Your Birthday for December 19, 2015

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 19th, 2015

Born today, you tend to see things in terms of black and white, and you have little use for those who entertain the notion that life comes in shades of gray. You are unequivocal in all things -- to a fault, surely, for there are times when you would do better to acknowledge that not everything is as certain as you insist it is. Fortunately, you rarely feel the need to order others about; you are perfectly content to do things on your own while letting others do what they will in the manner that they choose. While you insist on being allowed to explore and express your autonomy at all times, you never insist that others do things as you would -- or be like you in any way.

You believe that hard work is its own reward, and that if you remain true to yourself, you will surely enjoy much personal contentment -- not to mention the praise and admiration of others! This usually pans out exactly as you have supposed; when it does not, you chalk it up to the mysteries of life.

Also born on this date are: Alyssa Milano, actress; Jake Gyllenhaal, actor; Criss Angel, illusionist; Jennifer Beals, actress; Tyson Beckford, model; Tim Reid, actor; Edith Piaf, singer; Robert Urich, actor; Sir Ralph Richardson, actor; Leonid Brezhnev, Soviet leader.

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, DECEMBER 20

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may actually be the hero that you and others are seeking. All it takes is being in the right place at the right time.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You can't do everything on your own, but it is likewise inappropriate to do certain things with others. You must pick and choose with care.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You can get a lot done before others have even started. This doesn't mean you should knock off early, however!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Your knowledge of a certain topic will propel you into the limelight. You'll have the chance to instruct others in a lucrative fashion.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- If it's a getaway you want, you can have it, but first you must be sure that everything is securely in place at work.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You can do very quickly something that took quite a long time only yesterday. It's more than experience that makes the difference.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may have trouble with someone who is spouting the "official" word about a current situation. You know the whole truth.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You can move quickly through known obstacles, but when you reach one that is entirely new, you'll have to slow down.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You don't have to make all the calls or be at the forefront of all the activity to maximize the returns on your investment.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're trying to turn fantasy into reality, but you're likely to realize that some fantasies are better left unrealized.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You know how things work, and you know how to make them work more efficiently -- but someone close to you is fighting you for some reason.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may be put to some kind of test, but you're ready. Someone close to you expresses concern about a recent misstep.

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Your Birthday for December 18, 2015

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 18th, 2015

Born today, you are not one to take no for an answer, and this keen trait manifests itself in all aspects of your life, from the personal to the professional. Indeed, it is perhaps the one thing for which you will be remembered over all else. You are determined to do things your way, not so much because of how you were raised, but because of the impact that the stars have on you and the circumstances in which you find yourself. The way you are is a clear reflection of your own reactions to what you encounter in the world. Although you may sometimes be incorrect in your assumptions, conclusions and judgments, no one can say you are not true to them in your personal behavior.

Early in life, you will have made a choice that determined which path you would follow: that of creativity and light, or that of destructiveness and darkness. No one is all one or the other, of course, but which becomes dominant in you is the result of that conscious decision.

Also born on this date are: Bridgit Mendler, actress; Brad Pitt, actor; Christina Aguilera, singer; Steven Spielberg, filmmaker; Joseph Stalin, Soviet leader; Katie Holmes, actress; Keith Richards, guitarist; Ray Liotta, actor; Ossie Davis, actor; Betty Grable, actress; Franz Ferdinand, Austrian Archduke; Paul Klee, painter; Leonard Maltin, film critic; Cicely Tyson, 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.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 19

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may not be willing to buy what someone is selling, as you know just a bit more than he or she does about what is really going on.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're eager to give a little bit of what you've been getting, but take care that things don't get out of hand. Remain lighthearted.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You're not able to do it all on your own, so be ready to accept assistance from someone who knows you better than you think he does.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Today is the day to dispense with any sort of expectations and let things come as they will. It's the surest way to avoid disappointment!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may not be working with a schedule that supports your every intention, but you can surely make adjustments that put the odds in your favor.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Are you qualified to do what you have said you will do? It may be that it's all in your head -- and your attitude is just what it should be.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You are concerned about what happened in the past, and how it will affect what you are planning for the future. A key issue can be settled.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21 -- You have a good feeling about what can happen -- but you must accept the fact that some things may not pan out.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Something big is just beginning, and while you may not be completely aware of it, you'll know that momentum is certainly shifting.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may have to travel to get things done. Do what you can to ensure your own safety and the safety of others.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may be seeking a safety valve of some sort, but in fact, the best way to ease tensions and reduce pressure is near at hand.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You know just how to describe how you are feeling and what is going on with you -- though not everyone will be eager to hear, perhaps.

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Your Birthday for December 17, 2015

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 17th, 2015

Born today, you seem to have a clear idea of who you are, where you have been, where you are going and how you will get there -- and all of this without letting the world get the better of you or letting your ego grow out of control. Indeed, though you seem to have a handle on so much, you maintain a down-to-earth attitude about yourself and your place in the world. Even your most remarkable successes don't go to your head; while you are certainly confident, you are never overconfident, and that is the secret to your success. You may sometimes have to present yourself in the best possible light, but you never believe your own propaganda.

You have been blessed not only with talent, but the ability to chart a course for yourself that allows you to develop that talent to the fullest -- and it is no one's fault but your own if you do not do so. You have a great deal of tenacity and staying power, so you'll very likely be around for a long, long time.

Also born on this date are: Milla Jovovich, model and actress; Chase Utley, baseball player; Laurie Holden, actress; Pope Francis, pontiff; Eugene Levy, actor; Chris Matthews, political commentator and journalist; Bill Pullman, actor; Bernard Hill, actor; Giovanni Ribisi, actor; Arthur Fiedler, orchestra 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.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 18

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You know what is in store for you in the coming days, but today may be something of a mystery -- so why not just ride it out as best you can?

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You needn't try to plan for every possible contingency. Some things are best encountered without any anticipation or preparation.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You should be able to do several things at once if you are willing and able to stay agile and not get locked in to one narrow endeavor.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- What you're waiting for is getting closer, but it may not seem so to you right now. Resist the temptation to force things into place.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're looking for bargains, but you may be looking in all the wrong places. Things are not as they were yesterday.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may be sending mixed messages to one who is depending on you for up-to-date information and timely counsel. You must get organized!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may want to take a time-out of sorts in order to review what you have done and assess the viability of future plans.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You're on your way, but take care that you don't let the road get the better of you. Remain in control and proceed at your own pace.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're trying to get something done without attracting attention to yourself, but that may prove quite impossible.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may need to take more chances in order to increase the odds in your favor. A calculated risk can certainly pay off.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Even minor gains can make a big difference as you adjust your game plan every step of the way. Soon you'll see that victory is possible.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may have trouble deciding just who is the best person for a certain job that must be completed on time and under budget.

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