Your Birthday for April 17, 2015

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | April 17th, 2015

Born today, you can be quite introspective at times, choosing to focus your attention inward instead of outward, studying yourself and your place in the world with far more interest and commitment than you do the world itself and what it may offer you. Others may consider you rather cold and aloof, and indeed there are times when you do nothing to persuade them otherwise. Often, however, this is merely a misinterpretation of your particular energy, and of the fact that you do not reach out until you are ready to do so. While you may never be widely popular, you are very likely to be widely respected.

You know how to negotiate with others quite well -- possibly because you do not let your emotions get in the way of any intellectual argument or understanding. While you do have a temper, you know how to keep it in check when you are working with others toward a common goal. You can even be quite affable at times.

Also born on this date are: Victoria Beckham, singer; Jennifer Garner, actress; Sean Bean, actor; Olivia Hussey, actress; Luke Mitchell, actor; Rooney Mara, actress; William Holden, actor; John Pierpont Morgan, entrepreneur; Boomer Esiason, football player and commentator; Harry Reasoner, journalist; Thornton Wilder, playwright.

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, APRIL 18

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may feel as though you've been having the worst luck lately, but in fact things are going quite well in key areas. Look around.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're interested in reuniting with someone who brings out the best in you in many ways. He or she is eager to collaborate again, too.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- As you watch the clock, remember that there are more important concerns than those that can be quantified in minutes and dollars.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Money may be holding you back -- or is it? A closer look is likely to reveal a flaw in your thinking that proves significant.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Why be complicated about something that is really quite simple? Today, a most direct approach is recommended; don't embellish.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You're going to want to put the right things into your body -- and your mind. Thought processes are as important as physical processes.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may be put off by the weight of the responsibilities that are falling to you, but don't waste energy doubting yourself.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You'll require a great deal more focus than usual, especially from those who are in supporting roles. All must be fully committed.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- A change of scenery -- or of venue -- may work wonders for you as you seek that certain something that will give your work an extra spark.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may encounter something quite meaningful that takes you by surprise and has you reconsidering a recent long-term decision.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You're considering certain changes that could possibly be permanent, but you'll never know if they suit you until you try them.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- With the help of a good friend, you can devise a plan that has you and others moving much more quickly toward a common goal.

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Your Birthday for April 16, 2015

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | April 16th, 2015

Born today, you have such a warm and engaging personality that you are often able to disarm even your most vitriolic critics and opponents, and have them eating out of your hand in no time. Humor is perhaps your greatest single weapon in the war you wage against your enemies; you can laugh at anything -- yourself included -- and you are confident that you can have others laughing at themselves as well. You have a serious side, of course, and you often weigh heavy issues that affect you both directly and indirectly. You try to make decisions slowly and carefully, and always independently of others who might try to influence you.

You are compelled to try what has never been tried before, and you will work tirelessly to succeed where others have failed. Though quite talented and interested in a great many things, it is likely to be tenacity and hard work that bring you your greatest successes, not inspiration or brilliance.

Also born on this date are: Martin Lawrence, actor and comedian; Selena, singer; Charlie Chaplin, actor; Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, basketball player; Pope Benedict XVI; Jon Cryer, actor; Wilbur Wright, inventor, pioneer aviator; Bobby Vinton, singer; Dusty Springfield, singer; Jimmy Osmond, singer; Bruce Bochy, baseball manager; Peter Billingsley, actor; Ellen Barkin, actress; Henry Mancini, composer; Peter Ustinov, actor; Merce Cunningham, dancer and choreographer; Lukas Haas, actor; Gerry Rafferty, 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.

FRIDAY, APRIL 17

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can have a galvanizing influence, and what results is likely to be remembered long after others have gone their separate ways.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You can score an important "first." Even if others don't recognize or acknowledge it, you'll know what it means to you personally.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may make a small error that lets someone think that he or she is gaining the advantage -- but you are stronger than that, surely!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You are not sure you want to be associated closely with a certain faction, but today you may not be able to avoid it.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You can make the best of a situation that is not at all ideal. By day's end, you can have everyone appreciating your heroic efforts.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Now is not a good time for sightseeing; rather, you will want to go where you need to go to get certain things done on time and under budget.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You certainly don't want your behavior to be misinterpreted in any way. Don't stick your neck out too far!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Your actions will be considered groundbreaking by some, but you know that you've been doing this kind of thing for some time.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You'll be given a chance to improve your overall standing, but take care that you don't overlook a hidden hazard.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may have to preside over a conversation that takes everyone into some uncomfortable territory -- but you can ease tensions.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You can provide for others in a way that is unique to you -- in style and in substance. All you want in return is thanks.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may get ahead of the game by dropping the name of a very close friend. Just make sure it's the right friend!

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Your Birthday for April 15, 2015

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | April 15th, 2015

Born today, you can be rather shy and reserved when interacting with strangers, but once you come to know a person even a little, you are sure to warm up quickly and become much more expressive, even forceful at times. You don't enjoy doing things because you are told to do them, yet you understand that there are times when this is precisely what is expected of you -- and what can bring you the greatest gains. So you patiently forge ahead, doing all you can to avoid breaking the mold prematurely. Small talk is not for you; you enjoy communicating on a very real level, sharing ideas and feelings and learning about what makes other people tick.

You always try to weigh every side before committing to something one way or the other, and you will surely become quite adept at balancing between two very different, often conflicting points of view. Once you have made a decision, you're not likely to change your mind.

Also born on this date are: Emma Watson, actress; Leonardo da Vinci, artist; Seth Rogen, actor; Emma Thompson, actress and screenwriter; Roy Clark, actor and musician; Elizabeth Montgomery, actress; Bessie Smith, singer; Claudia Cardinale, actress; Henry James, author.

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, APRIL 16

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can do much to keep the peace between two parties. Focus on that which is measurable and that which is truly essential.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You'll be in a position to give someone the assurance he or she needs at this time. This courtesy will be reciprocated very soon.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You can enjoy much more freedom than you had expected, but take care you don't invite danger over your doorstep as a result.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may want to give a friend a stern warning, but you fear it will not be heard. Perhaps a more subtle, roundabout way is better.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You can be persuaded of much, but only if you are in the right frame of mind. If you are feeling resistant in any way, you'll be hard to sway.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may be unusually self-concerned throughout this rather complicated, multilayered day. What you want most is likely to prove elusive.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You can cut a deal with someone to ensure that you both enjoy what you feel you respectively deserve. This is a beginning, of sorts.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You'll see the fulfillment of a pledge. As a result, things move forward rather quickly. You can be more flexible after dark.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're in the mood to compete more aggressively with those who are also vying for the top spot. You have a way of upping the ante.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're likely to figure out something that has you in a whirl. When you get your feet back on the ground, all should make sense.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You can help others today by doing the right thing with your money. Ultimately, you'll realize that your generosity rewards you, too.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may win greater attention as a result of a comment made in an offhand manner -- but which will mean more with each passing day.

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