Your Birthday for October 19, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | October 19th, 2016

Born today, you are not one whom others often think of as "championship" material, but anyone who underestimates you in this way is in for a surprise. You have what it takes to rise to the top of whatever profession you choose, and to shine long and brightly in virtually any endeavor. You have been endowed with remarkable talents, but what is most important is that you combine both superhuman tenacity and a rare kind of creativity. You will never give up, and you can approach any sort of problem from a fresh angle that allows you to prevail where others have fallen flat. You are not boastful, however; despite your likely success, you remain realistic, humble and hard-working. You keep your feet firmly on the ground.

You may have a few secrets that you will strive to keep under wraps no matter what -- not because anyone else would have a problem with you if those things were known, but because you believe that you are made unnecessarily vulnerable if you are too transparent. You therefore reveal only parts of yourself to most others.

Also born on this date are: John Lithgow, actor; Peter Max, artist; Jack Anderson, columnist; Jon Favreau, actor and filmmaker; Robert Reed, actor; Evander Holyfield, boxer; Gillian Jacobs, actress; Trey Parker, animator, writer and producer.

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 20

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- A friend may make an offer that you find very hard to resist, though a loved one may have a completely different attitude.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Once you get a good idea of where you're headed, you can choose the best possible way to get there. Before then, you'll only be guessing.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may be waiting on someone to offer you a golden opportunity, but you'll likely find that you have to make one for yourself.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- What goes around, comes around. You'll want to be ready for the inevitable consequences, as it's your turn to pay the piper.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Someone you know and love may soon be much closer to home, though still not close enough to satisfy you completely. Employ continued patience.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- The view from where you are sitting may not give you all the visual cues you require. Is it you, or is it your environment?

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You're going to have to pick up the pace if you want to clear your docket for a long-anticipated arrival. You must be ready!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may be confused as to the true purpose of a certain endeavor. If you go along for the ride, you'll understand it more clearly.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You'll want to take care of things in a logical order. This will keep confusion at bay and allow you to apply new lessons as you go.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Someone you haven't known for long may make an assumption about you that you're going to have to set straight before the day is out.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- To do the right thing for yourself, you're going to have to do the right thing for someone else first. It's time to lift restrictions.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You want to stop short at imposition, even if you want to participate in something started by someone else. Go through proper channels.

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Your Birthday for October 18, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | October 18th, 2016

Born today, you know how to capitalize on chance events and other unexpected developments better than almost anyone else born under your sign -- or any other, for that matter. You always keep your ear to the ground, alert to the approach of anything that you can use to further your agenda or promote your cause. When the time comes, you are quick to take action, for you have been careful to prepare for any situation you foresee and are ready to act when it arises. You are not one to keep thinking about things until the moment to act has passed; on the contrary, you are far more likely to take premature action than to miss out on the opportunity to act altogether! You can be rather daring in your approach to life, especially when it comes to professional development.

You do not always embrace the majority opinion; indeed, your views may often be considered controversial for being either too old-fashioned or too modern and progressive. You are never enamored with the status quo; you usually want things to be different from the way they are at any given time.

Also born on this date are: Pam Dawber, actress; Melina Mercouri, actress; Jean-Claude Van Damme, actor and martial artist; George C. Scott, actor; Jesse Helms, U.S. senator; Chuck Berry, singer-songwriter and musician; Peter Boyle, actor; Mike Ditka, football coach and sportscaster.

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 19

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You're likely to hear something that has you wondering if you've misjudged those around you, especially some in your inner circle.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You can make vast improvements that will set you up for success in a way you have rarely enjoyed. Things are looking up!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You've been spending a lot of money on something that hasn't been yielding much in the way of returns. It's time to come up with a new approach.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- No matter how hard you listen, you're likely to miss the things you most want to hear unless you put yourself in the middle of the action.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You can put a modern spin on something traditional and win the praise of someone who has been nothing but critical in the past.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may feel that things are taking a turn for the better, but it won't happen by accident. You've got to play a central, active role.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You need help from someone who is intimately acquainted with your particular circumstances. You're going to have to "tell all."

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You'll need to pick others up and try to revive their flagging spirits before you can set them on the right course again.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may have some suggestions that can influence a new project in a positive fashion, but you must make them in the right way.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You must wait for the most up-to-date information before you can set a new idea in motion. A friend is waiting to lend you a hand.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may have to fill the void by stepping in and taking charge where no one else will. You have some ideas that can really take off.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Your current situation requires a certain amount of toughness, but that doesn't mean you cannot be supportive and enthusiastic.

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Your Birthday for October 17, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | October 17th, 2016

Born today, you are a rather speedy individual, not one to ponder issues or decisions for a long time before taking action, and not the kind to regret what has been done, regardless of the consequences. This seeming disregard for the "seriousness" of life isn't really that at all -- in fact, it's quite the opposite: You choose to pass over moments of extreme stress, danger or importance as quickly as possible because you know that you will otherwise get bogged down in the minutiae, trying to get everything "just right." You may seem to throw caution to the wind, but the fact is that you do recognize dangers and threats when they come your way -- you're just not about to be cowed by them! You are a strong and able individual, and you trust your abilities to see you through.

When it comes to love, you will do or say whatever is necessary to win the object of your heart's desire. There are some who might suggest that your words or actions are, at times, inappropriate or even unconscionable, but you firmly believe in the adage: "All is fair in love and war."

Also born on this date are: Margot Kidder, actress; Rita Hayworth, actress; Lawrence Bender, film producer; Jean Arthur, actress; Eminem, rapper; Alan Jackson, singer; Evel Knievel, daredevil; Montgomery Clift, 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 18

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You must work closely with your team in order to get things moving in the right direction once more. Empower those with the most skills.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're likely to get a rise out of people when you share your opinion in an open and honest fashion. You must be ready for a conflict.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may wake to find yourself facing a situation that is more complicated than you thought it would be. You can avoid a serious problem!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Things have gotten to a point where there is more at stake than you can afford to risk. Is it time to cut your losses?

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You can take advantage of a chance encounter. By day's end, you'll be able to pick up the pace, looking forward to a brighter tomorrow.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Reuniting with an old friend can revive your spirits, even though you may be doing nothing together but taking care of routine affairs.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may be asking yourself what you did to get things so out of whack, but in fact someone else is responsible -- and you know who.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You're ready to throw all of your resources into one last effort, but you do have options that you haven't yet recognized.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You are trying to pinpoint a single fault, but you're really dealing with a combination of things that are affecting you adversely.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You are looking for something a little more upscale than what you're used to -- and you know just where to go. Can you afford it?

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Others may be looking to you to solve a long-standing problem, but you may be stuck between two influences that are cramping your style.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You know perfectly well what you have to do to remove yourself from a certain rut, but the first step may be more uncomfortable than expected.

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