Your Birthday for May 03, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | May 3rd, 2016

Born today, you have much in common with many who imagine a bright and prosperous future laid out before them, but you have one thing going for you that they may not -- the ability to turn your unique vision into reality! To say that you have a Midas touch is perhaps an overstatement, but it is certainly true that in any endeavor you have a greater chance of success than most, and you take advantage of those favorable odds in all matters, both personal and professional. You have been blessed not only with an imaginative and vibrant mind, but also with tremendous talent. Once you identify that talent and begin to develop it fully, the world is certain to be yours. And once you're at the top, you will likely stay there until you decide to hand over your throne to another.

You don't always take the most honorable path; there are times when you may behave in a rather duplicitous fashion -- and there is really no need for this! You can win the day even when playing by the rules, so why go about things the other way and risk blemishing your reputation with questions of honor?

Also born on this date are: Dule Hill, actor; Bing Crosby, actor and singer; Frankie Valli, singer; Pete Seeger, singer-songwriter; Sugar Ray Robinson, boxer; Christina Hendricks, actress; Golda Meir, Israeli leader; Christopher Cross, singer; Doug Henning, magician; Niccolo Machiavelli, political philosopher; Mary Astor, 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.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 4

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You're not in the mood to talk about what needs to be done. Simply do it -- even if it means making errors. It's best to be on your feet.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may want to shake things up a little, doing things in a different order perhaps, or rearranging your work environment.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You can maintain a jovial, positive outlook even while preparing for something that is sure to test your mettle. Confidence is high.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- The kinds of dangers you may encounter are nothing new. You can very likely approach them in a way that is comfortable for you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may be asked to work a little harder than usual, which you are perfectly willing to do since you know what is on the line.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- If your luck holds, you can accomplish something very big without doing much more than you usually do. Begin by holding your course.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You mustn't let anyone catch you in any sort of lie! Stick to the truth, or don't say anything at all.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Your reputation is on the line, and the best thing you can do is take any errors in stride. That should send the right message.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may have to take one or two chances of a kind you don't usually like to take. Those in favor of your actions will have your back.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're interested to see what sorts of actions have the greatest impact on the most people -- but don't just engage in random endeavors.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You must look closely at even the slightest differences between you and someone else, as they're likely to have a major impact very soon.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You are in the midst of finding yourself in some way, but take care that you aren't so experimental that you ignore what must be done.

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Your Birthday for May 02, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | May 2nd, 2016

Born today, you may not have been endowed with all the natural talent in the world, but you make up for any shortcoming in that area with an iron will and the desire to be the best -- no matter what it is you are doing. Indeed, you are willing to put your heart and soul into any endeavor, and you will work long and hard to better yourself and become the best that you can be. If there's a competitive aspect involved, all the better -- for you are determined to rise to the top and claim your prize as the master of your particular field. When in the thick of things, you can be quite fierce and uncompromising; but in your private life, you tend to be rather quiet, stylish, well-mannered and easygoing.

You may, at some point, experience something that challenges your whole way of looking at the world. After that, nothing is likely to be the same. You may, in fact, go so far as to choose another path entirely, either professionally or personally -- or both.

Also born on this date are: Dwayne Johnson, wrestler and actor; David Beckham, soccer player; Engelbert Humperdinck, singer; Christine Baranski, actress; Manfred von Richtofen, pilot; Theodore Bikel, actor; David Suchet, actor; Hedda Hopper, columnist; Larry Gatlin, singer; Benjamin Spock, pediatrician.

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, MAY 3

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You'll score many points with someone who has been watching you for a while. This may be the perfect time for you to make your move.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Getting off on the wrong foot can set you back for the entire day, so be sure that your first two or three moves are right on the money.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- What comes to you by way of a third party can be trusted only to a certain degree, but your own investigation yields reliable information.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You can keep a personal conflict from getting out of control. All it takes is a little humility -- and perfect timing.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Focus on that which brings you pleasure, and start thinking about what can propel you further along your current professional path.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You're eager to see what someone else comes up with when asked to solve the same problem you have been assigned. You learn a few things!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You can satisfy your own requirements and still give someone else exactly what he or she needs. Your abilities may startle some onlookers.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Don't give yourself completely free rein, or your efforts may not result in much. You must control yourself and focus.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- A good friend is eager to pit his or her skills against yours, even though it's obvious that you're at the top of your game.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You must be willing to acknowledge someone else's accomplishments. You're not the only one who's being productive right now!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- The personal injury you fear is far more likely to occur because you're giving it so much mental attention. Protect yourself.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Not just anyone will give you the answers you seek, so you're going to have to go out and uncover them for yourself. Avoid obvious dangers.

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Your Birthday for May 01, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | May 1st, 2016

Born today, you will likely reach a high level of success early in your career -- which may also, in fact, be relatively early in life. This is due, in part, to the fact that you have been endowed with a great many talents. All you have to do is choose the ones that you most want to develop, and you will surely begin your rise to the top almost immediately. What you also have going for you, however, is the kind of personality that fits success like a glove; it invites it and responds well to it. You aren't the type to lose yourself in your success or become a different person, only to wonder, long after, what has become of you. You are destined to be yourself -- always.

You do not feel the need to be in the spotlight at all times, and not everything you do has to be your idea. Indeed, you are perfectly willing and able to put a good idea to use in your life regardless of where it comes from; a good idea is a good idea -- period! You aren't about to ignore one simply because you didn't come up with it!

Also born on this date are: Tim McGraw, singer; Judy Collins, singer; Ray Parker Jr., singer; Glenn Ford, actor; Joanna Lumley, actress; Kate Smith, singer; Rita Coolidge, singer; Dann Florek, actor; John Woo, filmmaker; Jack Paar, television host; Julie Benz, 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.

MONDAY, MAY 2

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You're seeking something that seems elusive, but only because you're looking in the wrong places. It's not hidden from view!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You must make your choices wisely. Give someone what he or she asks for, without any attempt to manipulate the situation.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may actually inspire the competition to quicken the pace, but you have something up your sleeve that can win the day for you.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You risk making an error that is unlikely to be overlooked. You can actually make this work to your advantage, however.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You are able to soothe another's irritations simply by saying the right things at the right times. It comes naturally!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may be surprised to learn that someone has been supporting you wholeheartedly all along, despite all indications to the contrary.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You'll get what you want, but not in the way you may have expected. You'll be eager to return a favor as soon as you have the chance.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You've been incommunicado long enough! It's time to reach out. Be honest about what's been happening in your life.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You aren't seriously considering a certain proposal, but you may want to let others think that you're including it among your options.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're in charge of much, but you may feel as though no one is really giving you the time of day. Your perception is faulty.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You can do more to further your agenda than you have in recent weeks or months. All it takes, perhaps, is a single phone call.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- A problem you are facing may prove much more stubborn than expected, but you have what it takes to solve it once and for all.

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