Your Birthday for April 29, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | April 29th, 2017

Born today, you know how to take advantage of opportunities as they arise, but you may not realize just how important it is that you take care of yourself, get the rest you need, nourish your body correctly and maintain a fit and trim physique. It is not because you wish to be attractive that you must do all these things, but because you are likely to maintain the kind of schedule that requires you to be functioning at peak efficiency at all times. You simply cannot afford to be in poor health! Yes, it takes conscious effort to take care of yourself each and every day, but you will find that feeling good and maintaining a positive outlook are essential to your life and livelihood.

You're not one for social niceties; you cannot abide small talk, and you will go out of your way to avoid the kinds of gatherings that are devised mainly to give others the opportunity to make contact with you and make demands on your time or resources. The fact is, you like to be left alone to do your own thing in your own way.

Also born on this date are: Jerry Seinfeld, comedian and actor; Willie Nelson, singer; Amy Heidemann, singer; Michelle Pfeiffer, actress; Dale Earnhardt, auto racer; Uma Thurman, actress; Daniel Day-Lewis, actor; Duke Ellington, musician; Andre Agassi, tennis player; Celeste Holm, actress; Nora Dunn, comedian and actress; Carnie Wilson, singer; William Randolph Hearst, publisher; Richard Kline, actor; Emperor Hirohito of Japan; Kate Mulgrew, 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.

SUNDAY, APRIL 30

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- It's time to stop engaging a rival in a competition that yields minimal personal gain. Focus instead on encouraging cooperation.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may want to start your day earlier than usual to give yourself ample time to prepare for what you know will be a busy few hours.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You are willing to do what others are not in order to secure your position with a collaborative group that is about to take shape.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You are after something that can only be yours after you sever certain ties with the past and think solely about the future.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Others may not know how to deal with a situation that seems quite routine to you -- at least for now. That may soon change, however.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- An uncertain feeling sends you into the day not knowing if it will end the way you were hoping. A friend will point out the obvious to you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Something you should have noticed but didn't is likely to figure prominently throughout the day. You can handle anything that arises.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You are thinking far too much about what is going on behind the scenes -- especially in your own psyche. Dreams can tell you only so much!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You are aware of what another is doing and why, but you won't be able to keep the inevitable from happening. Be prepared to deal with it.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You've received warnings about a coming danger, but rather than prepare to face it, you should work harder to avoid it altogether.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may discover that someone you've trusted for quite some time is not as reliable as you had thought. Changes must be made.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Pay attention to the little things, as they can have a very big impact on you either personally or professionally -- or both!

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Your Birthday for April 28, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | April 28th, 2017

Born today, you don't always seem to belong, yet you are perfectly capable of mixing and mingling with all manner of individuals in virtually any group that assembles, be it for work, recreation or personal affairs. Though you can be shy, you have devised clever techniques for overcoming that liability in both social and professional situations. Most often, this involves a unique brand of self-effacing humor that is quite disarming, and that attracts a variety of people to you. You do not always see what lies ahead of you with great clarity. Indeed, there are times when you are simply guessing about what is to come, doing your best to deal with eventualities as they arise. You have a quirky, improvisational sort of style that serves you quite well.

Despite your natural charisma and ability to work through your innate shyness, you still prefer your own company or the company of those who know you best and who make the fewest demands on you. You demand enough of yourself -- you don't need others to do likewise!

Also born on this date are: Jessica Alba, actress; Jay Leno, comedian and television host; Penelope Cruz, actress; Ann-Margret, actress; James Monroe, U.S. president; Mary McDonnell, actress; Lionel Barrymore, actor; Paul Guilfoyle, actor; Bruno Kirby, actor; Harry Shum Jr., actor; Oskar Schindler, wartime hero; Harper Lee, novelist; Elena Kagan, Supreme Court justice; Barry Larkin, baseball player.

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 29

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can rely on routine to see you through, as you're in no mood to deal with surprises -- emotional or otherwise. Keep your head down.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- A blast from the past has you thinking something can be rekindled that never fully ignited in the first place. Why not?

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You're going to have to study up in order to deliver the goods when called upon. You don't know when the time will come, but be prepared.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You're eager to progress, but the pace may be agonizingly slow. The reasons for this crawl are valid -- but frustrating.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You have more to contend with than the usual complications. A personal issue is making things far more delicate than they should be.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- What happens to you after you make a big decision is worth some study. How have you changed because you finally committed to a choice?

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Communication is key; without it, you're not likely to get things done -- and someone's feelings may get hurt as well.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You've been trying to work behind the scenes, but there's someone who refuses to let your efforts go unnoticed. You're worth a closer look!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may have something quite difficult to do, but taking a friend along is likely to relieve some of the pressure.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Take care that you don't let yourself be backed into a corner in any way. You must remain out in the open and ready to maneuver freely.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may realize that you have everything you need within your grasp -- except, perhaps, something that gives you extra comfort.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Try to assume a lower profile than usual; you don't want everyone to see what you're up to, lest they comment prematurely.

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Your Birthday for April 27, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | April 27th, 2017

Born today, you are not always what you seem to be. You may, in fact, confuse many as you travel through life, bucking convention, exceeding or defying expectations and generally refusing to fit into any particular mold. The fact is that you may not enjoy success until much later in life than most others; try as you might, you're not likely to hit on that one endeavor that allows you to fulfill your true potential until fate intervenes and you find yourself faced with an opportunity that you never imagined would come your way. Once you do recognize your "niche," however, you're bound to succeed in a way that surprises everyone -- including yourself -- especially since you may find you are good at doing things that you never really had any previous interest in doing!

You are loyal and steadfast; when it comes to love, you're likely to fall quickly and forever. Not for you a life of many different romances; you will be happiest with one love that you nurture for years, and that provides the kind of steady, lasting contentment that you truly need. The support of a spouse is essential to your success and happiness.

Also born on this date are: Casey Kasem, radio personality; Ulysses S. Grant, U.S. president and military leader; Coretta Scott King, civil rights leader; Sheena Easton, singer; Jack Klugman, actor; Sandy Dennis, actress; Anouk Aimee, actress; August Wilson, playwright; Rogers Hornsby, baseball player; Enos Slaughter, baseball player; Patrick Page, 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 28

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You're mistaking aggression for authority. Events will make you aware of the difference, and you can turn things to your advantage.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- A minor misstep shouldn't be taken as a sign of bad things to come. You can correct your error very quickly and get right back on track.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Take care that you don't hurt someone's feelings inadvertently simply by sharing a biased opinion that has no basis in fact!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Do you have a chip on your shoulder? Today is a good day to take a supporting role, which will mellow your mood and temper your expectations.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Someone may not realize that he or she is driving you past the point of no return. Are you approaching your breaking point?

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- What you consider a liability may actually prove to be a key asset before the day is out. More surprises are in store after dark.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- While searching for a valid reason to continue on your current path, you may hit upon an alternative activity that you can't resist.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Take care that confidence doesn't come off as cockiness; you want people to take you seriously! Expectations are high on all fronts.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may be going through a rough period where a current project is concerned. Not everyone is on the same page just yet.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Don't misinterpret someone's natural shyness as something more sinister. He or she is not trying to keep you at bay for any reason.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You're going to learn a great lesson about yourself and how you fit into your immediate surroundings. Remember it always!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're eager to find out from someone just what you are supposed to be doing, but in truth, you are in charge of your own affairs!

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