Your Birthday for February 17, 2018

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | February 17th, 2018

Born today, you are likely to dedicate your life to the pursuit of very private pleasures that only you can truly appreciate. You are not one to care very much at all what others think about how you spend your time and energy; you are out to please yourself and make your way in a complicated world -- not to please others or satisfy their needs and desires. You are outspoken, confident and virtually unshakeable in your beliefs; you're not likely to be persuaded otherwise by anyone, no matter how much expertise he or she may have. What is most important to you is your personal experience -- and that is something no one can share with you or understand. Your entire life is lived in response to what you encounter; in that way, you will always be singular and unique.

You are able to move comfortably from one group of people to another without falling out of step at all. You are so comfortable with other people, in fact, that it may seem that everyone is your good friend -- and you're not going to let anyone think otherwise, for you know how advantageous that can be.

Also born on this date are: Michael Jordan, basketball player; Paris Hilton, model; Bonnie Wright, actress; Joseph Gordon-Levitt, actor; Larry the Cable Guy, comedian; Denise Richards, model and actress; Jim Brown, football player; Jason Ritter, actor; Michael Bay, director; Rene Russo, actress; Lou Diamond Phillips, actor; Hal Holbrook, actor; Jerry O'Connell, actor; Mary Ann Mobley, actress and former Miss America; Buddy Ryan, football coach; Alan Bates, actor; Barry Humphries, actor and comedian; Arthur Kennedy, 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, FEBRUARY 18

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- A situation you are managing threatens to get out of control; you must rely on a few unusual tactics to keep that from happening.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- There are more ways than one to reach the goals you have set for yourself. Much depends on your timeline; do you have any wiggle room?

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Others are expecting your efforts to fall short today, but you have something you've been holding back that can guarantee success.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may find yourself all alone for a time today -- but this can be a good thing! Make a plan that promises a bright future for yourself.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- There is no need to get yourself all worked up over issues that are beyond your control. Avoid the emotional maelstrom at this time!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- It's a good day to look carefully at your priorities -- and how they stack up against someone else's. Are you truly competitive?

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You can get a great deal done today, but you must be willing to make an early start -- and, possibly, work much later than usual too.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may not be able to avoid all conflict today, but you can surely avoid any lasting personal injury -- physical or emotional.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Focus on your surroundings today; it may be that a few choice adjustments make all the difference and maximize productivity.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You don't have to trumpet your accomplishments to be recognized at this time. Others have been following your every step.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Issues of dependence will have to be addressed before the day is out. Give someone what he wants in order to get what you desperately need.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You can avoid any behavior that threatens your personal progress at this time. There is no need to be self-destructive -- now or ever!

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Your Birthday for February 16, 2018

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | February 16th, 2018

Born today, you are perhaps the most covetous and acquisitive individual born under your sign -- but this is not at all a bad thing! Because these traits are so central to your character, you are not likely to go without for any extensive period of time; you will always do what you can to get what you need or want in any given situation. While it is true that you always put yourself first, you are certainly not unwilling to do a good turn for someone in need; on the contrary, it is one of the reasons that you want to have so much -- so that you can give some of it to others. Ultimately, what seems to others to be selfishness is likely to prove to be a solid and profitable approach to life that allows you not only to reach the top, but to also help others who are, for whatever reason, unable to help themselves.

You can be a rather obsessive individual, focused too keenly on those things that concern only you. While this is sure to be a benign habit most of the time, there will be periods when you must guard against ignoring pressing issues because you are too wrapped up in your pet interests. You must always be aware of the world around you!

Also born on this date are: Ice-T, actor and rapper; Richard Ford, author; Vera-Ellen, dancer; John McEnroe, tennis player and commentator; Sonny Bono, singer and politician; LeVar Burton, actor; Hugh Beaumont, actor; William Katt, actor; James Ingram, singer; Edgar Bergen, ventriloquist; Margaux Hemingway, model and 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.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- In your attempt to make things better for others, you may make them worse for yourself -- temporarily. This is something you can weather.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- The more you insist on having things your way, the less others will be willing to give you what you want. This is a vicious circle!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Focus on motive and intent rather than on substance today. This approach is likely to increase your understanding of certain developments.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Take care that you're not inadvertently putting all your eggs into one basket today. You'll want to keep your options open; diversify!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- There are many conflicting factors affecting your mood today -- and, indirectly, your relationships at work and at home.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You can prove that what you are doing is timely and necessary today -- but that doesn't mean that everyone will throw his or her support your way.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Concentrate on your surroundings today, and how they are affecting your energy and outlook. It may be time to make permanent changes.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- A surprise has you scrambling to do something to match a rival's performance today. You can keep up -- but you must do it your way.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You can find what you are looking for, but it will probably be in the least likely place. When you have it in hand, don't let go of it!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're going to have to strategize carefully today in order to avoid any kind of personal rift with one who will no doubt be disappointed.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Your perception is telling you that things are almost upside-down today, but you know that not everything is out of whack like that!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You don't have to look at a problem from every conceivable angle today; that way invites confusion. Focus on what you know you can do.

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Your Birthday for February 15, 2018

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | February 15th, 2018

Born today, you are the first person to get excited about a new idea, a new project or a new assignment, for you recognize the potential for adventure and learning in everything that comes your way in life. Certainly, you are one of the most optimistic individuals born under your sign -- and this may actually make you rather fearless in your approach to both personal and professional challenges. Though you recognize that bad things can certainly happen to good people, you prefer to remember that good things happen just as often -- if not more frequently. It is this outlook that keeps you going when others choose to throw up their hands and quit in disgust or frustration; you never cease to recognize the enormous potential in any given situation. You are hard-working and tenacious; when you decide to do something, you do it.

As busy as you may be at any given time, you're never one to overlook the needs of those around you; just as you will work tirelessly to reach your goals, you will dedicate yourself to assisting others as well -- and quite often you will find yourself working in tandem toward something that you and another both want.

Also born on this date are: Art Spiegelman, cartoonist; Galileo Galilei, physicist and astronomer; Chris Farley, comedian; Matt Groening, animator and producer; Jane Seymour, actress; Susan B. Anthony, suffragist; Harvey Korman, actor and comedian; Melissa Manchester, singer; Cesar Romero, actor; John Barrymore, actor; Christopher McDonald, actor; Claire Bloom, 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, FEBRUARY 16

SCOPRIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Focus on habits and patterns today, and you'll come to a new understanding about why someone affects you the way he or she does.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You are after bargains, and you're going to have to hunt. Resist the temptation to pay for the first thing that strikes your fancy!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You are quite adept at figuring out what you must do to fulfill unusual responsibilities. Today, a strange job falls to you!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Take care that you do not behave in a manner that has others fearing for you in any way. You'll want to follow the rules and take it slow.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Now is no time to guess when hard numbers are called for; take the time to make precise calculations, and double-check your work.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- An idea that is accepted by almost everyone may seem inappropriate to you at this time. You can persuade many to change the way they think.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- The time has come for you to demand what is yours by rights. Approach those in authority with calm and clarity, and you'll surely prevail.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You uncover clues today that allow you to solve a mystery that has been a long time in the making. A loved one follows in your footsteps.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may not be able to make use of something that is readily available; instead, you'll require something that is much harder to come by.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- It's time for a little self-indulgence, don't you think? Take care, however, for you can certainly have too much of a good thing right now.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- That which appeared to be a strategic error recently is proven to be just the right approach today. You must make quick adjustments.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- A mentor or role model inspires you, but you may not be able to parlay today's success into something more permanent -- yet.

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