Your Birthday for December 21, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 21st, 2017

Born today, you do not put a great deal of stock in being "understood" in the common sense of the word, and you care very little about the opinion of those outside your immediate sphere of experience. What is important to you, however, is that you are allowed to go about your business in a free, unrestricted manner; you will brook no effort to pigeonhole you or otherwise harness your energies or personality. You are a strong-willed, high-spirited, eager individual with a great deal of confidence and ambition; you are so self-possessed that even something completely unexpected isn't likely to shake you up, and you keep your feet on the ground at all times, even when your head is in the clouds and you are dreaming of things as yet unrealized. You are destined for success -- but of a kind that may not be appreciated by everyone.

Despite your fierce independence, you are not always sure that independence itself is good for others; indeed, you tend to think you know what is good for other people, just as you know what is best for yourself. You may, at times, spark resistance and resentment as a result of your efforts to "meddle" in the lives of those around you.

Also born on this date are: Samuel L. Jackson, actor; Kiefer Sutherland, actor; Jane Fonda, actress; Frank Zappa, musician, songwriter, composer; Florence Griffith Joyner, Olympic track star; Chris Evert, tennis player; Benjamin Disraeli, British prime minister; Walter Hagen, golfer; Julie Delpy, 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.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You will surely benefit today from an open and heartfelt talk with someone who has been avoiding you recently. Make amends anywhere you can.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Take the time to do something for yourself today, even though you will surely find yourself busy with the remains of someone else's work.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may be accused of doing something merely for your gain, but your track record will back you up as you claim to be working for others.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A memory has you rethinking a current plan. What is it that stops you from moving ahead on schedule? Hidden fears are nearing the surface.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Though you may be trying to keep your distance today, you'll likely find that it is impossible to remain uninvolved in someone else's affairs.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You'll have to take it on the chin today, recover quickly, and get back in the ring to settle a score. You'll know when it's time to move on.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- The simpler things remain, the more likely you will be to progress beyond expectations. Avoid complicating your day!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- A straightforward approach is not likely to be misunderstood today, so be sure to say exactly what you mean when given the opportunity.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Your attention is likely to shift to things that are not of this world. Today, something attracts you like nothing before.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- What occurs in your imagination can happen in the real world, as long as you dedicate yourself to making it transpire in a positive manner.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- The time has come for you to express yourself in a new and exciting way -- despite the fact that some may doubt your sincerity. Prove them wrong.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may not have heard the news from afar, but once it comes your way today you'll want to make adjustments accordingly. Do not delay.

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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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