Your Birthday for January 07, 2018

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 7th, 2018

Born today, you are perhaps one of the most unique individuals born under your sign, and once you are known you are certainly not likely to be confused with anyone else, even where similarities do exist. Even as a youngster, your individuality proved to be your single greatest strength -- and so it will remain throughout your lifetime. You have been endowed with at least one remarkable talent that will shape the course of your professional life when young, and your personal life when you are older. Indeed, so important to you will be your line of work that it will be very difficult for you to separate what you do from who you are and how you live. You don't always follow established rules or guidelines.

You can work well in groups or alone, but you most favor any effort that brings you together with one other individual who shares your aspirations, interests and abilities. As part of a duo, you believe that you can really change the world! You are quite studious, and can learn a great deal from books.

Also born on this date are: Nicolas Cage, actor; Jeremy Renner, actor; David Caruso, actor; Eden Hazard, soccer player; Kenny Loggins, singer and songwriter; Butterfly McQueen, actress; Millard Fillmore, U.S. president; Alfonso Soriano, baseball player; Erin Gray, actress; Charles Addams, cartoonist; Rand Paul, U.S. senator; William Peter Blatty, author; Jean-Pierre Rampal, flautist.

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, JANUARY 8

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You're not likely to be compelled by that which another proposes today -- but you may use what you see or hear to further your cause.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Now's the time for you to do whatever it takes to get a pet project off the ground. If you don't do it today, it may never get done.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You and a friend are working toward two separate goals that, while similar, couldn't possibly lead to more different results.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Take care that you don't rub someone else the wrong way simply by expressing yourself openly and honestly. Temper your criticism.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- What you most want is surely on its way, but you're going to have to make certain concessions before you can take possession of it.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You have much to offer, but it's not likely to be recognized right away. You must devise a way to "sell" your ideas to the highest bidder.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Home affairs take on a strange sort of import today as you start dealing with an issue that has remained unspoken of for quite some time.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Oct. 22) -- There is more at stake than you might think, and you must never undervalue the power of an "accident" to affect all aspects of your life.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You mustn't take things too seriously today. A sense of humor keeps you from sinking into a bog of moodiness and taking your anger out on others.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may have to reject someone else's recommendation today even though you know it could very well work for you if only things were different.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Are you going to be able to keep yourself out of trouble today when others are swept up in the maelstrom? You must keep a safe distance!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You don't have to dilute your harsh opinion of certain things today -- others know you to be a tough critic. This can spawn discussion.

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Your Birthday for January 06, 2018

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 6th, 2018

Born today, you are never far from where the action is, and you are compelled to get involved in as much that interests you as possible, even though you may risk overcommitting yourself as a result. Fortunately, you have been endowed with tremendous energy and staying power, and you're not likely to exhaust yourself simply by doing more than most people would be capable of doing. You are likely to maintain your youthful exuberance and optimism well into your mature years -- and because of that you will almost certainly be able to overcome most obstacles that you encounter in life, in both your professional endeavors and your personal affairs. You have a unique way of performing even routine tasks that will surely attract much attention.

You are sympathetic and empathetic, and can often be found applying your considerable energies and talents to the problems of others -- with the intention of improving their lives, even if it means sacrificing something of yours in the process. You know how to inspire others to see things through a positive lens very similar to yours.

Also born on this date are: Rowan Atkinson, actor and comic; Eddie Redmayne, actor; Joan of Arc, soldier and saint; Nigella Lawson, food writer and chef; Danny Thomas, actor and humanitarian; Loretta Young, actress; Bonnie Franklin, actress; Carl Sandburg, poet and author; Howie Long, football player; Vic Tayback, actor; Tom Mix, cowboy movie actor; John Singleton, filmmaker; Kate McKinnon, 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.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 7

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may have to work harder than usual to get the same results -- but there's a very good reason for this that you'll soon understand.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You want things to happen in a certain way, but today it may be difficult to get those around you to work with you to make that happen.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You have more time on your hands today than you had thought, but you can't do just anything with it. It must be used a certain way.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Things add up quickly today, and you don't want to find yourself lagging behind because you haven't paid attention to the little things.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You are not as safe as you might think you are, but fortunately today the dangers you face are few. Work toward increasing personal security.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- What you want and what you get may not be the same things at all today. What can you do to ensure that things come out your way?

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- The way you express yourself will make all the difference today. Don't assume that others know what you're talking about; be clear!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Putting the needs of another before yours may be the only choice you have today if you're going to come out ahead eventually.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You can maintain your positive outlook even in the face of one or two very bleak developments. Others see you as an example at this time.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may come up with an idea that addresses only one part of a complex problem. It's time to get a friend to work on the other part!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You require some further information before you can put all aspects of a plan into place. Others may not help you get it, however.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- A change of heart is not likely to last forever, but it may well prove quite significant today -- and for the next few days.

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Your Birthday for January 05, 2018

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 5th, 2018

Born today, you know how to follow instructions to the letter, but it's not something you want to do very often -- and when you do choose to do something your way, you are sure to hit upon a method that attracts a great deal of attention for its complete lack of conventionality. Fortunately, you are not one to turn others against you merely because you so often choose to do things in your inimitable fashion; on the contrary, you have a knack for winning support for even the most outrageous antics -- and why is that?

You have a winning personality, and you can charm almost anyone into being a friend and supporter, even when you behave in ways that would normally rub him or her the wrong way. You can be something of a loner, however, and go long periods of time without engaging others at all, be it in a professional or social setting.

There are those who simply refuse to understand you or to condone your unusual behavior, and it's best to avoid these people if at all possible, for there is nothing you will be able to do to change their minds. Always remember that you can't please everyone all the time, and being true to yourself is always the best course.

Also born on this date are: Diane Keaton, actress; Suzy Amis, actress; Pamela Sue Martin, actress; Jeane Dixon, psychic; Marilyn Manson, rocker; Juan Carlos, king of Spain; Walter Mondale, politician; Zebulon Pike, explorer.

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.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 6

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You'll be put to the test in a certain way today by someone who is eager to see if you have what it takes to do what is necessary.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Instead of being the subject of another's scrutiny today, you can arrange things so that you are the one performing the necessary analysis.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You must take care that everything you say and do is taken in the proper vein. You can't afford to be misunderstood today.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may never understand why the stars brought you and a friend together when they did, but you can surely enjoy your cooperation fully.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- More happens today without a clear reason than expected, and you must be ready to offer explanations that you make up out of whole cloth.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You must be prepared to do precisely what you are told without so much as a moment's delay. Following instructions serves everyone well.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Do you have what it takes to go the distance today? Once you're underway you'll be able to take short, necessary breaks at certain intervals.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may have to change tactics today when a rival reveals a new strategy. Old-fashioned plans yield only limited results.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may have trouble coming up with a quick solution to a problem that seems to have taken everyone by surprise. Take time and be thorough.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- A difficult situation can be controlled with ease today, provided you say what has to be said and make expectations clear at the outset.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You can afford to let go just a bit more today. That extra bit of freedom will allow you to enjoy certain things in an exciting new way.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may be under a great deal of pressure today, thanks to one who doesn't know just how much you have committed to a certain key endeavor.

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