Your Birthday for April 11, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | April 11th, 2017

Born today, you can sometimes be rather self-indulgent, as your emotions are almost always very near the surface and you tend to react in a knee-jerk fashion, without thinking about the consequences, to whatever the world brings you. You will have learned, when young, to fight your way through all manner of obstacles. Indeed, your first instinct is to run rather than walk, to force rather than persuade, to take what you want rather than earn it. Later in life, however, you will surely learn the subtle art of negotiation. As you do, your character will ripen and soften to the degree that you are able to be somewhat more circumspect in your thoughts and behavior. Ultimately, selfishness can turn to selflessness, and you may become one of the most giving individuals born under your sign.

Much of your bluster is merely an attempt to conceal your native shyness and the feeling that you are simply not good enough. This is only a feeling, however, not the truth! The fact is that you are capable of holding your own in almost any competitive situation. You do have what it takes to win, no matter the game or the venue.

Also born on this date are: Joss Stone, singer; Joel Grey, actor; Jennifer Esposito, actress; Ethel Kennedy, activist and philanthropist; Meshach Taylor, actor; Lisa Stansfield, singer; Louise Lasser, actress; Dean Acheson, politician; Bill Irwin, actor and clown.

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.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 12

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may have to go back and reorganize everything you thought was already organized, thanks to a new and surprising piece of info.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're likely to get back exactly what you offer when you walk into a room -- so by all means put your best foot forward!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may not know just where you're standing, but you know where you have to be by day's end -- and you can surely get there from here!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You are eager to see things take off, but your energy and enthusiasm may not be quite enough. You require the assistance of another.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Before you check to see if you've got the right answers, go back over what you've done and make sure you've applied good old common sense.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Someone close to you has been watching over you in ways you did not expect. This may only come to light when he or she springs to your aid.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You will benefit from a change of venue. You may derive inspiration from the most unusual sources -- now and in the days to come.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may fear that something is over your head, but after a little reflection you'll realize that you understand it quite well.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Things are likely to change dramatically several times throughout the day. You'll want to give yourself time to adjust accordingly.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You'll have more time to get certain things done -- but not everything. You'll know when you're in the groove and on the right track.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You are eager to take advantage of an opportunity that someone uncovers for you. Thanks will be in order by the end of the day.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You don't want to do anything that will require that you make apologies -- which means that you must mind your manners at all times!

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Your Birthday for April 10, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | April 10th, 2017

Born today, you are a straightforward, down-to-earth type who enjoys mixing and mingling with all types of people -- and you seem to learn a great deal from your interactions as well. You are likely to attract other people into your orbit at a remarkable rate, even from an early age. Others are drawn to you for a variety of reasons, some known and others unknown. The primary reason is that you have a way of "empowering" others, making them feel capable, confident and important. You enjoy collaboration of all kinds, and you never feel compelled to take the reins when someone else is in control. You are perfectly content to follow instructions and contribute mightily in a supporting role. You feel at home in a wide variety of occupations, so you will always be able to find a way to support yourself.

It is likely that you will have one or two friendships that are lifelong and that make you feel whole. Without these, in fact, you would simply be unable to do what you do, be who you are or rise to any challenge. You need these people in your life, close by, to define you in a way that others cannot understand.

Also born on this date are: Mandy Moore, singer and actress; Steven Seagal, actor; John Madden, football coach and sportscaster; Haley Joel Osment, actor; Omar Sharif, actor; Chuck Connors, actor; Harry Morgan, actor; Brian Setzer, musician; Max von Sydow, actor; Jim Bowie, explorer; Orlando Jones, actor; Joseph Pulitzer, journalist.

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, APRIL 11

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may have a little extra time to fill. You'll want to use it for something productive and not just fritter it away.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- The answers you get from another are not as important as the questions he or she asks of you. They will tell you a great deal!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may have to guard against threats from without even as you strengthen yourself against those from within.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Your search for just the right person for the job will finally end, and you'll realize that you needn't have looked far from home.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You have everything you need to get a certain job done on time and under budget. Now all you need to do is pick the best starting time.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You are able to give someone the information he or she needs without revealing anything you shouldn't. Pick your words with care.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You're in the mood for a little more intrigue than usual -- and you may get it, but be prepared for something even more sinister than expected.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Your contribution to a collaborative project will not go unnoticed, especially by those whose job it is to assemble the next dream team.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may not be able to escape all environmental influences, but those that are most powerful can actually work to your advantage.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may have to acknowledge a personal failure of sorts, but no one will fault you for what was, for the most part, inevitable.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Seek, and ye shall find. If you don't uncover what you're looking for right away, know that it's only a matter of time.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Your ability to charm will come in handy when you are thrust into a situation that is both unfamiliar and, in some ways, threatening.

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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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