Your Birthday for February 13, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | February 13th, 2017

Born today, you are not always the first to figure things out, but you do get there in the end -- as a result of steadfast commitment, an unwillingness to give up and an insistence that you be allowed to explore things freely and at your own pace so that you absorb information in the way that is best for you. Once you do grasp something, it is likely to stick with you forever; you're not the kind to forget things you shouldn't forget -- nor are you the kind to fill your mind with things that don't really matter! If you know it, it's worth knowing; if it's worth knowing and you don't yet know it, others can be sure that you will get yourself up to speed with current information in any way possible. You cannot abide being left in the dark about anything significant, while you couldn't care less about gossip and trivia.

When you find yourself in the driver's seat, you are dedicated to the agreed-on goal. You will work harder and longer than anyone to see things come out the way you have planned. When you are working in someone else's name, you are even more committed than usual. You like to combine old and new methods in ways that others never have.

Also born on this date are: Jerry Springer, talk show host; Peter Gabriel, singer-songwriter; Chuck Yeager, test pilot; Stockard Channing, actress; Peter Tork, guitarist and singer; Kim Novak, actress; Mena Suvari, actress; Oliver Reed, actor; George Segal, actor; Bess Truman, first lady; Carol Lynley, actress; Robbie Williams, singer.

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, FEBRUARY 14

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can introduce a friend or loved one to something that he or she will take to very quickly. A big development may result.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- One step at a time gets you where you want to go. There's no reason to hurry yourself and risk committing a costly error.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You are eager to see where a relatively new relationship may go -- but are you ready to admit your true feelings openly and honestly?

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- How you view a developing situation says more about you than it does about the situation. Others may be reluctant to follow you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- A look back allows you to track your recent progress, and that in turn will add value to the position you currently find yourself in.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You've got to take some time to assess a situation more honestly than you ever have. There's no room for self-deception.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Putting another's needs before your own allows you to achieve a rare balance between what works and what doesn't.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You are eager to see what will happen if you don't follow the rules, but you don't want to be seen bucking convention. What's most important?

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Your travel plans may not jibe with another's anticipated activities. A willingness to compromise can surely save the day.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You can capitalize on an error made by someone who didn't know exactly what was at stake. Don't be a bad winner, however!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Things may not go according to plan, but you can still come out ahead if you're able to adjust quickly to changing circumstances.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're getting used to a situation that you don't like and can't change, but that's better than being upset about it day after day.

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Your Birthday for February 12, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | February 12th, 2017

Born today, you always think that you are on the verge of the next big thing -- and indeed, you may well be! You do have grand notions and a way of seeing the world that makes room for all types of people and all the things they may believe, but you are always on the lookout for something better than what others are willing to settle for. You are a natural born student, and your ability to examine yourself, those around you and the world at large in a critical fashion allows you to shape and reshape your thinking again and again. Anyone who expects you to be entirely consistent in all things is bound to be surprised, for you are constantly evolving -- and your views can differ greatly from one phase to another.

You are prone to highly emotional responses to what happens to you in life, so you are capable of experiencing the highest highs and the lowest lows. You will learn to rely on a few close friends and loved ones to keep you on an even keel. When depression strikes, your best weapon against it is hard work.

Also born on this date are: Abraham Lincoln, U.S. president; Robert Griffin III, football player; Charles Darwin, scientist and writer; Bill Russell, basketball player; Christina Ricci, actress; Arsenio Hall, actor and television host; Josh Brolin, actor; Michael McDonald, singer; Jesse Spencer, actor; Ray Manzarek, musician; Lorne Greene, actor; Anna Pavlova, ballerina; Joanna Kerns, actress; Joe Garagiola, baseball player; Franco Zeffirelli, filmmaker; Darren Aronofsky, filmmaker.

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, FEBRUARY 13

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Focus on safety and security. Around the house, you can make yourself useful in ways that all will surely appreciate.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may have trouble getting through the day without wishing that you were somewhere else. A loved one adds perspective.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Are you simply being dramatic, or are you experiencing something that is truly unbearable? Talking this out will surely be of help.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You have what someone else wants, but is it something you're willing to give away? It's a good day to take stock of all that's important.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may have trouble accepting that someone else knows more than you do, even when the proof is staring you directly in the face.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may not be seeing things as clearly as you have in the past, though the situation you find yourself in is quite familiar.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Your frustration with a loved one who is not in the right mood mustn't be allowed to taint things irreversibly. Do your own thing!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You are able to remain calm in the face of a challenge that others may find difficult to meet head-on.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- A potential danger is minimized when you do what you know is right, no matter how far-fetched it may seem.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Several moments vie for the most memorable to you, but one in particular is likely to capture the attention of others as well.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You are in the mood for a celebration of sorts, but not everyone is on board with that. How can you share your attitude with others?

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Don't fear repeating yourself. By doing a thing again and again, you can be sure to familiarize yourself with all eventualities.

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Your Birthday for February 11, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | February 11th, 2017

Born today, you are not always what other people think you are -- nor do you really ever try to be. In fact, you often feel compelled to be something other than what you seem, if only to satisfy a yearning to be different, inexplicable or unconventional. Like many others born under your sign, you harbor a deep internal conflict between a part of yourself that wants to be liked and a part that doesn't care a whit for the opinions of others. It is this conflict that will be the single greatest influence on your life, either internally or externally, in terms of what you think and feel, and what you are able to do and accomplish. It is likely that you will change course dramatically at least once, or perhaps even two or three times in your life, always seeking an outlet for your abilities and greater satisfaction for your curiosity.

You have quite a sense of humor, and your ability to surprise yourself and those around you with a few well-chosen words can be quite disarming. This will continue to be a valuable tool throughout your life. Indeed, your unique method of communicating with others may prove to be a strength no one else can match.

Also born on this date are: Taylor Lautner, actor; Jennifer Aniston, actress; Brandy Norwood, actress and singer; Thomas Edison, inventor; Sheryl Crow, singer-songwriter; Burt Reynolds, actor; Sarah Palin, politician; Tina Louise, actress; Leslie Nielsen, actor; Damian Lewis, actor; Eva Gabor, actress; Sidney Sheldon, writer; Sergio Mendes, bandleader.

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, FEBRUARY 12

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You'll have the chance to make the day just a little brighter for someone who has no choice but to rely on you for one or two necessities.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Not everyone will understand your thoughts and dreams, which is why you must share them only with a certain few individuals.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You're preparing yourself for a challenge without knowing when or where it will be presented to you. A new opportunity will beckon.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Solitude may be what you are after, but you won't be able to enjoy it until you've run the social gauntlet and interacted with many people.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may find yourself troubled by inconsistencies all around you. You should try to focus on your assigned duties for the time being.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Hope springs eternal, and you're likely to have more than your share of it as you face a situation that others might find quite daunting.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may think that you're working something to your advantage, but your perception is faulty. Indeed, someone else is holding the reins.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You don't have to explain every minute detail to everyone who asks. Indeed, you can benefit greatly by sharing very little -- for now.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're at the center of something quite important, but the role you will eventually play is still unclear to you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may have to put yourself in another's hands for a time, trusting that he or she knows just what to do, and when.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- A difference of opinion can be resolved in a most unusual fashion -- and you're likely to be the party responsible.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Those around you may misunderstand your motives, but what they lead you to do will certainly be appreciated.

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