Your Birthday for December 12, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 12th, 2016

Born today, you are something of a schemer, but this should not be considered a liability in any sense, by you or anyone else. All it means is that you are always working on some plan or other that will serve you in your professional endeavors, personal life or domestic affairs. You have a knack for seeing into the hearts and minds of those around you. Not only does this enable you to anticipate what might happen, but it also lets you plan for all manner of contingencies that others may not be able to forecast. It is this ability that you must always use for good; if you let yourself go into the darker places and use it toward any Machiavellian purpose, you will only make lasting trouble for yourself and others. Try to further the common good at all times!

You have a way of going about your business that seems easy and carefree, but the fact is that you work very hard to achieve this appearance of effortlessness. You don't let others see you sweat, but you surely do put yourself through your paces when you are striving to be the best that you can be.

Also born on this date are: Frank Sinatra, singer and actor; Bob Barker, game show host; Jennifer Connelly, actress; Regina Hall, actress; Bill Nighy, actor; Connie Francis, singer; Cathy Rigby, gymnast; Edvard Munch, painter; Ed Koch, New York City mayor; Edward G. Robinson, actor; Mayim Bialik, actress; Dionne Warwick, 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, DECEMBER 13

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Practice isn't likely to make perfect right away, but it will surely give you the confidence to keep working toward a certain key goal.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You can feel a funk coming on, so you'll want to begin fighting it as soon as possible. This may take a heavy toll for some time.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may have trouble explaining yourself to someone who is clearly on your side. You don't have to be crystal clear -- just honest.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- The halfway point may seem like an important landmark, but in fact it is misleading: You have far more left to do than you realize.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Surrender the right of way to one who is acting carelessly, and you'll avoid a collision that could cost you a lot of time, money and worry.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You can see that someone is reaching out to lend a hand, but you may not be ready for what is specifically being offered.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may have to risk intruding on another in order to join forces with someone who can really bolster your game at a critical juncture.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You can capitalize on someone's minor error, but don't gloat! Indeed, your best course is to encourage and instruct.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Making up your mind may not be the easiest thing to do, but you recognize that it must be done. A loved one is waiting on you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may have trouble separating certain central issues so that you can tackle them one at a time. A calm approach is the key.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may be trying to do something difficult that no one before you has ever attempted, but your creativity increases the odds.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may find yourself waiting for someone to deliver certain information or materials so you can get started on an important project.

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Your Birthday for December 11, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 11th, 2016

Born today, you are a powerful individual who can influence others with ease, and this is something that you must harness with great care in order for it to become a strength rather than a liability! Use your influence well, and everyone will benefit; squander it or use it for naught, and the trouble you create or encounter will no doubt be far-reaching and quite lasting. You must always keep the greater good squarely in mind as you progress through life. Do this, and you will be met with the success you want -- and it will go a long way toward propelling others toward success as well. The formula is simple: Your success equals the success of those around you in many ways, and this is something that you will want to work toward throughout your life.

You know how to put two and two together, and ultimately the sum total will be greater than anything you may have intended -- provided your heart remains true and your resolve sound. You may well believe that you can do anything at all, and why not? Even if you can't quite accomplish a goal, it's certainly worth trying!

Also born on this date are: Nikki Sixx, musician songwriter; Mo'Nique, actress and comedian; Jermaine Jackson, singer; John Kerry, politician; Rita Moreno, actress; Brenda Lee, singer; Mos Def, rapper; Donna Mills, actress; Max Born, physicist; Teri Garr, actress; Fiorello La Guardia, New York City mayor; Rider Strong, 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.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 12

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Are you qualified to do the thing that you have said you will do? Others may object, but you are at least as capable as anyone else.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're ready to get the answers to certain questions you've been asking for quite some time -- even though they may rub you the wrong way.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Take care that a disagreement isn't allowed to develop into an argument or, worse, a rift that is difficult to heal.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Events of the day are likely to illuminate your character and that of someone who has been a supporter of yours in the past.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're eager to put behind you an episode that you have milked for every possible lesson. The time has come to move forward once again.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Your opinions may not be popular, but you express them in a rational and careful manner -- and that alone will draw praise.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- A trip down memory lane reminds you that you are -- and have been for quite some time -- on the exact right track. Keep going!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You have one more chance to achieve something that has remained out of your grasp for too long. This may be your one real shot!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're not likely to win any friends by expressing your opinions openly, but you may not be able to decline the invitation to do so.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're likely to hear from someone who wants you to change your ways, but are you really bound to do as he or she desires?

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may be reminded of something you recently said that does indeed put a different spin on your current intentions.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- What appears faulty or even false is likely to be so, but what are you going to do about it? Your actions inspire others.

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Your Birthday for December 10, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 10th, 2016

Born today, you are one of the most thoughtful individuals born under your sign, but you sometimes run the risk of living too much in your head and hiding away from the outside world. Mixing and mingling may take effort, but it is essential to your complete happiness and contentment. You are not meant to be alone, though it is all too easy for you to remain alone if you don't make a solid effort to get out and about among the people of the world. Once you do take those important steps toward socialization, you will find that you can get along with almost anyone -- even though you can be somewhat competitive. You can make a game out of nearly anything, and in this way you can make even the hardest work quite fun for everyone.

Rather analytical, you can wrap your mind around almost any problem, from the philosophical to the mathematical, from the ethical to the practical. Indeed, others are likely to look to you for the kind of guidance they can get nowhere else. Your perspective is broad, and your method of expressing yourself is clear and concise.

Also born on this date are: Emily Dickinson, poet; Bobby Flay, celebrity chef; Michael Clarke Duncan, actor; Susan Dey, actress; Dan Blocker, actor; Kenneth Branagh, actor and director; Dorothy Lamour, actress; Fionnula Flanagan, actress; Chet Huntley, newscaster; Patrick Flueger, actor; Raven-Symone, actress; Nia Peeples, actress and singer; Una Merkel, 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.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You're likely to be the recipient of some good news. A friend is willing to back you up in a way that is new and exciting.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're not willing to put down your tools and take up someone else's -- unless you know that your efforts will develop into something bigger.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may not understand all the messages that are coming your way. See if you can focus only on the ones sent directly to you.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A high percentage of your intended audience has already made up its mind, but you have much to say that could exert a very subtle influence.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- What do others have that you so desperately want? The fact is that you are lacking nothing that you truly need at this time.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- The more you do early in the day, the more you'll be able to add to your memorable list of accomplishments. Keep up the pace.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You must be willing to sort through available data and interpret the trends that you observe. Others are making decisions similar to yours.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You are likely to enjoy a good deal of support, but someone may still be criticizing you and something you said long ago.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may be tempted to follow a different playbook, but someone's words of warning compel you to fall into line before it's too late.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You are able to do much more than you have promised, but you don't want to sell yourself short. What you have to offer is worth a lot!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You have a pitch to make to someone in charge, and what happens as a result is likely to affect many more than your intimate circle.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may be able to post a record of sorts, but take care! A close rival is watching and may be learning how to become more competitive.

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