Your Birthday for January 27, 2018

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 27th, 2018

Born today, you are always the one in the room to question authority, point out prevalent injustices and ask why a thing must be so. You are likely to win more than your share of admiration as a result -- but you are just as likely to earn criticism, too, from those who are not strong enough, secure enough or genuine enough to recognize that what you are doing is likely paving the way to a better world. You will balk at no challenge; you will do what is necessary to grow, to evolve, to progress -- and you will lead others kicking and screaming into the future as well! You recognize that your time on this planet is not indefinite, and you will do all you can to make the best possible use of every moment. You don't always follow the rules; you would rather, in fact, make the rules. In fact, that is precisely how you live! To do things your way is to live free and be happy.

You have prodigious talents, and your creativity knows no bounds. You simply must learn to harness your abilities at an early age if you are to make the most of them later in life; miss out on any opportunities and you're likely to suffer for it later. You like to attract attention by behaving in a manner that is unconventional and even controversial; getting in trouble is often fun for you.

Also born on this date are: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, composer; Lewis Carroll, author; Donna Reed, actress; Mimi Rogers, actress; Mikhail Baryshnikov, ballet dancer and actor; Sir Francis Drake, sea captain and explorer; Troy Donahue, actor; Alan Cumming, actor; Rosamund Pike, actress; Bridget Fonda, actress; John Roberts, chief justice of the United States Supreme Court; Jerome Kern, composer and songwriter; James Cromwell, actor.

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 28

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You have been playing an unusual role for quite some time, but today is the first day in which you realize just how important it is.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- What you are expected to do today is not something you ever thought you'd do -- much less enjoy. This may be a turning point in your career.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- It may be time to ask the tough questions, though not everyone will take kindly to what appears to be an intrusion. That is not your intent.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A complication arises today as you realize that what you are doing is going to conflict with what someone else has planned. You can figure it out.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may be suspicious of someone else's intentions today. Instead of just proceeding in the dark, find out what you need to know!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You're ready to take a certain leap, but a friend has expressed reservations and is poised to hold you back. Timing is everything.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You have been busy questioning another about what he or she has been doing -- and why -- but you should really be questioning yourself!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You've been looking forward to a certain natural development for quite some time, but today you may not be not ready for what follows.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may be met with blank looks today if you present your ideas without any kind of thought for what is appropriate. Do it right!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- A journey you have planned may not be able to start exactly according to schedule -- but you shouldn't lose much time as a result.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You are formulating a plan that can put you in the spotlight if it goes well -- but you're not going to be able to do it all alone.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You can inspire others today with your energy and commitment. You can surely bring out the best in those who follow you earnestly.

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Your Birthday for January 26, 2018

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 26th, 2018

Born today, you are never one to let someone else jump on a new idea or project that you have spotted first; you are always the one to lead the way, to break down barriers and accomplish something new that can be of benefit not only to yourself but to others as well. You are a born trailblazer; you will enthusiastically and courageously go where no one has gone before. You will accomplish much in that new realm -- able to teach others how to enjoy the same kind of success that you have. You believe in giving back to those who have given you so much; you are in no way selfish or self-centered, and you are always thinking about those around you who are less fortunate, and who might benefit from your good will and earnest efforts to improve things. Be aware that there are times when you might throw caution to the wind just a bit too much.

You can be quite competitive -- especially when you are young and don't quite know where to channel that kind of drive. As a result, you may be guilty of unsportsmanlike conduct at times. This is not a trend that you will carry into adulthood; though you will always play to win, you will always play by the rules, be a good sport and congratulate those who best you.

Also born on this date are: Ellen DeGeneres, comedian, actress and TV host; Wayne Gretzky, hockey player; Eddie Van Halen, musician and songwriter; Paul Newman, actor; Anita Baker, singer; Douglas MacArthur, U.S. military leader; Scott Glenn, actor; Gene Siskel, film critic; Christopher Hampton, playwright and screenwriter; Jules Feiffer, cartoonist and playwright.

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 27

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Don't let that important deadline come and go without turning in the work that you know will put you at the head of the class.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- It's time for an attitude adjustment, and it will require you to look honestly at yourself and name two or three key weaknesses. Do it now!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- The time has come for you to be quite frank with a loved one about a recent disappointment and your expectations for the near future.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You and a friend may reach an impasse today over an issue you both have been trying to ignore. It's best to deal with it honestly right now.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You are anticipating success at any time, but there are still things for you to accomplish before you are able to collect your rewards.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You can make a fast start today and get well ahead of the competition. Don't make the mistake of thinking you can then slow down, however!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Your plans are taking shape, but someone may be standing between you and the finish line. It may be time to offer an olive branch.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- What you reveal of yourself today will take a loved one by surprise -- but that doesn't mean things are going to change between you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may have to work hard to make up for lost time today after you misinterpret certain signals. A partner can do only so much to help.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Someone you've known only casually for some time is starting to get under your skin. What do you make of this, and is it desirable?

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You are in no mood to be bombarded with useless information today; be sure you situate yourself where you are somewhat insulated from the "noise."

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You are surprised by the alacrity with which someone returns a favor today. Things are looking up on many fronts, and your attitude soars.

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Your Birthday for January 25, 2018

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 25th, 2018

Born today, you are a confident, strong, even willful individual who will brook no challenge or tolerate any personal affront or insult. Your autonomy is an essential part of your life, and you will never bow to one who tries to take it from you. As a youth, you may have been quite rebellious, breaking rules, pushing boundaries and challenging authority -- simply so that you would learn, perhaps more quickly than others, who you were and what your place could be in the world. What you likely learned, of course, is that you have no place unless you make it for yourself, and that you cannot count on anything being given to you for nothing. For this reason, you never shy away from hard work or a challenge of any kind; you understand that you must earn what you want, and that you are not by nature simply entitled to it!

You have a knack for communicating with others in a unique manner, and when you touch someone it is likely to be for life; he or she who falls under your spell is on your side for all time -- such is the kind of love and loyalty you inspire. Oddly, though others love you deeply, you are not always certain that you can love in the same way; love, for you, grows slowly and uncertainly from within.

Also born on this date are: Alicia Keys, singer; Patrick Willis, football player; Robert Burns, poet; Virginia Woolf, writer; Dean Jones, actor; Tobe Hooper, director; Corazon Aquino, Philippine president; Edwin Newman, TV newsman.

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, JANUARY 26

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You've been carrying a certain unspoken resentment for far too long, and it may do some serious damage if not expressed today.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may be surprised at how angry another can get at you today; he or she is only responding to what you are giving out. Make an adjustment!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may be expecting others to do what you are not willing to do yourself -- but is that fair? Today you may want to rewrite the rules somewhat.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You can expect something that comes your way today to be unusual in its form, but quite ordinary in what it does for you. What is its worth to you?

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- While waiting for others to catch up today, you can use the time to your advantage by getting an extracurricular project off the ground.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Keep your eyes and ears open today, and you'll surely know what is going on all around you -- especially that which is not entirely legal.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Is your behavior entirely appropriate right now? That's the question you must answer honestly before putting too much on the line.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You can pass messages and other essential information to others through ordinary channels today -- except in one very unusual situation.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You are laying the groundwork for someone else to succeed. Does that bother you, or are you happy to help? Be honest with yourself!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You attract criticism today for doing what everyone else seems to be doing -- but in your case, it's likely to result in something different.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You're likely to be quite sharp today and able to tell the difference between honesty and falsehood in very clever, subtle ways.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may have to take the initiative today, even though someone else is nominally in charge of things. He or she doesn't have your pluck.

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