Your Birthday for February 22, 2018

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | February 22nd, 2018

Born today, you are likely to make much of yourself the old-fashioned way, by working hard and bettering yourself over the long term, rather than hoping for some kind of advancement that is quick and unearned. Indeed, your whole mindset is old-fashioned when it comes to your work, and even when others are more than willing to take shortcuts or trust others to take care of the busywork for them, you can be counted on to do things yourself at all times, from tasks that require expertise to those that could be done by anyone at all. You enjoy being responsible for your personal success or failure; you don't want to give others credit for what you do yourself, nor are you one to lay the blame when things go wrong on your watch. You are hardworking, patient and responsible, and insist that others be so as well.

You do not always express your feelings as openly and honestly as you might, even to close friends or family members. Indeed, the greater your feelings for someone, the more likely you will conceal them altogether! Of course, the upshot of all this is that others will do the same with you -- and you may not know just how loved you are!

Also born on this date are: George Washington, first U.S. president; Drew Barrymore, actress; Steve Irwin, naturalist; Graham Lewis, bassist; Julius "Dr. J" Erving, basketball player; James Blunt, singer; Julie Walters, actress; Edward Kennedy, U.S. senator; Robert Young, actor; Thomas Jane, actor; Sparky Anderson, baseball player and manager; Sheldon Leonard, actor and producer; Jonathan Demme, filmmaker; John Mills, actor; Michael Chang, tennis 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.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 23

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You have no doubt that you're on the right track today, and yet you may fear that someone isn't going to let you reach your destination.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You are waiting for information from an expert to complete the overall picture you have of what lies ahead. Be ready to act.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You're likely to receive an assignment today that requires you to learn something more about a topic that is already quite familiar to you.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Don't hesitate to ask for help today, as it is likely to be near at hand. You may require a specialist to address a key issue.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Weigh options carefully today, and make no decisions without having all the facts. Making an assumption at this time can prove quite hazardous.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- What you want is likely to be available to you before the day is out, but you may discover that it is not at all what you really need.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You're likely to encounter a member of the opposite sex who challenges you in a new and unexpected way. He or she knows what you are about!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You will want to call upon someone to address an issue that is out of your comfort zone. You cannot absent yourself completely, however!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You are eager to avoid something fast approaching, but that may not be possible today. You must prepare yourself for the inevitable.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Coming up with a solution to a current problem is likely to require you to step out of your comfort zone and learn something new.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may be separated from someone who has given you much support recently -- but he or she can still help you out, even from a distance.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You will find yourself working in tandem with someone else today, even though you may be many miles apart. This can lead to something big!

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Your Birthday for February 21, 2018

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | February 21st, 2018

Born today, you are one of those people who is fortunate enough -- or unfortunate, as the case may be -- to be in the right place at the right time again and again through life. Now you may be asking how this could ever be "unfortunate" -- but not everything you are present for is a positive thing, is it? Indeed, there are times when you are party to things that you would prefer to have missed entirely, but such is your luck that not much escapes your notice. You are likely to be pulled into the affairs of others, for whatever reason, again and again in your lifetime, whether you want to or not! There are times, of course, when you are rewarded handsomely for your involvement in something, and these are the times you live for, truly! You are likely to be trusted by many, even though you may not trust many in return.

You see and intuit things that others do not; you often enjoy unexpected rewards because of your ability to see the truth, even when it is buried beneath a great heap of distractions. You know how to keep a secret, but take care that you don't make things harder for yourself by pledging to do so when you shouldn't!

Also born on this date are: Corbin Bleu, actor; Ashley Greene, actress; Jennifer Love Hewitt, actress; Alan Rickman, actor; Ellen Page, actress; Kelsey Grammer, actor; Rue McClanahan, actress; Andres Segovia, classical guitarist; Nina Simone, singer and activist; Tyne Daly, actress; William Petersen, actor; John Lewis, activist and U.S. congressman; Barbara Jordan, U.S. congresswoman; Mary Chapin Carpenter, singer; Erma Bombeck, columnist; Melanie Laurent, actress; Ann Sheridan, actress; Sam Peckinpah, filmmaker.

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, FEBRUARY 22

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Your attitude is all that stands between you and disaster today; how you see the world and judge your actions make the difference.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You aren't likely to get as far today as you had hoped, but if you have to stop midway you can surely make use of the time available to you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You must tend to domestic affairs before anything else can really get done today; focus on someone who is not in sync with anyone else.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may discover that a mess has been left for you to clean up. Fortunately, you aren't in this alone, and many are available to help you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You'll have cause to remember fondly some events from your past. Before the day is over, you'll be inspired to improve upon a past success.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may have to send the same message twice or even three times today to be sure that it winds up in the proper hands. Take no shortcuts!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You're in the middle of something that you cannot fully explain, but others are willing to give you the benefit of the doubt.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You don't want to leave anything undone today that should be completed with time to spare. You must be sure to tend to things in order.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're likely to encounter someone who presents you with a challenge that both intrigues you and frightens you. You are ready!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You'll want to get everything done and out of the way today before you immerse yourself in a personal issue that demands attention.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 Feb. 18) -- You are in a really good space today, and can see almost everything in the proper light. There is little reason for a slowdown right now.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may be doing more than your job today, but by taking over someone else's you'll make sure that it meets your high standards.

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Your Birthday for February 19, 2018

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | February 19th, 2018

Born today, you are one of the more complex individuals born under your sign. It's not likely that anyone -- save, perhaps, one or two very close, special people -- really knows the "real you" or can tell what makes you tick in any significant way. You effectively conceal much of yourself from the world at large, and yet it's not always intentional; there is simply something so very mysterious about you that others are constantly wondering what is going on beneath the surface -- and that's something that you rarely if ever feel at liberty to share openly. Even your parents may wonder about you at times, and shake their heads when they cannot explain what you do or why you do it. Your true motives in life are your business, and you never feel the need to explain yourself.

You are compelled to do good, but this can become something of an obsession. That's why you may occasionally do something bad in your attempt -- and whenever this happens, it's likely to prove the most difficult time for you. You are desperate to please, and when you do not, it can be quite traumatic for you.

Also born on this date are: Victoria Justice, actress; Seal, singer; Smokey Robinson, singer and songwriter; Jeff Daniels, actor; Nicolaus Copernicus, astronomer; Lee Marvin, actor; Benicio del Toro, actor; Justine Bateman, actress; Falco, singer; Steve Nieve, musician; Amy Tan, writer.

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, FEBRUARY 20

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can enjoy what comes today, even though some of it means you'll have more to do. They are the kinds of tasks that you look forward to.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Someone is reaching out to you -- and this is a sign that something you've gotten used to is about to change. You're ready to go where it leads.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Information comes to you through unusual channels today, and you will have every reason to send it along when it's time.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A deadline looms, but you don't feel any real pressure as a result because you've prepared yourself for this situation. You're ready!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You don't want to get caught up in a difference of opinion today; you can respect another's views and still maintain yours quite well.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You must think about what is appropriate today as you plan what to do in response to something unexpected that comes your way. Don't overreact!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- The rules are changing, and you are going to have to change as a result. Begin by considering what others have expected of you in the past.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Something that used to please you is likely to leave you a little cold today -- but that's to be expected, as other things are changing, too.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're not likely to jump on the bandwagon today, choosing instead to remain aloof as you continue to pursue your private goals.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- The impression you give today will make all the difference as you try to forge a new working relationship with someone. Don't force it!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Something you learned long ago is only now becoming truly applicable to your personal situation. Expect improvements.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You can expect to be dealing with something entirely new by day's end. Make sure that you are prepared to deal with any contingency.

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