Your Birthday for February 17, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | February 17th, 2017

Born today, you are just the kind of person that other people need to have around to take things to the next level, whether intellectually, emotionally, physically, professionally or recreationally. The fact is, you never do anything halfway. If you choose to embark on a venture, it is likely you will excel at it, for you insist on being as good as you can be at anything you do. You do recognize, of course, that it is impossible to develop the same high level of expertise in every endeavor, but that doesn't stop you from trying! There are likely one or two natural talents that you will develop to the fullest, and you will surely rise to the top of any given profession that allows you to let those talents shine. Indeed, you have what it takes to be one of the "greats" if you let yourself.

None of this should be taken to mean that you are in any way cocky or arrogant. On the contrary, you are one of the most humble individuals born under your sign, down-to-earth and realistic in your beliefs and interactions, and always easygoing. You are willing to let others shine whenever possible, and you always encourage their success.

Also born on this date are: Michael Jordan, basketball player; Paris Hilton, actress; Bonnie Wright, actress; Joseph Gordon-Levitt, actor; Larry the Cable Guy, comedian; Denise Richards, model and actress; Jim Brown, football player; Jason Ritter, actor; Michael Bay, filmmaker; Rene Russo, actress; Lou Diamond Phillips, actor; Hal Holbrook, actor; Jerry O'Connell, actor; Mary Ann Mobley, actress and model; Buddy Ryan, football coach; Alan Bates, actor; Barry Humphries, actor; Arthur Kennedy, actor; Billie Joe Armstrong, singer-songwriter and musician.

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 18

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Someone on the edge of your awareness is affecting things in ways you could not possibly anticipate. Find out what's really going on!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You can't expect things to be as easy as they have been in the recent past, as changes in dynamics are starting to make their effects felt.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Someone is trying to play on your fears, but what he or she doesn't know is that you've recently banished them -- permanently.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You will not tolerate being put on the spot, and someone close to you is ready to assist if you find the need to retaliate in some way.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Someone is likely to test your patience. Don't let that individual get a rise out of you, for that is precisely what he or she wants!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You're not going to get things the easy way, but fortunately you're not unwilling to do things the hard way. Get what you want!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You must decide who gets your immediate attention and who doesn't. Too many are asking much of you right now, and you'll have to choose.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You must be ready to face a few very real hazards that you've been unwilling to acknowledge in the past. Reality must be dealt with!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may be feeling inadequate in some way, but a loved one will step in and give you the assurances you need.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're not going to be able to match a rival when it comes to following the rules, but it will be improvisation that saves the day!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may not understand why people are reacting to you the way they are, but you must accept that something has to change. Work on it!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're being expected to commit to something before you have all the information you need. Don't be forced into anything you might regret.

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Your Birthday for February 16, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | February 16th, 2017

Born today, you are not always as well-informed as you might be, but you always carry yourself with such poise and confidence that it often comes as a surprise to others when you show a lack of knowledge in some area. Further, you never let your limited knowledge or experience keep you from exploring a given topic or endeavor; you firmly believe that you will learn what you need to learn as you go, trusting in the venture itself to provide you with all you need to prevail and succeed. You never enter into a new endeavor without believing you will come out on top. Indeed, you are so confident that sometimes that confidence alone can see you through! There are times when others will yield to you simply because of how you present yourself.

Because you're never afraid to explore a new topic or embark on a new endeavor, it's likely you will forge new paths for yourself again and again in life. It's anyone's guess what you might choose to do next, either personally or professionally! You allow yourself to be led by your instincts and unspoken desires.

Also born on this date are: Ice-T, actor and rapper; Vera-Ellen, dancer; John McEnroe, tennis player; Sonny Bono, singer and politician; Levar Burton, actor; Hugh Beaumont, actor; William Katt, actor; James Ingram, singer; Edgar Bergen, ventriloquist; Margaux Hemingway, actress and model; Warren Ellis, writer; Christopher Eccleston, 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 17

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You will want to take someone's side -- as quickly as possible -- when you realize he or she is being wrongly singled out.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Don't turn a blind eye to that which is attracting everyone's attention. You are likely to find it is worth a much closer look.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- What comes most naturally to you may not be the best thing to do under current circumstances. Trust a friend to give you other options.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Though you may have been given license to do something others are not allowed to do, be careful not to take things too far.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're eager to see things develop more quickly, and you're wondering if there's something you can do to make that happen. There is!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Having accepted an invitation, you may realize that following through will require a certain sacrifice you're not willing to make.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- The change you want, you will have to effect yourself, and today is the day to make a start. You needn't explain yourself to others just yet.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Are you ready to give up something valuable for something even more valuable? Any way you look at it, this trade will be more than fair.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're after a deeper connection with a certain someone, but you may be prevented from reaching out due to a prior commitment.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Trial and error can teach you what you need to know, but you must be prepared to clean up a bit of a mess when all is said and done.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You mustn't let yourself be restricted by someone who is new to being the boss. He or she can learn from you, not vice versa.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Tread very lightly when asked to explore a certain situation. You don't want to put yourself in any sort of dangerous position.

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Your Birthday for February 15, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | February 15th, 2017

Born today, you are one of the most forward-thinking, forward-moving, imaginative individuals born under your sign -- and all of these traits complement one another and spring from the gifts with which you have been endowed by the stars. Such gifts include a positive outlook, an abiding curiosity, an eagerness to make the world a better place and a willingness to undergo all kinds of hardship in order to achieve your goals. Add it all up, and you are the definition of "modern" -- one who accepts the world as it is, understands the world as it was and envisions a world as it should be. You are tireless in your efforts to make the best of your life and improve the lives of those around you. Your generosity with your time, resources, energy and talents makes you sought-after by many in need. You are most effective when a situation is most serious.

You are quite interested in reform, and you understand that it often comes from within. Thus, you are always willing to engage in honest self-assessment in order to determine just what kind of change would best suit you at any given time, and how such change might improve your chances of success in the endeavors of your choice.

Also born on this date are: Amber Riley, singer and actress; Galileo Galilei, physicist and astronomer; Chris Farley, comedian; Matt Groening, cartoonist; Jane Seymour, actress; Susan B. Anthony, activist; Harvey Korman, actor and comedian; Melissa Manchester, singer; Cesar Romero, actor; John Barrymore, actor; Christopher McDonald, actor; Claire Bloom, 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.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You must have clear priorities if you're going to make sense of all that comes your way. Someone else holds a key.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Someone close to you may be surprised at how easily you let things go when the time comes. You won't be burdened by the past!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You don't want to tend to personal needs in any way that sends your emotions spinning off in all directions. Stay rooted, ordered and clear.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A challenge coming your way is worth some close study before you attempt to do battle with it. You must dig deep to find the tools.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- What you hear may have little if anything to do with the truth. In fact, you will be the one revealing the truth when the time comes.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Further investigation will tell you what you want to know, and you'll realize that you have always been on the verge of the truth.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- What you expected to face may not come to pass. The availability of resources brings certain realities to the fore, and you must deal with them.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may be unusually emotional, especially where an old friend is concerned. It could be that you're not quite finished.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- No substitute will satisfy your need for something that is truly valuable only to you. You know what you need and how to find it.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may think that you've got nothing going on that would warrant widespread interest, but you are completely mistaken!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You'll know when it's time to move out in a new direction. There will be all manner of signs giving you clear instructions.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You want to be a little more flexible so you can adjust to circumstances as they change all around you. This may require negotiation.

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