Your Birthday for May 08, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | May 8th, 2017

Born today, you are a strong-willed individual with a rare kind of confidence that allows you to face situations that are entirely unfamiliar with the fullest expectation of success -- and so, of course, that's just what you get! Indeed, you're not likely to experience much failure in your life, but this may be because of your particular outlook, which enables you to redefine "success" and "failure" for yourself in such a way that there is simply much more of one than the other. You are a fast learner, and perhaps a voracious reader, and you absorb information at a rate that puts you head and shoulders above the competition. Not only that, but you are also able to put anything you learn to use almost immediately, avoiding the kind of "learning curve" delay that plagues others so often.

You are loyal, steadfast and always willing to stick your neck out for another -- provided you believe he or she will do the same for you. Though you are perfectly content to be on your own, you are at your best when working in collaboration with others. It's important to you to feel you are part of a team.

Also born on this date are: Harry Truman, U.S. president; David Attenborough, television host; Don Rickles, comedian and actor; Ricky Nelson, singer; Toni Tennille, singer; Sonny Liston, boxer; Ronnie Lott, football player; Bill de Blasio, New York City mayor; Bill Cowher, football coach and commentator; David Keith, actor; Peter Benchley, novelist; Melissa Gilbert, 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.

TUESDAY, MAY 9

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may have time to engage in a personal pleasure at a seemingly odd moment, but who is going to fault you for that? No one!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Putting one foot in front of the other sounds like a simple proposition, but circumstances may seem to conspire against you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You're going to have to put your trust in someone else when it comes to technology. Your know-how goes only so far.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Others will surely understand when you seem to lose it for a time. You are under a great deal of situational stress.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may have to interact closely with someone who, historically, has been the cause of a great deal of personal frustration. Don't overreact!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may have to wait just a little while longer before a certain situation is resolved to your satisfaction -- but it should happen soon.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Quality control may be a key issue throughout the day. Others may not appreciate just how hard they have to work to meet your standards.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You're betting a great deal on something that is not as reliable as you wish it were -- but there's nothing you can do about that now!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- When it comes to expressing yourself openly, honestly and clearly, you are likely to find yourself in peak condition.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Something little and something big are likely to commingle, making of themselves something that is the best of both.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may have forgotten one final step in a process that is approaching completion. This is something you can surely go back and take care of.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- The smaller the team you assemble, the harder you will all have to work -- but this also lowers the risk of any information leak.

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Your Birthday for May 07, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | May 7th, 2017

Born today, you are something of a rascal, the kind of person who makes life for others so entertaining -- or problematic, depending on one's point of view. You are often mischievous and willing to play the fool when others are slogging through life with frowns on their faces. You are fun-loving, to be sure, and you will do almost anything for a laugh -- not because you thrive on attention, but because you know that laughter is indeed the best medicine. None of this is meant to suggest that you are not a serious individual or a hard worker! You are both, and it is because you balance good humor and a whimsical approach to life, with serious consideration of issues and a firm dedication to purpose, that you are able to succeed -- and win the praise and admiration of others.

You have a kind of wisdom that others are likely to rely on again and again. It's not that you say things that are earth-shattering or game-changing, but that your approach to even the most routine affairs can inspire thought and reflection in others, enabling them to rise to almost any occasion.

Also born on this date are: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, composer; Eva Peron, Argentinian first lady; Gary Cooper, actor; Traci Lords, actress; Breckin Meyer, actor; Johannes Brahms, composer; Johnny Unitas, football player; Alex Smith, football player; Robert Browning, poet; Gene Wolfe, author; Gabby Hayes, actor; Darren McGavin, actor; Anne Baxter, actress; Tim Russert, journalist; Amy Heckerling, filmmaker.

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, MAY 8

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may sense that dangers are approaching from all sides, but most of them are only imagined. Avoid any kind of knee-jerk reaction.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Your schedule is chock-full, and you may not be able to get to everything before you have to shift your attention to someone else's needs.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Now is no time to hide your feelings from someone who is eager to know what is going on beneath the surface. Much is at stake.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You want to begin reaping the benefits of a recent change of heart, but those benefits may be quite subtle at first. Have faith!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You can salvage a situation that others may wrongly think is beyond hope. You will recognize when things have taken a turn for the better.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may end up in a compromising position at some point during the day, but a friend or loved one will step up and get you out of it.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Follow someone into unknown territory at your own risk, as he or she is likely to be far more cavalier about the dangers than you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- The more you fear looking foolish, the more foolish you're likely to appear. Don't worry about anything but pursuing your dream.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may be facing overwhelmingly opposing evidence, but you are not willing to abandon your view of things just yet.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- The simpler you put things, the better. Others will not be able to listen to you for long, so your message must be short and sweet.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may have to work harder to convince someone to follow you down a certain path. Does he or she sense danger that you do not?

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You can work wonders by letting your sense of humor prevail. Even a short laugh at just the right moment can save the day.

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Your Birthday for May 06, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | May 6th, 2017

Born today, you are a passionate and motivated individual, one for whom dedication is a way of life, and forward motion essential to your very survival, both personally and professionally. You are always on the move, making plans and putting them into play, involving others, gathering teams, winning over allies and supporters. You have what it takes to succeed in business, yet you would never be "just" a businessperson; your deep commitment to others prevents you from seeing things merely in terms of dollars and cents. You may get a slow start, and indeed you may change course a few times as you make your way, but eventually you're almost guaranteed to take the stage in a leading role, guiding projects, shaping hearts and minds, and really making a difference in the world.

Despite your ability to work so well with others, you can be rather private -- even timid -- at times. Your privacy is something you will always protect. Despite the fact that you share so much of yourself with the world around you, there are things you will always keep to yourself and reveal only to those closest to you.

Also born on this date are: George Clooney, actor and filmmaker; Tom Bergeron, television host; Sigmund Freud, psychoanalyst; Willie Mays, baseball player; Bob Seger, singer; Tony Blair, British prime minister; Gabourey Sidibe, actress; Orson Welles, actor and filmmaker; Robert E. Peary, explorer; Rudolph Valentino, actor; Stewart Granger, actor; John Flansburgh, 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.

SUNDAY, MAY 7

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can provide a loved one with everything he or she needs -- and give a little more than that, too. Stay close to home.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You cannot expect everyone to agree with you -- or with each other -- but you can certainly demand that everyone maintain a positive outlook.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may be disappointed for a time when you realize that not all of your goals for the day have been met, but there is much to be proud of.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You are likely to remember that you haven't yet fulfilled a promise you made some time ago. It's not too late -- if you get to work on it now.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're trying to reconcile traditional needs with new, cutting-edge methods of meeting them -- and there are clearly some adjustments to be made!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- The competition may be heating up, but you know very well that you can maintain the advantage by sticking to what you do best.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Those around you are eager to see what kind of ideas you will be bringing to the table. Are you ready to unveil what you've cooked up?

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- A tricky situation arises today that demands more from you than mere know-how. You're going to have to rely on some hidden abilities!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You will have to deal with someone who doesn't seem to be getting with the program. Patience is once again a virtue!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You have every reason for doing things the same way you've done them for quite some time -- yet someone still wants you to change.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- It's a good time to explore the options that would be presented if you changed where you live or work -- temporarily or permanently.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may have to defend yourself when someone confronts you with baseless charges and allegations. You'll surely be vindicated.

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