Your Birthday for December 23, 2014

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 23rd, 2014

Born today, you have deep feelings that require constant monitoring if they're not to get the better of you; this can happen at the most unusual and unexpected of times. If you learn to control your emotions, however, you can corral their tremendous force and put it to good use in any number of creative endeavors. You will learn that your emotions are the stuff upon which you can build much in your life: domestic contentment, professional achievement and more. It will be a tricky thing, of course, to know just when and where to apply what you feel, but experimentation should serve you well when you are young. Remember -- if at first you don't succeed, you can and should try again!

You enjoy keeping busy, but even you will go through periods when you want to think of nothing at all or do nothing at all -- at least for a day or two, or even only a few hours. You do not have a limitless supply of personal energy; you must always take care that you do not drive yourself to the point of exhaustion.

Also born on this date are: Eddie Vedder, musician and singer; Corey Haim, actor; Jim Harbaugh, football player and coach; Susan Lucci, actress; Joseph Smith, religious leader; Anthony Phillips, musician; Roy Brown, World War I pilot; Cody Ross, baseball player; Robert Bly, poet and author; Jose Greco, dancer and choreographer.

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 24

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You're not able to get things done entirely on your own, but there's certainly no harm in asking trusted friends for help.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're able to give another precisely what he or she needs. In return, you'll receive something you never knew you wanted.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may receive an important piece of information at the last minute, and this will give you a lead on something you really need.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You're in more of a hurry than you had hoped to be, but if you stock up, you can make a long trip in less time than expected, with fewer stops.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You should be able to say with pride, "Mission accomplished!" by day's end. What comes as a result is everything you expected -- and more.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Prompt delivery is expected, but you must have a backup plan ready to go just in case. Give someone a boost when he or she asks for one.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You'll be able to report to a superior about much that has been going on behind the scenes. He or she will be able to use that info.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You should be able to help yourself and others by doing something that you have long thought of doing. It can pay off in a big way.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may not have all the information you need, but you can certainly draw some conclusions from the bits and pieces you've collected.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're very close to that happy ending you've been looking forward to -- all you have to do is come clean. You can do it!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Keep your wits about you as you forge ahead into unfamiliar territory. What goes on around you impacts you personally throughout the day.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may be tempted to go undercover in order to get what you want -- or where you want -- but it's best to be open and honest all day.

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Your Birthday for December 22, 2014

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 22nd, 2014

Born today, you are dedicated to doing your best, no matter what you choose to do. This is true whether you are engaged in personal difficulties, professional endeavors, recreational activities or anything else. The distinction between work and hobby is irrelevant to you; whatever you do, you do to the best of your ability. This is sure to win you a stellar reputation; others know that if they call on you to join forces with them, they will be getting the best! The only question will be your availability, for it is likely that many requests will be made of you on a daily basis. You are a superb teammate, as you always seem to know not only what needs to be done, but why -- and you will always work for the overall good of the group.

You aren't the kind to pin yourself down to a single line of work; you enjoy having the freedom to explore this avenue or that creative outlet, and you will often explore more than one at a time. Where multitaskers are valued, you are probably the most highly valued of all!

Also born on this date are: Jordin Sparks, singer; Ralph Fiennes, actor; Robin Gibb, singer; Maurice Gibb, singer; Diane Sawyer, journalist; Barbara Billingsley, actress; Charles de Lint, author; Hector Elizondo, actor; Gene Rayburn, game show host; Giacomo Puccini, composer; Connie Mack, baseball manager.

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 23

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may feel as though someone is trying to get closer to you than he or she should. Comfort and personal space are key issues.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- There's little point to thinking further ahead than what is immediately pertinent. You must take care of one thing at a time.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may have to call in a few favors in order to get something done that has been hanging over you for a while.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You're seeking refuge, but you may not be looking in the right places. You'll find what you're after very close to home.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You have a clear idea of how things can be, but you face one or two key obstacles. Your instincts are keen, and can point the way.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may not be acting in a way that brings others closer together. Take care that you don't make any ill-advised decisions.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- A message you receive from someone in the same line of work has you jumping at an opportunity that you never thought would come your way.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You must be willing to send messages all over the place in order to get timely responses with the information and clues you need.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- The last word may be just what you want to hear, so you must be patient and willing to go the distance.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may have trouble finding just what you're looking for, but if you send out feelers, you may get some valuable leads.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Give yourself a little more time than usual to accomplish a routine endeavor, as not everything is likely to go your way.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- A message from afar has you thinking good thoughts about something that was, for a time, a bit of a muddle. You can straighten it out.

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Your Birthday for December 21, 2014

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 21st, 2014

Born today, you are likely to make a name for yourself by doing precisely the kinds of things that you enjoy doing -- and nothing else. This is fortunate, for you never fare well when you are required to do anything that doesn't engage, interest, inspire or challenge you. Busywork is anathema to you; you would rather endure long periods of doing nothing at all than spend two or three minutes doing something that is unimportant or unsuited to your talents. You are confident, even cocky, and you are perfectly willing to try things others have been unable to do, knowing full well that to succeed you must beat the odds. You have a way of beating the odds more often than not!

You can be rather inward in your thinking, but this leads to tremendous insights that you can then share with others who are almost certain to benefit from your outlook and attitudes. You have the makings of a teacher, but the truth is that you may be too self-concerned to take teaching up as a profession.

Also born on this date are: Samuel L. Jackson, actor; Kiefer Sutherland, actor; Jane Fonda, actress; Frank Zappa, singer-songwriter and musician; Andy Dick, comedian; Florence Griffith Joyner, Olympic sprinter; Chris Evert, tennis player; Benjamin Disraeli, British Prime Minister; Walter Hagen, golfer; Julie Delpy, 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, DECEMBER 22

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may want to talk with a friend or family member about certain activities that are not altogether traditional. Objections will be few.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may be playing cat-and-mouse with someone who is eager to engage you in a new way. But are you the cat or the mouse?

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You've been moving a little more slowly than usual, but you'll be able to pick up the pace in order to address a friend's major concerns.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You have a choice to make: Do you want to continue along the same course, not knowing what will come of it, or shift to a sure thing?

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You are looking forward to something quite enjoyable in the days to come. How you approach a family member's request will set the tone.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You are in the right place to satisfy the needs of a friend or loved one. The only question you have concerns the timing of your efforts.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You can get more done simply by doing what comes naturally than by trying to adopt another's methods. Stick to what you know.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may be overcomplicating things. A close look at your methods will reveal to you a new and simpler option.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You can give someone special a little more attention. He or she may be surprised by the depth of your feelings!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- It's a good day to put that certain plan into motion, but it may be tricky to keep someone from finding out what you're doing!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You're eager to put aside certain responsibilities for the time being and enjoy some social time with family and friends. Get the job done!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- The pace may be faster today than you had expected, but you are well-equipped to deal with what transpires in your own inimitable fashion.

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