Your Birthday for May 06, 2015

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | May 6th, 2015

Born today, you are not likely to learn the most important lessons from formal education; indeed, classrooms and textbooks are anathema to you. You're likely to go elsewhere for the kind of experience and practical knowledge that can really help you forge a successful path in life. It is very likely that your path will be unconventional in some way, not the kind that requires you to sit in an office, work hours at a time in front of a computer, or otherwise remain stationary and focused on a narrow range of tasks. You're far more likely to choose a life that gives you freedom to roam, freedom to express yourself, and freedom to change your mind when you find that your current situation doesn't content you.

You are the kind of person that other people often want to be, yet it's not likely that many could actually fill your shoes. You are a unique individual, not easily pigeonholed, and you are always eager to move on to the next thing that strikes your fancy. You're a traveler, not a settler.

Also born on this date are: George Clooney, actor and filmmaker; Tom Bergeron, television host; Sigmund Freud, psychoanalyst; Willie Mays, baseball player; Bob Seger, singer; Tony Blair, British prime minister; Gabourey Sidibe, actress; Orson Welles, actor and filmmaker; Robert Peary, explorer; Rudolph Valentino, actor; Stewart Granger, 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, MAY 7

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may not feel that you are up to the task that is assigned to you. Instead of pretending, be honest and share your misgivings.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You and a loved one may be missing the boat when it comes to an issue that is central to your lives, but the answer is close at hand.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You claim to have the answers, but you are likely to be challenged by someone whose questions are truly complex.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Someone close to you may accuse you of neglecting that which is most important to you -- and indeed, you've been giving it short shrift.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may be trying to send messages in a cryptic style that no one is likely to decipher. Perhaps it's time to be more straightforward.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Your creative approach to an old-fashioned problem is likely to open the door to a permanent solution. Others are soon to follow.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Do you even recognize who you are right now? The fact is that others are worried that you are drifting too far from your center.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Someone's been watching you, and what you've been doing has been getting a great deal of praise behind closed doors. What's up?

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may be waiting for someone to offer you a new career opportunity, but you must stay the course until it is yours to accept or decline.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're likely to uncover something that will soon have you venturing far from home seeking more of the same. Take a friend along!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may be sending mixed messages to a loved one who doesn't yet realize that you're conflicted about a central issue. Let him off the hook!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You have every reason to follow a certain lead wherever it may take you, but one very special thing is holding you back at this time.

astrology

Your Birthday for May 05, 2015

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | May 5th, 2015

Born today, you know how to make the best of an unfortunate situation. You can always be counted on to pick yourself up, dust yourself off and start over again when you have the opportunity to do so, but with more knowledge and experience that can help you travel swiftly down the road to success. You understand that life is a series of trial-and-error opportunities, and that nothing is as good the first time as it can eventually be with a little practice. You are always willing to pay your dues and put in the time you need to become an expert at something. You will work hard, confident that the effort will pay off eventually -- allowing you to play hard, too! You know how to turn failure into success.

You may sometimes be thought to have a more retiring nature, but this certainly doesn't last for long! It results, of course, from your occasional forays into quiet intensity -- but soon your true, colorful self resurfaces, making misidentification all but impossible.

Also born on this date are: Chris Brown, singer; Adele, singer; Ann B. Davis, actress; Karl Marx, philosopher; Tammy Wynette, singer; Brian Williams, journalist; John Rhys-Davies, actor; Tyrone Power, actor; Pat Carroll, actress; Michael Palin, actor and comedian; Alice Faye, actress; Nellie Bly, journalist; Tina Yothers, actress; Lance Henriksen, actor; James Beard, chef.

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, MAY 6

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You will find yourself yearning for another time or place, and the reason will seem absurdly simple when it finally dawns on you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Contact with someone who has been part of your life in the past will remind you of the importance of something you've recently forgotten.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Someone far from home is reaching out to you. Don't neglect to sign on the dotted line when asked to do so. Focus on what you really want.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- It's the little things that matter most, like a friendly embrace or perhaps even a favorite snack. Get rest, and focus on the truth.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You have the knowhow to get a certain thing done and fulfill the expectations of someone in charge. What's stopping you?

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- The quicker you are, the more likely you will be to hit the bull's-eye, but be careful not to take your eyes off the target!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Someone may be trying to get you to commit to something that is not right for you. Trust those instincts that tell you to say "no."

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Put yourself in another's shoes, and you'll have the chance to see where you have really been standing all this time.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- It won't take much for you to impress those on the outside, but it's those on the inside whom you want to impress most of all.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may be asked to name a price, and you must be sure that you consider all potential variables before offering a quote.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- What are you waiting for? Today, you'll recognize yet another chance to do something you've long wanted to do -- so why not go for it?

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You shouldn't have to travel far to meet up with someone who shares your point of view. What happens next will defy expectation.

astrology

Your Birthday for May 04, 2015

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | May 4th, 2015

Born today, you are forthright, decisive and always willing to face the facts, even when they are inconvenient. You see no real benefit in retreating from the truth, as you are confident that the truth will always find a way to catch up with you eventually. You are far more willing to deal with reality than most; because of this, you are often able to use it to your advantage, even when it appears to offer nothing of value in the moment. You know that good things sometimes take time, and you don't mind waiting for good things to come to you. Indeed, such patience is perhaps your single greatest strength; you are never in a hurry to make things happen for yourself or to collect the rewards to which you believe you are entitled. You will always wait your turn.

You have a rare kind of magnetic charisma; others are drawn to you, sometimes against their own will! Fortunately, you aren't the kind to use this aspect of your personality in any way that is inappropriate or unfair, but on the flip side, you cannot seem to "turn it off" at will. You are what you are, and that's all there is to it!

Also born on this date are: Audrey Hepburn, actress; Randy Travis, singer; Pia Zadora, entertainer; George Will, author and political commentator; Paul Gleason, actor; Will Arnett, actor; Ana Gasteyer, 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.

TUESDAY, MAY 5

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Now is the time for you to give someone the truth and nothing but the truth. It's not likely to sit well at first, but time heals all wounds.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- The more you distract yourself, the more someone else is going to get frustrated by your inability to focus. Do you really want that?

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- It may be time for a changing of the guard, of sorts. What comes to you later in the day may be more valuable than expected.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You're looking forward to something that is scheduled to take place in the coming days. Use the time to prepare properly.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You have the ability to shine, even when you are working under pressure. The clock is ticking, but you can still gain many style points.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- A harmonious attempt to do something with others may fall a bit flat. Perhaps it takes a bit of conflict to get the juices flowing!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Those in your care may challenge you in ways that you do not expect -- and continue to challenge you in the ways they have before.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may feel that there is nothing new under the sun, but indeed what counts most is the fact that you are doing it your own way.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're used to hearing others complain; today, someone may bring to your attention something that you'll want to complain about!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- A slow and steady approach will allow you to see things as they are even as you pass them by. The journey counts for much.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You've been apologizing far too much lately. Perhaps it's time to change your ways, rather than make excuses as you have in the past.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Though the technical demands of a new endeavor may be quite daunting, you're sure to appreciate the aesthetics of it.

Next up: More trusted advice from...