Your Birthday for August 26, 2014

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | August 26th, 2014

Born today, you understand the importance of balance in life -- your own, and those of others with whom you share this small planet. You appreciate the impact that the stars have on your life and the lives of others, but you never give yourself entirely to their influence; rather, you work carefully to maintain a subtle but firm kind of control over your life even as you are guided this way and that by a power that you sense is stronger than your own. You know that everyone has both a light and a dark side, and you strive at all times to balance these two conflicting streams of energy within your own soul. Indeed, you try to avoid unreasonable highs even as you work to avoid the kinds of lows that can be devastating.

You are keenly aware of the roles others play in your life, and of the important position you are likely to hold in theirs. Indeed, the presence of other people in your life, and your direct or indirect presence in theirs will be important to you throughout your lifetime.

Also born on this date are: Mother Teresa, missionary; Chris Pine, actor; Macaulay Culkin, actor; Melissa McCarthy, actress; Geraldine Ferraro, politician; Branford Marsalis, musician; Michael Jeter, 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.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 27

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can make room in your schedule for someone who is in need of that which only you can provide. You may need a boost, too, at some point.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You mustn't make the mistake of thinking that there's plenty of time to get everything done. Today, time is a precious resource.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may be suspected of doing something that you had nothing to do with, but you may also be the one to solve the mystery once and for all.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You can turn the tables on a rival and come out on top, though you may continue to jockey for position for some time.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may have to put an end to something you enjoy in order to get started on something that offers less fun, but more import.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Be sure that you are saying what you mean and, of course, meaning what you say. There is no room for confusion or misinterpretation.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You can offer someone assistance that is both timely and valuable. The recipient is sure to remember this simple act of kindness.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may not know quite which way to turn when you are presented with a choice you never expected to have to make.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- A rival may push you to exceed your own expectations, but you may still find yourself running second to his or her first.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You cannot undo what has been done, but you can ensure that the same actions will have different results in the future.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You can do something on your own that may go unnoticed at first, but when others realize what you've done, praise may be universal.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Others are looking up to you, and you'll want to demonstrate just what is possible for one who is committed to a certain endeavor.

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Your Birthday for August 25, 2014

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | August 25th, 2014

Born today, you are one of the most vibrant and charismatic individuals born under your sign. You have a great deal of energy, and you are able to do something quite remarkable that many cannot: You are able to expend energy even as you save it up for later! This is remarkable, and it will surely give you the advantage in situations that require stamina. You seem to be lit from within at times, shining brightly on all those with whom you come in contact. No one who meets you, even in the briefest and most casual of situations, is likely to forget the encounter. You are positive, forward-thinking, and always able to see the silver lining within every cloud.

You don't like to sit back and let things happen to you; rather, you like to reach out, grab the tiger by the tail and determine where your fate will lead you as best you can. You never want to complain about what has happened to you; rather, you want to boast about what you have done -- and you are likely to do much in your lifetime.

Also born on this date are: Billy Ray Cyrus, singer; Sean Connery, actor; Tim Burton, filmmaker; Gene Simmons, singer; Rachael Ray, celebrity chef; Elvis Costello, singer; Blair Underwood, actor; Regis Philbin, TV personality; Claudia Schiffer, model and actress; Leonard Bernstein, composer; Ruby Keeler, actress; Monty Hall, game show host; George Wallace, politician; Van Johnson, actor; Tom Skerritt, actor; Rollie Fingers, baseball player; Jo Dee Messina, 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, AUGUST 26

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may not be able to rely on the same old methods to win the results you are after when attempting something new and modern.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You can prove to be an important influence to one who is in need of inspiration and guidance. A subtle, hands-off approach is best.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may be thinking about things in a new way, and as a result, you'll be tempted to try something you've never tried before.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may be asked to perform tasks that another usually performs, but he or she is currently unavailable. You can impress those in charge.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Those things that come naturally to you will serve you quite well throughout the day, though you may encounter at least one stumbling block.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may be able to guide a friend through a journey of self-discovery. Don't underestimate the power of the little things.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- How you use your time, and other people's as well, will be an important part of your success -- or failure, if it comes to that.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may be doubting yourself a bit, but as you encounter another who seems to have it all, your perspective will be sharpened.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You'll receive something in an unusual way -- but that's nothing compared to how unusual the gift itself may be!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You mustn't settle for less than what you've asked for. Stand your ground, but know that negotiation can yield satisfactory results.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may realize that you are in need of something that is not yet available to you. Be sure to stay in line; be ready for it when it's offered.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Not everything can be interpreted in a literal fashion. Much that you observe will mean more if you think more figuratively.

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Your Birthday for August 24, 2014

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | August 24th, 2014

Born today, you are likely to have enjoyed a great deal of early success, and the opportunity to explore a great many outlets for your creative energies and talents when you were young. This experience will surely prove valuable throughout your lifetime, even if you ultimately choose to follow a course quite different from the one suggested by your youthful pursuits, because it will inform all you do and endow you with a kind of confidence that should enable you rise to great heights -- provided, of course, that you always remain true to yourself.

The gifts bestowed upon you by the stars include tremendous passion. Your emotional current is so strong, in fact, that it is virtually impossible for you to resist taking personally everything you become involved in -- life is, after all, a great personal endeavor!

Also born on this date are: Rupert Grint, actor; Dave Chappelle, comedian; Stephen Fry, actor and comedian; Cal Ripken Jr., baseball player; Yasser Arafat, Palestinian leader; Steve Guttenberg, actor; Marlee Matlin, 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.

MONDAY, AUGUST 25

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can reap the rewards of your past efforts as they finally come to fruition. You are recognized for making a difference.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may not have all the information you need to assess coming events in an accurate, useful way. Be patient.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You want things to make sense in a way that may actually be impossible. You must accept the fact that some things cannot be understood!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may prefer to go about your business without thinking too much, but certain steps require further investigation or study.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You can keep someone else out of danger, but in doing so, you may actually expose yourself to the kind of danger you've tried to avoid!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You are relying on past knowledge and experience to dictate your behavior, but there are new variables to deal with now.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You are able to progress with confidence, but you know that sooner or later you're going to have to face a self-made obstacle or two.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You can combine the realistic and the idealistic in a way that attracts a great deal of attention from others.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Now is not the time to turn your back on tradition. Today, you'll want to take what was done before and make your own improvements to it.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're likely to find yourself embroiled in a conflict that was not of your making. Perhaps you can put an end to it permanently!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You are in the mood to do things on your own, but others may misread this and think that you're turning your back on them. Use care!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're likely to enjoy a great deal of luck today -- or is it fate? By day's end, you'll know what you'll want to call it, and why.

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