Your Birthday for January 21, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 21st, 2017

Born today, you often shine most brightly in the worst of times and under the worst of circumstances. You face challenges with confidence and style, and you never let yourself be held back by what others would call "bad luck." On the contrary, you have a knack for turning a negative into a positive, making a liability into a strength and finding opportunities where others find none. This gives you a rare kind of confidence, so you are able to march forward into difficult situations without any serious doubts as to your eventual success. Indeed, others take it for granted that you will prevail when the going gets particularly tough.

You always have clear goals in mind, and you never let yourself stray far from the path that you have set for yourself. This allows you to prepare for all possible eventualities and devise alternate plans that you implement as necessary. You are nimble and flexible in your thinking.

Also born on this date are: Jerry Trainor, actor; Emma Bunton, singer; Geena Davis, actress; Mac Davis, actor and singer; Hakeem Olajuwon, basketball player; Jack Nicklaus, golfer; Stonewall Jackson, Confederate military leader; Benny Hill, comedian; Billy Ocean, singer; Placido Domingo, operatic tenor; Wolfman Jack, disk jockey; Robby Benson, actor; Telly Savalas, actor; Brandon Crawford, baseball player; Christian Dior, fashion designer; Charles V, King of France; Ethan Allen, military leader.

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 22

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may have to write things down in order to keep an accurate record of what happens as well as what is said -- and by whom.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- The response you get from someone outside your inner circle is likely to surprise you. Perhaps things are going better than expected!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Don't let self-pity get in the way of looking at the situation honestly. There are steps you can take to protect yourself in the future.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may be harboring certain doubts and fears, but they mustn't get the better of you. Stay the course and trust your abilities.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- It's a good time to recognize your accomplishments. Acknowledging what you've done can go a long way toward improving self-worth.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You don't have to go about your business in a routine way. Try shaking it up and doing some things in a way that you've never yet dared.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You're likely to receive a warm welcome by those you have never met before. You may consider this a turning point of sorts.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Witnessing important things from a distance is not as satisfying as taking part, but it may be your only choice.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Secondhand reports may differ dramatically from what you have seen going on around you in recent days. Investigate further.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're trying to attract attention to a cause you have only recently embraced. Take care not to cross the line in any way.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You can do much to improve a certain situation, but doing so will require you to get in touch with someone who is not an ally.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're eager to see things progress quickly between you and a new teammate. Try demonstrating what you can do rather than talking about it.

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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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