Your Birthday for January 17, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 17th, 2017

Born today, you are one of the most down-to-earth, natural, easygoing individuals born under your sign, but that certainly doesn't mean that you're likely to roll over in response to a serious threat or challenge. On the contrary, you can be quite a fighter when you need to be, able and willing to engage any enemy for long periods of time without giving a thought to the possibility of exhaustion. Indeed, stamina is perhaps your greatest single attribute, and it will serve you well in both personal and professional scenarios. There are some who may call you selfish or at least self-absorbed, but they simply don't see that you are constantly reaching out to others to help them in any way you can. You are generous with your time and resources.

Something of a visionary, you are eager to do what has never been done before -- and so you will! Early in life, you no doubt enjoyed opportunities that are rare for someone so young, and they have paved the way to a kind of success that very few enjoy. Others are likely to rally around you in support of any cause you might champion.

Also born on this date are: Betty White, actress; Jim Carrey, actor and comedian; Muhammad Ali, boxer; Michelle Obama, U.S. first lady; Andy Kaufman, comedian; Zooey Deschanel, actress; Steve Harvey, comedian; James Earl Jones, actor; Kid Rock, singer; Maury Povich, talk show host; Eartha Kitt, singer and actress; Al Capone, gangster; Shari Lewis, puppeteer; Vidal Sassoon, hair stylist; Susanna Hoffs, singer; Anne Bronte, novelist and poet; Mack Sennett, silent film director; Naveen Andrews, 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.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 18

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Take care that you don't overdo it. You'll want to conserve your energy as you gear up for something that will take a major effort.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You will be able to make progress in stages. Don't expect to do too much at any one time. A partner offers support in the nick of time.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Someone may claim that you are out of line, but in truth you're getting to the heart of a situation that you will soon be able to control.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- The choices you've made lately may seem to be stacking up against you, but you'll come up with a plan to protect yourself.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You'll come upon a missing piece, and the puzzle you complete will reveal what's been at stake all along. Share this discovery.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may run across someone who claims to know more than you about a certain key topic. The contest that results reveals a surprising truth.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You can save money and still finish the day with what you most need or want. Debating with a friend will get you only so far.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You can present an option to a friend that may spice things up a bit, but can you handle it if you get a response you don't expect?

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're likely to attract attention from those who have been looking for someone just like you to fill an important role.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- What you used to enjoy doesn't do the trick anymore, but you'll discover something that makes you feel the way you used to.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may want to touch base with someone from your past in order to get things arranged for an important upcoming effort.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You've been making a plan on your own that will be better served by having others on your team. It's time to share your big idea.

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Your Birthday for January 16, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 16th, 2017

Born today, you are a versatile individual, blessed with a keen eye, a cool head and the ability to navigate all manner of situations with grace, style and effectiveness. You are bound to succeed, but not at just anything. You must choose your career path with great care, so that your talents are developed and your instincts put to good use. A more random choice is not likely to pay off for you, so choose wisely! You may be somewhat egotistical, but why not? You are able to do many things, and do them well -- better, often, than others who claim to be experts at a given task. You are a quick thinker, and you can have quite a sharp tongue. When your emotions are piqued, you often instinctively lash out at others.

You enjoy all things social, and your company is sought after in almost all social situations -- though some may not appreciate you being around simply because they are jealous of you and your natural popularity. Those who cannot match you are sure to be threatened by you! You can be quite a romantic individual -- with the right person.

Also born on this date are: Aaliyah, singer; Joe Flacco, football player; Albert Pujols, baseball player; Kate Moss, fashion model; Sade, singer; Debbie Allen, choreographer and actress; Ronnie Milsap, singer; John Carpenter, filmmaker; Ethel Merman, singer and actress; A.J. Foyt, auto racer; Dizzy Dean, baseball player; Susan Sontag, writer; Laura Schlessinger, radio personality.

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, JANUARY 17

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You're taking the next step, but you may not be getting what you think you should from your efforts. What's the missing piece?

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Someone close to you will give you the information you've been waiting for. You must be ready to put it to use almost immediately.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- A loved one may comment on your ability to move on after any sort of trauma, but you know it's not as easy as it seems.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You have a big decision to make before the day is out. Your best approach will involve visualizing several different possible outcomes.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Consistency is the key to success. Even if you don't have perfect technique, doing what comes naturally will serve you well right now.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may not understand what is holding you back, but a friend seems to have at least one or two of the answers you need.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- A fresh start is possible, but is that really what you want? Take a look at what you've accomplished, and you'll see what you must do next.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Someone is likely to ask questions that force you to face a situation that you've turned away from in the past. A new phase begins.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You will want to know just who is calling the shots, and this will involve peering into corners that have gone unexplored in the past.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may be able to gain ground in a rivalry. Focus on something that gives you both results and inspiration.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- It may be time for you to demand what is rightfully yours, but take care not to do it in a way that turns someone important against you.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Sharing your problems with someone in a similar situation can relieve some of the pressure, but don't fall into a spiral of self-pity.

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Your Birthday for January 15, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 15th, 2017

Born today, you approach your life with a healthy "What if?" philosophy. In other words, you imagine a scenario, ask yourself, "What if that were to happen?" and then go about uncovering the answer to your satisfaction -- and often to your considerable advancement. The fact is that while you are not fearless, you never let fear stand in your way. You are determined to move forward, exploring possibilities and answering "What if?" regardless of any dangers or threats that you might encounter along the way. And just as you won't ever stop yourself, you're not about to let anyone else stop you, either! You know how to protect yourself and to take precautions, but you also understand that safety measures can only do so much. Sometimes fate will take a hand in what happens to you.

You can be rather flamboyant at times, and you enjoy surprising those around you with behavior that doesn't seem to fit the person that they have come to know. You are solid in your beliefs, however, and you will never do anything that goes against the principles to which you have pledged lifelong faith.

Also born on this date are: Martin Luther King Jr., civil rights leader; Drew Brees, football player; Charo, entertainer; Gene Krupa, drummer; Chad Lowe, actor; Lloyd Bridges, actor; Mario Van Peebles, actor; Margaret O'Brien, actress; Regina King, 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.

MONDAY, JANUARY 16

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You'll want to get an early start and front-load your day so that things get done before your energy and enthusiasm start to wane.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may not understand what a friend or neighbor is up to, but you're likely to be drawn in simply for the apparent fun of it all.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may not be feeling quite yourself. Do what you can to avoid any unusual challenges. A friend proves his or her reliability.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Communication will prove to be difficult, but not impossible. If at first you don't succeed, you'll certainly want to try again!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Events are likely to provide a perfect argument in favor of what you've been proposing for a long time. Gather your team together.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Your productivity is on the rise, but you may not be focused on any single task -- which has you feeling a little overwhelmed. Prioritize.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Environmental influences cannot be avoided, but you have a contingency plan in place that allows you to remain highly productive.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You're going to have to tell someone the truth before the day is out. Timing is the key to making this a positive situation.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You and a friend may not be able to continue down the same road. The separation that results will not be permanent, however!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may be unwilling at first to let someone else take the lead, but it is certainly in your best interest to do so -- for a while.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You're searching for something that is quite hard to find, and you may start to think that it's simply not out there. Keep looking!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- What you have in your bag of tricks can serve you quite well, as it gives you the advantage over almost any competitor.

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