Your Birthday for October 28, 2013

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | October 28th, 2013

Born today, you are not one with a clear and detailed path to follow at an early age. In fact, it may seem to some -- relatives, friends and those who know you only casually -- that you are not really destined for much, but such is not the case! As you near maturity, it is likely to dawn on you that you are, indeed, meant for something quite specific -- you will know not only what it is, but also how it is likely to be accomplished, and when. You know how to spot even the most disguised of opportunities, and you know how to take advantage of it in such a way that your own agenda is served in one way or another.

You don't necessarily prescribe to the common notions of success or happiness, and you understand that others may wonder, often vocally, how it is that you could possibly be content doing what you are doing. But your choices are for you, and you don't let others' reactions hold you back or dampen your enjoyment in life.

Also born on this date are: Julia Roberts, actress; Edith Head, costume designer; Cleo Laine, actress; Jane Alexander, actress; Joaquin Phoenix, actor; Bill Gates, computer mogul; Jonas Salk, medical researcher; Dennis Franz, actor; Charlie Daniels, singer.

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, OCTOBER 29

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may not feel as though you are playing up to par, but in fact you are doing better than most others expected under the circumstances.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You are able to communicate quite well with someone whom others find rather distant and mysterious. You have a great deal in common!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may find it difficult to support someone whose methods are so different from your own, even though your motives are identical.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You will want to have an alternative plan ready to go, just in case your primary plan of attack goes awry for any reason.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You must be honest and straightforward if you expect others to trust you and join in a communal effort you are leading.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may have a long drive ahead of you. There's no reason, however, you can't take the scenic route.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Your endeavors are sure to be compared with those of someone very much like you, especially when they begin to yield results.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You want something that has been denied you in the past, but things change. Today you have a feeling the odds are in your favor.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You have the feeling that someone near you can teach you a great deal about something that could prove quite lucrative.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Something new begins in a way that has you wondering why you haven't been doing this all along! Prospects are bright and bounteous.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may have to hide one or two personal facts until you have won someone else's trust and confidence. Then you can let it all out.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You'll be asked to do more than you had originally agreed to, but your involvement is sure to be rewarding for all.

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Your Birthday for October 27, 2013

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | October 27th, 2013

Born today, you are a natural problem-solver, one who knows how to approach a complicated situation in such a way that solutions seem to present themselves to you naturally, as a matter of course. The problem, however, is that you are also something of a problem creator; that is, the way you go about this encourages the complication of situations and the creation of new problems, so it is a very good thing that you also know how to solve them in your turn! You know how to create things, and, like anyone else, you know how to destroy things, but in you the balance is one that contributes to your ability to build that which is lasting and memorable.

You are, to many, a seeming contradiction -- but perhaps that is simply because you are not driven to be consistent for any reason. You follow your instincts as often as possible, and if they lead you down unusual roads -- or even two different roads simultaneously -- so be it!

Also born on this date are: Sylvia Plath, writer and poet; Nanette Fabray, singer; Roy Lichtenstein, artist; Simon Le Bon, singer; John Cleese, actor and comedian; Theodore Roosevelt, U.S. president; Dylan Thomas, poet.

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, OCTOBER 28

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- A message to a friend may get lost in transit, but when you hear of the mishap, you can surely make things right with little effort.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You don't want to trust another with an endeavor that requires a certain touch; you are confident that you're the one for the job.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You can make any necessary changes to your routine in order to maximize the odds and virtually guarantee your success.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You can look back and enjoy the memories that a past accomplishment affords you. You made a big difference in the lives of others, too!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're likely to be rather insistent that certain things be done in a certain way -- and in a certain order, too.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may have to miss out on something that has become a tradition in your family, but the reason is a good one. Don't miss out next time!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may be wondering when a friend is going to give you what you recently asked for. He or she may be waiting for the right moment.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may not expect a rival to come up with such a potent way of catching up with you, but by day's end it will be a close race!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- An issue arises requiring you to see things from a different perspective, but much that you've learned will be helpful.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Not everyone is as confident as you are that a certain endeavor will end well, but only you know where it is really going.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may not fully understand what it is that you are after, but today, as if by magic, you'll be much, much closer to it.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may be setting yourself up for disappointment, but there is nothing that can dissuade you from your current course.

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Your Birthday for October 26, 2013

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | October 26th, 2013

Born today, you are determined to better yourself. Even from an early age, you will be compelled to do those things that provide you with learning and growth at a remarkably accelerated rate. You are never content with staying in one place or simply spinning your wheels; you want to explore the world around you, near and far, and explore yourself as a part of that world. You never do anything, or interact with anyone, without considering what it means to you to do so, and how you may be different as a result of the experience. In this way, you are highly reflective and philosophical; you truly believe that "the unexamined life is not worth living."

In your travels, you may discover that you have certain strong likes and dislikes, but you never let those limit you in any way. You will always try to experience the things you don't like as well as those you do, and you understand that likes and dislikes can change as you grow and evolve.

Also born on this date are: Lauren Tewes, actress; Mahalia Jackson, singer; Jaclyn Smith, actress and model; Cary Elwes, actor; Pat Sajak, TV game show host; Bob Hoskins, actor; Jackie Coogan, 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, OCTOBER 27

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may think that you need no help at this time, but when it comes your way, you would be unwise to turn it down.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may not be able to resist the influence of someone who has been "working on you" for some time. Giving in might be fun after all!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You mustn't pass up the opportunity to connect -- or reconnect -- with someone who is more important than you may know.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A reminder of times past may not be entirely welcome as you have your head -- and your heart -- full of current pressing issues.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Do you have everything you need to perform up to par? If not, you can surely replenish your stock and be ready for the next event.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You can avoid toady's dangers simply by following a few simple rules -- rules you set for yourself some time ago.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Not everything is quite as it seems, or as it should be. As a result, you may feel slightly off-balance all day long.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may receive assistance from an unusual and unexpected source, and it will far exceed your expectations in every way.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You have the chance to join forces with another; do so, and you will give up some autonomy, but the odds of success will improve.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Take care that you don't respond too emotionally to someone else's inadvertent actions. You will only make a bad situation worse.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may be suffering from a malady that is entirely of your own making. The cure is within your own power as well.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may have trouble deciding how to react to someone else's offer. Do you want to involve yourself, or not?

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