Your Birthday for February 01, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | February 1st, 2016

Born today, you cannot always be counted on to make the soberest, safest or most circumspect decisions. Indeed, there may actually be times when you intentionally choose to do what seems, to others, to be quite dangerous or counterproductive. There appears to be a self-destructive aspect to your nature, but it is doubtful whether it is truly that, or merely that you are so blindly adventurous that you are willing to do anything for a thrill, even things that can cause you harm. You go your merry way with little care for what it can bring you in the long run; you are far more interested in immediate gains and enjoyment -- or at least that is the case when you are young. You're not one to put off until tomorrow what you can have today!

You will go through two or three emotional traumas in your life that you may never truly get over. One, at least, will have to do with love and will leave your heart yearning for "what could have been" for quite some time. This pain, however, can actually serve you well if you channel it into productive endeavors.

Also born on this date are: Lisa Marie Presley, singer; Brandon Lee, actor; Clark Gable, actor; Rick James, singer; Pauly Shore, comedian; Sherman Hemsley, actor; Langston Hughes, writer; Princess Stephanie of Monaco; Don Everly, singer; Garrett Morris, actor and comedian; Boris Yeltsin, former Russian president; John Ford, director; Michael C. Hall, actor; Ronda Rousey, mixed martial artist.

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, FEBRUARY 2

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can attract many supporters into your orbit, but keep your eyes open for anyone who might want to upset the apple cart.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're not exactly playing by the rules, but there's nothing so outwardly suspect that you'll be called in to explain yourself.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Someone who has only recently fallen under your spell may unintentionally make things a little difficult for you -- temporarily.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You'll want to know what is in store for you tomorrow and in the coming days, but you'll have to employ some very careful guesswork.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may want to review a current arrangement to see if you can make changes that will increase the potential benefits for everyone involved.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You'll want to let someone influence you freely, as he or she is doing things in a way that speaks volumes to your inner self.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- It may seem like a very long time since you've reached out to an old friend; today is the day for making contact. It will be welcome!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Someone is trying to affect you in ways that you don't entirely trust. What is happening will take some getting used to.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're trying to escape something that has a tighter hold on you than you had supposed. You may have to accept what you can't change.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- There are many responsibilities that you can take care of with a stroke of the pen, but others require more effort.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may want to make a very early start, but take care that you do all you can to square away those in your care before heading out.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Don't underestimate those who are playing on the other team; they have more than just strength in numbers!

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Your Birthday for January 31, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 31st, 2016

Born today, you are a versatile and highly energetic individual, but you are not likely to find your niche at an early age. Instead, you may well make one for yourself out of whole cloth, and chart a personal and professional course for yourself that no one has followed before. Indeed, you are never content to do just one thing in one way, trusting only one talent or skill to see you through. Rather, you insist on being allowed to explore all manner of creative outlets and to choose two or more that you can dedicate yourself to in the professional world. You refuse to be restricted, limited or held back in any way!

The danger, of course, is that you allow yourself to explore everything that life presents to you, but never become an expert at anything. If this happens, you will surely limit your own effectiveness, and the success you yearn for may be nothing more than an impossible dream.

Also born on this date are: Justin Timberlake, singer and actor; Jackie Robinson, baseball player; Portia de Rossi, actress; Zane Grey, author; Nolan Ryan, baseball player; Vernon Davis, football player; Carol Channing, actress; Minnie Driver, actress; Suzanne Pleshette, actress; Jean Simmons, actress; James Franciscus, actor; Franz Schubert, composer; Mario Lanza, operatic tenor; Eddie Cantor, comedian and songwriter; Kelly Lynch, actress; Anthony LaPaglia, actor; Tallulah Bankhead, actress; Philip Glass, composer; Norman Mailer, author.

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, FEBRUARY 1

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may not feel you have to prove anything, but someone is still likely to check up on you every step of the way.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You have a great deal of flair, but there are some who are still looking for more substance from you. You can deliver!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You shouldn't have to carry anyone through this difficult time; everyone taking the journey with you can handle what comes.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may not succeed at everything you attempt, but even in failure you are sure to learn something that can see you through later on.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're not likely to get very far making the same kind of play that others have come to expect from you. It's time for some innovation!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You can turn in fine performances one-two-three, keeping your rivals on their toes and delighting your home crowd.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You've been counting on a process that is not entirely reliable. You'll want to take the lead and demonstrate what can be done.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You've been trying to figure out how to make the rules work better for you lately -- and you may soon come up with a good idea for everyone.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- The progress you make today can be added to that made yesterday. As a result, you may be able to claim victory earlier than expected.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may not be the one others come to for definitive answers, but when you do offer your two cents, they will surely want to listen!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You mustn't allow yourself to be penalized simply because someone else has misjudged a difficult situation. Stand your ground.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- The margin for error is very slight; do not tempt fate by assuming that a current project is as good as done.

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Your Birthday for January 30, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 30th, 2016

Born today, you try diligently to display to the world the side of your personality that is open, accepting, tolerant, pleasant, sociable and charming -- for you know that is the side of you that can really pave your way, both personally and professionally. What you do not want the world to see, however, is the side of your nature that is far more dark and biting, the side that actually enables you to survive in the most difficult of situations, but which can be, when things are going well, a real disadvantage to you. It is that side that compels you to lash out, to criticize, to be aloof and judgmental, and to think of yourself as better than others.

Fortunately, when you keep these two sides in balance or, even better, allow your more charming self to maintain dominance, you are able to do the impossible -- and others are sure to want you on their team! There is nothing moderate about you -- or about how others think of you. You are either loved or hated -- nothing in between.

Also born on this date are: Phil Collins, singer-songwriter and musician; Christian Bale, actor; Franklin D. Roosevelt, U.S. president; Dick Martin, director and comedian; Dorothy Malone, actress; Gene Hackman, actor; Wilmer Valderrama, actor; Dick Cheney, U.S. vice president; Vanessa Redgrave, actress; Brett Butler, comedian and actress; Boris Spassky, Russian chess champion; Charles Dutton, 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, JANUARY 31

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can bounce back quickly after an unexpected fall from grace. What a certain someone thinks is worth examining further.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Your teammates are going to work harder to see that you are front and center as much as possible. You have much going for you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You can put in a little extra effort, even after many think that you've reached your limit. You have some surprises in store.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A key relationship is going through something of a change, but after you get over the initial surprise, you'll realize it's all for the best.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may want to take time out today to challenge someone else's statement of fact. The truth will come to light eventually, you have no doubt.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You're eager to work with someone on a project that only you could have dreamed up. It's important to begin collaborating immediately.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You have what it takes to get yourself and a loved one across the finish line -- long before anyone else expects you to do so.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may find things heating up, despite your efforts to keep everyone around you calm. Some things can't be stopped.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- It's a good day to network, in person as well as electronically, though the personal touch cannot be matched.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- The more specific you can be, the better -- especially when you are negotiating certain changes to the rulebook.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You will have to take charge if you expect things to continue at their current pace -- and in their current direction.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You can bring a great deal of originality to a project that is considered merely routine by many people. You'll change their minds!

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