Your Birthday for October 13, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | October 13th, 2016

Born today, you are always more than willing to let others enjoy their own successes. You know that when you are finally given a chance, you will shine far brighter and far longer than any rival. Like so many other Libra natives, you are far more concerned with your own development than with any competitive status. You want to be the best you can be, and while you also want to be recognized for that, you don't have to achieve it at anyone else's expense. Indeed, you are so original in your approach to life and work that you may well travel in a pack of one, recognized for being unique and inimitable. Your aproach may be quite controversial at times, but this can be said of anyone who doesn't fit any particular mold.

You like to travel the world and may well see much of it in your lifetime, but it's always a pleasure to come back home again. You derive a great deal of comfort and inner strength from knowing that, regardless of anything else that may be happening in your life, "home" is a constant to which you can return at any time.

Also born on this date are: Sacha Baron Cohen, actor and comedian; Nancy Kerrigan, Olympic figure skater; Kelly Preston, actress; Jerry Rice, football player; Marie Osmond, singer and television personality; Chris Carter, TV and film producer; Paul Simon, singer-songwriter; Kate Walsh, actress; Lenny Bruce, comedian; Margaret Thatcher, British prime minister; Yves Montand, actor; Cornel Wilde, actor; L.L. Bean, entrepreneur.

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, OCTOBER 14

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may want to spend time in a certain way that is proving to be almost impossible. You're going to have to make do for now.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may actually come face to face with your nemesis, and you're likely to discover that you actually have a great deal in common.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You are not anxious about something that you know is inevitable, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't prepare for it throughout the day.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You're going to have to make sure your enthusiasm doesn't get the better of you as you wait patiently for your big chance.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may find yourself engaged in a one-on-one battle with someone who has claimed to be better than you. Now you have something to prove!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You can demonstrate your expertise in an unusual area of endeavor. Those around you aren't really prepared for what you can do!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You are scrambling to determine how you can pull off something that others think is impossible, and you may just come up with a plan!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Those who take care of you may need some care themselves, and you can do more than you've been doing. Make a change that makes a difference.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You'll need to protect yourself from environmental influences that threaten to steer you away from your chosen path.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You know what you like, and you know just where to get it -- so why wait? You can afford to splurge and make an occasion really special.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You're trying to do something the old-fashioned way when, in fact, a new way is favored by current circumstances. You must modernize!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Your activity will be monitored and assessed by those who are eager to discover your secret. The truth is, you're just a hard worker!

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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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