Your Birthday for July 27, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | July 27th, 2016

Born today, you have been endowed with tremendous grace and style, and you know how to use both to your advantage -- even though as a child you likely suffered from inordinate awkwardness! In fact, there is a part of you that may always be that awkward child. As you grow older, you will embrace that side of your character, and it will give you a special kind of confidence that is rare and quite valuable in all aspects of your daily life. You avoid taking yourself so seriously that you are unable to laugh at yourself; you know just how ridiculous you can be at times -- and you love it!

Also born on this date are: Maya Rudolph, actress and comedian; Jonathan Rhys Meyers, actor; Jerry Van Dyke, actor; Betty Thomas, actress; Taylor Schilling, actress; Peggy Fleming, Olympic figure skater; Norman Lear, television producer; Maureen McGovern, singer; Christopher Dean, Olympic figure skater; Johann Bernoulli, physicist; Keenan Wynn, actor; Leo Durocher, baseball manager.

You are always curious about the world around you and the people in it, and you are driven to learn as much as you can about what makes the world turn and other people tick. You value experience above book learning, though you are likely to do quite well in an academic setting. You enjoy being introduced to new things.

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, JULY 28

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may seem unusually melancholy as the day begins, but it's really uncertainty about what is just around the corner.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- An old friend may be treating you in a new and unusual way. You must trust that you will not lose his or her affection.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You do not consider yourself a hopeless romantic, but a hopeful one -- especially after you receive a message from someone in your sights.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You're afraid that things may cool down between you and a loved one if you make plans that may take you out of town. Talk openly about this!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- A chance encounter might send you on a trip down memory lane. Be sure to return to the here-and-now by nightfall!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Someone you haven't seen in quite a while may resurface and begin making demands that you feel are unfair. An old issue is haunting you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You have what it takes to do something that someone else wasn't able to accomplish. Remember, though -- it's not a competition.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may be feeling rather awkward about a confrontation that had you backpedalling to avoid a danger zone. Let bygones be bygones!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may be waiting on someone who doesn't realize he or she is part of a puzzle you are trying to complete. Make your intentions clear!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You have more to lose today than you did yesterday. As the stakes rise, you must be sure that you are ready for whatever comes your way.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Give yourself credit for what you've done! Things have not been easy, and one particular obstacle required you to adjust dramatically.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Keep track of how much time you spend tending to someone else's business. He or she doesn't realize the extent of your commitment.

astrology

Your Birthday for July 26, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | July 26th, 2016

Born today, you have a style all your own, and the ability to mold it, shape it and channel it in ways that enable you to take the fullest possible advantage of a wide array of options, opportunities and chance events. You always have your eyes peeled for that next big thing, and you approach all endeavors with a particular zeal that is hard to define -- and even harder to imitate. Like so many Leo natives, you are strong-willed and able to withstand tremendous hardship as you work toward your goals. What sets you apart, of course, is that certain special "something" that gives you your unique flair -- a twinkle in your eye that one cannot help but notice, even upon meeting you for the first time.

You are not the kind to dedicate yourself to the acquisition of wealth -- you prefer power! What you must acknowledge, however, is that wealth is power at times -- and therefore you are never one to ignore a moneymaking opportunity. When you have it, you wield power gracefully, and you never consider yourself "above" anyone else.

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.

Also born on this date are: Elizabeth Gillies, actress; Sandra Bullock, actress; Mick Jagger, singer; Kate Beckinsale, actress; Kevin Spacey, actor; Helen Mirren, actress; Vivian Vance, actress; Stanley Kubrick, director; Dorothy Hamill, Olympic figure skater; Gracie Allen, actress and comedian; George Bernard Shaw, playwright; Aldous Huxley, author; Jason Robards, actor; Carl Jung, psychiatrist; Olivia Williams, actress.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 27

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can really shake things up with a surprise announcement. You'll want to let things settle before striking out on your own.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're nearing the end of an important personal phase, and you may want to isolate yourself for a time. Try altering your personal style.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may not be keeping up with current shifts in popular thinking. Are you consciously trying to remain aloof?

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You must seek the answers to your most pressing questions in unusual places. Some of what you must do will require courage.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're in no mood to quibble over the little things when you know just how important the key issues are. Get down to business!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You will want to report to teammates on your progress, especially if you find yourself separated from the group. Exploration yields results.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You can find something useful in almost anything -- and the more unusual or random, the more enjoyable it will be.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You have more to do than you think, and you'd better get started as early as you possibly can. Many are depending on you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Despite your many talents, you may temporarily find yourself with little of import to do. Go trolling for ideas!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You will remain connected to what is going on in and around the home throughout this busy day. Remain calm and centered.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You can profit from another's mistake -- but then you'll want to turn around and lend assistance to your benefactor.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You are not quite ready to perform a certain function, but preparations continue. You should be good to go just in time.

astrology

Your Birthday for July 25, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | July 25th, 2016

Born today, you possess something that could very well benefit you and those around you continually throughout your lifetime: an abundance of zeal, enthusiasm and joy. Indeed, you put these traits on display anytime you take on a project, large or small, and you can truly prove to be an inspiration to everyone around you. You firmly believe that fun and hard work are directly proportional; the harder you work at a thing, the more fun you have doing it! You are widely admired by others, and often emulated -- but never imitated, for you are truly one of a kind. Some may apply labels of all sorts to you -- "visionary," "genius," even "eccentric" -- but it is very hard to pigeonhole you accurately. You simply seem to defy description.

When it comes to matters of the heart, you are far less able to keep things running smoothly than you are in other aspects of your life -- but this doesn't really bother you. While you certainly make yourself available to love and romance, should it arise, it never seems to be a primary focus in your daily life.

Also born on this date are: Matt LeBlanc, actor; Walter Payton, football player; Estelle Getty, actress; Iman, model and actress; Walter Brennan, actor; Brad Renfro, actor; Illeana Douglas, actress; Maxfield Parrish, artist; Lauren Faust, animator.

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, JULY 26

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may find yourself in a tricky personal situation that requires a great deal of sensitivity. You may actually be forced to lie, in fact.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You'll be forgiven for a past transgression. Whoever put you in your current position is likely to make things easier for you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Spend quality time with a new friend. Your work habits may clash with those of someone with whom you must learn to collaborate.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You're trying a bit too hard to make things work out to your satisfaction. Try a lighter touch and a more tolerant attitude.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may feel as though you're being asked to do the impossible, but you can do more than you think. It's a matter of pacing yourself.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may find your current environment less conducive to good, concentrated work than usual. You can make a change with relative ease.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You have someone to thank for a new sense of freedom. You'll have a chance to wield your authority in a new way. A friend may surprise you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You can alter your routine and provide yourself with more inspiration and emotional fuel simply by varying your personal rhythm.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- There are many rules to follow, but you'll realize that at least one of them doesn't really apply to you. Productivity soars!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- There's no need to bother anyone else with the day's core concerns -- until you have a possible solution to the overriding problem.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may have to bring an unpleasant truth to the attention of someone who has been making a difficult situation even more difficult.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- There's no way you will be able to maintain your current pace. You must be willing to stop on occasion and recharge your batteries!

Next up: More trusted advice from...