Your Birthday for February 10, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | February 10th, 2017

Born today, you are no stranger to controversy, and you may feel that it is in the stars for you to be at the center of pivotal events again and again throughout your lifetime. This may well be the case, so what you must learn to do with your life is to control those events rather than be a victim of circumstance. The more you can take charge of what happens to you and around you, the more you can pursue a course in life that gives you what you want, both in material rewards and in overall personal satisfaction. Relinquish control or, worse, fail to claim it in the first place, and you're likely to see other people succeed in your stead, making your dreams become their reality -- and that is not an acceptable outcome!

You may have harbored certain insecurities when you were young that prove difficult to shake as you grow older, but shake them you must if you are going to do the things you have set out to do. You have a great deal of confidence, but at times, quite paradoxically, you are unable to maintain the healthiest self-image -- and this conflict may cause you hardship.

Also born on this date are: Jimmy Durante, actor and comedian; Elizabeth Banks, actress; Robert Wagner, actor; Roberta Flack, singer; Glenn Beck, media host and author; Mark Spitz, Olympic swimmer; Makenzie Vega, actress; George Stephanopoulos, political adviser and journalist; Laura Dern, actress; Lon Chaney Jr., actor; Leontyne Price, operatic soprano; Boris Pasternak, novelist; Bill Tilden, tennis player; Vince Gilligan, television producer.

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, FEBRUARY 11

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- What you are trying to do is something of a magic act. No one you know could do it and match your style, try as they might.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Feel free to explore what is all around you. You may uncover an opportunity that you never suspected was there.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You're in need of a little one-on-one time with someone who knows you well. You've had enough of the group activities -- at least for a while!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may find yourself at the center of something that you don't fully understand, and that is the product of an unfortunate misunderstanding.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Accidents will surely happen, but if you pay attention, they're likely to lead you directly to the threshold of a golden opportunity.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You're not willing to negotiate with the enemy. You want to overcome him or her completely and demand an unconditional surrender.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- An uncomfortable position becomes one you wish to experience again and again when you realize that a minor adjustment makes all the difference.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You and a loved one are willing to take quite a risk in order to experience something you've been dreaming of lately.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You will be afforded a rare and valuable glimpse of the future, and you may not even know it. You're at something of a turning point.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You are not willing to take sides, as you suspect that doing so will only make things worse. Try to orchestrate a lasting peace.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Putting your best foot forward may not be as easy as you think -- and you must put it in exactly the right place, as well!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- For the best possible effect, you want others to marvel at what you've done without seeing any of the work that went into it.

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Your Birthday for February 09, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | February 9th, 2017

Born today, you are something of a dynamo, always on the move, always chasing after a new dream, always reaching for the brass ring and always inspiring others to do their best -- even those in direct competition with you. You are quick to figure things out, but you never believe that you know it all. In fact, you seem to do best when there are variables at play that you simply don't understand and cannot control, elements that seem to elude your grasp intellectually and instinctively. You are never afraid to get up close and personal when you find yourself in conflict with another. Indeed, you often gain the advantage by moving more swiftly and aggressively than a competitor and encroaching on his or her space.

Ironically, you insist that others respect your personal space, even though you are not always respectful of theirs. When you feel threatened, you can react in a highly volatile manner, and you may find that this can only make a bad situation worse. On the positive side, you are fiercely loyal, and you will stick with a friend forever, through thick and thin.

Also born on this date are: Joe Pesci, actor; Carole King, singer-songwriter; Travis Tritt, singer; Mia Farrow, actress; Alice Walker, author; William Henry Harrison, U.S. president; Carmen Miranda, actress; Zhang Ziyi, actress; Ciaran Hinds, actor; Ronald Colman, actor; Roger Mudd, news anchor; Dean Rusk, politician; Brendan Behan, poet and playwright; Charlie Day, actor; Tom Hiddleston, 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.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You have less time to sell your ideas than you expected, and every moment counts. You still have to lay some groundwork.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You are devising a strategy that you hope will be foolproof and invulnerable to any sort of counterplan, but is that really possible?

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- A friend may anger you somewhat with attempts to figure you out in a stressful situation. Stop and listen; he or she knows you well!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A situation will begin to come together in such a way that you are left holding the reins when, in fact, you are eager to relinquish control.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Others are likely to be drawn into your orbit. Is this your own doing or the result of something in the air that cannot be avoided?

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You are looking for answers, but you may uncover nothing but questions as you delve into the information you think you need.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- A journey with a friend may open up a whole new range of possibilities for both of you -- together and individually.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You will receive a suggestion from a member of the opposite sex. As a result, you may feel you've been put on the spot. Don't be cajoled!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You mustn't let a current situation get the better of you. You can remain in control by attending to matters one at a time.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- A routine endeavor takes on unusual significance as you strive for something that others have never been able to achieve.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You can't seem to get permission to do something unusual. It's not that your plan is objectionable; it's doubt as to your chance of success.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may be granted authority over others, but take care that you don't go overboard and wield that authority carelessly.

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Your Birthday for February 08, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | February 8th, 2017

Born today, you are likely to have enjoyed a rapid period of self-discovery when quite young, leaving you far more prepared for a rich and busy professional life than others your age who share your otherwise normal upbringing. You are quick to take advantage of all manner of opportunities, but you are also adept at forging a path that leads you directly to the professional goals that you have set for yourself -- even if this is not always a conscious strategy. You understand that life is a learning process, and you are eager to learn all you can -- about yourself and those with whom you share the planet -- and even more eager to put that learning to the test. It is in this realm -- action -- that you may encounter dangers; take care that you don't ever try to go too fast!

You are eager for others to like you, but you don't reveal this to just anyone. Indeed, many may think you are distant, cold and aloof even though you are simply trying to hide the fact that their affection and approval mean so much to you. Ultimately, however, you must learn to focus on what you are doing rather than what people think of what you are doing.

Also born on this date are: Seth Green, actor; James Dean, actor; Gary Coleman, actor; John Williams, composer; Nick Nolte, actor; Lana Turner, actress; Jack Lemmon, actor; John Grisham, novelist; Audrey Meadows, actress; Jules Verne, author; Mary Steenburgen, actress; Ted Koppel, news anchor; Mary McCormack, actress; William T. Sherman, military leader; Robert Klein, comedian and actor; Henry Czerny, actor; Creed Bratton, 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, FEBRUARY 9

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You're tired of hearing the same old complaints from those who are unwilling to do anything to make things right. You can swing into action!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You can improve your overall wellness by making a decision that will bring you far-reaching benefits in a variety of ways.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You must take better care of yourself if you're going to be in peak condition when it is required. You can't wait very much longer.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You can do something for yourself that's likely to propel you forward with remarkable speed into a future that fits you like a glove.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Others are aware of what you are planning, but they are in no position to support you just yet -- or stand in your way, either.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Fear of what people will say may hold others back, but you're not likely to stop yourself simply because you expect criticism.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You will have to figure out what you have in common with a rival if you want to ease tension between your two camps.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You know what you're looking at, and you know how to divide it into portions that can be effectively analyzed. Others clearly benefit.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You have been empowered to do what you know is necessary, but taking the first step may prove harder than expected.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You mustn't face opposition stubbornly. The more willing you are to talk -- and listen -- the more progressive you will be.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- A problem revolving around a conflict of interest is likely to surface. Your reaction will give others a glimpse of the future.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- It's a good day to give up a certain bad habit, though you know better than anyone how difficult it will be. The necessity cannot be denied.

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