Your Birthday for May 13, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | May 13th, 2016

Born today, you know how to change the dynamics of a room almost immediately upon entering it. This is not something that you've learned how to do; rather, you just do it as a matter of course, thanks to your character, natural talents, style, charisma and the way you carry yourself. You are simply one of those people who will be noticed, even when you don't want to be! Like it or not, you turn heads and influence people wherever you go. Fight against this, and you may actually make things quite difficult for yourself. Learn to use it to your advantage, and you can open doors and create opportunities for yourself at virtually every turn.

You have a great deal of inner strength, and the current of energy that flows through you at all times is quite tremendous. What this means is that you have the power to make of your life what you will -- or destroy it altogether if you are not careful! Which will it be? It's up to you.

Also born on this date are: Debby Ryan, actress; Stevie Wonder, singer-songwriter and musician; Darius Rucker, singer; Dennis Rodman, basketball player; Ritchie Valens, singer; Stephen Colbert, comedian and television host; Bea Arthur, actress; Joe Louis, boxer; Harvey Keitel, actor; Mary Wells, singer; Zoe Wanamaker, actress; Barry Zito, baseball player; Pope Pius IX; Alan Ball, writer and producer; Sir Arthur Sullivan, composer; Bobby Valentine, baseball coach.

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, MAY 14

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You must do all you can to steer clear of known enemies. It's not likely you will make any new ones, however, which is fortunate.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Practical issues come to the fore. You will be required to follow one or two very strict rules as you navigate a difficult course.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You have to admit that not everything you do will be considered ordinary! This is a good thing, but it can be carried too far.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- What you say can have a greater impact than anything you might try to do. Your powers of persuasion are on the rise.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You cannot stand by and watch anyone be treated in an unfair manner. You will be compelled to step forward and make some changes.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You will be inspired to do more for someone than you have in the past. Indeed, your whole approach is likely to be more effective.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- If it's recognition you're after, you may be disappointed; but the satisfaction of knowing you've done a good job can surely be yours.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Not everyone can be expected to support you in the manner you hope for, but those who do will give you exactly what you need.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- It's essential that you work and play well with others all day long. Fall out of step even once, and the effects may be far-reaching.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- The issues you are most interested in are those that center on honesty and integrity. This goes to the heart of a current endeavor.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You'll want to build a new idea upon practicality and certainty. You cannot afford to build castles in the air.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're likely to find yourself in the spotlight, at least for a key hour or two. Don't let any criticism thwart your efforts.

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Your Birthday for May 12, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | May 12th, 2016

Born today, you are likely to be buffeted by the winds of change and the mere chanciness of life, again and again, until you learn the art of anticipating and acting in concert with the world around you. As a youth, you may simply be too reactive and combative for your own good. As you age, you will discover that there are times when bending just a little will allow you to weather what comes in a much healthier way than if you simply stand your ground and take the brunt of it. You will also, as you put years under your belt and wisdom in your head, learn to read the signs that life puts before you. This will enable you to see what's ahead before it gets to you, allowing you to react in the best possible way.

You know how to work hard and play hard, and sometimes you enjoy yourself most when you are doing both at the same time. Indeed, you often believe that the harder you work, the more fun you will have, and you prove it daily. You know how to commit fully to anything you choose to do.

Also born on this date are: Emilio Estevez, actor; Florence Nightingale, nurse; Jason Biggs, actor; Katharine Hepburn, actress; Yogi Berra, baseball player; George Carlin, comedian; Ving Rhames, actor; Malin Akerman, actress; Burt Bacharach, songwriter; Steve Winwood, singer and musician; Stephen Baldwin, actor; Gabriel Byrne, actor; Bruce Boxleitner, actor; Tom Snyder, television host; Richard Riehle, actor; Edward Lear, poet.

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, MAY 13

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- The busier you are, the more you must trust yourself to do things as they should be done. You won't always be able to think things through.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You can do a great deal of learning, but you must forge ahead with an open mind and avoid seeing things as you once did. It's all new!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You can join forces with someone who has a more complete grasp of all the key issues. You begin building a formidable team.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You're in the mood to do something for others. There are many options open to you, but one in particular seems to beckon.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Your need to be of use to those around you is something you will not be able to resist. Indeed, it is likely to become all-consuming.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You can offer more than you originally planned. You'll seem to know just what is needed and just how to provide it.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may wonder at the complexity of a certain endeavor, but you should be able to handle everything that comes your way.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Your sense of belonging is on the rise. This gives you comfort as you enter a personal phase marked by difficulty.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may feel as though someone has overlooked an important issue recently, but you can do much to compensate effectively.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You know what must be done, but you're not interested in doing it in the same old way. Indeed, your creativity yields many new approaches.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- The more you are able to see and hear, the more you'll be able to accomplish. Being connected is most important at this time.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may not notice it, but you're coming on a little too strong -- at least as far as a certain someone is concerned. Use care.

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Your Birthday for May 11, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | May 11th, 2016

Born today, you are sure to make quite a splash when you first arrive on the scene, for you know how to make the most out of even an unexpected opportunity. You have tremendous natural talents that are sure to be noticed by those who can do things for you, and doors are sure to be opened to you as a result. What you must never forget, however, is that preparation is the key to your ultimate success; you must never rely solely upon your ability, timing or luck. Accept that you need all of these, working in tandem, combined with a willingness to do your homework, to bring you the success you really desire. It's not enough to want it or to think you deserve it; you must earn it.

You may have some ideas about the world that are not entirely in sync with the way most people see things, and this may bring you into conflict now and then. You do not necessarily need to be willing to change your mind, but you must learn that it is perfectly acceptable for others to have conflicting opinions, ideas and attitudes about life.

Also born on this date are: Cam Newton, football player; Salvador Dali, artist; Natasha Richardson, actress; Irving Berlin, songwriter; Louis Farrakhan, religious leader; Martha Graham, choreographer; Foster Brooks, actor; Tim Blake Nelson, actor; Martha Quinn, television personality; Phil Silvers, actor and comedian; Frances Fisher, actress; Laetitia Casta, model.

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, MAY 12

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Preventing others from finding something you wish to keep hidden is only going to distract you from doing what you really should be doing.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're very interested in the outcome of a conflict that is being played out not far from where you are right now. Get info firsthand.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You'll be able to set aside a few key concerns as you realize that the picture that has influenced you is changing of late.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You mustn't stop simply because you've reached a sensible stopping point. It's important for you to get as much done as possible!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Putting your own stamp on what you do comes very naturally, but are you sure that you want to advertise yourself so openly right now?

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Others may be making a game out of something that is of the utmost importance to you. It doesn't take away from what you are going through.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Primary and secondary motivations may conflict, making it impossible for you to move forward as planned. A day off can't hurt.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You're only going to attract criticism if you insist on finding fault with others. Save it for another time.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're far too interested in the what and when, and not enough in the why -- which is what really counts!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You must protect your creativity by doing only what you feel moved to do. You mustn't fall into the trap of doing things out of habit.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Something important could easily pass you by, so you'll want to pay close attention whenever anything is in transit around you.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You must resist the temptation to copy another's style. You are bound to be found out, and it won't serve you well at all.

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