Your Birthday for April 25, 2014

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | April 25th, 2014

Born today, you are a bold, outspoken, independent, driven individual who has been endowed with at least one remarkable talent that, if developed fully, can certainly open doors for you and lead you to the pinnacle of professional achievement. You are certainly destined to be remembered and admired; many will look up to you as one from whom they can learn -- and whom they wish to imitate in their daily lives. Truth is a key value for you; you seek it out everywhere you go, and you demand that everyone with whom you come in contact respect it as you do. You'll want to avoid anyone for whom truth is merely an expendable commodity; to you, it is no less than the be-all and end-all of human existence.

You cherish your privacy, though you may be no stranger to the public spotlight. You are able to handle this seeming paradox with a great deal of grace, however; you manage to be both solitary and social in turns, as you prefer.

Also born on this date are: Al Pacino, actor; Renee Zellweger, actress; Jason Lee, actor; Talia Shire, actress; Hank Azaria, actor; Meadowlark Lemon, basketball player; Oliver Cromwell, English politician; Edward R. Murrow, journalist; Joe Buck, sportscaster; Paul Mazursky, director.

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, APRIL 26

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- A purely instinctive response to a surprise development propels things down an unexpected path.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You will have to make a little extra effort to be there for a friend who has made his or her needs known to you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- An unusual mode of communication can enable you to transmit messages that would normally go unexpressed.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- The expression of something very simple may actually prove quite complicated, but in the end, you'll get your message across.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Others are waiting for you to take an important step, but you may not realize just how important it is for your future development.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You're focusing too much on something that is not really the central issue. Someone you love can show you the way before day's end.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You should have no trouble navigating new territory, but something familiar may prove unusually difficult for you, emotionally speaking.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You can change your current circumstances, but you may not be able to undo any intangible damage that may have been done.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may be leaving some loose ends, but you are confident that you can trust someone else with the cleanup.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You have some good news and some bad news to impart, but together, they will be accepted in a positive and forward-thinking way.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You're working very hard to improve a certain situation that is making it difficult for you and others to move forward.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You suspect that only a part of an important message has gotten through. You may have to fill in the blanks yourself.

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Your Birthday for April 24, 2014

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | April 24th, 2014

Born today, you are one of the most fiercely independent individuals born under your sign. However, you understand that there are times when you must follow the rules, observe established protocol and do what you are told -- at least until you advance to the point where you can take over and do things your own way. You are something of a visionary, and what you see in your mind's eye is often something you can turn into reality, given the appropriate tools. You know how to do a great many things, but you will always seem drawn to one particular endeavor more than any other.

Your relationships may not all be successful, but for the other parties involved, they are all likely to be quite memorable -- you are not easy to forget! You can be overbearing and a bit too willful for everyone's taste, but for one who prefers the strong, creative type, you may be the perfect match!

Also born on this date are: Kelly Clarkson, singer; Barbra Streisand, singer, actress, director; Chipper Jones, baseball player; Cedric the Entertainer, actor; Shirley MacLaine, actress and author; Carlos Beltran, baseball player; Djimon Hounsou, actor; Jill Ireland, actress; Jean Paul Gaultier, designer; Omar Vizquel, baseball player; Anthony Trollope, author.

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.

FRIDAY, APRIL 25

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can enjoy the company of others, but there will be a time -- a few hours at most -- when you must arrange to be alone if you can.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Do what you said you'd do today, and the pressure will be relieved some tomorrow. It's a promise you made to yourself, after all.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may feel as though you have to do everything right now, but in truth, only those things that come naturally to you will be necessary.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You can come up with an unusual and highly creative way to solve a personal problem that arises quite suddenly toward midday.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Speed works in your favor, but it's sure to make things more dangerous in many ways. Still, you'll think it's worth it.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- A seemingly random encounter is likely to mean much more when you realize that it wasn't so random after all.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- A generous offer may not be accepted, but that's no reason to withdraw. You can stay where you are and be available if you're needed.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Envy is not something to disregard; the more you want what someone else has, the more you will find your own desires getting twisted.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You don't want to ask for permission outright, but you may need someone's tacit approval before you do something rather unusual.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You are probably able to do exactly what it is you said you'd do -- and exactly in the way you had hoped you could do it.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You'll derive a great deal of satisfaction from doing something that others cannot -- but resist any temptation to gloat!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You must be disciplined and straightforward throughout most of the day. At one point, however, luck is sure to play a key role.

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Your Birthday for April 23, 2014

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | April 23rd, 2014

Born today, you are one of the most complex and multi-faceted individuals born under your sign -- or perhaps any sign, for that matter -- but your desires are straightforward and even quite simple. You have a great deal to offer the world, but your talents are so many and so varied that you may not know where they will lead you until, at a significant point in your life, you are introduced to your particular "niche" almost by accident. The fact that you basically fall into your chosen career may prove a source of resentment for others; they may not accept the fact that you are a natural talent. Your deeds, however, are sure to trump your critics' opinions again and again.

You have a rather naughty sense of humor; while you will not often engage in behavior that is inappropriate or unacceptable, you do like the occasional off-color joke. Behind closed doors, you can be remarkably free and expressive when it comes to your affections and romantic tastes!

Also born on this date are: Shirley Temple Black, actress; George Lopez, comedian; Taio Cruz, singer; Valerie Bertinelli, actress; Lee Majors, actor; Roy Orbison, singer; Dev Patel, actor; Joyce DeWitt, actress; Michael Moore, director; Sandra Dee, actress; James Buchanan, U.S. president; Melina Kanakaredes, actress; Sergei Prokofiev, composer; Andruw Jones, baseball player; Tony Esposito, hockey player; Herve Villechaize, actor; Judy Davis, 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.

THURSDAY, APRIL 24

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Someone who remains out of touch is actually only playing a game with you; you have a hunch that the stakes will soon be raised.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're riding a trend that could last much longer -- or that could end today. You must be prepared for either eventuality.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may be able to ward off a major conflict, especially if you take the time to understand a rival's true motives.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You must remain true to yourself no matter what the cost. Integrity will be valued, and principles will be viewed as essential.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- It may not be easy for you to do the precise thing you want to do, but today is the best day for you to make a real attempt.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may have to leave a friend behind for a time as you explore options that are yours alone. You'll be reunited very soon.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Accurate and efficient work are more valuable than anything else. Finding the right answer in little time puts you ahead of the game.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You don't have to focus on only one thing -- or even one thing at a time. If there is a lot on your docket, try multitasking!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may have to sacrifice a little something of your own in order to enjoy a little bit of what someone else possesses.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may be able to fool someone who thinks that he or she is in complete control of you and what you do. Don't reveal too much too soon!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- What gives you pleasure may be something of a mystery even to those who know you best. Still, if it works for you, it works!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're in need of a little "TLC," and you can have it if you go to the right person at the right time. He or she is waiting for you.

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