Your Birthday for October 12, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | October 12th, 2016

Born today, you are an energetic, motivated, highly competitive individual, yet the one person with whom you are likely to compete most often throughout your life is yourself! Indeed, you are not so much caught up in a race to be better than others as you want to improve yourself, better your personal performance and increase your rewards by being all that you can be. It is likely that you will attract a good deal of attention when you are just starting out, for no matter what career you choose, you are sure to demonstrate remarkable raw talent. It will only take time and experience to ripen that talent into something that enables you to score big whenever you put it to the test. Just remember -- you are your own worst critic!

You may sometimes find yourself wondering why you pursue the goals you do, but this needn't be any reason to doubt yourself. On the contrary, it is a perfect opportunity to strengthen your resolve. The better you understand your motives, the better your work will be as you apply yourself to any tasks you undertake.

Also born on this date are: Hugh Jackman, actor; Kirk Cameron, actor; Luciano Pavarotti, operatic tenor; Bode Miller, Olympic skier; Aleister Crowley, occultist; Susan Anton, actress; Ralph Vaughan Williams, composer; Josh Hutcherson, actor; Chris Botti, musician.

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, OCTOBER 13

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may actually be able to do the impossible before the day is out -- but only because someone special is watching you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Focus on what is going on in and around the home, and you'll come to understand what you've been neglecting. It's not too late!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You don't want to do things the way others do them simply because that's the way they're done. Defy expectations and change the rules.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may not be as connected as you would like to be, but -- as a friend is likely to point out -- it's entirely your own fault.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You mustn't leave the most important tasks until the end, as you may be unable to reserve enough energy to perform those tasks well.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Something you thought was a no-brainer is likely to be anything but. You'll learn once more that the "sure thing" is just a myth.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may find yourself in the middle of something you can't completely understand, but it's up to you to defuse the situation by nightfall!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- The span between yes and no may actually be smaller than you think. The minutest adjustment can make all the difference.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may be focusing on business matters when a loved one is imploring you to look instead at matters of the heart.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You've let something get out of control lately, and this may be your only chance to rein it in safely. Others are depending on you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You can enjoy the fruits of your labor only after you've made sure that those under your care are safe and sound. Be responsible!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You'll want to be ready to swing into action when the opportunity arises, so much of the day will be spent preparing for any eventuality.

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Your Birthday for October 11, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | October 11th, 2016

Born today, you can often be found at the center of the action, wherever you may roam in this big old world. It is also likely that you will not only be present when important things transpire, but that you will also be a driving force for change throughout your lifetime, urging others to achieve more and better themselves at every turn. What is most remarkable, however, is that even as you are comfortable at the front of the line, leading others where you think they ought to go, you are also perfectly able to play a supporting role, doing what needs to be done in order to further someone else's agenda. It matters not whether you are center stage or backstage -- the fact is that you will always play an important role!

Your ability to do things in a new way will surely work well for you, but there are times when this may make your home life rather difficult, as you may spend less time attending to your domestic responsibilities than others feel you should.

Also born on this date are: Luke Perry, actor; Eleanor Roosevelt, U.S. first lady; Steve Young, football player; Daryl Hall, singer; Jane Krakowski, actress; Dottie West, singer; Jerome Robbins, choreographer; Elmore Leonard, author; Stephen Moyer, actor; Matt Bomer, actor; Michelle Trachtenberg, actress; Michelle Wie, golfer.

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, OCTOBER 12

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You have much to offer, and others will surely be willing to let you have your shot when you present yourself and your ideas.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may have to stand up for someone who cannot be there to defend him- or herself against an unjust accusation.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You're very near to what you seek, but finally laying hands on it will depend on timing, luck and your willingness to trust in fate.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may not feel comfortable with a friend's proposal, but it will only require a few adjustments before it suits you perfectly.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're in no mood to quibble over the little things when there is, in your mind, a larger issue that requires everyone's attention.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may feel as though you've been left out for long enough. You'll get a chance to reinsert yourself into an important endeavor.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You're after something akin to peace and quiet, but you know you can't have everything you want! Strive for a clever compromise.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may feel that a situation is in a downward spiral, but in fact things are about to begin climbing skyward any minute now.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Your name may be put forward very soon as others search for the right person to head up a new project. You're ready to lead!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You'll receive a piece of news that has you scrambling to make connections to other recent events. Some things are not just coincidental.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You want to join the fun, but first you'll have to wait until you are invited and have completed a certain assigned task.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may be surprised to learn that someone you have thought of as a critic has been an outspoken supporter of yours all along.

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Your Birthday for October 10, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | October 10th, 2016

Born today, you are a highly intelligent individual with a great deal of natural charm and charisma, and the ability to look deep within the souls of others to determine their true motives in all things. You are not guaranteed to be correct in your assessment of those around you, however; you must realize that your instinct and ability to assess the hearts of others can only truly be of use if you combine it with observation of behavior. If you do that, you're always sure to learn something valuable! You are a highly reactive individual; you make decisions based largely upon what others do and why they do it -- especially when those things are done to you. There is a risk that you may become habitually defensive because of this, but with discipline you can surely keep this from happening.

You seem to attract attention wherever you go, so it is not likely that you will ever be able to fly below the radar for long. You must get used to being not only the focus of people's attention, but also the subject of their conversation. You'll find that you are a hot topic on the rumor mill more often than you might like!

Also born on this date are: Mario Lopez, actor and television host; Brett Favre, football player; Dale Earnhardt Jr., auto racer; David Lee Roth, singer; Ben Vereen, actor, singer and dancer; Troy Tulowitzki, baseball player; Thelonious Monk, musician; Tanya Tucker, singer; Helen Hayes, actress; Bradley Whitford, actor; Ed Wood, filmmaker; Chris Penn, actor; Guiseppe Verdi, composer; Peter Coyote, actor; Charles Dance, 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.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- A little stubbornness may actually do you a world of good -- especially when you are standing on the threshold of something hazardous.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may not understand someone else with perfect clarity, but grasping at least the basics may be enough.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may find that the truth has been staring you in the face for quite some time. Why is it that you are only just now becoming aware of it?

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- It's a good time to go back to something familiar and trusted. There are times when something "new and improved" is actually neither!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may find yourself in a position of some authority, but take care to avoid making decisions simply because you can. Reasons count!

VIRGO (Aug 23-Sept. 22) -- You will want to pay attention to even the smallest of details, lest you miss something entirely that could matter a great deal.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may not have things in the right order, but even with a little chaos, you can get things done in a way that impresses others.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You mustn't overdo it. Respect your limits, and be sure that others respect them as well. You can keep exhaustion at bay.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You must practice what you preach -- especially when it comes to doing right by others. You don't want to break your own good rules!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Even a small amount of certain things can be too much. You must know when to say you've had enough of something you enjoy!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Denying yourself is only likely to lead to bad moods all around. Give yourself what you can -- and give to others, too!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Others are likely to look to you as an example, so you'll want to be sure that you are living up to your own high standards.

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