Your Birthday for August 24, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | August 24th, 2016

Born today, you are an explorer by nature, and you will insist on being free to go here and there in pursuit of knowledge and discovery, regardless of what your routine daily life may have in store for you at any given moment. You will cut ties in order to assert your independence and autonomy, and others must be resigned to that if they wish to be part of your circle -- or they may soon find themselves out of your life for good. You are not one to insist that anyone else live according to your rules and precepts; you encourage others to live as freely and as unencumbered as you do. You have a knack for sensing when something might threaten to pin you down, so you are usually able to avoid any sort of limiting force before it becomes a real issue to you.

You may seem to some to be rather reserved when it comes to love -- and some may even think that it is impossible for you to be in love at all. This is nonsense, of course, for you are far more able than others to express yourself in ways that are memorable -- but only to the true object of your affection! You save such outpourings for private moments, where you can be uninhibited and free with any kind of romantic expression.

Also born on this date are: Rupert Grint, actor; Dave Chappelle, comedian; Stephen Fry, actor and comedian; Cal Ripken Jr., baseball player; Yasser Arafat, Palestinian leader; Steve Guttenberg, actor; Marlee Matlin, 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.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 25

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can share more than a laugh with someone who has been by your side for quite a while. Something new has a very good chance of lasting.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're in charge of more than you know. Think things through carefully, and don't make the mistake of believing you're invulnerable.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You can do much to help a friend, but remember that there will be moments that require you to step back and let things just happen.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may have to be unusually limber and flexible throughout this complicated day. A certain change of direction is quite meaningful.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Your expectations are shaken by events that seem to come out of nowhere, but you can recover quickly. A former love surprises you.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Your vision is understood by someone who can really help you get things started when the time comes. You can share more than just a dream.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You're uniquely qualified to deal with the things that are coming to the surface, whether you feel truly ready or not.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may not be able to listen to everyone who wants to speak with you, but certain warnings will come through loud and clear.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You are headed in a direction that may surprise those who know you best, but recent changes mean that this new phase makes sense!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You feel confident that your plans, once set in motion, will lead directly to the threshold of a new kind of success. Get started!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You're not invisible, certainly, but there are some who may not pay attention to what you are doing for reasons that are entirely their own.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- A loved one is waiting for you to break through a perceived personal barrier and express yourself more honestly and openly.

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Your Birthday for August 23, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | August 23rd, 2016

Born today, you can be somewhat erratic and mercurial, but this is probably due in large part to the fact that your attention and interest are so easily drawn in different directions without warning. You are curious about the world in which you live and the people in it, and you will do whatever you must to learn as much as possible about them both. You can be quite sociable, yet you prefer to do your learning on your own -- exploring freely, without any ties to keep you from going here and there, studying this and that. You want to follow your gut when it comes to things that interest you -- this, of course, is why it is so hard for many people to pin you down. You know how to combine thought and action with ease -- and a great deal of style, to boot!

You have few genuine fears, but when you do find yourself facing something that frightens you, it can be quite traumatic, indeed! This is why it is always best for you to steer clear of any situation that might bring you in contact with something you find scary. You trust those closest to you to have your back in this regard, and they know that protecting you is an important duty to fulfill.

Also born on this date are: Kobe Bryant, basketball player; River Phoenix, actor; Gene Kelly, actor, dancer and director; Scott Caan, actor; Barbara Eden, actress; Rick Springfield, singer and actor; Keith Moon, musician; Shelley Long, actress; Oliver Hazard Perry, military leader; Jay Mohr, actor; Vera Miles, actress; Willy Russell, playwright.

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, AUGUST 24

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Someone close to you may be expecting something that you simply cannot give -- and might not anyway, even if you could.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may find yourself traveling down a road that presents one hazard after another. You're well prepared, fortunately.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You'll be surprised by something that arises at the last minute. A friend comes to the rescue, but he or she can't do it all.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Increased intimacy with someone you've known for a while is likely to bring to the surface some issues that have long been hidden away.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You can profit from another's mistake. Before long, however, you'll have every reason to work together toward a common goal.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Giving another what he or she wants may seem like a good idea, but in truth you may be setting him or her back. Perhaps you should reconsider.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Getting an early start doesn't necessarily mean that you will be able to knock off early. You're in it for the long haul.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may not be able to keep up with the most rapid developments, but it's more important to maintain your own pace anyway.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may be expecting someone to do something that is beyond the scope of their current tasks and assignments. Reassess your real needs.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may have to put your plans on hold as you tend to someone who is in need of something only you can provide.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may sense that things are calming down and becoming more normal. You can expect one more bump in the road, however.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- In an attempt to gain a little more control over your circumstances, you may be tempted to make an unwise decision. Think twice!

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Your Birthday for August 22, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | August 22nd, 2016

Born today, you are something very special indeed, but at the same time, you would be the last to suggest that you should be granted any special treatment. You keep your feet on the ground and your eyes on the prize, and you never consider yourself more entitled or better than anyone else. You let your deeds speak for you, and rarely recount your accomplishments to anyone -- even though they are often considerable and quite memorable. You love to learn, and you love to travel -- and the two go hand in hand, of course! You soak up other places and cultures as a sponge soaks up water, and you retain what you learn forever. Indeed, you are not the kind to forget anything that you suspect may be important in any way.

When it comes to love, you are open to almost anything -- except cheating! Once you have pledged yourself and your heart to another, you will remain true to that pledge come what may. You know that you will encounter difficulty at times, but you also know how to steel yourself against anything that comes your way -- so you are perfectly equipped to keep your promises in love.

Also born on this date are: Kristen Wiig, actress and writer; Tori Amos, singer; Giada De Laurentiis, celebrity chef; Valerie Harper, actress; Cindy Williams, actress; Claude Debussy, composer; Ray Bradbury, author; John Lee Hooker, guitarist; Dorothy Parker, author; Deng Xiaoping, Chinese leader; Carl Yastrzemski, baseball player; Bill Parcells, football coach; Honor Blackman, 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.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 23

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Give yourself a chance to catch up to someone who is far ahead of you. You can do it -- and when you do, the rivalry may really heat up!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You must ask yourself what you really want from the experiences you are having these days. Right now, a little more specificity could be useful.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You will be granting someone a great deal by merely saying yes to what seems like a simple request. There's more going on, surely.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You are able to translate feeling into word and deed with great facility -- and a loved one is sure to appreciate every bit of the effort.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- What someone tries to do behind your back can only make you stronger when you discover it. Don't be tempted to retaliate, however!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may have psyched yourself out of the desire for something that could be very good for you. Why not reconsider -- before it's too late?

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- A question of personal taste may come between you and a friend or loved one for a time -- but you mustn't let it get out of hand!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You're in the mood for a reunion with those who you know can inspire you and help you increase your productivity.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Someone from your past is likely to resurface soon and have you wondering if you've made the right decisions lately.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may find yourself yearning for something or someone you know will not be yours for quite some time. This can give you strength.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- What you say and how you say it can have a big impact on those who hear you. There is something going on that is not at all routine.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Do you know where you should be by day's end? Your journey will take you through some territory that is unfamiliar and some that isn't.

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