Your Birthday for December 11, 2015

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 11th, 2015

Born today, you will lead an active and varied life, for not only do you try to steer your own course, but you are also destined to be driven this way and that by circumstances and forces that are beyond your control. You will no doubt have learned, at a remarkably early age, that it is best to go without a fight wherever those forces lead you, rather than get in your own way by balking at fate and destiny. No matter how you get your start, you're likely to rise rather quickly through the ranks, ultimately assuming a position of some authority. It is this authority that may well define you and your life -- and you must always wield it with great care and sensitivity.

You feel that conflict is best solved through honest talk. You're not one to take up arms quickly, though you certainly will if you feel so compelled. You can, indeed, put up quite a fight when you must, but you are always hopeful that you will not have to. You know you can solve problems with your brain rather than your brawn.

Also born on this date are: Nikki Sixx, musician; Mo'Nique, actress and comedian; Jermaine Jackson, singer; John Kerry, politician; Rita Moreno, actress; Brenda Lee, singer; Mos Def, actor and rapper; Donna Mills, actress; Max Born, physicist; Teri Garr, actress; Fiorello La Guardia, New York City mayor.

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, DECEMBER 12

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can get things done in a manner that suits both the situation and your own preferences -- but don't expect everyone to follow suit.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Pay attention to the unspoken messages that are sent your way. You'll learn more from hints than from outright declarations.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Someone close to you is willing to coach you through a situation that does not come naturally. Accept what is offered!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- One who differs from you in very basic ways is likely to be your best possible partner if you can reach an agreement.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Keep moving forward, despite the reservations you may have about the situation you are currently facing.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Someone may be holding you responsible for something you had little or nothing to do with. You mustn't sit by and let that happen.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- It will soon be your turn to deliver. Others may be counting on you to do more than you have promised.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Your day will progress in two or three distinct stages. You must be ready for what comes -- and you know what is most probable.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You don't have to like someone to work well with him or her. The fact is that cooperation will make success possible for both of you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Things are likely to pan out rather strangely -- or, at the very least, differently from what you have come to expect.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Difficult decisions can bring about the desired results -- if you have the stomach to make them. You're going to want some rest soon.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You know how to improvise, and your native creativity will serve you well even in situations that put you at an initial disadvantage.

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Your Birthday for December 10, 2015

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 10th, 2015

Born today, you are always thinking about things, solving problems and reflecting on the events of the world and how they affect you. You want to bring order to a world that you see as disordered yet quite beautiful at the same time. Perhaps you see beauty in chaos, for you seem to be drawn to situations that are rather chaotic, and the people you choose to have closest to you tend to be those who are the most flawed, and whose lives are in some kind of disarray. Others might suspect that this makes you feel good about yourself -- but that would be rather selfish of you, and there is hardly a selfish bone in your body!

When you apply thought and feeling to your work, you can get almost anything done, though you are most drawn to endeavors that are artistic in nature. In fact, when it comes to being creative, you simply can't help yourself -- and the world is better for it, overall!

Also born on this date are: Emily Dickinson, poet; Bobby Flay, celebrity chef; Michael Clarke Duncan, actor; Susan Dey, actress; Dan Blocker, actor; Kenneth Branagh, actor and filmmaker; Dorothy Lamour, actress; Fionnula Flanagan, actress; Chet Huntley, newscaster; Raven-Symone, actress and singer.

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, DECEMBER 11

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may find yourself running a little behind, but you'll have a chance to catch up when the day reaches its maximum velocity.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're on the verge of a discovery that will have you moving forward at a much faster pace in short order.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You're likely to have one, two or even three good choices to make, but the key is to make them in the right order.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may find that someone is catching up to you, but in an indirect manner in the hopes of going unnoticed. You can surprise him or her!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're not likely to agree with everyone around you, but you can surely get along better by focusing on common needs.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- If it's information you seek, you must go about it the right way -- and begin at the right point. Experience teaches you what is possible.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You're going to have to be patient if you want things to resolve in a suitable manner. Forcing the issue will only complicate things.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You are able to be quite persuasive, though one or two others might prove more resistant to your charms than usual.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You can negotiate yourself into quite an advantageous position before the day is out, but you'll have to compromise on one key issue.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- What you have to say will clear up several matters. Others are willing to concede certain points that you can clearly prove.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may be about to embark on something you call a "great adventure." In truth, much is routine about what is to come.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You will want to join forces with someone whose skills and knowledge complement your own. Several options present themselves.

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Your Birthday for December 09, 2015

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 9th, 2015

Born today, you are a powerful individual with a great deal of interest in all that goes on in life. You are never one to do anything halfway or apply only a portion of your skill and passion to a project that you have taken on -- whether professionally or recreationally. You have keen skills that you are continually working on and developing. You believe in talent, but you also believe that accomplishment does not happen by accident; instead, it is the result of talent combined with effort, commitment and mental focus. You are able to concentrate on what you are doing in a manner that allows you to block almost everything else out.

You are never too far from friends or family, however; they are never far from your thoughts, even when you are working hard. You believe that family and friends -- indeed, all of your central relationships -- are the source of your strength and, to a large degree, your life force and passion.

Also born on this date are: Simon Helberg, actor; McKayla Maroney, Olympic gymnast; Tre Cool, drummer; Dame Judi Dench, actress; Kirk Douglas, actor; Donny Osmond, entertainer; Redd Foxx, comedian; Margaret Hamilton, actress; John Malkovich, actor; Beau Bridges, actor; John Milton, poet; Deacon Jones, football player; Dalton Trumbo, writer.

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, DECEMBER 10

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You will have a chance to prove just how much worth you bring to a certain endeavor. Others will express their gratitude.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Something you witness gives you reason to check in on those under your care. Safety becomes a key issue for a while.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- It's important for you to be playing your "A-game" at all times. There is little opportunity for you to let down your guard.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You might fall victim to a "double whammy." Don't waste time wondering why this happened; instead, work immediately to erase the damage.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're confident that your actions will be recognized not only for their excellence, but also for their unusual creativity.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Accuracy is a key issue. You'll want to be sure that you have homed in on your target and that you are able to avoid distractions.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may have to keep more than one issue in your mind at once throughout the day. Eventually, these converge in a positive way.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may have to abandon a current effort, at least temporarily, because someone else is encroaching on your territory.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- It's natural to be nervous about what lies ahead, but you mustn't let anxiety keep you from doing your best.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're likely to encounter some stiff competition from an unlikely source. What happens as a result gives you a bit of a buzz!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You needn't fall back on something that is merely routine; you can move forward and implement a plan that is new and exciting.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may believe that you've only been flirting with someone, but in fact, there is much more going on beneath the surface.

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