Your Birthday for January 12, 2014

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 12th, 2014

Born today, you are a colorful, flamboyant individual, willing to do almost anything to get attention and reach your goals. You always act in a style that excites you and is completely unique. You have a vivid sense of humor, but it is not always to everyone's taste, and there are times when you may actually rub others very much the wrong way. Fortunately, you know how to make people feel better and forget any wrongs done to them. In fact, some enemies may sooner or later call themselves your friends. You have a positive outlook, yet you are able to maintain a realistic view of the world. How you balance these seemingly incompatible traits is anyone's guess!

You are far more likely to say yes than no, though there are situations where you will put your foot down and limit the options available to others. You are always ready for things that come your way, and you are rarely surprised by unexpected developments.

Also born on this date are: Howard Stern, radio host; Kirstie Alley, actress; Joe Frazier, boxer; Rush Limbaugh, talk-show host; Jack London, author; Tex Ritter, singer and actor; Oliver Platt, actor; Joe E. Lewis, singer and comedian; Forrest Tucker, actor; Olivier Martinez, 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, JANUARY 13

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Keep your head in the game. Don't let your mind wander or take your eyes off the ball. What happens next will matter more than you know.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- A decision you make today is likely to have quite a far-reaching impact on you and those in your inner circle. Think of them, too!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may feel as though your current team is one member short, but later in the day someone tells you he or she is ready to sign on.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Opportunities are many, and your biggest problem may be deciding which you want to take advantage of -- and in what order.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Things may get far more serious than you were anticipating -- but you can be ready for any developments that result.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You're approaching a difficult stage of a complex game. Those who are playing with you are looking to you to lead them through it.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Get things done today, and you'll be rejoicing tomorrow. Now is the time to be decisive and proactive -- about almost everything.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You don't want to have to give orders; you want, instead, to lead by example and have others follow suit.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Someone you trust is willing to step in and try to figure out a mystery that you are eager to solve. A lasting friendship is in the making.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're trying to do too much entirely on your own. Invite a trusted friend along with you if you find it necessary to go on the road.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Motivation comes to you today from an unusual source. A chance meeting excites you in a new way. A friend says he or she is available.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- The stars are looking kindly upon your current predicament, and you are likely to get some very timely help from an unlikely ally.

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Your Birthday for January 11, 2014

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 11th, 2014

Born today, you don't always know the difference between a calculated risk and something that is just downright dangerous. At times, you may be tempted to put yourself and those around you in danger needlessly, in order to exploit a situation that may bring you fleeting profit or enjoyment. You would be wise to take greater care, especially where others are concerned! Though you will, when young, feel invulnerable, later in life you will be reminded again and again of the price you may pay for your foolhardy ways. Perhaps you will learn that safety and circumspection are, at times, your best bet.

You don't always come up with the most doable ideas, but they are always exciting and worth exploring. Others are quick to rally around you when you come up with any kind of plan. They know that there will always be plenty of ways for everyone to contribute to the overall success of your plan.

Also born on this date are: Mary J. Blige, singer; Alexander Hamilton, statesman; Naomi Judd, singer-songwriter; Amanda Peet, actress; Rod Taylor, actor; William James, author and educator; Joel Zwick, TV and film director; Grant Tinker, TV network chairman; David Wolper, film and TV producer.

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, JANUARY 12

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You'll receive a proposition that raises eyebrows, but things really are not as provocative as they may seem.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You don't want to delay making a firm decision. Once it is made, it can lead to progress that is quick and profitable.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You have much to do, but some of it may have to wait if the unexpected comes upon you -- and that is likely during afternoon hours.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- The clock mustn't be allowed to dictate your decision-making process, though it may otherwise require a fast working pace.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may find yourself competing with someone who thinks he or she knows you better than you know yourself. Is this a real risk?

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Quick changes are likely -- though some personal things can stay constant if you are vigilant. Don't let someone else call all the shots.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Demands made of you are entirely reasonable, but you may think that someone is trying to take advantage. It's a matter of perspective.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You have the chance to show a competitor what you're made of. Seek the outlet for your talents that is least limited.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You are in the mood for a quick fix, but you know as well as anyone that in reality you must get things done the slow way.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You can set things up in a way that almost guarantees success for everyone under your care today. Some things have greater significance.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- A little chaos may not be such a bad thing, particularly if it forces you to impose a little order on the things you can control.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Teamwork is the issue today. Can you get everyone working together toward a common goal? And is that goal right for everyone?

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Your Birthday for January 10, 2014

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 10th, 2014

Born today, you love exploring all options available to you, and though you are likely to pursue a single professional course for many, many years, you are never one to turn your back on other opportunities. You may decide, on numerous occasions, to try this or that instead of the thing to which you have devoted your life, but you will eventually find your way back to that which brings you the most contentment -- and the most money, too! You are quite able to combine business and pleasure when you have to, though not everyone else is able to balance these two necessary elements of life with the same expertise.

Unlike a great many Capricorn natives who tend to keep much of their inner lives to themselves, you are willing to share openly with those around you. Indeed, you often find that a difficult situation is greatly alleviated when you open up and tell others what is going on with you.

Also born on this date are: Rod Stewart, singer-songwriter; Pat Benatar, singer-songwriter; Alyson Reed, actress and dancer; Jim Croce, singer-songwriter; Ray Bolger, actor and dancer; George Foreman, boxer; Paul Henreid, actor; Willie McCovey, baseball player; Sal Mineo, actor; Evan Handler, actor; Josh Ryan Evans, 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, JANUARY 11

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Now is no time for you to drift into the background and let others take charge. You will serve everyone best by stepping forward boldly.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You'll receive news that gives you some peace of mind, but later you may begin to wonder if you missed an opportunity somewhere.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You've been troubled by a personal mystery for some time, and today you'll stumble upon a piece of information that leads to real progress.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A missing piece is found. You may be unusually upbeat about a situation that looked rather gloomy only yesterday.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- An opportunity is not to be missed today. Give someone a hand when you have a chance, but focus on your own affairs whenever necessary.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- A new arrival makes a contribution that will not go unnoticed. You mustn't feel threatened; this can prove quite helpful to you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You're going to have to ask for help at some point, so be sure you have all your ducks in a row and are ready to explain things fully.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You're in the dark about certain things that affect you significantly, but you have a chance to uncover certain key truths.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Security issues will come to the fore. You can remain safe and sound provided you take no unnecessary risks right now.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're eager to take advantage of a few bargains available to you, but time is of the essence. Don't be indecisive.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- The time is right for you to come clean about something that you've been keeping to yourself for quite a while.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Things you have done before will give you a great deal of enjoyment -- and even more if you share them with those in your inner circle.

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