Your Birthday for December 19, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 19th, 2016

Born today, you have a habit of reaching your goals and doing all the things that you say you're going to do -- and all without blowing your own horn or making a fuss of any kind. You go about your business in a purposeful fashion, surprising supporters and critics alike with progress that seems to happen behind the scenes -- though you are never one to do anything undercover or in a clandestine manner! You are upfront and open about everything in your life, even your faults, flaws and mistakes. For this reason, you are, in many ways, above reproach. Even those who disagree with you on various issues cannot help but like and respect you, thanks mainly to your open, honest, uncompromising nature.

You can be forceful and persuasive, but you rarely feel the need to influence others in such an aggressive fashion. Rather, you let your words and actions serve as examples to those around you -- and if they choose to follow in your footsteps, so be it. You will always do what you must do, regardless of the behavior of others.

Also born on this date are: Alyssa Milano, actress; Jake Gyllenhaal, actor; Criss Angel, illusionist; Jennifer Beals, actress; Cicely Tyson, actress; Tyson Beckford, model; Tim Reid, actor; Edith Piaf, singer; Robert Urich, actor; Sir Ralph Richardson, actor; Leonid Brezhnev, Soviet leader; Brandon Sanderson, 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.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 20

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- What happens today shouldn't be a surprise -- you should have seen it coming! Your reaction will make a difference to everyone.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- How you brand the day's events will make a difference, as those around you are more interested in appearances than substance -- for now.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- What you do with your money says a great deal about your character. Make no mistake: People are watching how you spend!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You'll benefit from an insider's look at what is going on around you. What is the margin for error? Study the numbers.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You will want to dig into your past in order to come up with the answers to questions that others are asking. What you find may surprise you!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You are feeling something new about someone who's been in your life for a long while. He or she is ready to assume a more central position.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- It's time to brainstorm, perhaps, but take care you don't set rules for yourself that are different from the ones others have to follow.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Family matters are coming to the fore. You should be able to anticipate what will happen and prepare yourself accordingly.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You want to see things in terms of black and white, but in fact nothing is that clear. You'll be sorting through many details.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may be in for a difficult time in the coming days if you're not able to get a handle on a key issue that arises before sunset.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Make sure that what you have suggested is actually understood and accepted by those around you. Success depends upon a concerted team effort.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Take care that you don't overstate your position. Others are waiting to pounce on anything you say that is at all unrealistic.

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Your Birthday for December 18, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 18th, 2016

Born today, you are likely to get an early start to a long and lucrative career, but there will surely be bumps in the road. You will experience at least one turning point at which you consider taking another path entirely, despite the previous success you already enjoyed. This is because you are always thinking about the track of your life and the rich and varied journey you are on. You assess your progress, learn from your failures and always keep an eye on your environment and consider how it might affect you. While young, you likely displayed far greater maturity than most others of your age; when older, the child in you will still be there, keeping things bright, optimistic and forward-thinking.

You have what it takes to make a fine parent, and the children you raise will surely be recognized as yours. They will no doubt carry into the future all that you stand for and all that you teach them. Indeed, how you affect future generations will be your real legacy -- and something inside you knows the monumental truth of this.

Also born on this date are: Bridgit Mendler, actress; Brad Pitt, actor; Christina Aguilera, singer; Steven Spielberg, filmmaker; Joseph Stalin, Soviet leader; Katie Holmes, actress; Keith Richards, guitarist; Ray Liotta, actor; Ossie Davis, actor; Betty Grable, actress; Franz Ferdinand, Archduke of Austria-Hungary; Casper Van Dien, actor; Paul Klee, painter; Leonard Maltin, film critic.

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 19

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may have to call on someone whose job it is to deal with the very issues you are facing. You don't have to do it all yourself.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You have accepted a certain responsibility, and now you must fulfill it -- provided, of course, you are completely prepared.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Original thinking can put you in a good position to call the shots, as others will surely listen to any new ideas you put forward.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Travel is in the picture, but you may not be able to take advantage of conventional means of transport. Do you have time to spare?

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may not be able to complete all tasks according to plan, but a simple adjustment to your schedule avoids any serious problems.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You receive a promise that you've been long awaiting, but the terms may be different from those you expected.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Someone is still waiting for you to do something you promised some time ago. What's keeping you from tending to this obligation?

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may choose to put yourself in some sort of danger in order to protect someone in your care. Keep your eyes and ears open!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- A late arrival gives you pause, but you needn't stop what you are doing simply because your timeline has been disrupted in some way.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You've been putting off a certain domestic task for quite some time. You may soon realize that procrastination is no longer possible.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may be feeling rather self-conscious over an issue that is not under your control. Others may come to your rescue, eventually.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may take delivery of something that promises to solve all of your current problems -- but you don't really believe it can, do you?

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Your Birthday for December 17, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 17th, 2016

Born today, you know how to go it alone or work productively with others. In this way, you are a classic Sagittarian, able to meet your own needs while helping to meet the needs of those around you. What sets you apart, however, is your ability to step up and lead in a way that is new, different and inspiring. When your turn comes to step to the head of the line, you will always do so with style, grace, imagination and an uncompromising desire to see things done right -- and your definition of "right" is one that most others can subscribe to as well. You are idealistic but also realistic; you strive for the best in every situation, knowing full well that there will be times when you fall short. You call such failures "learning"!

You have a distinctly spiritual side, but you never feel compelled to share it with others in any way that might influence them against their own ideals or beliefs. As far as you are concerned, there is room for all kinds in the world -- and the more, the merrier! You take a keen interest in those whose beliefs differ from your own.

Also born on this date are: Milla Jovovich, model and actress; Chase Utley, baseball player; Laurie Holden, actress; Pope Francis, Catholic pontiff; Eugene Levy, actor; Chris Matthews, journalist; Bill Pullman, actor; Bernard Hill, actor; Giovanni Ribisi, actor; Arthur Fiedler, conductor; Rian Johnson, filmmaker; Sarah Paulson, actress; Peter Farrelly, filmmaker; Wes Studi, 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, DECEMBER 18

ARIES (March 21-May 20) -- The more you insist on doing something you know is bad for you, the more you risk your own health -- and the well-being of those around you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may not be able to see the forest for the trees, so try to find a vantage point from which you will have an unobstructed view.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Those who have gone before you are certainly aware of the hazards that await; see if you can find one to talk to openly and honestly.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may think something is a certainty when it's really something of a crapshoot. The question is: Do you feel lucky?

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- When you're out and about, you may want to keep the needs of a friend or loved one squarely in mind. He or she is counting on you.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may not be as enthusiastic about what lies ahead as someone who has more on the line than you do. Go along for the ride anyway!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You mustn't take things too personally. Focus on the business aspects of certain dealings. You can surely avoid common pitfalls.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may fall prey to the old switcheroo. How much are you willing to sacrifice in order to get yourself back in the game?

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- It's a good day to give yourself more of something you both need and enjoy. The risk of overindulgence is almost nonexistent.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- The rules are there to be followed, and you mustn't attempt to get around any of them -- even those that seem mostly unnecessary.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You've gotten through a great many things on your list; all that remains is an item that you may not be able to tend to just yet.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may be in need of more rest than you had supposed. See if you can arrange for some downtime in the middle of this rather hectic day.

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