Your Birthday for August 30, 2014

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | August 30th, 2014

Born today, you are not always the strongest, the fastest, the most capable, the most beautiful, the smartest or the most clever individual in the room, but you have what it takes to be one of the best at what you ultimately choose to do, provided you work hard and approach it with dedication and a desire to excel. You are likely to be met with good fortune when you are young, and if you recognize the opportunities that come with it, you are sure to do well both professionally and personally, though you understand that success in one area does not guarantee success in the other. You want nothing more than to be thought of as serious and capable.

Also born on this date are: Cameron Diaz, actress; Warren Buffett, investor and philanthropist; Ted Williams, baseball player; Andy Roddick, tennis player; Mary Shelley, author; Peggy Lipton, actress; Fred MacMurray, actor; Shirley Booth, actress; Michael Chiklis, actor; Joan Blondell, actress; Elizabeth Ashley, actress; Timothy Bottoms, actor; David Paymer, actor; Huey Long, politician.

You are a deeply caring individual, and you will often set aside your own needs and desires in order to help another satisfy his or her own. You are confident that the good feelings that come from being helpful to others will sustain you, for they often do! Still, you must never neglect yourself completely.

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, AUGUST 31

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You'll learn a lesson or two about saying precisely what you mean and not whatever pops into your head. Avoid being impetuous!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Someone is testing you in a way that could possibly make you quite impatient -- unless you focus on the gamesmanship involved.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You're in need of a few answers, but if they don't come to you in time, you have one or two options that can liberate you just a bit.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You know you're not at fault, but that doesn't mean you know who is. Avoid pointing fingers, as that never solved anything!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You have solid plans in place, but not everyone knows that or is willing to do what you need to see those plans come to fruition.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may fear that you will be unable to keep up when things really get rolling, but you're forgetting that you have an ace up your sleeve.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You can derive a great deal of pleasure from sharing knowledge with those around you, but it must be an honest give-and-take.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You can do much that makes a mark and proves memorable, but perhaps not in the way that you may be anticipating.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You can share moments from your own childhood with someone who will benefit greatly -- someone who never enjoyed the same experiences.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're in the mood to cut loose a little, but there are those who may frown on your timing, if not your intentions.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You're likely to get good news, but you mustn't make any permanent decisions as a result just yet. Things may change by day's end.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You must consider the feelings of those around you even as you work to improve your own standing. Fairness and parity count for much.

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Your Birthday for August 29, 2014

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | August 29th, 2014

Born today, you are likely to demonstrate the most remarkable talents and abilities when you are quite young. If you entrust yourself to those who have your best interests at heart, you will surely rise to tremendous heights. There may be some who will say, at some point, that they are responsible for your success, but that is simply untrue. It may be that one or more individuals got you started down the path, but whether or not you will rise to the top and fulfill your true potential is entirely up to you, and it rests with your ability to learn, adapt and improve yourself again and again over time. You have what it takes to be one of the greats if you are true to yourself.

You may not be as comfortable in your own skin as it may seem to others, but you never let insecurity get the better of you, especially when it comes to your work. You understand that you are perhaps different in one or two significant ways, but that is something you can get used to.

Also born on this date are: Michael Jackson, singer; Ingrid Bergman, actress; Lea Michele, actress and singer; John McCain, politician; Isabel Sanford, actress; Elliott Gould, actor; Charlie Parker, musician; John Locke, philosopher; Sir Richard Attenborough, actor and director; Rebecca De Mornay, actress; Robin Leach, TV personality.

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, AUGUST 30

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You are eager to see the results of recent efforts, but you may have to wait until one or two obstacles have been cleared out of the way.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Take good care of yourself. You may encounter certain physical dangers that require you to take a different path.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You should be able to protect yourself by very ordinary means, and without spending too much time or money.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- As almost everyone else does, so must you -- and you should know what this rule applies to! If you don't, you have a mystery to solve.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may be slowed by circumstances that you cannot entirely control. A friend is willing to help you regain your balance as needed.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You seem to be onto something that could possibly bring you a good deal of pleasure and profit when it finally comes to fruition.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may not believe in the kinds of superstitions to which others subscribe, but you're not against the good luck that comes your way!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You know that what you have to say will make a difference, but you also know that it may not be the right time to say it. Wait your turn.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- What is going on around you may be over your head for a while -- until you stumble across a few clues that tell the tale.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- A minor mistake could have major consequences. See if you can't avoid the situation altogether by choosing a hidden option.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You have information to impart, but others may not yet be aware that they should be listening to you. Soon, however ... very soon.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You should be able to perform with confidence without being too aggressive or overdoing it in any way.

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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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