Your Birthday for August 10, 2015

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | August 10th, 2015

Born today, you have been blessed with a great deal of passion -- both the kind that is evident to all those who encounter you, and the kind that burns deep within and serves as your emotional, psychological and spiritual fuel. It is important, of course, for you to control that aspect of your nature as best you can; should you allow your passions to get the better of you, it is likely you will risk much that you've been working for -- all of which, of course, is quite important to you. You must strive for balance in your life, and when you achieve it, you will recognize that you are able to be powerful without being aggressive, sensitive without being weak, and thoughtful without being incapable of action.

You are a trusting individual, yet you are not unrealistic in your awareness of what others are capable of doing -- so you protect yourself at all times from insults, injuries and affronts. You aren't one to hold a grudge -- but neither are you one to be stung more than once!

Also born on this date are: Antonio Banderas, actor; Suzanne Collins, author; Angie Harmon, actress; Herbert Hoover, U.S. president; Eddie Fisher, singer; Jack Haley, actor; Rosanna Arquette, actress; Norma Shearer, actress; Sam Warner, producer; Rhonda Fleming, 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, AUGUST 11

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- In the matter you've been mulling over more than any other recently, you're likely to realize that someone else isn't playing by the rules.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- It may fall to you to restore things to the way they were before someone else stepped in and tried to "fix" them.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Your schedule may be lighter than expected, and you'll have a little time to devote to that certain guilty pleasure!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You're likely to make a fan of someone who has been watching you rather critically from afar. A key decision makes all the difference.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You'll recognize that the time has come to jump at an opportunity that may soon pass you by forever. You don't want that to happen!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You seem to have a way with those who are usually difficult to work with. Someone is eager to follow in your footsteps.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Your creativity will be on display, and you'll be eager to see where a new opportunity may lead you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- What begins as only a fleeting notion may soon become an idea you'll want to develop as fully as possible.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Money may prove a primary motivator as you try to negotiate a situation that has you counting every penny.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Even a minor mistake can have major repercussions. You'll want to be sure that you have a clear plan of action.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may not be able to do things precisely as you had planned, but with minor adjustments you can surely get things done -- and done well.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may be suffering from one or two minor physical discomforts. Danger is minimal, but they're likely to slow you down a bit.

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Your Birthday for August 09, 2015

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | August 9th, 2015

Born today, you are no stranger to hardship or distress, but you have so much going for you that you are always able to look beyond the trying times to a future that is bright and promising. You know what you are about, what you are capable of and what you want to do with your life. This can be both advantageous and exasperating, for it will give you a leg up on the competition when you are young, but it will result in tremendous frustration at times when you do not see your dreams come true. Still, you're not one to give up; you will keep striving, like so many Leo natives, until it is simply impossible to strive any longer.

You are stalwart in mind, body and character, and if you don't trip yourself up by pursuing the easy path, you will remain strong throughout your lifetime. You can take comfort in the fact that you often have things much more in hand than you think you do!

Also born on this date are: Whitney Houston, singer; Anna Kendrick, actress; Sam Elliott, actor; Deion Sanders, football player; Gillian Anderson, actress; Michael Kors, designer; Eric Bana, actor; Melanie Griffith, actress; Robert Shaw, actor and writer; Rod Laver, tennis player.

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, AUGUST 10

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You'll have the chance to pick up where another left off -- and demonstrate in the process that you are an expert in your field.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may be afraid that the environmental influences will not be favorable, but you do have a backup plan that will not be affected.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may have trouble putting the last pieces of a puzzle into place. Perhaps you're seeing things from an odd angle; take a step back.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- It's important for you to see the big picture and avoid getting tangled in a web of minutia. You're trying to figure something out.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're waiting to receive important information from someone who is nominally in charge of a project that is actually up to you to complete.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may feel as though others have taken a step back and are not performing up to par. Perhaps you can demonstrate what is expected.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You must focus on what lies ahead, not get caught up in regrets about past errors. One or two doors will open for you very soon.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You're not about to reveal the information you have worked so hard to collect. When the time comes, you'll use it to good advantage.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You and a friend may experiment with a new strategy. The results could very well lead you to switch roles.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Try not to make the same mistake twice -- once is enough, surely! What you learn will make you stronger and more capable.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You're keenly interested in what a partner is up to. He or she is doing things that affect you in ways that were not expected.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- It's not enough to watch the world go by; you must be willing to jump in and take part! You have a few excellent plans brewing.

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Your Birthday for August 08, 2015

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | August 8th, 2015

Born today, you are likely to find yourself in the midst of a world that is far busier, more complex and even more dangerous than you had ever imagined -- and all this while you are still quite young. Fortunately, you have been endowed with the tools you need -- and, more important, the awareness -- to make your way through such a world and find your pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. It's not guaranteed, of course, that you will succeed; on the contrary, the odds are likely to be against you. But you have much going for you, and if you keep your head in the game and avoid letting yourself be distracted by the kinds of instant gratification that can be unhealthy and dangerous, you will do well.

While young, you are likely to display an unusual level of maturity. Conversely, when you are older, you will embody a unique sort of youthfulness that is sure to win you friends and admirers wherever you go -- and keep you in the game far longer than most.

Also born on this date are: Dustin Hoffman, actor; Esther Williams, swimmer and actress; Connie Stevens, actress; Mel Tillis, singer and songwriter; The Edge, guitarist; Don Most, actor; Rory Calhoun, actor; Emiliano Zapata, military leader; Keith Carradine, 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.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 9

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may be the only one to see the most viable option lying before you, so it will be up to you to lead the pack in the right direction.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You've been asked to do a difficult job, but if you feel your hands are tied, you cannot possibly proceed. Restrictions must be lifted.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Combined efforts can yield memorable results, and you want to be sure that you're part of the team. Don't drift on the periphery.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- It's only a matter of time before you are given the key to unlock a certain door. Professional and personal issues converge.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- A cooperative effort can pay off quite handsomely, but each member of the team must be given a certain amount of leeway.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- If you find yourself in charge of a certain project, you'll know that someone out there has given you a big vote of confidence.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Take care that you're not attaching too much meaning to an endeavor that is only meant to offer temporary enjoyment.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You know what's what, and you know what it all means -- or do you? You may soon realize that certain things are, indeed, still a mystery.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You have no doubt that your plan will succeed -- and pay off handsomely. Is today the day to get things started?

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're focusing on issues at work when, in fact, the real problem is one between you and an old friend. A rift must be healed!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You'll wonder what's going on when you notice others moving about, trying to get things done without being seen or heard.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Someone in charge is willing to give you all you need to get the job done, but a third party may have his or her doubts.

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