Your Birthday for December 20, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 20th, 2017

Born today, you are never so content as you are at home with the things that give you the greatest personal comfort. Familiarity is important to you; you tend not to trust things that are new or different, or that are not an immediate good fit for you. If something promotes a sense of well-being and allows you to be yourself no matter what comes your way, it is surely for you -- from an old piece of clothing to a favorite meal or book to an activity that reminds you that, despite all evidence to the contrary, things are very much the way they should be. Others born under your sign may call you a fuddy-duddy -- but the fact is that you are concerned only with what suits you; you are not all that interested in pleasing others.

You enjoy conversation with friends, but you are not a fan of small talk, and you steer clear of strangers who might not understand or agree with your point of view. You know how to listen and absorb information quite well, and you don't always have to be the center of attention. You can get a great deal done by working diligently behind the scenes.

Also born on this date are: Jonah Hill, actor; Peter Criss, drummer; George Roy Hill, filmmaker; Dick Wolf, TV producer; Harvey Firestone, tire mogul; Irene Dunne, actress; Jenny Agutter, actress; Branch Rickey, baseball manager and civil rights pioneer; Uri Geller, psychic; John Hillerman, actor; Oronce Fine, mathematician; Aubrey Huff, 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.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 21

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You have some fun to look forward to today -- but first you must tend to certain responsibilities that stand between you and the prize.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You'll be inspired by someone who, you now realize, has been by your side all along. It's a good day to express your gratitude.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Don't listen to anyone who tells you that "you cannot" or "you should not" today. Do precisely what your instincts tell you to do!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Keep your feet on the ground today, even as you get your head in the clouds about an idea that seems just too good to be true.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may be asked for a full report on a recent adventure, but you may only have time to share highlights. That should be enough to inspire others.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You mustn't believe everything you hear today; there are those who thrive on spreading false information to those hungry for it.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You know the difference between what is true and what is not, and today you'll have the chance to demonstrate the strength of your position.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Doing something by the book may not be as much fun as some other methods, but it can certainly keep you out of trouble today.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're enjoying an opportunity that someone you know enjoyed only a short time ago. It may be valuable to share stories with each other.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You are far more enthusiastic about certain planned activities today than anyone else might have guessed -- but you have a secret!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Use as few words as possible today, especially when passing on the most important messages. Too many words are a distraction.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You mustn't rely on anyone else to clean up after you today -- literally or figuratively. Be responsible for yourself at all times.

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Your Birthday for December 19, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 19th, 2017

Born today, you do not always have your feet planted firmly on the ground -- especially when you are exploring options and charting a course through new territory. You can be quite imaginative and you often let flights of fancy dictate your actions, putting your heart before your head and letting it lead you. Others may fault you for being a little too carefree; indeed, you are likely to encounter more than your share of dangers because of your unfettered approach to life, but you would have it no other way. You want to be free to do what you will, to respond naturally to what comes, and to make decisions that are based on what feels best rather than what you are told is the right thing to do. Highly creative, you seek a kind of satisfaction that only free expression can provide.

You trust in appearances, and as a result you may be fooled more than once by that which is not what it seems to be. Still, you believe in the old adage that "a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush," so whatever you get will be just fine with you -- as long as you can use it to optimize your experiences and maximize your rewards.

Also born on this date are: Alyssa Milano, actress; Jake Gyllenhaal, actor; Criss Angel, illusionist; Jennifer Beals, actress; Tyson Beckford, actor and model; Tim Reid, actor; Edith Piaf, French singer; Robert Urich, actor; Sir Ralph Richardson, actor; Leonid Brezhnev, Soviet leader.

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, DECEMBER 20

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- No matter how far-fetched an idea may sound today, it's worth putting it into motion just to see where you end up. Nothing is permanent!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're likely to make a very small error today from which you can learn a very big lesson. You may be tempted to repeat it -- but don't!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You'll want to get advice from someone who has been in your shoes before -- but that person may be unusually hard to find today.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You are responsible for more than you know. Others are waiting for you to come through so they can step forward and claim what's theirs.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Synchronicity is the name of the game today, and you must do nothing that prevents those around you from working together in a creative way.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You're eager to spend some time alone, but that luxury isn't likely to be afforded to you today as others ask for your time and attention.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Go after what you want, but don't tie your success to someone else's failure. You must continue to wish the best for others, even the competition.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Any kind of overreaction today is likely to make matters worse, so you'll want to keep your emotions in check no matter how bad things get.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- It's time to be the hero or the goat, and today that role has been prescribed for you by someone who knows you better than you do.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may have to do something that you've long suspected would fall to you eventually -- and today is the day. Get it done!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You're not in a position that will allow you to step outside your comfort zone with much confidence today -- but there is still much to be done.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You have a surprise in store for a friend or loved one, but don't jump the gun. Wait until all signs point to the perfect moment.

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Your Birthday for December 18, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 18th, 2017

Born today, you have a nose for trouble, and while you are likely to get into a lot of it in your long and storied life, you are fortunately also quite adept at getting out of it, so it's not likely you will ever stumble into something permanent. That said, you must always guard against the kind of trouble that pulls other people into the quagmire; you may get used to dealing with the consequences of your actions, but you don't want others to suffer for your errors, missteps and misjudgments. On the plus side, the traits that tend to find you in hot water again and again are also the very same that give you an edge in both personal and professional affairs.

You like things to be hot and heavy, and you can become very quickly bored and disenchanted when things calm down and quiet reigns. While others find comfort in routine, you would much rather deal with the unexpected and uncommon, for you believe in your heart that such things bring the greatest possible rewards in the end.

Also born on this date are: Cicely Tyson, actress; Brad Pitt, actor; Christina Aguilera, singer; Steven Spielberg, filmmaker; Joseph Stalin, Soviet dictator; Katie Holmes, actor; Keith Richards, guitarist; Ray Liotta, actor; Ossie Davis, actor; Betty Grable, actress; Franz Ferdinand, Austrian archduke; Paul Klee, painter; Leonard Maltin, film critic.

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, DECEMBER 19

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- A certain indulgence is likely to leave you in a vulnerable place when all is said and done. Take precautions; know whom you can trust.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- A troubling issue is coming to a head, and you must be ready to deal with any peripheral issues before attacking it head-on.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Your natural ability may not be enough to see you through today; you must also be willing to study up on current trends and practices.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You'll receive a message from a superior today that has you wondering if it's not time for a change -- but this may be an overreaction.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You are prepared to go to the mat for someone who has put his or her trust in you, but that may not yet be necessary today. Remain vigilant.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You are more willing to deal with a certain uncomfortable issue today than others in your circle. You can lead many people out of trouble.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You have been charged with doing two different things at the same time today -- but is that even possible? Be creative!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- When the time comes, you will know it. When the answer is in your head, you will likewise know it. You have the advantage; use it!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're going to have to pick up the pace today if you want to reach a certain goal in the time you've given yourself -- but take no shortcuts.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- The people you know from work are likely to impact you in ways you had not anticipated today. Keep yourself from reacting in kind.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You have a way of announcing yourself that others don't always appreciate -- but today that's not likely to be the case.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're going to have to sort through certain key messages today in order to decide which must be followed to the letter, and which need not.

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