Your Birthday for July 24, 2014

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | July 24th, 2014

Born today, you are often directed by your passions, and you will learn throughout your lifetime that this can be both a positive and a negative, depending on the circumstances and the manner in which you let yourself be led by those strong, deep emotional currents flowing just beneath the surface. You are never one to let "no" stop you. When someone tells you that you cannot do something, you can be counted on to give it a try; in most cases, you will succeed. It is not so much that you are contrary or rebellious, but rather that you cannot abide -- in theory or in actuality -- being limited, restricted or oppressed in any way.

Your dreams and ambitions are quite lofty. You are determined to do things that allow you to soar in ways that others can only imagine. You are something of a risk-taker, but these risks do not always take the form of dramatic and dangerous endeavors. Sometimes they take the form of small, daily activities or decisions.

Also born on this date are: Jennifer Lopez, singer and actress; Amelia Earhart, pioneer aviator; Kristin Chenoweth, actress; Anna Paquin, actress; Lynda Carter, actress; Barry Bonds, baseball player; Rose Byrne, actress; Karl Malone, basketball player; Michael Richards, actor and comedian; Simon Bolivar, military hero; Eric Szmanda, actor; Ruth Buzzi, actress and comedian; Alexandre Dumas, author; Robert Hays, actor; Chris Sarandon, actor; Gallagher, comedian; Elisabeth Moss, 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.

FRIDAY, JULY 25

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- One of your favorite people may actually disappoint you, but you'll be forgiving when you realize what brought this about.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may feel as though you have little to share with those around you, but they are more than willing to listen to anything you say!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may find yourself unable to answer a challenge in kind, but you must respond in some way before the day is out.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may be giving someone else a little too much personal freedom at this time. He or she may benefit from a somewhat stricter approach.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You aren't one for learning things in a strict, pedantic way. You want to experience something firsthand and learn from that.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Putting your best foot forward will involve more than merely following the rules; you must make a few rules, as well.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You'll be put in charge of a project that has been fraught with difficulties and complexities in the recent past. You can clear things up.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- It is thought by some that your way may be the best way for all, but you are not likely to demand that everyone follow your lead.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may not respond well today to one who is unable to appear genuine when things get difficult. A solution may be hard to come by.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You are interested in that which cannot readily be explained. You'll want to explore a past event that cannot be figured out.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- It's a good day for you to pull out all the stops. If others see you going for broke in this way, they may well follow suit.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You are likely to receive several important messages that are difficult to decipher. When you do, you'll want to make some changes.

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Your Birthday for July 23, 2014

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | July 23rd, 2014

Born today, you are a creative, energetic and capable individual for whom luck will surely play a key role -- in both your professional affairs and your personal life. Call it what you will -- "fate," "destiny," "the stars" or merely "good fortune" -- you understand that there are unseen influences with which you must cope on an almost daily basis. Many focus only on the good things that luck can bring, but you are keenly aware that "luck" goes both ways. When it is with you, good things do indeed happen, and you are grateful for them; when it is not, you can expect things to happen that perhaps drive you into corners or cause you to do things that are detrimental to you.

You're likely to make quite a name for yourself, and despite the fact that you can be intensely private (for you were born on the cusp, after all!), you are also quite adept at playing to an audience, and this ability will serve you well in many aspects of your life.

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, JULY 24

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Reports will have you choosing the lesser of two evils when, in fact, your own instincts would yield something much better.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You will feel compelled to warn another about a growing situation of which you do not have a complete understanding.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- The difference between firm knowledge and simple guesswork will be made clear to you throughout the day. You know which is better for you!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You're further from your starting point than you have been in the past, yet you are no nearer your stated goals. What's diverting you?

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You are grappling with a few difficult issues at this time. See if you can't clear your schedule somewhat to give yourself some rest.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may encounter conflicting reports about what has recently happened in the vicinity of your own home. Time will sort it out.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Others are likely to gravitate toward you throughout the day, under the impression that you have something hidden from view.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You're waiting to hear from those who have been left behind in some way. The information that comes to you may be unclear.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're behaving as if you know better than the experts about something that, in truth, you know very little about. Don't be cocky!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may want to take it upon yourself to come up with a plan where others are proving ineffectual or unwilling.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- It's not up to you to decide what shall be done if the plan goes awry; you must leave that to someone else who knows better.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may discover that a certain habitual activity is actually not good for you, as it can leave you in a mood that is less than productive.

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Your Birthday for July 22, 2014

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | July 22nd, 2014

Born today, you are one of those complicated and fascinating individuals who are not always accessible to others, and who can be quite a mystery to those who are not willing or able to look beneath the surface. Despite being born on the cusp, you often display more markedly the traits of a Cancer native than those of the lion. Most evident is your tendency, whenever you have the chance, to retreat into yourself -- your "shell," if you will -- and hide from the world at large, at least figuratively. You know that it is impossible to do this literally, so you will no doubt develop clever ways of retreating from the world even when you are making yourself busy in it!

Despite your tendency toward self-containment, you are keenly aware of the world around you, and you are never content with merely letting things happen without trying to influence them for the better in any way you can. Indeed, you may well become known for your philanthropic efforts.

Also born on this date are: Selena Gomez, singer and actress; David Spade, actor; Danny Glover, actor; Bobby Sherman, singer; Alex Trebek, game show host; A.J. Cook, actress; Don Henley, singer-songwriter and musician; Willem Dafoe, actor; Louise Fletcher, actress; John Leguizamo, actor; Rhys Ifans, actor; Bob Dole, politician; Alexander Calder, sculptor; Oscar De La Renta, designer; Rose Kennedy, philanthropist and socialite; Terence Stamp, actor; Alan Menken, composer; Orson Bean, actor; Albert Brooks, actor and 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.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 23

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may be haunted by a vision from the past, but with one or two carefully timed actions, you can free yourself from its thrall.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You are not required to do more than is asked of you, but remember, any extra effort is likely to be remembered and rewarded.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may feel as though you have been left to your own devices at a time when you are in need of both company and advice.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You'll be moving with currents that cannot be seen, only felt, and you understand that you're headed in the right direction.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You can gain the advantage over a rival by using one or two tools that you have secretly kept in your arsenal. Keep things friendly!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- That which was lost is found, and when you find yourself losing your way, you can surely get back on track with just a little effort.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You're in no position to demand anything from the powers that be, but if you play your cards right, they may offer what you most want.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You'll be remembering much that has you swinging dramatically from a good mood to a bad one. It's time to take control of your past!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may not know quite how to do what you must do, but you have the feeling that if you do it, all kinds of things will get better.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Once the lights go out, things really heat up -- and anything that happens before that is merely preamble to what matters most.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You can keep things from getting out of hand for yourself and for others in your immediate vicinity. Few things are truly impossible today.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Even the smallest gesture can have a dramatic effect. Those who are able to decipher your unspoken messages will benefit greatly.

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