Your Birthday for August 28, 2014

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | August 28th, 2014

Born today, you are very much the kind of person who sticks with something once you have begun it, and you are confident that if you keep your eyes and ears open, maneuver swiftly and fluidly when required, and adapt to changing circumstances, that you will come out on top in the end. Of course, that's a tall order, and not everyone is capable of doing it all with ease, grace and effectiveness -- but you are not everyone, and you have a way of accomplishing what others can only dream of or attempt. You can be rather aggressive, but you are also quite affectionate and sensitive. What is most important, of course, is that you are yourself at all times.

You have big ideas and will not willingly give up on something that you think you can turn into something viable and valuable. There are times when you understand the need for thought and reflection, and you are always willing to give yourself the time you need for these invaluable practices.

Also born on this date are: Shania Twain, singer; LeAnn Rimes, singer; Armie Hammer, actor; Jason Priestley, actor; Daniel Stern, actor; David Soul, actor; Luis Guzman, actor; Scott Hamilton, Olympic figure skater; Ben Gazzara, actor; Lou Piniella, baseball manager; Johann von Goethe, author and philosopher; Charles Boyer, 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.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 29

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may be too concerned about what another is thinking about you and your efforts. Free yourself of all such imagined restraints!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may be struggling with a difficult decision, while another is able to skate through the day without a care. Try to avoid comparisons.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You can prove to others that you have what it takes to prevail, especially when things get unexpectedly complicated.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You must not underestimate the power and value of intellect. You can figure things out in ways that many others cannot.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may be going through more than one phase at once. You must let yourself be led through them as best you can. Try not to be contrary!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You'll be alerted to certain ways of doing things that you have not been aware of in the past. A new road opens up for you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You have more reasons to do a thing than not to do it, but you may still not feel confident about putting yourself on the line.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You must be willing to let others give you honest, constructive criticism. In this way, your good work will be that much better!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- An idea that is very much alive in your head and heart must soon take flight, but are you ready to deal with the consequences?

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- A pet project receives a boost from someone who knows how important it is to you. Soon it will be time to share your work with others.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may learn more from those whose methods you do not agree with than from those who do things your way. New options are revealed.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may be hungry for information, but it's not likely to come to you quickly, if at all. Patience proves invaluable.

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Your Birthday for August 27, 2014

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | August 27th, 2014

Born today, you are a strong and willful individual, unwilling to bend whenever others exert power with which you must contend. You are far more likely to meet any kind of force or challenge head-on rather than to avoid it, skirt it or bow to it in any way. What you have going for you, besides the strength of your will and a strong, forceful personality, is the ability to anticipate what might be around the next corner with uncanny accuracy. It is almost as if you are able to see into the future at times! You can combine strength with circumspection and foresight in order to make the most out of every situation -- and avoid those that are patently bad!

There may be times in your life when you feel you have been somehow shortchanged, that fate or the stars have dealt you a hand you simply cannot play. On the other hand, you are likely to be dealt four aces on at least two occasions in your life -- and these moments are the ones that really count.

Also born on this date are: Aaron Paul, actor; Paul Reubens, actor; Lyndon B. Johnson, U.S. president; Tuesday Weld, actress; Daryl Dragon, musician; Martha Raye, actress; G.W. Bailey, 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.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 28

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You'll have a chance to explore all of your pet issues. Take care that you don't lash out and unintentionally scar a loved one.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may not feel as though you are ready to do what is required, even though you have done it many times in the past.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- It will be your turn to contribute to the conversation very soon, but for now you'll want to listen to what others have to say.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You can bring a little levity to a situation that others are taking far too seriously. Some will thank you outright.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may be thinking too much about tomorrow, and not enough about today -- with the expected result that you are missing out on something fun!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may want something different for a good friend, but you must accept his or her decision once it is a done deal.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- It's important for you to focus your emotions; think about all those who have contributed to your own well-being.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- It may be time for you to give back. You'll know precisely what you have to give, and to whom.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You'll be surprised and pleased to discover just how much another feels for you, though it may not change things for you just yet.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may be feeling energetic and highly creative right now. Today is the day to contribute liberally to a community effort.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Nostalgia can serve you well, not only giving you pleasure, but also giving you food for thought -- and a timely bit of inspiration.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You don't have to get everything right, just enough that others can rely on you to come through when it's most important.

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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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