Your Birthday for June 18, 2018

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | June 18th, 2018

Born today, you are often thought to be one who will do anything to have his or her way. This is true, of course -- but there is an entirely different side to your nature as well: you are also extremely courteous and thoughtful, highly sensitive and usually unwilling to share with others those parts of yourself that might, if they were known, make you vulnerable to any sort of misunderstanding or attack. You are fiercely loyal, and one who earns your trust and affection can depend upon maintaining them for a lifetime; he or she who is lucky enough to consider you a friend is sure to benefit from your support always.

Also born on this date are: Blake Shelton, singer; Paul McCartney, singer, songwriter and former Beatle; Isabella Rossellini, actress; Jeanette MacDonald, actress; Roger Ebert, film critic; Carol Kane, actress and comedian; Kurt Browning, figure skater; Richard Boone, actor; Sammy Cahn, songwriter.

That you have secrets is no secret whatsoever -- but, ironically, though you have no problem letting others know that there is much about yourself that you choose not to share, the mere fact that you will not share it is something you make no bones about at all. That this attracts attention and scrutiny doesn't matter to you; it's simply as honest as you can get!

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, JUNE 19

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can shine a light on an issue that others must be made aware of today. Your relationships with family members may be under strain.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You are looking for things to criticize today, but such fault-finding serves no real purpose and gives a false impression that you're working.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You mustn't shy away from that which you know will do you good today. An offer of help can be taken seriously, regardless of the situation.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may have to start the day more quickly than usual in order to free yourself up for something extraordinary happening later.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Your routine is affected by the decisions of others today, but you mustn't be tempted to exact any kind of revenge. It'll all work out!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Be sure to give yourself what you need today -- in mind, body and spirit. Habitual behavior may not do what you want it to do; make a change.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You are in danger of overreaching today; stick with what you know -- and with what you can get done in the time allotted.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- What appears to be nothing more than an illusion is likely to be proven real before the day is out -- and you'll have much to do with that.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- The quality of your work may come under some scrutiny today from those who claim that nothing should be quite so easy!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- There is more going on today than meets the eye; much of what you must deal with at home or at work is happening just beneath the surface.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You'll be taking in much more information than usual today because you are in a situation that heightens your awareness of all things.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may find yourself traveling here and there and back again all in one day as a result of a scheduling error that you cannot undo.

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Your Birthday for June 17, 2018

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | June 17th, 2018

Born today, you are not always the most forthcoming individual, and others have to work very hard to get close to you. Indeed, much of what other people think of you is actually mere conjecture, based on fleeting glimpses of what they can only assume is the real you in action. You appear to some to be two separate people -- and indeed, there are times when you feel much the same way, for you often are your worst enemy. This duality, while certainly natural for any Gemini native, is particularly strong in you, and you must resist the urge to tear apart what you have spent so long building; you must at all times strive to curb your self-destructive tendencies.

Because you keep your feelings to yourself, it may be hard for you to find the true love that you so desperately want! The truth is that you find it very difficult to lend a voice to your affections, and you may too often let love slip right by you. Fortunately, it is not always so!

Also born on this date are: Venus Williams, tennis player; Barry Manilow, singer and songwriter; Greg Kinnear, actor; Igor Stravinsky, composer; Thomas Haden Church, actor; Mark Linn-Baker, actor; Newt Gingrich, politician; Jason Patric, actor; M.C. Escher, artist; Joe Piscopo, actor and comedian; Ralph Bellamy, actor; Will Forte, 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.

MONDAY, JUNE 18

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may have reason to look closely into your past today for the answers to a rapidly unfolding mystery. A friend has your back.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You recognize bias when you hear it or read it -- and you must make a few quick decisions to avoid a situation that may develop.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Someone who made a promise to you a while back isn't ready to keep that promise today when the chips are down. You have a few things to say!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- What you hear about another today you can apply to yourself; the lessons you learn at this time you can pass on to one under your care.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're on the lookout for someone who can match you step-for-step as you enter into an endeavor that proves to be challenging and exciting.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You are not feeling quite up to par today, but you're still going to have to deliver the goods when the time comes. Rest up; prepare yourself.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You mustn't be so busy looking for new opportunities that you fail to recognize one when it comes your way. Choices must be made today.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You're likely to receive a warning from a friend that also contains a clear piece of advice. You fail to take it at your peril!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may have to explain yourself to someone in charge before the day is out. Resist the temptation to exaggerate in any way.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Your true colors will come out, and today much of who you really are will be revealed to those who take the time to look closely.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You want everything to be just right today -- but that may not be possible given the situation that is currently developing around you.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You'll have the chance to spend less money today than yesterday without giving up anything you really need. This trend may not continue.

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Your Birthday for June 16, 2018

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | June 16th, 2018

Born today, you do not consider yourself "star material," and yet you are likely to be thrust into the public eye because of your professional successes. You have the kind of life that others would like to have. Many are jealous of your good fortune, forgetting that most of what you have you worked hard to attain, and that your successes didn't just happen, but were the result of planning, process and performance. You are able to take criticism very much in stride, and you don't let praise go to your head; you see yourself in a very realistic light, and you consider yourself no more special than anyone else.

Also born on this date are: Tupac Shakur, rapper; Phil Mickelson, golfer; Stan Laurel, actor and comedian; Geronimo, Native American hero; Irving Penn, photographer; Joyce Carol Oates, author; Jack Albertson, actor; Erich Segal, author.

Your natural creativity is perhaps your single greatest strength, and it will serve you well in both your personal life and your professional affairs. Indeed, your entire career is likely to take shape because you are able to approach your daily responsibilities in such a creative manner. You do things your way -- or not at all.

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, JUNE 17

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You're hoping that you're invisible while you deal with an uncomfortable situation, but it's likely that everyone knows what's really going on.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may surprise yourself when you decide to go for broke. Your ability to meet a challenge head-on kicks in at just the right time today.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You're going to be expected to do more than you usually do on days like this. Express yourself openly if you find yourself backed into a corner.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You can glean much from those operating in close proximity to you -- but take care you're not learning the wrong lessons!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You'll want to get closer to someone who has been in your shoes in the recent past. He or she has much information to bestow at this time.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- An awkward situation is only made more so by ignoring the elephant in the room. You must be willing to talk about all pertinent issues.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Your immediate environment is likely to influence you today in some unusual ways. Someone in charge is willing to give you a second chance.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- The possible and the impossible are both looking attractive to you today -- but only one shows any real promise. Do what can be done!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You mustn't try to do something sneaky or devious today, for you're sure to be found out. Keep things aboveboard at all times.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're in need of an emotional boost, and you know just who can give it to you. He or she is not able to read your mind, however!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Adjustments made today can prove even more valuable to you tomorrow. A rival is ready to make his or her move -- but you know the drill.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Your ability to see things the way they really are, without being blinded to reality by anyone's attempt at deception, serves you well today.

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