Your Birthday for October 03, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | October 3rd, 2017

Born today, you are something of the "strong, silent type," and yet there are times when even you realize that you must step forward and make your feelings known in no uncertain terms. Just because you usually prefer to keep your mouth closed and your eyes and ears open doesn't mean that you don't know how to say what you think -- and do so to great effect! Indeed, when you do speak up, you are sure to attract quite an audience, for you have the element of surprise working for you: Very few ever expect you to speak up in the first place, so when you do they are bound to lend you their ears. There may be some who accuse you of adopting too much of a laissez-faire attitude, of turning a blind eye to injustice and wrong in the world. You would remind them, of course, that you always find it best to step in only when absolutely necessary -- and this is, to a large degree, how you approach the outside world.

In your private life, though it may seem quiet and uneventful to others, you are actually quite emotional, and the likelihood is that you will fall in love again and again. You are not always after something permanent, though you will always invest fully in a relationship for as long as it lasts.

Also born on this date are: Gwen Stefani, singer; Neve Campbell, actress; Stevie Ray Vaughan, musician; Lena Headey, actress; Clive Owen, actor; Al Sharpton, civil rights leader; Lindsey Buckingham, musician and singer; Gore Vidal, author; Dave Winfield, 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.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 4

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You cannot get everything done all at once today; you must prioritize, and start your day by addressing the most pressing issues one at a time.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may not be able to take the next step in a series of calculated actions until you hear from someone who is reviewing your progress.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You'll enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity -- if not today, then in short order, certainly. Are you ready for the changes that will result?

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Others will want to get closer to you than usual today because of what you bring into the room. It's more than energy or attitude.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Getting yourself in better shape, physically and emotionally, will involve a kind of honest self-assessment you may be afraid of.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You're being perhaps a bit too relaxed about a certain developing situation. Others are criticizing you for your cavalier attitude.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Your reasoning certainly makes sense to you, as it should, but you may have to work harder than usual to explain yourself to a loved one.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may not be facing a busy day, but that's no reason to let up. Work on honing your skills and keeping yourself prepared in every way.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You want to get in touch with someone who can help you out of a difficult spot, but you may not know how. Study this situation.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You must bring your A-game today, as the competition is likely to be fierce -- and someone may actually be gunning for you right now!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You can say what you want, but you must know that not everything you say can be backed up with action. Try to be more realistic.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Changes lie ahead, and you may feel that time is short. Indeed, there is much for you to do today to prepare for what is fast approaching.

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Your Birthday for October 02, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | October 2nd, 2017

Born today, you are not the kind to charge headlong into any kind of conflict, and yet at the same time -- and perhaps paradoxically to some -- neither are you one to avoid a fight when it comes your way. The secret to this careful balance is the confidence you have in yourself and your beliefs, and your ability to apply careful thought to almost any situation, no matter how incendiary. You are also able to use a wide range of "weapons" to combat any sort of challenge or affront -- and none of these requires any sort of physical violence at all. Your two primary tools are behavior and words; with these, you are able to control almost any situation in a way that gives you the advantage. You understand, too, that words can cut to the quick, and wound far more permanently than any physical act.

There is a danger at times that you may become too adept at talking your way into a difficult situation while intending to do just the opposite. Knowing you cannot do everything on your own, you must always surround yourself with people who can extricate you from dangerous situations in which you find yourself.

Also born on this date are: Mahatma Gandhi, Indian leader; Sting, singer; Kelly Ripa, actress and TV host; Avery Brooks, actor; Richard III, King of England; Groucho Marx, actor and comic; Bud Abbott, actor and comic; Annie Leibovitz, photographer; Don McLean, singer and songwriter; Donna Karan, designer; Lorraine Bracco, actress; Chris LeDoux, singer.

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, OCTOBER 3

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Someone close to you may offer encouragement in a way that takes you somewhat by surprise -- but it certainly works the way it should!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You can follow a new trail very far today, trusting that you will get where you are going in a manner that is both speedy and productive.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You're nearing a destination that promises more than you had anticipated -- but can you really trust what you are hearing? Investigate further.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You are not alone in your current endeavor, though you may not be able to identify those who are actually helping -- directly or indirectly.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're not interested in conventional methods at this time; you are more keen on a new approach that will perhaps make others uncomfortable.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You will have to stop and think about what is actually driving you right now, as someone else casts doubt on your acknowledged motives.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Only the tip of the iceberg has been visible to you so far, but today you're likely to see the whole thing for what it really is.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may be thinking in realistic terms throughout much of the day, but one key interaction will require you to see things symbolically.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You can give a top-notch effort today, even though you are not in a controlling position -- nor do you have all the tools available.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You have to observe certain rules and limits today, at least in what you do -- but you can be much more free in the way you think.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Circumstances may not favor your efforts today, but that doesn't give you a reason to stop doing what you're doing!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You mustn't let criticism dampen your enthusiasm for a certain endeavor today. Despite what others may say, you're onto something!

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Your Birthday for October 01, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | October 1st, 2017

Born today, you are one of those gifted individuals for whom so much in life seems to be easy, and indeed there will be times when you breeze through the weeks and months as if the world was designed as your very own playground, so capable and accomplished -- and happy -- will you be. There are times, however, in which the realities of everyday life -- those ugly, unfortunate realities that you cannot control -- will catch up with you, and it is then that your true character will reveal itself. For there is no one born under your sign, or any other for that matter, who is better able to weather the hard times and bounce back than you. You are sure to attract the attention of others as you make your way through life: Some will praise you, and some will criticize -- but the critics are only revealing that they are jealous of you.

You aren't one to enjoy sharing your private affairs with anyone but those who are directly involved, and you will shut the door -- nay, slam it! -- on anyone who tries to intrude, regardless of his or her reasons. You can certainly cope with your professional life being in the spotlight, but you cherish your privacy, and will protect it at all costs.

Also born on this date are: Julie Andrews, actress and singer; Zach Galifianakis, actor and comedian; Jimmy Carter, U.S. president; Richard Harris, actor; Tom Bosley, actor; Walter Matthau, actor; Matt Cain, baseball player; Stella Stevens, actress; George Peppard, actor; Rod Carew, baseball player; Vladimir Horowitz, pianist; Tim O'Brien, author.

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, OCTOBER 2

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Someone contacts you with a very important question, but it may prove to be an error: He or she was actually looking for someone else.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're likely to face the same kinds of difficulties that plagued you in the past. What have you done to be revisited in this way?

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- An early start is supposed to give you the advantage, but today it may do just the opposite. Follow your instincts in all things!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Your expectations are likely to be dashed -- but soon you'll realize that you are in a much better position as a result.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Bad is good and good is bad today -- and, in many other ways, what you expect is likely to be turned upside down. Be ready for anything.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You are facing a situation that will demand much of you in the way of self-awareness. You must employ many social graces, too.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may be taking one shot in the dark after another, until someone gives you that essential piece of information that changes everything.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You will always have to take educated guesses now and then, but today there should be no reason for that, as information is all around you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You'll want to keep comments to yourself in order to maintain harmony; there's no need to share every thought at every moment!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may find yourself dealing with someone who gives very little away in the course of conversation; you must read between the lines.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You'll receive mixed messages from someone who is only trying to help. You must convince him or her to stay out of the way for now.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You are attracted to people and situations that seem somewhat mysterious; you like not knowing just what you're getting into!

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