Your Birthday for April 07, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | April 7th, 2017

Born today, you are something of a firecracker, and your mercurial nature makes it almost impossible for others to anticipate what you might do next. You respond to routine situations in uncommon ways, turning them into something memorable for everyone involved. You respond to the unusual, the unexpected and the remarkable in ways that defy expectation. This, more than anything else, will not only open doors in your professional life, but will also win you all manner of admirers from all walks of life. Indeed, the mere fact that you are not bound to the word "should," and instead live your life moment by moment, deciding what you will do based on real-time evidence rather than a backlog of outdated opinion, sets you apart and may prove to be the secret of your success.

You require the backing and loyalty of a strong support system in order to make the most of the opportunities that call to you. You recognize that you cannot do everything by yourself, and that you need the help of others to fulfill your potential. Of course, this makes most things much more fun for you, too, as you love creative collaboration.

Also born on this date are: Jackie Chan, actor, martial artist and stuntman; Russell Crowe, actor; Ravi Shankar, musician; James Garner, actor; Billie Holiday, singer; Francis Ford Coppola, filmmaker; Wayne Rogers, actor; Jerry Brown, politician; David Frost, television personality; John Oates, songwriter and musician; William Wordsworth, poet; Walter Winchell, journalist; Joel Robuchon, chef; Bill Bellamy, actor and comedian.

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, APRIL 8

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Someone is likely to surprise you -- for all the right reasons. What seems like a chance encounter will prove to be anything but.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Your capacity for understanding may be put to the test as someone under your care does something you simply cannot comprehend.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may have to provide what a friend cannot, but in the end everyone will have contributed approximately the same amount to a project.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may feel as though someone is expecting you to pull more than your weight -- and you can surely do so, but not indefinitely.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- What appears to be one thing may turn out to be something else entirely. How you react in the moment will make all the difference.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You can demonstrate a certain amount of expertise. Others will flock to your side to learn the secret of your success.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- The end of the day will prove far more important to you, personally and professionally, than the beginning. A friend will complain.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- It's the little things that carry the greatest significance. You don't want to miss anything that could affect the outcome.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're striving for consistency, surely, but there are certain circumstances that may prevent you from being wholly successful.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Are you ready to give someone what he or she wants? It is likely to involve a major commitment of the sort you've avoided in the past.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may have to say no to a friend in order to devote yourself fully to the contest that lies ahead. Take no shortcuts.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You can trust your instincts, but don't ignore the book-learning that has helped you get where you are.

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Your Birthday for April 06, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | April 6th, 2017

Born today, you are, on one hand, friendly and seemingly quite casual in your approach to life, but on the other hand you can be quite hard, aggressive and often so demanding that others find it impossible to live up to your exceedingly high expectations! It is almost as if you should have been born a Gemini native, for you embody much of the dual nature of the Twins, and others often see you as double- or even multifaceted. You like to think big; you are not held back by the kinds of fears that keep others from trying what has not yet been done. The little things that happen in your daily life often inspire you, making it possible for you to turn a small idea into something very big, indeed! You are also rather spontaneous, and you cherish your independence.

When engaged in conflict, you can be a fierce combatant, willing to do or say whatever is necessary to win the battle -- and the war. This is the side of you that may seem confusing to those who see you as friendly and easygoing, but those who know you best know to steer clear of you when you are in one of your aggressive moods.

Also born on this date are: Paul Rudd, actor; Michael Rooker, actor; Merle Haggard, singer; Billy Dee Williams, actor; John Ratzenberger, actor; Marilu Henner, actress; Barry Levinson, filmmaker; Zach Braff, actor and filmmaker; Candace Cameron Bure, actress; Bret Harrison, 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, APRIL 7

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Don't shy away from the basics just because they are, indeed, basic. Everyone can benefit from reminding themselves of simple truths.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're not about to be bullied! When the time comes, you'll stand up against any foe, even one who is much more powerful than you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Not everyone is going to see things through a clear and undistorted lens -- and not everyone can -- but you should be able to.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Your plans for prosperity may have to take a back seat to simpler worries of mere survival -- though perhaps not in such dramatic terms.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- There is no need for you to back away from the stance that has gotten you where you are. You can be just as strong and confident as ever.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You're ready to call it quits, but a loved isn't going to allow you to go that route until he or she is sure you've tried everything.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may be out of the loop because of a recent falling-out between you and a partner, but it's time to get things back on track.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- The time has come for you to step up and do what you have promised to do again and again. Further procrastination can only cause harm.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Things may be going better than they did yesterday, yet you may find yourself wishing that certain things were still happening.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're not likely to agree with those in charge, as you feel they are too far removed from what is really going on.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You can take your fight right to the powers that be, without any risk that others will cry foul. It's time to play for keeps.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You've been concerned about your image for a while now. The opportunity will arise for you to start on a quick fix.

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Your Birthday for April 05, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | April 5th, 2017

Born today, you are a whirlwind of creative energy and activity, and it is likely that you will run far ahead of the pack throughout your entire professional career -- a career, by the way, that is likely to begin at quite an early age and take you through maturity into old age. You are not the kind to retire -- no way! You're going to keep going, keep striving, keep reaching, keep succeeding -- and failing and succeeding again -- long after most mere mortals have decided to call it quits. You cannot imagine a time when you will not be working. Work, for you, is the reason to live -- and your life, and the lives of those around you, will always be better because of the work you do. Your talents are many, and you will find a way to make each of them pay off for you in some way, singularly or in conjunction with one another.

You crave attention, but you cannot abide criticism -- and this is going to be a difficult and complicated reality that lasts throughout your entire life, for surely you will be criticized just as you are praised -- in terms that are loud and highly personal -- and it will be very difficult for you to turn a deaf ear to such things.

Also born on this date are: Pharrell Williams, rapper; Juicy J, rapper; Bette Davis, actress; Hayley Atwell, actress; Colin Powell, military leader and politician; Booker T. Washington, educator; Spencer Tracy, actor; Gregory Peck, actor; Frank Gorshin, actor; Judith Resnick, astronaut; Joseph Lister, surgeon; Peter Greenaway, filmmaker; Paula Cole, 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.

THURSDAY, APRIL 6

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can rise above the fray and get what you want without resorting to the kind of deception that others think is normal.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may find that what you've been working so hard for over the past several months is not for you. It's not too late to change!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You have news for someone, but you must ensure that it's the right time -- and he or she is in the right frame of mind -- before delivering it.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- What you have to say may sound wrong if you don't say it in the most natural way you can. Someone close can help you stay on the right track.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You must protect yourself and others from a clear and present danger. Only you can see it for what it is, so you may have to work alone.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may feel insecure as a result of demands being made that you aren't prepared to fulfill -- but trust that you are fully capable!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You're likely to get your work done earlier than expected -- leaving yourself with the time you need to tend to a tricky personal issue.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- What you can do right now is far more important than a planned project that will take a while to get started. Timing is everything.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're going to have to stay connected in order to get all the information you need -- and disseminate some of your own, as well.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You won't be able to share everything, just some things. This is not a matter in which you have much of a choice.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may not agree with a partner's assessment of recent progress. You'll certainly want to steer any discussion in the right direction.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You are spending a little too much time on something that will benefit you alone when all is said and done. Don't neglect the needs of others!

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