Your Birthday for November 18, 2015

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | November 18th, 2015

Born today, you have many talents that can lead you directly to the threshold of success, but it is very important that you follow that path faithfully at all times. There is no room -- or time -- for distractions or side trips; you must keep your eyes on your destination and strive for maximum efficiency as you continue on your way. This may be difficult at times, as you have some unusual tastes that you will want to explore and develop -- these may require you to alter your planned course now and then. But beware! While immediately satisfying in various ways, such diversions can be dangerous in the long term, and may result in lasting disappointment when you are unable to reach your most important goals.

You are highly creative, imaginative and expressive in every way. You will be true to yourself, and this comes out in almost everything you do and say -- particularly when you are among those who know you best. You're not one to hold back when it's time to share feelings or opinions!

Also born on this date are: Elizabeth Perkins, actress; Sinbad, comedian; Linda Evans, actress; Brenda Vaccaro, actress; Alan Shepard Jr., astronaut; Johnny Mercer, singer-songwriter; Imogene Coca, actress and comedian; Eugene Ormandy, violinist and conductor.

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, NOVEMBER 19

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- What you have planned can have a major impact, but you're going to have to start slowly and keep your ambitions in check.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You don't want anyone to keep records of the day's events, but it may be necessary, so be sure to keep things on the up-and-up.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You're tempted to do something that is not entirely legal. Take a moment to think through all possible eventualities.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You are likely to find yourself caught between two options, and you're on the verge of choosing one. Both involve some risk.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You can afford to let go just a bit more, but try not to do anything that puts yourself or anyone else in danger.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- A long, patient campaign is coming to an end, and you'll begin to see signs of victory appearing on the horizon. Don't jump the gun!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may have trouble interpreting someone's behavior, especially if he or she is keeping a safe distance.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- The instructions you've received may not have answered all your questions, so you're going to have to investigate further on your own.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Your attempts to avoid a situation may actually cause you to run right into it. Slow down and give yourself a chance.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Others are more than willing to tell you what to do, but you feel compelled to head off on your own and fend for yourself.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may not be able to give others precisely what they want. Still, you can keep conflict to a minimum and promote cooperation.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Someone is leaning in your direction, but you're not responding. Is this conscious or unconscious? You'll have to take action soon.

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Your Birthday for November 17, 2015

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | November 17th, 2015

Born today, you are likely to find your professional niche remarkably early in life. This will provide you with a platform upon which to build success after success in your own way, without too much regard for what you are "supposed" to do, or the expectations of those around you. You are highly independent, and you can react quite dramatically to your environment; you are not the kind to keep your feelings or opinions to yourself! You may find that you do not do well as an employee; as a result, you are likely to fix your sights on a position that gives you complete autonomy and authority. In such a position, you may be able to fulfill your dreams and destiny, for you can make of yourself what you want at any given time.

It may seem to others that your work is erratic and inconsistent, but this is only because it is a reflection of your own true self and nothing else, and is therefore difficult to describe, categorize or understand. Those who fail to see your work in the proper light are saying more about themselves than about you, of course.

Also born on this date are: Lauren Hutton, actress; Daisy Fuentes, actress and TV personality; Danny DeVito, actor; Lorne Michaels, producer; Gordon Lightfoot, singer-songwriter; Martin Scorsese, filmmaker; Harry Lloyd, 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.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 18

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- It's time to demonstrate your resolve to those who doubt that you have what it takes. You'll change someone's mind dramatically.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Domestic affairs take on a strange character, and you may struggle somewhat to keep track of things as they go through subtle changes.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You'll receive information that you may not be able to trust, but you won't know for sure until you try to put it to use.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may feel, at first, as though it's too late to pursue an important goal, but by day's end you'll realize that the time is just approaching.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You must be ready to pursue any and all opportunities that come your way. Soon you'll be able to exercise your power of choice.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You're going to need more up-to-date information before you can make the decision that others are calling upon you to make.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You must be patient and let events play out before you try to exert your own influence on those involved. Avoid premature action.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You can reconnect with those who have been instrumental to you in the past, but one in particular may remain distant for a while.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may doubt that those around you are working toward the same lofty goals as you, but you can do much to further your own cause.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You'll know something by day's end that you didn't know yesterday -- and it will prove invaluable almost immediately.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- The moment you get in touch with someone who has been out of the picture for some time, you'll begin to feel better about everything.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're far more interested in what you can do quickly than what will have lasting value. Perhaps this should be reversed.

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Your Birthday for November 16, 2015

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | November 16th, 2015

Born today, you are something of a perfectionist. You will never quit a project until you are sure you have done everything possible to achieve the level of accomplishment to which you aspire -- usually, that is nothing short of "perfect." You may often find yourself going it alone in life, simply because others are not capable of keeping up with you and maintaining your remarkably high standards; too often, they find themselves lagging behind, which results in frustration for them and disappointment for you. It is therefore best for you to be a solo act as often as possible. You will put in long hours to achieve your goals, often at the expense of diet, rest and recreation.

You are driven to be your best, even if you harm yourself in the pursuit of perfection -- and this is true in your personal relationships, as well. When someone complains that you want everything to be perfect, you can answer with simple honesty, "Yes, I do." He or she who understands this is meant for you -- and no one else.

Also born on this date are: Oksana Baiul, Olympic figure skater; Lisa Bonet, actress; Martha Plimpton, actress; Burgess Meredith, actor; Maggie Gyllenhaal, 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, NOVEMBER 17

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can profit in unusual ways, but you mustn't be tempted to hoard this windfall. You'll want to share your good fortune, surely.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- What you do with a friend or loved one proves quite important as you envision the coming days and weeks. The range of options is surprising.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You want to speak freely, but you may encounter an obstacle that prevents you from doing so, at least temporarily.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You've been walking in another's footsteps for quite some time, whether you know it or not. You can choose to break free and go it alone.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- An adventure can be enjoyed, provided you address routine concerns early on. A stranger won't be a stranger much longer.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You're likely to become more concerned about someone's well being when you don't hear from him or her as expected.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- The usual outlets may not be enough for your expanding creativity. A new opportunity comes your way late in the day, however; don't miss it!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may find yourself arguing with a friend over a matter of taste, but there's no winning where personal preferences are concerned.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You can get far by imitating someone you admire, but the time will come when you have to trust your own sense of style.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may have a tough choice to make, but the one who usually helps you at such times is not available. Be careful!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Your misunderstanding of a central issue is likely to send things off in a strange direction, but all should normalize by day's end.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- It may be time for you to consider making a career change or, at the very least, a change within your present career that maximizes options.

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