Your Birthday for January 01, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 1st, 2017

Born today, you have a multifaceted personality, certainly, but it is dominated by a childlike aspect that all can recognize, but only a few will see as positive. Indeed, some may claim that you are somehow stunted or backward, viewing you as child-ish rather than child-like in many matters. The truth, however, is that you are able to grow and evolve in a full and healthy manner while maintaining certain aspects of youth that you feel will benefit you as you grow older. This is an admirable feat, and one that many who know you will try to emulate in some way -- though no one will be able to imitate you completely or walk in your footsteps for long. You are unique and will remain so throughout your entire life.

While you do prefer your own company more often than not, you are able to socialize and work with others as required by circumstance. You are destined to be involved in something very big in your lifetime, something that will surely be long remembered even if your particular contribution is not. You can make a difference.

Also born on this date are: Betsy Ross, seamstress; Verne Troyer, actor; Xavier Cugat, bandleader; J.D. Salinger, author; J. Edgar Hoover, FBI director; Frank Langella, actor; Morris Chestnut, 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, JANUARY 2

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Something you do before anyone else is sure to be remembered, but ultimately you may realize that being first isn't all that significant.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Something you've been after for quite some time may land in your lap before the day is out. To whom do you owe this good fortune?

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You're in a tight spot, but you can surely get out of it if you are willing to compromise just a bit. You can still keep your word!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may be letting your worries dictate what you can and cannot do. Try instead to let hard evidence guide your thinking.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You must proceed with caution, especially when you find yourself entering a domain where you do not normally belong.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Don't underestimate the power of positive thinking! You can actually get a lot done simply by believing it is possible.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Take care that those closest to you aren't being pulled into a dangerous situation. Caution can indeed be your best friend.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Getting your ducks in a row may not be entirely possible, as you are lacking one or two vital pieces of information.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Your day may be scheduled down to the minute, but you mustn't be inflexible. Unexpected maneuvering may be required.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Your plans may have been set in stone some time ago, but that doesn't mean you can't add touches to them without making a dramatic change.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may be asked to make an important decision without any time for serious thought. Is this a risk you really want to take?

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- The secret you are trying to keep may already be common knowledge -- at least within your own intimate circle. Is that such a bad thing?

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Your Birthday for December 31, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 31st, 2016

Born today, you don't always appear to others to be taking things too seriously or doing things the hard way, but in fact, your every endeavor takes quite a toll because you immerse yourself so completely in whatever you undertake. You may seem cold and calculating to some, and while you do have a nimble and capable mind, the truth is that you are more emotional than many people -- and this can make you vulnerable to hardship when you dive into anything headfirst. You work hard in your own way, but because you are able to decide on a specific course of action with alacrity, some may believe that you are taking the easy path to success. Easy it may be at times, but certainly not always!

Also born on this date are: Sir Anthony Hopkins, actor; Donna Summer, singer; John Denver, singer; Val Kilmer, actor; Sir Ben Kingsley, actor; Bebe Neuwirth, actress; Henri Matisse, painter; Tim Matheson, actor; Simon Wiesenthal, Nazi hunter; George C. Marshall, military leader and politician; Taylor Hackford, director.

You may not always seem to have control over your appetites -- and you may indeed be known for overindulgence at times -- but this isn't likely to last into old age. Indeed, once you see the error of your ways, you are likely to change for good, reinventing yourself and rebuilding a stronger, more capable version in the process.

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, JANUARY 1

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Your ability to improvise will get you far, especially when a situation arises that was not at all of your making. Trust your instincts!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're concerned about being considered "normal," but it is what sets you apart that makes you you. It's time to embrace this!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You've been receiving hints for some time, but only now can you finally discover what everyone has been talking about.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Don't let anyone talk you into putting off that chore until tomorrow. If you don't get it done today, you may never get another chance.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Listen to that warning voice inside your head, and avoid a situation that you know full well is more dangerous than anyone else might believe.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You can get a great deal done around the house, but will you feel as though you've done all you can? Something is hanging over you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Maintaining a positive attitude may be more difficult than expected, primarily because of someone else's gloomy predictions.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Don't hesitate to say no when asked to do something you know you shouldn't. It's never inappropriate to refuse to be bullied!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Doing something the old-fashioned way may give you a great deal more pleasure than taking advantage of a technological shortcut.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You can win a great deal of praise simply by doing what comes naturally. If you step out of your comfort zone, you may be inviting trouble.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You're in need of a favor, and you know just who is in the best position to provide it. All you have to do is ask -- but can you?

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You often tend to do routine things very differently from other people. This is nothing to be concerned about -- yet.

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Your Birthday for December 30, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 30th, 2016

Born today, you are no stranger to waiting for what you think you deserve, and you will go through numerous periods in life that require a kind of superhuman patience that makes you the envy of all who know you. The truth is that you have a sense of destiny, of what you believe you are "meant for" in life, and you further believe that you cannot rush this in any way or bring about its realization any sooner than fate, faith or the stars themselves may allow. In the meantime, while waiting for what is rightfully yours, you will work hard to become the best you can be at whatever endeavor you have chosen as your life's work, to ensure that you are ready to claim your place when the opportunity arises.

You are physically adept and capable of understanding things from many different angles. The combination of these two traits will give you a marked advantage when it comes to your work. It is important that you keep yourself in good shape at all times, getting the rest you need and eating right -- and providing yourself with recreation, too.

Also born on this date are: LeBron James, basketball player; Tiger Woods, golfer; Tyrese Gibson, singer; Davy Jones, singer and actor; Matt Lauer, television host; Meredith Vieira, television host; Michael Nesmith, singer and musician; Sandy Koufax, baseball player; Jack Lord, actor; Sean Hannity, talk show host; Rudyard Kipling, author and poet; Bo Diddley, musician; Patti Smith, singer; Tracey Ullman, actress and comedian; Russ Tamblyn, actor; Bert Parks, television host.

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.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 31

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You'll gather information at a fast pace, and what you do with it can make all the difference to a youngster who is relying on you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Are you able to speak up and ask for what you need? If not, you're likely to go without in the days to come.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Don't let too much time pass before you tend to a situation that has been begging for attention for quite some time.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- What you learn about yourself could enable you to advance much more quickly than expected -- at home and in the workplace.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- If you have to pick someone to rely on, make sure it's someone you know. More important, make it someone who knows you well, too!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You know better than anyone what is going on behind the scenes, but you may not be in a position to do anything about it -- yet.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Before you cry foul, you'll want to know for certain that things were not done entirely according to Hoyle. Avoid a knee-jerk reaction.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You're going to want to avoid a conflict with someone who seems all too eager to get into a fight. Focus on things you can do on your own.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You'll come up with several new ideas that enable everyone to progress faster than usual. Make sure you stay in the lead!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Are you ready for the challenges that lie ahead? You'll have plenty of opportunities to prepare yourself in mind and body.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may find that others are more than willing to talk to you about almost anything! You'll learn far more than you expected.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Someone who hasn't been around for very long is likely to challenge you, but you're more than ready for a head-to-head contest.

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