Your Birthday for January 20, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 20th, 2017

Born today, you are positive, optimistic, visionary and driven to progress in life in a manner that others simply cannot keep up with, try as they might. Fortunately, you are not the kind to leave others in your dust. Instead, you will always do what you can to assist them in their efforts to succeed -- provided, of course, there is no chance that your own advancement will be compromised by doing so. While you do indeed put yourself first, you are also quite generous with your time. You will always assist others in any way you can, and you will be the first to acknowledge and celebrate another's success, as long as you are successful yourself. However, you are never likely to help those who are unwilling to help themselves!

You have a vivid sense of humor and a rather unconventional view of the world around you. Your opinions are not always shared by the masses, but this doesn't hold you back. You will share your thoughts and ideas with anyone who will listen, and you can often persuade them to adopt your point of view!

Also born on this date are: George Burns, comedian; Paul Stanley, guitarist and singer; Buzz Aldrin, astronaut; Bill Maher, comedian and television host; Lorenzo Lamas, actor; DeForest Kelley, actor; Aristotle Onassis, shipping magnate; David Lynch, television and film director; Arte Johnson, actor and comedian; Skeet Ulrich, actor; Federico Fellini, filmmaker; Patricia Neal, actress; Rainn Wilson, actor; Tom Baker, actor; Slim Whitman, singer-songwriter.

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, JANUARY 21

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may have to do something much more daring than usual in order to stake your claim to something you feel you truly deserve.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You can't do things in the style to which you are accustomed with someone looking over your shoulder. Make yourself and your rules clear.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You can put on quite a show, but not everyone will approve. Indeed, you may attract quite a colorful assortment of critics.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- What others think is ego is really only confidence. You can put that confidence on display in no uncertain terms.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You can move in an entirely new direction on your own, or you can hang back and become part of a group effort. The choice is yours.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- It's not the first time you've done something and won criticism from someone you thought was a friend. His or her true colors are showing.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may not understand what is holding back a friend or loved one, but you must do what you can to inspire loyalty and full commitment.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Something beyond your comprehension will be worth study in the coming weeks or months. Today, you won't want to give it another thought.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Those urging collaboration may know something you don't -- or perhaps it's the other way around. Either course involves risk.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- A long journey begins with a single step, and you mustn't worry if you're headed in the wrong direction. You can always change course.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You can achieve something memorable simply by doing what you know you must do. You're on the right track.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- A matter of official policy may be standing between you and your heart's desire -- but not for long. You'll figure out a way!

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Your Birthday for January 19, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 19th, 2017

Born today, you are able to change the dynamic of a room simply by walking into it, and the focus will almost always shift to you as a matter of course. You are lively, positive and inspirational, and you have a knack for attracting and holding the attention of large groups of people with your inimitable style and your willingness to talk about difficult issues without awkwardness or discomfort. Your direct approach and easy manner are disarming; even those who are most uptight are put at ease by you and may quickly become your biggest fans. You are always yourself, never a copycat in any way. What you do and what you say spring genuinely from your core. You are not one to do a thing if it doesn't feel absolutely right to you at the time.

You're likely to develop a personal style that is quite vibrant and unique, though many will try to imitate you again and again. You have certain traits that set you apart, making it impossible for others to overlook you, and this can serve you quite well in the professional arena.

Also born on this date are: Dolly Parton, singer; Jean Stapleton, actress; Janis Joplin, singer; Shelley Fabares, actress; Paula Deen, celebrity chef; Edgar Allan Poe, author; Robert E. Lee, Confederate military leader; Katey Sagal, actress; Robert Palmer, singer; Paul Cezanne, painter; Michael Crawford, actor and singer; Junior Seau, football player.

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.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 20

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Someone is asking you to do something that is daring even for you -- and you are known for being daring when the need arises!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're more than ready to commit to an idea floated by a friend or loved one some time ago, but he or she may not know it yet.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Wherever you go, you'll be concerned with the same things, all having to do with how you interact with others, and they with you.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You won't have to do much to get things started, but to keep them going will take more than mere willpower. Extra effort is called for.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- A new opportunity will be presented to you by someone who is interested to see just how far you will go to make a name for yourself.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may not be able to trust your instincts at all times. When in doubt, go to a trusted source of information. Technique is key.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- How you do what you do is far more important than why or when. Indeed, a certain someone is eager to learn from you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Get moving, and don't let anyone hold you back -- least of all yourself! This is no time to let your doubts take hold of you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You can be safe and distant, or you can close the gap and accept the risks that come with such proximity. You know which is better for you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Your way is not always the best way, perhaps, but you know for certain that there is no other way to proceed -- for now.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You're keen to see things improve at a faster pace, but what can you do directly to move things along? Make a firm plan.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You can surely make your mark, and it's likely to last quite a while -- particularly if you are careful to follow your instincts.

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Your Birthday for January 18, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 18th, 2017

Born today, you are not easily understood. Indeed, you are likely to go through life being completely misunderstood by most -- though you can trust your very small, intimate circle of friends to know you very well, indeed. It is this circle that provides you with the kind of confidence and inspiration you need in life. In fact, because this small community is so reliable, you rarely have to stray very far to get anything you require. You don't measure success by the number of friends and supporters a person has, but rather by the quality of the friendship and support received from them -- and you get only the best from those closest to you. You are not an overly social individual, but you always make time for those you love.

You recognize that some things are beyond your control. For this reason, you do all you can to guide a situation whenever it is possible for you to do so. This is likely to bring you into direct conflict with those working toward different ends, but you have a way of defusing conflict through compromise and persuasion.

Also born on this date are: Karan Brar, actor; Oliver Hardy, actor and comedian; Cary Grant, actor; Danny Kaye, actor and comedian; Kevin Costner, actor and filmmaker; Becca Tobin, actress; A.A. Milne, author; Daniel Webster, politician; John Boorman, filmmaker; Jason Segel, 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.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 19

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Getting from here to there may prove to be more complicated than usual. Perhaps you've not considered an option staring you in the face.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You can be highly competitive, but this may not be the best day to punch that trait into high gear. Strive for harmony in all things.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You want to be the best that you can be, but that may require you to make a sacrifice that someone close doesn't want you to make.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You can put your skills on display in such a way that others don't think you're simply trying to show off. You can make your true motives clear.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You have some knowledge that others don't, and this gives you an advantage in certain situations that are likely to be prevalent.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You'll spot a sign ahead that puts you at ease -- for now. When you get closer, you may realize you misread at least part of it.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- It is unwise to assume that loved ones will be there when you call upon them. Make arrangements to get them there ahead of time.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You should be able to mix and mingle with ease, even though the overall situation is one you would usually try to avoid.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- The recognition you are hoping for may not come, but there are some who know just how valuable your contributions are.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're involved in something that only seems interminable. In fact, it's likely to end all too soon, but it will be long remembered.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Memorizing something and learning it by heart are not the same thing! You must do the latter, not the former, for it to stick.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You don't have to engage in any activity you don't like just because you are in close proximity to those who do. Think for yourself!

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