Your Birthday for July 06, 2015

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | July 6th, 2015

Born today, you are not the kind of person to be overlooked -- at home, at work, at play or in any kind of social situation. Indeed, your personality is such that you command attention -- though, in truth, you do not always want it! When you walk into a room, things are different -- often forever so. You know what you do to people, and you are almost sure to cultivate a certain strategy so that you can maximize the benefits your influence brings you while minimizing the actual long-term effects you may have on those around you. You don't want to upset things, to rock the boat or insist on having your way -- on the contrary, you very much want to be a part of an ever-evolving social system. You must, therefore, always take care to control what you can and let the rest be.

You may actually stumble upon a lucrative and long-term career, or -- almost as likely -- you will be chosen for that career by someone who has had his or her eye on you for quite a while before giving you the nod. As you climb the ladder of professional success, you must never forget the debts you owe.

Also born on this date are: Sylvester Stallone, actor; George W. Bush, U.S. president; John Paul Jones, military leader; Frida Kahlo, artist; Burt Ward, actor; Nancy Reagan, former U.S. first lady; Geoffrey Rush, actor; Bill Haley, singer; Janet Leigh, actress; Ned Beatty, actor; Merv Griffin, television producer; Fred Dryer, actor; Shelley Hack, actress; William Schallert, 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, JULY 7

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You'll finally spot a clear path stretching out ahead of you, but is this really the time to leave the status quo behind?

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Someone is trying to figure you out, but he or she is lacking a key piece of information. You'll maintain the advantage.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- One or two goals seem closer than ever, but you may feel that you have a long way to go before you enjoy the satisfaction you seek.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Try moving things around today to see if the effects can be anticipated. Putting yourself at risk may be unavoidable.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You must approach even the most complicated problems in the most straightforward ways. Avoid beating around the bush at all times.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Complications arise from a situation that you had stopped thinking about in depth. This may have been a mistake!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- It's important for you to understand not only the tactics employed by a rival, but also his or her true motives. Don't make hasty judgments.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- The big picture gives you a renewed sense of confidence, while the details may give you cause for concern. A balanced view is key.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Though others may not do so, you have good reason to question someone in charge. You must approach matters with a great deal of diplomacy.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're likely to find yourself embroiled in a conflict that is far more difficult to resolve than expected. Heed unspoken warnings.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Others are likely to follow your lead as you search for the underlying causes of certain unfavorable developments.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may have to come face to face with an adversary who threatens your autonomy and gives you feelings of inferiority.

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Your Birthday for July 05, 2015

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | July 5th, 2015

Born today, you may seem to come from out of nowhere to those who are not adept at assessing currents and possibilities. You have a knack for taking advantage of this particular circumstance; you use the element of surprise to your advantage again and again, not only for your own benefit, but like so many Cancer natives, for the benefit of those around you. You understand that you do not live alone in the world, and that you must contribute in a positive way to the lives of those you touch. You are most content when you are able to influence others, but at the same time, you are not resistant to being influenced yourself.

You know how to talk to people, and you can be quite convincing, even when there is little evidence to support your particular point of view. This is a strength that you must never apply in any but the most positive and productive of ways. Otherwise, it may prove to be quite harmful to you and others.

Also born on this date are: Eva Green, actress; Edie Falco, actress; Huey Lewis, singer; Katherine Helmond, actress; Georges Pompidou, former president of France; P.T. Barnum, circus entrepreneur.

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, JULY 6

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Things are moving along according to plan, and you mustn't let someone else's lack of timing upset the status quo.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You must look critically at your own work throughout the day and make adjustments to both your methods and your final output.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You're likely to win approval from someone who has been critical of your work in the past. You be the judge: What's different?

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You know how to increase your own productivity, but a friend mustn't be allowed to feel less involved as a result.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You can capitalize on a random sequence of events, and in the process, you may realize that they weren't so random after all!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You're likely to discover a new way of doing something that increases both your enjoyment and your productivity.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- No one is likely to fault the choices you make, especially since they are the result of circumstances that are completely beyond your control.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You can keep distractions to a minimum. You don't want to do anything that seems false or fabricated. Give a friend some info.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You'll be eager to move in a new direction, but you may find it difficult to get started. You don't yet have it in gear.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You'll want to get a feel for your surroundings before doing anything that might make your position less stable.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may have reason to contact someone from whom you've been trying to keep your distance lately. Things have changed, clearly.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You must pay more attention than usual to what is happening in the background. A mystery is ready to be solved.

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Your Birthday for July 04, 2015

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | July 4th, 2015

Born today, you are not always the most visible or vociferous individual, but your influence is felt wherever you go and in whatever you do. You have the kind of nature that allows you to go where you please, do what you want and mix and mingle with all kinds of people without rocking the boat too much. Those around you always know that your presence, participation and involvement -- whether direct or indirect -- has had a major influence on their lives. You are not always in a social mood, but you will always engage in social affairs that you feel will benefit yourself and others.

You're likely to enjoy great longevity, both personally and professionally. When you begin to score even minor successes, you will certainly be noticed, and you'll be able to parlay those early successes and that early notoriety into something much bigger and more rewarding as time passes. It may not happen quickly, but it will almost certainly happen.

Also born on this date are: Malia Obama, daughter of the president; Eva Marie Saint, actress; Calvin Coolidge, U.S. president; Gina Lollobrigida, actress; Gloria Stuart, actress; Bill Withers, singer-songwriter; Abigail Van Buren and Ann Landers, columnists; Geraldo Rivera, television journalist; Andrew Zimmern, celebrity chef; Nathaniel Hawthorne, writer; Neil Simon, 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.

SUNDAY, JULY 5

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You've reached an important juncture; which way you go from here depends in large part on how you feel about yourself.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You've been working very hard to improve yourself in ways that are clear only to you. It's time to assess your progress.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You can help a friend simply by being there when things get tough. You may not have to do anything, but your moral support is needed.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Changes have been made that will compel you to do what only yesterday you had resisted doing. Now, however, not quite everything is different.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- It's a good time to drop all pretense and deal with everyone else in an honest, straightforward way.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You needn't be overly expressive -- or lengthy -- in your communications with others. Keep it all simple and clean.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You're feeling the need to jump into something headlong in order to feel involved. You must, of course, assess any risks ahead of time.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Others may not realize the extent of your commitment to a certain project, but by day's end, you'll be completely immersed.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You'll find yourself being useful in ways that you had not anticipated. Something on the horizon has you feeling a bit on edge.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Someone with a plan is likely to come to you with an assignment, but you must in no way feel obligated to sign on.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You're feeling energized, motivated and ready for action. Fortunately, there is much for you to do, and some of it is quite new.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Don't let yourself be caught off guard. Stay in touch with those at the center of things, and listen to all news and warnings.

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