Your Birthday for May 23, 2015

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | May 23rd, 2015

Born today, you won't be known for just one important contribution to the human race -- or even two, for that matter. Instead, you're likely to do so much throughout your lifetime that you will be considered a true Renaissance man or woman. You will be remembered for doing all manner of valuable things for yourself, for those in your inner circle, for acquaintances and even for strangers and the world at large. It's not so much that you are determined to be philanthropic in your approach to life, but rather that you are compelled to do things that are, quite naturally, of value to others.

Though you may have many friends, the truth is that you may also remain something of a mystery to most, and this excites you in a very basic way. You enjoy being the kind of person that others can't readily figure out -- for you know that the more they try to do so, the more attention you will get!

Also born on this date are: Drew Carey, comedian and television personality; Kelly Monaco, actress; Joan Collins, actress; Rosemary Clooney, singer and actress; Douglas Fairbanks Sr., actor; Scatman Crothers, singer and actor; Artie Shaw, bandleader and musician; Ambrose Burnside, military leader and politician; Jewel, singer-songwriter.

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, MAY 24

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can enjoy one of your favorite things, but circumstances may require you to share, at least with one or two in your inner circle.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- The goal you are working toward may seem to be moving farther away from you -- or is your own perspective becoming distorted?

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may be tempted to bend the rules, but at least one is in place to help you rather than hinder you. You mustn't fool with it!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Success lies in how you present the situation to those who can possibly help. You must stress possibilities, not difficulties.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- It's been far too long since you were able to focus on a particular personal pleasure, but today you may enjoy at least one rare opportunity.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You must focus on key issues and not let yourself be distracted by trivia presented to you by those who are not involved.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may be overcomplicating matters -- unintentionally, of course. Trust another to show you the error of your ways.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You can learn from those who are more personally invested in a certain endeavor. Soon you'll be in the trenches as well.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may have the chance to resurrect an old idea that you thought was obsolete. Current circumstances favor it, however.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You can benefit from another's approach, but take care that you don't simply try to imitate him or her. Maintain originality.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- What you see on the horizon inspires you to pay a little more attention to the situation in which you currently find yourself.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- The need for communication is increasing, especially at home. Certain issues require some special attention.

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Your Birthday for May 22, 2015

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | May 22nd, 2015

Born today, you are an optimistic individual, but you are also able to look at the world in a wholly realistic fashion. Your expectations never reach past that which makes sense within the realm of true possibility, and you build your dreams and aspirations upon a strong foundation of realistic thought and action. You always try to hope for the best and prepare for the worst, and this gives you a distinct advantage over those who only do one or the other. You are confident, capable and always evolving; you learn from your mistakes, you are able to change with shifting circumstances and you never let yourself overreact to anything, whether good or bad.

You have a distinct style that others both appreciate and try to imitate, yet no one is really able to hit the mark when it comes to doing what you do, in the way you do it. You are certain to attract a great many admirers in your lifetime -- those with whom you are eager to work, play and share your life's aspirations.

Also born on this date are: Naomi Campbell, model; Katie Price, model; Ginnifer Goodwin, actress; Apolo Ohno, Olympic speed skater; Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, author; Harvey Milk, politician and civil rights leader; Richard Wagner, composer; Sir Laurence Olivier, actor and director; Mary Cassatt, artist; Paul Winfield, actor; Richard Benjamin, actor; Michael Constantine, 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.

SATURDAY, MAY 23

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may slip and reveal something that you've been working hard to keep under wraps. Ill effects are very few, in fact.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- A certain endeavor is far more challenging than you had expected, but if you stick with it, you can learn an important lesson.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may attract the wrong kind of attention at first, but later you can be quite effective at changing people's minds.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- There are many details to be sorted out, but you must start with an overall picture in your mind that is clearly in focus.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Someone who has been out of the picture for quite a while is likely to influence you in ways that you might never expect. Be ready.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You are far more interested in organization than effectiveness, yet one leads to the other, as you well know.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Nothing is carved in stone -- not yet, anyway. You'll have some room to maneuver as you try to sort out a quickly developing situation.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You can do what you are asked -- and more. Once you start, you'll actually find it quite difficult to stop.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- If you insist on keeping score, you're sure to be disappointed. There is more to consider than the tally at day's end.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may have to tell a friend a piece of unpleasant news, but you know how to do it better than anyone else.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Let things develop in a way that is beneficial to as many people as possible. You don't want to impose an inappropriate agenda.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You are surrounded by those who want to know what you know, but you may be reluctant to share everything.

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Your Birthday for May 21, 2015

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | May 21st, 2015

Born today, you are sometimes what others call "bigger than life." Indeed, you have such a grand and energetic personality that you are sure to be noticed wherever you go, and whatever you do. You enjoy the good things in life, and you will do all you can to surround yourself with the best. Being poor doesn't work for you; the fact that you may have been underprivileged in some way when you were young is likely to give you tremendous drive and dedication, compelling you to collect as much in the way of tangible reward as you possibly can in life. You aren't one to expect something for nothing, however; you will always work hard for what you most want.

You do have secrets, and you will work very hard to keep under wraps the things about yourself that you feel others will not accept or approve of. This may, at times, give you an air of mystery that you can use to your advantage under certain circumstances.

Also born on this date are: Notorious B.I.G., rapper; Mr. T, actor; Raymond Burr, actor; Fats Waller, musician; Lisa Edelstein, actress; Leo Sayer, singer; Al Franken, comedian and politician; Henri Rousseau, artist; Bobby Cox, baseball manager; Harold Robbins, author; Peggy Cass, actress and television personality; Alexander Pope, poet.

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, MAY 22

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may find yourself far from home, without your usual support network to lean on. Take a deep breath and know that you have what it takes.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may be trying to assert yourself in the wrong way. Take a step back and assess your situation from the inside out.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- A new phase is beginning. You'll want to get the lay of the land as quickly -- and thoroughly -- as you can.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- The more you think you know what's going on, the bigger the surprise will be when all is finally revealed.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You'll want to move cautiously into new territory. Proceed according to plan, but know that you may have to improvise on occasion.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You'll want a certain someone to play an important role in your affairs, but you must approach him or her very delicately.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- The very trait you thought was your greatest asset turns into a liability for a time. This is to be expected on occasion!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may not be seeing things as clearly as usual. Your penchant for fairness may abandon you on at least one occasion.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're in the mood for a little more personal development. You can learn a few important lessons by watching someone older than yourself.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You know what is important and what is not -- or do you? You may discover that you've overvalued a certain something recently.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You're in for a rough time if you insist on doing things your way and only your way. Good ideas come from all around you; listen to them!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Take care that your attentive behavior toward someone isn't seen as mere flattery. You do have his or her best interests at heart.

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