Your Birthday for June 25, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | June 25th, 2016

Born today, you are not always what you seem to be -- to yourself or to others -- and there may be times when you and those around you may be somewhat baffled by your words and actions as a result. The idea of "image" is very important to you, and you are always working on ways to improve yours, to broaden its reach and to deepen its overall impact on your life and the lives of those you touch. You cannot abide anything that is just average; when you feel that your life has become too plain, you are certain to take drastic measures to change it, shake things up and come out the other side as anything but average! This means that you may now and then challenge accepted norms and do things that are quite controversial -- but so be it.

You have a keen sense of justice and a rather wicked sense of humor, and these two do not always fit together perfectly, at least in the eyes of others, who tend to be a bit more judgmental than you would like them to be. You are a keen advocate of equality in all things, for all people.

Also born on this date are: George Michael, singer; Carly Simon, singer; Jimmie Walker, actor; Ricky Gervais, comedian; June Lockhart, actress; George Orwell, author; Sonia Sotomayor, U.S. Supreme Court justice; Anthony Bourdain, celebrity chef; Sidney Lumet, filmmaker; Linda Cardellini, 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.

SUNDAY, JUNE 26

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You know what you're supposed to do, and you know that you can do it well, but getting started may prove more difficult than usual.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- The view from where you are may not afford you many possibilities -- or so it will seem until you alter your perspective.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You are in a position of power, but you may not know how to wield that power in the best possible way. Look to a role model.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You can share a surprising moment with someone who has been orbiting on the periphery of your life recently. It's time to get closer!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Putting your best foot forward may not be easy, but you can surely impress those around you by doing something they will not.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- This is a good day to let your hair down, loosen all restraints and do what comes naturally. The harder you work, the more fun you'll have.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- No one is likely to stand in your way, so the field before you is wide open. Get going, and you can surely score a goal by day's end.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You're used to putting things in the best possible terms, but that may prove difficult if someone else's attitude is quite dark.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- A visitor, expected or not, has a surprise in store for you. Don't say no too quickly! This could soon develop into something important.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- What you're waiting for may not arrive on schedule, so you must be ready to fill the time by doing some essential, routine things.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Your eyes will be opened to new possibilities. What you hear secondhand doesn't compare to the actual experience, however.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You can enjoy some lighter times with someone who usually challenges you to think things through on a much deeper level.

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Your Birthday for June 24, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | June 24th, 2016

Born today, you enjoy the unexpected -- both when it comes to you, and when you can bring it to others. You believe that the unexpected is the result of wheels turning, gears meshing and stars aligning in a certain way to benefit you and those around you. You never consider anything unplanned to be a negative in your life; you embrace surprises of all kinds and turn them to your favor more often than not. You are strong-willed and hardworking, but you will also take full advantage of any bit of luck that comes your way. You understand and appreciate that no one can do anything entirely alone -- that success depends upon the confluence of skill, determination, opportunity and sheer dumb luck -- and you place greater stock in this last element than most.

You may be tempted at times to chuck it all and head off in an entirely new direction in order to discover even more about life and perhaps stake your claim to something new that is uniquely your own. What you don't know, however, is that it may not take such drastic action to do those things!

Also born on this date are: Mick Fleetwood, musician; Jeff Beck, musician; Roy Disney, entrepreneur; Jack Dempsey, boxer; Peter Weller, actor; Sherry Stringfield, actress; Ambrose Bierce, writer; Nancy Allen, actress; Al Molinaro, actor; Mindy Kaling, actress; Minka Kelly, actress; Mercedes Lackey, 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.

SATURDAY, JUNE 25

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You'll be recognized for your efforts, but you may not receive the tangible rewards you had anticipated. They're likely to come later.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may engage in some friendly sparring with someone who considers him- or herself your equal. The idea will soon be dispelled.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You mustn't take more than you give. Work for equality and parity in all things. Anticipation yields an important discovery.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may not be able to avoid giving someone a piece of your mind. You can certainly do so in a supportive fashion, however.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may have to insist that others give you the respect that you've earned. Much depends on how others see you -- and treat you.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Your natural generosity serves you well -- and others, too. Anything you give will come back to you in ways you may not have imagined.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You should be able to alternate work with play. Each informs the other, enabling you to do and be your best all day long.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Those in charge are looking to you to raise the bar. Do they know something you don't? Perhaps you've hit your stride, after all!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may be surprised at the amount of feeling that springs from you in response to what someone else has done in your name.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Your method of working is far more immersive than what others may be used to. You must be patient as they strive to come up to your level.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You're not expecting miracles, perhaps, but you are expecting new things to happen in ways that can eventually become the norm.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may be in danger of confusing what is with what merely seems. Appearances can, indeed, be deceiving.

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Your Birthday for June 23, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | June 23rd, 2016

Born today, you always seem to be on top of the world -- and that is part of your charm, and also a secret to your success in nearly all things. The truth is that whether you are really on top or not, whether you are really enjoying a success or not, whether you are really where you want to be, living the life you want to live or not, you always act as though you are, as though everything is just as you would want it. This gives you tremendous confidence and just the right kind of swagger that impresses others and often opens doors for you. You have a knack for visualization; if you can visualize it, you can surely make it happen -- sooner or later.

You can be quite emotional. When your passions are aroused, you are sure to express yourself fully and openly -- regardless of any potential harm that may come to you or others as a result. When you are truly angered, you can be quite dangerous, in fact -- but real anger is something that overcomes you only rarely.

Also born on this date are: Randy Jackson, producer and television personality; Jason Mraz, singer-songwriter; Selma Blair, actress; June Carter Cash, singer; Wilma Rudolph, Olympic runner; Frances McDormand, actress; Bob Fosse, director and choreographer; Clarence Thomas, U.S. Supreme Court justice; Bryan Brown, 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.

FRIDAY, JUNE 24

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may have the opportunity to travel very soon, so you'll surely want to square things away at home. It's best to start now.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- What seems like a good idea at first may turn into something else entirely. Fortunately, this occurs before you set anything in motion!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Your memory may take you down a path you've been trying to avoid for some time. Perhaps this is the moment to admit a past mistake.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may have the time to pick and choose, but it won't last all day. You're going to have to get down to business and decide!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may not be able to keep a promise made only yesterday, but everyone is likely to understand that odd circumstances stand in your way.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You face a few obstacles, but they can be overcome merely through your native tenacity and the force of your vivid personality.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Things have been waxing and waning recently, but you may be able to enjoy a more steady, consistent energy for a while to come.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) – Faulty information keeps you from progressing as fast as you would like; when you track down the source of the error, it will surprise you. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Your methods may be appreciated, but your motives aren't likely to be met with universal approval. You've got some persuading to do.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- When it comes to explaining yourself, stick to the most basic, simple version of the truth. Don't stray from it!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You're not likely to get all the rest you really need, but the good news is that you will get much more done than expected.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Solitary efforts are likely to pay off more handsomely than anything you do with a partner -- even one who is familiar and trusted.

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