Your Birthday for April 09, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | April 9th, 2017

Born today, you tend to be rather protective of your feelings; you don't expose yourself to situations that might result in your getting hurt in some way. This means that you are usually a very private person, not one to mix and mingle casually with just anyone. Indeed, you prefer to spend your time with those who know you well -- but, interestingly, you are not always keen on spending time with family members. Perhaps they know you too well for your taste, and are aware of the games you play and the secrets you try to keep from others! In any event, you are likely to have a small, tight circle of friends whom you trust and who are loyal to you no matter what, which is precisely what you need. You will not spend time or energy on anyone who might hurt you -- intentionally or otherwise.

You are not a patient person, as a rule. You want things to be revealed to you immediately, and you don't want to take the time to search for answers. You want what you want when you want it, and woe betide anyone who tries to stand between you and your heart's desire! When that happens, you can strike out with surprising force!

Also born on this date are: Kristen Stewart, actress; Hugh Hefner, publisher; Elle Fanning, actress; Dennis Quaid, actor; Jay Baruchel, actor; Paulina Porizkova, model; Cynthia Nixon, actress; Michael Learned, actress; Avery Schreiber, comedian; Paul Robeson, actor; Austin Peck, actor; Marc Jacobs, fashion designer; Tom Lehrer, 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.

MONDAY, APRIL 10

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You've been out of the loop, perhaps, but that's no reason not to catch up as much as you can. You may be given a head start.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You are privy to information that is not available to anyone else, and this means you will have an ethical dilemma to solve.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You are likely to receive news from a source that is less than reliable, but you have a hunch that what you are told is the truth.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Now is the time for you to surge ahead. Later, you can take a moment to look back and assess your progress. You'll be inspired by a rival.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may be granted a certain level of satisfaction after someone who has stood against you for some time finally surrenders -- for now.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You and a loved one must sort things out before either of you can move on to bigger and more important issues that affect you both.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You must keep things in perspective. The more criticism you attract, the more you must remember to hold your head high.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You don't have much to say to someone who has been challenging you for some time. This may be the day for you to disengage completely.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Trying something new can give you a certain thrill, but is that what you really need? You may want to settle into a routine.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Your word is your bond. You don't want to damage your reputation simply because breaking a promise would be easier.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Someone close to you is concerned that you may not be sensing the gravity of a certain situation. You can give all the right assurances.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may be trying to do a little too much at one time. Such an approach has worked for you in the past, so why not now?

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Your Birthday for April 08, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | April 8th, 2017

Born today, you know how to make your own luck, no matter how the odds may seem to be stacked against you. Again and again, you prove to others that you know how to make the best of even the worst possible situation. Indeed, you love it when life gives you lemons, because your lemonade recipe is second to none! You are always keeping your eyes open for new opportunities, and when one comes knocking, you are always ready to do whatever is required to make the most of it. You can never be found resting on your laurels; you are an expert on building on past victories to secure even greater success in the future. You know how to make deals without taking advantage of others; you are nothing if not fair in your interactions.

When it comes to love, you are not one to plan much. You rely on your instincts and your ability to make any moment the perfect moment, thrilling the object of your desire. Whether you are enjoying a short-term passion or a long-term love, you keep the interests of your beloved squarely in mind at all times.

Also born on this date are: John Schneider, actor; Robin Wright, actress; Felix Hernandez, baseball player; Patricia Arquette, actress; Sonja Henie, Olympic figure skater and actress; Mary Pickford, actress; Betty Ford, U.S. first lady; John Havlicek, basketball player; Catfish Hunter, baseball player; Katee Sackhoff, actress; Emma Caulfield, actress; Biz Markie, rapper; Izzy Stradlin, musician; Shecky Greene, 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.

SUNDAY, APRIL 9

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Time may be short, but you can do much to set the stage for something that will be quite memorable. A partner defies expectations.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You'll get help from a very unusual source. Someone who has been in the shadows will step into the light -- and make a key demand.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You're willing to make an exception to one of your rules -- but only this once, and only for this one special friend.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You will have to assume greater responsibility as a result of an error that skewed things in another's favor. Focus on money matters.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may not be able to reach a goal, but you can make a great deal of headway -- and you'll know better than ever what you have left to do.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You're eager to get away from all that has been bringing you down lately, but remember that you cannot escape from yourself!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You'll be offered something that may be of great value in the long run, but you may be unable to accept due to schedule difficulties.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- The technical assistance you were expecting to receive may not come in time, requiring you to improvise and put your trust in luck.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're in no mood to give another what he or she keeps asking for, but you realize you may have no peace until you give in.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You will have to weigh the input you receive from various sources to determine just whom you should listen to -- and why.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- A certain sacrifice may be unavoidable. A friend points the way, but you may have to go it alone in order to reap maximum rewards.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Complex financial matters have you wondering if you have made the right choices lately. There's no going back, so keep looking forward!

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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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