them correctly will be significant.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Can you be trusted? Ultimately, that is the question that most people you encounter will be asking today. The answer is "yes"!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- What seems an accident may, upon further investigation, prove to be nothing of the sort. You must find out who is responsible.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- A head-on challenge may not be something you can address effectively today, so you'll want to protect yourself from any such aggression.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- "Yes" means "no" and "no" means "yes" in a variety of situations today -- but you must know, more importantly, when this is not the case!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You can prove that your specialty is really worth the effort today, as you come up with a win that takes many by surprise.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You'll want to rely on modern conveniences today to help you through something of a personal minefield. Not everyone will try to follow you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You can show others what can be done today, tomorrow and the next day. Your creativity and originality are both reaching a peak.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may misunderstand another's efforts today, but that doesn't mean you have any right to stand in his or her way. See what happens!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may have to change your plans more than once today as you follow in the footsteps of someone who is not at all predictable.

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Your Birthday for May 17, 2013

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | May 17th, 2013

Born today, you are a confident and positive individual, even when things are not going your way, and you know how to behave around others so that negative trends are cut short, positive developments are accentuated, and things generally continue in a balanced way toward a result that is favored by most, if not all. You feel that it is no use to point out a problem, large or small, without also offering a solution -- and indeed, you are often quick to come up with just the kinds of solutions that others are looking for. You have the makings of a leader who can keep his or her flock out of trouble.

When it comes to love, you would rather be pursued than be the pursuer, and when circumstances demand that you take a more active role, you do so with care -- and often your friends and loved ones are completely in the dark as to your true intentions. You don't like to advertise your romantic behavior in any way.

Also born on this date are: Craig Ferguson, actor and late-night host; Enya, singer; Sugar Ray Leonard, boxer; Bob Saget, actor and comic.

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 18

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may have to choose the least attractive option today in order to keep things calm and harmonious among others. Take the high road.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You can count on speed to help you make your way today, but there will be certain dangers you encounter on the way.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You're feeling a bit more prepared for what lies ahead -- though you must still engage in some basic activities to be sure you keep your edge.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- What appears to you quite by chance today will be something you can take full advantage of when the time comes. Keep your eyes open.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're likely to provide someone with a great deal of drama today -- and even a little romance. A game is being played -- or is it?

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Your hopes and fears are likely to be on display today, so take care that someone doesn't try to use them to his or her advantage.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- The quality of the time spent with a friend is far more important today than the quantity. Even a moment can be quite enriching.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may have to take certain measures today to counteract the negative influence someone else is trying to exert upon you at this time.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're likely to give birth to an idea today that matures quickly, as its time has certainly come. The pace quickens as a result.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may experience something today that takes you very much by surprise -- more by how it affects you than anything else.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- The fact that you very much know what you are doing may not be fully appreciated by a partner who doubts that you are on the right track.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You are likely to get over one hurdle today only to find yourself facing yet another -- and another after that. Take them one at a time.

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