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Your Birthday for August 16, 2017

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by Stella Wilder
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Born today, you are able to go about your business even when energy and inspiration are at an ebb and you are facing circumstances that are unfavorable to you or your cause. The fact that you can weather all manner of hardships will certainly serve you well throughout your life, and though you never intentionally invite hardship into your life you never shy away from it, nor do you allow it to reduce your effectiveness on the job. You can be so single-minded when it comes to your work that you sometimes do damage to your personal relationships; other people may need more of you than you realize, and they aren't likely to put up with being ignored forever.

Your outlook is positive and your ambitions quite high. You expect to succeed, so in most situations you do. You know how to shape the world around you to suit your needs, though there may be times when others fight against you because you are threatening their autonomy as you assert your own.

Also born on this date are: Madonna, singer; Steve Carell, actor; Angela Bassett, actress; James Cameron, director; Kathie Lee Gifford, television personality; Julie Newmar, actress; Timothy Hutton, actor; Eydie Gorme, singer; Fess Parker, actor; Robert Culp, actor; Lesley Ann Warren, actress; Bob Balaban, actor and filmmaker; Christine Cavanaugh, voice actress; Laura Innes, actress; T.E. Lawrence, archaeologist and diplomat; Rumer Willis, 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.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 17

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- What is coming your way will surprise you on one hand and satisfy your expectations on the other. You must make adjustments.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're feeling the pressure of increased responsibilities, but you can surely get everything done in an efficient and timely manner.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- That which is most important to you may be something others are willing to overlook. Perhaps you can all meet in the middle.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Those who drift on the periphery are likely to be pulled more directly into the action. You'll be in charge of a new effort.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Those who are drawn into your orbit will provide you with much in the way of encouragement and moral support. An opportunity beckons.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You can appreciate much today that you overlooked even yesterday. Changes in attitude and outlook are a positive development.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may be feeling unusually spunky, and only you know the reason. This is something you should share with a special someone!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Despite an abundance of positive developments, you may be feeling guilty about something that was not entirely your fault.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- A greeting you receive from an authority figure will have you wondering what might be next. Take steps to solidify your position.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Errors you make will teach you much about what is possible, but you must work to undo what you've done as quickly as possible.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You can combine modern and antiquated thinking and methods to come up with something that is uniquely your own -- and quite admirable.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Whatever goes wrong can surely be fixed, but only if you don't waste any time trying to point fingers and assign blame.

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Your Birthday for August 15, 2017

Your Birthday by by Stella Wilder
by Stella Wilder
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Born today, you are a natural planner, and you are always coming up with some idea or other that you cannot wait to present to your team of supporters, eager to see what they can do to turn a mere notion into reality with you. You are not the kind to do much entirely on your own; while you may start something, and others may willingly give you the credit for setting goals and making plans to reach them, you almost always require the assistance of those who are experts in their own right. But with that help, you can often make the best of circumstances, turning a thought into action and action into triumph. You will come to more than one leadership role in your life almost by accident, and when filling these, you will discover much about yourself -- and others -- that you can use to your advantage.

You are able to withstand all manner of hardships, be they intellectual, physical or psychological. What seems to affect you quite deeply, however, is the loss of a friend -- you may actually find that you are unable to function properly when this happens. Recovery, though slow, is virtually assured, however. Even under duress, you can perform heroically.

Also born on this date are: Jennifer Lawrence, actress; Ben Affleck, actor and director; Napoleon Bonaparte, emperor; Julia Child, celebrity chef; Debra Messing, actress; Mike Connors, actor; Ethel Barrymore, actress; Edna Ferber, writer; Stephen Breyer, Supreme Court justice; Stieg Larsson, writer; Alejandro Inarritu, filmmaker; Princess Anne of England.

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, AUGUST 16

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- All you want is a chance. If you get it, you can very likely make a dream come true -- if not today, then tomorrow or the next day.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You don't want to be the one who spills the beans. Keep your mouth shut and your ears open, and you'll make your way very safely.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Your choice of words may be the single most important element of a rather complicated day. Win, lose or draw -- it's up to you.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- It may be your responsibility to gather forces and mount a campaign that can further another's agenda beyond expectations.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're ready to do something good for someone, but you must wait to see if he or she is going to reciprocate. Yes or no, you can be of help.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may be confused by the actions of someone who has claimed to be a rival. He or she will do something to further your cause.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Don't make a secret of your agenda. Share what you are planning and why, and help others understand how they can play important roles.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You are hungry for recognition, but it isn't likely to come until you have done the one thing you are most fearful of doing.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may break the rules without knowing it. Before nightfall, you'll discover the possible consequences of your actions.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You are able to inspire others simply by doing what comes naturally, but it's something that you clearly do better than most.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You can take full advantage of a situation that was not at all of your making -- but take care that you don't become overconfident.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Your ability to laugh at yourself will ease tensions wherever you go. Others are likely to learn a better way as a result.

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Your Birthday for August 14, 2017

Your Birthday by by Stella Wilder
by Stella Wilder
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Born today, you are a romantic and highly sensitive individual, but you don't let those traits define you altogether. You are also quite realistic, able to see things for what they are and avoid sentimentality. You know how to keep your feet planted firmly on the ground even as you give your imagination free rein to explore all manner of possibilities -- and impossibilities, too! You are a creative, hard-working go-getter; when you set your sights on something, you will either make it yours or eventually face defeat knowing that you have done absolutely everything you could in the endeavor. You don't respond to most situations in an ordinary way, yet you do understand what makes other people tick. You are always interested in lending a hand when time and resources allow.

Even though you may not believe or admit it, you have the stunning looks and graceful carriage that will win you admirers almost everywhere you go. Yours may not be a classic beauty, but there is something quite breathtaking about you and about how you make your way in the world.

Also born on this date are: Mila Kunis, actress; Halle Berry, actress; Tim Tebow, football player; Magic Johnson, basketball player; Steve Martin, actor and comedian; Doc Holliday, gunfighter; David Crosby, guitarist and singer; Danielle Steel, author; Marcia Gay Harden, actress; Susan Saint James, actress; Gary Larson, cartoonist; James Horner, composer; Sarah Brightman, singer; Dash Crofts, musician.

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, AUGUST 15

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Someone may question your qualifications. You can prove that you are the right person for the job, but you mustn't get defensive!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Some may accuse you of living in a completely different world. By day's end, however, you will have won broad support from others.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You can't afford to do anything in an uncertain manner. You may be wrong, and you may make mistakes, but you must be brave and confident.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may find yourself running short on patience, but take care that you don't lash out at the wrong people for the wrong reasons.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may be fighting against your mood swings as you attempt to do something that requires a more thoughtful approach than usual.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may have to wait for someone to get in line before you are able to set your plans in motion. Patience is a virtue, as always.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You must be prepared to act, though you may not know just when the right moment has come. As the Bard wrote, "The readiness is all."

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Someone knows what you're up to, even though you've been trying to keep things to yourself. You may have to let him or her in on the secret.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may be misinterpreted due to mixed messages that were not started by you. It's a problem you have to solve!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Presenting yourself properly isn't enough. You must be willing to share ideas that you might not otherwise share. Be bold!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You're not likely to encounter anything that is as clear-cut as you would like. Shades of gray predominate; nothing is black and white.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- What makes you think that you've given others the wrong impression? You may be doubting yourself and your methods for the wrong reasons.

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