Your Birthday for November 19, 2013

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | November 19th, 2013

Born today, you are an ambitious individual with a great store of energy and talent that can be combined to win you one success after another -- and not just in one type of endeavor, but many. You are never happier than when you have several irons in the fire, for then you know that even when one fails to heat to your satisfaction, you can rely on another to give you what you are after. You are quite good at presenting yourself well, even upon a first meeting -- you never underestimate the importance of first impressions.

You refuse to listen to anyone who says that a thing cannot be done, and in fact when you are faced with "no," you are more than eager to prove the naysayer wrong. At times you will encounter more than you are equipped to deal with, but you are rarely, if ever, afraid of biting off more than you can chew.

Also born on this date are: Ryan Howard, baseball player; Kerri Strug, Olympic gymnast; Jodie Foster, actress; Meg Ryan, actress; Calvin Klein, designer; Ted Turner, TV mogul; Dick Cavett, talk show host; Larry King, talk show host; Indira Gandhi, Indian prime minister; Tommy Dorsey, bandleader; James Garfield, U.S. president.

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.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may not get much time to rest, so be sure you launch into your duties at a pace that you can confidently sustain.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You can work well with a partner, even from afar. If you trust current technology, you can get much more done than you had planned.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may be impressed with the way a friend or loved one deals with a disappointment. That same disappointment may be yours tomorrow.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You are likely to interpret available facts quite differently from those who are sitting in judgment of you. Explain yourself!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- A loved one wants more from you than you thought you would be asked to give, but you can provide all that and more in the time allowed.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may not understand why a friend is behaving in a certain way, but now is not the time to offer criticism. He or she needs your support!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- There's no reason for you to do more than you had scheduled -- except, of course, for the fun of knowing you can exceed expectations.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may find yourself moving in a new direction before the day is out. Be sure to give another the instructions he or she needs.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Someone is ready to step in and take over where you leave off, provided you really do begin something new and exciting.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- A teacher or mentor expresses his or her appreciation of your efforts and your progress -- and may have a special reward for you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may not behave in ways that others have come to expect, but that doesn't mean you're not being yourself.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Your responsibilities may double or even triple before the day is out, but you can face them with confidence and a renewed commitment.

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Your Birthday for November 18, 2013

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | November 18th, 2013

Born today, you are a lively and enthusiastic individual, able at all times to see the positive elements in even the most challenging or negative of situations. You are not the kind to balk when things get tough. When something is standing in your way, you continue moving forward as best you can while considering with great care what to do when you arrive at the obstacle itself -- confident that when you get there, you will know what to do. You are quick to size up a situation, and just as quick to size up other people. However, there is sometimes the danger that you will judge too quickly and come up with the wrong ideas about someone.

You don't always want to act on an attraction, for you sometimes feel that getting involved in a relationship may actually prevent you from doing the things that you have set yourself to do. Still, love is a major part of your life -- or, at the very least, romance.

Also born on this date are: Elizabeth Perkins, actress; Sinbad, comedian; Linda Evans, actress; Brenda Vaccaro, actress; Alan Shepard Jr., first American in space; Johnny Mercer, singer-songwriter; Imogene Coca, comedian; Eugene Ormandy, violinist and conductor.

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, NOVEMBER 19

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Although you didn't realize it before, you are likely to learn that you have been in the presence of a great many supporters all along.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may want to get more information before you pledge your allegiance to a new and tricky endeavor -- though the proposals are intriguing!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You have a way of saying things that helps others understand even the most complicated of issues. Politics will affect you today.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You're waiting for the arrival of someone who can help you put everything into perspective. Until then, refrain from any big decisions.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Around the table with you are many who share your belief that good can come from bad. Today, you'll all be supercharged and ready to go!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Others may not see you in a leading role right now, but you feel confident that if you are given the nod, you can acquit yourself quite well.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may have to travel out of your comfort zone in order to get the information you need and acquire the tools necessary to do a job.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may be the recipient of something that not only takes you by surprise, but that can also propel you forward at an increased pace.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Some may think you're at the end of your rope, but you are confident that you have the magic ingredient up your sleeve.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- A meeting of minds enables you to organize your thinking and formulate a plan that can be carried out in a logical, productive fashion.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Many are feeling emotional about something that was not at all expected, but you're confident that a rational approach can prevail.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You know what is expected of you, and you know that you can come through. What you don't know is that a secret someone roots for you.

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Your Birthday for November 17, 2013

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | November 17th, 2013

Born today, you have what it takes to be shrewd at business, but you are not the kind to subscribe to the same practices that bring success to others. You are a trailblazer and will insist on doing things your own way, even to the point of bending the rules to suit your immediate needs -- while always being careful that you do not break them. You don't always like what you encounter in the world, but you are usually able to navigate even the most difficult situations with aplomb. Some may consider you difficult to get along with, but this is not because of anything you are doing -- or not doing.

You can be far more emotional than intellectual, even when you are putting your own unique business practices to work -- perhaps this is what sets you apart from others. You trust your gut -- and your heart -- to tell you things that no logical, rational or intellectual study can.

Also born on this date are: Lauren Hutton, actress; Daisy Fuentes, actress and TV personality; Danny DeVito, actor and producer; Lorne Michaels, producer; Gordon Lightfoot, singer-songwriter; Martin Scorcese, filmmaker.

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, NOVEMBER 18

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Avoid thinking in terms of stereotypes; each situation and each individual is truly unique, as you will surely find.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You can raise the bar for yourself personally, and for those who are working with you. This self-improvement will not go unnoticed.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may find that you are being talked about more than usual, but there's little you can do to stem the tide of gossip.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You can defy expectations today and still position yourself quite well for the future. Surprises need not have a negative impact!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Listen carefully to what a teacher, mentor or guide has to say to you if you want to avoid a major obstacle that could hold you back.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You mustn't confuse knowledge with assumption; assuming something can prove dangerous, while knowledge keeps you safe.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may be thinking that anything that is good for you is also good for those around you, but this may not be the case.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You mustn't think you can get away with anything that others are forbidden from doing; the rules apply to you as well!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You can do much to dispel the doubts that others may have about a current project. Despite difficulties, progress is made.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may find that "alone time" is the most valuable time for you today. Take advantage of the opportunity to treat yourself well.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You can make improvements to your situation without inconveniencing anyone around you. A happy accident propels you forward.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- What you are able to accomplish will impress those around you, including someone who is in a position to provide you with advancement.

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