Your Birthday for September 12, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | September 12th, 2016

Born today, you know how to make the most of even the mere suggestion of an opportunity, and you are quick to assess your odds and make adjustments to your strategy and tactics even as you are just starting out. You are quite adept at working with others, and you know how to get what you want from those around you by upping the ante and promising them a great deal in return. The trick, of course, is promising only what you can deliver, and packaging it in such a way that it seems to be a much sweeter deal than it might actually be. This is not deception, but "marketing" -- and you may be considered a self-made expert in putting things in the right box and wrapping it up with the perfect ribbon.

Your talents are easily recognizable, and it is likely that you will win the attention and praise of some important people at an early age. Take care, however! You must never let the pace of your professional life exceed your control; you always want to be the one in charge of your destiny!

Also born on this date are: Jennifer Hudson, singer and actress; Yao Ming, basketball player; Andrew Luck, football player; George Jones, singer and musician; Barry White, singer; Jesse Owens, Olympic athlete; Louis C.K., actor and comedian; Paul Walker, actor; Emmy Rossum, actress; Hans Zimmer, composer; Linda Gray, actress; Ian Holm, actor; Rachel Ward, actress; Joe Pantoliano, actor; Maurice Chevalier, actor and singer.

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, SEPTEMBER 13

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Your enthusiastic nature stands as an example for many, but someone important to you may be immune to the energy you are radiating.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You are expecting others to listen to you, but the fact is that you haven't yet adopted a style that can command that kind of attention.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You'll be relying a great deal on your usual support systems, but a new arrival gives you what you need most.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Someone with whom you've only been acquainted for a brief time will do something that proves significant for quite a while.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- A matter of trust comes between you and a friend, but only temporarily. It is, however, a significant issue that must be dealt with.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may be trying to keep a secret, but your attempts at concealing anything are likely to increase personal danger.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may feel hobbled by circumstances, but you're in charge of what happens to you. You can change things almost instantly.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You recently reached out to a friend who once provided you with much advice that you've used well. You're likely to hear back soon.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may have to step up and do something for someone else who is in no position to take the needed action. You'll be remembered for this.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- An obstacle encountered some time ago only now begins to make sense to you. You'll soon use this revelation to propel yourself ahead.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- It's time to protect a friend, but you must first unravel certain circumstances that seem to overcomplicate things.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You can help someone get somewhere that he or she never thought was accessible in any way -- and this can teach you something, as well.

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Your Birthday for September 11, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | September 11th, 2016

Born today, you have a kind of quiet strength that is often unnoticed or overlooked by those who encounter you in daily life. But anyone who knows you well, and knows what you are capable of when the chips are down, knows that you are someone to be reckoned with in every sense. You are quick to spot opportunities and quick to take advantage of them as best you can -- though you must always guard against jumping too precipitously into something you do not know enough about. Some endeavors will require you to garner knowledge and experience before acting. When you find yourself in such situations, you have two choices: You may continue on course and assume the risks that come with doing so, or you can back away quickly and cautiously -- which is no admission of defeat in any way!

Your emotions course beneath the surface quickly and strongly. That current fuels you both personally and professionally, and provides you with the energy and confidence you need to face unusual and difficult situations. The fact that you respond to things on such an intimate level is a very real strength of yours.

Also born on this date are: Ludacris, rapper; Harry Connick Jr., singer and actor; Bear Bryant, coach; Kristy McNichol, actress; Moby, DJ and musician; Tom Landry, football coach; Virginia Madsen, actress; Brian De Palma, filmmaker; Ferdinand Marcos, Philippine leader; D.H. Lawrence, poet and 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.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- There's no reason to interrupt yourself; stick to what you know, and keep your nose to the grindstone! Much still needs to be done.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You've been relying on the status quo for quite some time, but things may be changing very soon, and you must be ready. Consider all options.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may be too concerned with one particular problem when, in fact, it's not a problem at all, as the day's events will demonstrate.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You're likely to be included on a short list of candidates for a certain job or project, but you're not ready to make such a commitment.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Someone close to you makes a suggestion that has you thinking that anything is indeed possible. Things are looking up!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You can make a difficult situation much easier for someone -- even though he or she won't know how to ask for your assistance.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You are confident that the course you are on will take you precisely where you want to go. A loved one expresses certain doubts.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You'll enjoy a reunion of sorts -- and what happens once you get comfortable with each other again can really surprise everyone.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're eager to see yourself in a new position -- or even a whole new job. It's time, therefore, to get your ducks in a row.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may not know it, but the competition is building steam and gathering support for their efforts. It's time to buckle down!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may not know how to address a certain problem that you had no inkling of before today. Take the time to make a careful assessment.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Your feelings are rising to the surface, and soon you'll have to deal with a whole new set of emotions where a certain someone is concerned.

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Your Birthday for September 10, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | September 10th, 2016

Born today, you have your feet firmly planted on the ground, but that doesn't mean you do not have dreams that can take you into the stratosphere when the time comes. Indeed, you are so ambitious that those who know you well have you pegged as one who may accomplish nearly anything in life. Everyone expects you to reach all of your goals, large or small, in time. You may find yourself, more than once or twice in your life, at the center of a great deal of hubbub and excitement -- professionally, no doubt -- but you'll be able to remain calm, cool and unshaken by the attention or tumult because you are so down-to-earth, and you see yourself as quite normal, despite your remarkable talents and accomplishments. You're not the kind to believe your own publicity!

You seek to better yourself in all manner of ways, and you know that you cannot do this through your work alone. Indeed, your personal life is so important to you that you will sacrifice professional advancement if you feel it may threaten what you enjoy at home with family and friends. You will not turn your back on the people in your life!

Also born on this date are: Colin Firth, actor; Arnold Palmer, golfer; Ryan Phillippe, actor; Karl Lagerfeld, designer; Roger Maris, baseball player; Randy Johnson, baseball player; Bill O'Reilly, television personality; Chris Columbus, director; Amy Irving, actress; Philip Baker Hall, actor; Harry Treadaway, 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.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may not realize that someone else is charting a course that is very similar to yours. It may be possible to work together.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- If you take the lead, you should be able to keep it all the way to the finish line. It's all a matter of maneuvering in a tight space!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may not realize that everything leading up to this moment has made you vulnerable in some way. Focus on self-protection.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- The longer you wait to get started on a certain task, the longer it will take you to get up to speed. Morning is best for this kind of work.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may be feeling rather strange about what you have been asked to do, but if you do it efficiently, you can minimize any discomfort.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You'll be working closely with others to make sure that everything remains on the up-and-up. Now is not the time to break the rules.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You can experiment more freely and find a way of doing something that will trump the competition and give you a commanding lead.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You are sought by a friend for some advice. What you have to offer can make the difference between success and failure for him or her.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You'll be called upon to lend your particular expertise to an endeavor -- but take care you don't get sucked in completely!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- What do you think can be done to lift your spirits? It's important that you shed any kind of melancholy as quickly as possible.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You know that what you are doing can surely yield the results you seek, but not everyone is convinced. Let your actions speak for you.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may have trouble fitting everything in -- at least on paper. When you are up and about, you'll see that much more is possible.

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