Your Birthday for December 09, 2014

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 9th, 2014

Born today, you are willing to take a hack at almost anything that comes your way, so fearless are you -- and willing to work outside of your comfort zone. This may seem like a paradox, but the fact is that you never seem to balk at the unexpected or unknown, and you are more than able to acquit yourself well in the face of problems, puzzles and conundrums. It's important for you, always, to assess and reassess, to be sure that your skills and tools are at their peak and ready to go. If you find yourself in a tight spot, you certainly don't want to come up empty-handed when you need that specific, certain something!

You can be expected to do anything and everything to further your own agenda, and you know very well how to think outside the box to do things that have never been done before. You recognize that such actions qualify as risks, but they are risks you are always willing to take.

Also born on this date are: Simon Helberg, actor; McKayla Maroney, gymnast; Tre Cool, drummer; Judi Dench, actress; Kirk Douglas, actor; Donny Osmond, entertainer; Redd Foxx, actor and comedian; Margaret Hamilton, actress; John Malkovich, actor; Beau Bridges, actor; John Milton, poet; Deacon Jones, football player; Dalton Trumbo, writer.

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, DECEMBER 10

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Why give others the benefit of the doubt? It's simple: Keeping things friendly and low-key can be advantageous for everyone.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may enjoy the unexpected assistance of one who has been keeping an eye on you for some time. A partnership may be in the making.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Your defensive prowess will be on display, but don't forget that when your turn comes, you'll want to go show off your aggressive spirit.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- It's not over until it's really over, so be sure that you give it your best until the last tick of the clock.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You'll want to keep your ear to the ground, as rumblings suggest that something big is fast approaching.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Others will be studying both your strategy and your tactics at this time. You're doing something that no one else is able to do -- yet.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- A last-ditch effort may actually allow you to surge ahead of the pack. You see the finish line in the distance; keep up the pace!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You should be able to assert your dominance in a certain field simply by going about your business in a businesslike fashion.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may have trouble fitting everything into your schedule, but prioritizing carefully can smooth the way for you somewhat.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're eager to see how certain things are going to progress on the home front. Don't put another's needs ahead of your own just yet.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may have to work harder than usual to keep everything in line. Focus on the things you can control directly.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Your ability to see through a tangle of conflicting details will enable you and those around you to prevail in spite of the odds.

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Your Birthday for December 08, 2014

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 8th, 2014

Born today, you are not always to be counted on to do what is appropriate, expected or allowed. Indeed, you have much of the mischief-maker in you. Whether it is by design or simply a product of your personality, you are likely to steer clear of the ordinary and do precisely what you want to do -- no matter how much it may rub others the wrong way, and even if it gets you into trouble personally or professionally. It's not that you want to be seen in a negative light -- on the contrary, you crave approval -- but you certainly go about gaining it in unusual and difficult ways. This is because you care more about being true to yourself than to doing things the easy way.

When it comes to romance, you are no less unconventional in your tastes and behaviors than in any other aspect of your life. For this reason, it will be easy for others to decide, once and for all, whether you are right for them -- not that it matters, of course, because you will pursue only those you want, not waiting to be pursued or chosen by them.

Also born on this date are: Sinead O'Connor, singer; Teri Hatcher, actress; Kim Basinger, actress; John Rubinstein, actor; Jim Morrison, singer; James Galway, flutist; David Carradine, 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.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may not respond as expected to someone else's offer of cooperation. The truth is, you are trying to mold a different future for yourself.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- It's important for you to keep in touch with others throughout the day. Information that is shared freely can be useful to all.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Changes may have to be made to something that you thought was all done. Flexibility is the key to success, in this and other endeavors.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You must ask for help in time to receive it; wait too long, and you may not be able to take advantage of what is offered.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're feeling passionate, but undisciplined. See if you can't put things into better order than they've been in recently.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may have the chance to tell someone -- or possibly more than one person -- precisely what you think. Don't hold back!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- The truth is something that you can manage only if you're willing to look at yourself honestly. Otherwise, it may be too much for you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- The conflict that arises between you and an underling is the result of something that has been percolating for quite some time.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You'll need to work with the most up-to-date tools and materials if you want your efforts to be truly competitive.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Why go on and on when a simple sentence can do the trick? An economy of words will surely pave the way for you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Events may seem to transpire against you, but you'll come out on top -- surprising your competitors and even your friends.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- What crosses your mind early in the day will surely pay off later on when everything falls into place just as you had imagined.

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Your Birthday for December 07, 2014

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 7th, 2014

Born today, you have always considered yourself a rather lucky individual. While there are some who may enjoy more good fortune than you, you know how to make the most of an opportunity -- whether it be the result of timing, location, preparation, ability or simple accident. You may well be able to make all your dreams come true, but what is most important is that those dreams are not merely vague thoughts of accomplishment and success, but very specific images of what, how, when and even why. The more specific you can be in your desires, the more likely they are to be satisfied.

You want things to be part of the plan eventually, and even if you find yourself stumbling into something that you hadn't foreseen, you will work hard to align things in such a way that you are able to progress in an organized, thoughtful way.

Also born on this date are: C. Thomas Howell, actor; Larry Bird, basketball player; Tom Waits, singer, actor; Johnny Bench, baseball player; Ellen Burstyn, actress; Ted Knight, actor; Eli Wallach, actor; Louis Prima, musician and 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.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 8

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You don't want to wait around for someone else to give you permission to do what you know you have every right to do. Get on it!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're feeling the need to get in touch with someone who hasn't been a part of your life for quite a while.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may be noticing a subtle shift in dynamics, and the way you relate to those in charge will send signals to your competitors.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You will enjoy a great many opportunities to help others, but before the day is out you will need some help yourself, no doubt.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You can capitalize on something others consider a setback. Your unique point of view gives you the advantage.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may think that something important is coming to an end, but the truth is, there is much more to be enjoyed.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may be wishing you could be reunited with someone who recently helped you with an important endeavor, but you can't live in the past.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You want to put things right between yourself and a former friend -- it's that "former" part that you really want to fix!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Something transpiring beneath the surface will have you changing directions many times throughout the day. Subtle shifts make a difference.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may be disappointed to learn that your words or actions haven't had the effect that you had hoped. But maybe this is a good thing!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You'll be wishing others well throughout the day as you see them off on journeys, endeavors and projects. You have something on the way.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- The little things will have a big impact, and you must have the flexibility required to move this way and that very quickly.

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