Your Birthday for July 30, 2018

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | July 30th, 2018

Born today, you can resist any and all persuasion, be it emotional, intellectual or physical. You must have a good reason for doing a thing, and if you don't have one, you don't do it. This doesn't mean that the reason has to be widely acknowledged and accepted as a "good" one; on the contrary, it simply has to pass muster to you. If you want to do a thing because it pleases you, that is reason enough! You are eager to secure your place in the memories of those who share the planet with you, and though you recognize that it is not possible for everyone to know who you are, it doesn't stop you from trying to be as widely known as possible!

You are always eager to receive payment for a job well done, and you will not brook being slighted or scammed in any way. Anyone who tries to take advantage of you in this way and withhold from you what you feel is rightly yours had better be ready for a fight.

Also born on this date are: Arnold Schwarzenegger, actor and politician; Henry Ford, auto pioneer; Lisa Kudrow, actress; Vivica A. Fox, actress; Christopher Nolan, director; Hilary Swank, actress; Laurence Fishburne, actor; Kate Bush, singer; Paul Anka, singer; Alton Brown, celebrity chef; Emily Bronte, author; Jean Reno, actor; Casey Stengel, baseball manager; Delta Burke, 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.

TUESDAY, JULY 31

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- A certain situation evolves quickly today and requires of you more than just a cursory look. You must give it all of your attention!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You find, at last, a way out of a situation that is clearly not for you. Be sure to take advantage of this and other similar situations.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You don't want to put things into motion prematurely today. You require more information before you feel ready to take that key step.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You have something very good coming to you today, and you'll want to share it with those who have helped to get you where you are right now.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may have to hang on to some information before you are able to put it to use. Don't make the mistake of sharing it prematurely!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You can approach a familiar situation in a far more imaginative way today -- with the caveat that you must not invent anything new outright.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Teammates may not agree with your handling of a tricky situation. Open this up for discussion and listen to what you are told.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- An alternative course yields very much the same results as the familiar one -- but for one very small but significant improvement.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You are eager to be considered "the best," but you are not yet ready to wear that mantle if you are still plagued by insecurity.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- A matter of style mustn't be allowed to come between you and a friend. Acknowledge that there are several ways to do something!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may find it difficult today to position yourself properly to receive what is coming to you by rights. Time is not on your side.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may have to put up with a rather slow start today, only to pick up the pace later on and roar across the finish line in record time.

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Your Birthday for July 29, 2018

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | July 29th, 2018

Born today, you have a unique way of looking at the world that informs everything you do in life, both personally and professionally. You are truly empathetic, and this holds you in good stead in all things -- but especially in your professional endeavors, where understanding and the ability to see things from another's point of view really do give you an advantage. Your creativity is palpable; you approach all situations from a neutral point from which you can head off in any direction, doing what your instincts tell you is right and working toward a result that is entirely of your making. You are not the kind to do what "should" be done; rather, you do what you must -- whether others approve or not.

Despite the fact that you can be quite serious-minded, especially about your work, you are a favorite on the social scene, as others enjoy how easily you fit in and your infectious laugh. Indeed, you are able to laugh at anyone or anything -- including yourself, which is irresistible to others.

Also born on this date are: Martina McBride, singer; Benito Mussolini, Italian dictator; Wil Wheaton, actor; Tim Gunn, TV personality; Clara Bow, actress; Peter Jennings, newsman; William Powell, actor; Paul Taylor, dancer and choreographer; Alexandra Paul, actress; Ken Burns, 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.

MONDAY, JULY 30

SCOPRIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Others may question your motives, but you can demonstrate that everything is being done in good faith at this time. Stay the course.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You are in no mood to do things the same old way today; you want to experiment and to find a new boost that can nourish your soul.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- What you see all around you can provide plenty of inspiration today, provided you are receptive to it in whatever form it takes.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You'll be in the groove very quickly today, but that doesn't mean someone else cannot best you if he figures out your overall rhythm.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You are facing more possibilities today than expected. Take the time to consider the odds before jumping into something new.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You are fully aware of what someone else is trying to do at this time, and your endeavors may be affected in ways you cannot anticipate.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may be facing an opponent you haven't yet figured out -- but a little experimentation is likely to give you the advantage.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You are trying to send a message, but your behavior may only be fooling you. It's time to get back to basics and do what needs to be done.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You've had a hard time of it recently, but today is a new day, and you can approach everything with a brighter attitude.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Someone you know well requires more than casual assistance. Once you're committed, you'll be involved for the long haul.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Time is on your side today, whether you want to move quickly or slowly. You mustn't make the mistake of being too consistent, however.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You are intrigued by someone who seems to be doing things the wrong way on purpose. What do you suppose could be his or her intent?

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Your Birthday for July 28, 2018

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | July 28th, 2018

Born today, you always seem to be able to maintain a quiet, calm approach to everything you undertake. This is, at least, your "public" persona -- that which you let the world at large see on a daily basis. What lies beneath the surface, however, would surprise even those who interact with you daily! You can be quite passionate about what goes on in the world, and there are times when you seem incapable of dealing with your problems. Of course, this reality is caused, in part, by your insistence on appearing unflappable to the casual observer -- so it is, in a sense, a double-edged sword. You can smile, while underneath you are seething about something that no one knows is going on in your life.

You have a way of attracting attention without any effort. You have a way of speaking, of carrying yourself and of doing things that are simply irresistible to others. Many want to be you, and to have what you have -- but you are truly inimitable.

Also born on this date are: Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, U.S. first lady; Jim Davis, cartoonist; Elizabeth Berkley, actress; Sally Struthers, actress; Beatrix Potter, author; Rudy Vallee, singer; Vida Blue, baseball 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.

SUNDAY, JULY 29

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Others may be gravitating toward you all day, eager to be a part of what you have yet to get started. You appreciate the excitement!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Share your opinions openly today, but don't assume that everyone is going to agree with you. Indeed, you may encounter much resistance.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Despite reminders, you are likely to forget something essential today. This needn't put you behind schedule; correct the error immediately.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You don't want to see what someone else is doing before you have finished your work today; you don't want to be influenced in any way.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may receive a casual piece of news that is not to be taken casually by you. There are elements of it that may actually be quite alarming.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may not receive the support you are expecting today, and yet you must still deliver the goods as promised. You can do it!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- A minor shock has you scrambling to change things so that kind of thing doesn't happen again. You may be overreacting.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You don't want to be the one caught by surprise today, so you must try to be ahead of the game and do certain things before anyone else does.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Others are likely to be impressed when you do something they cannot do -- and yet you are simply doing what comes naturally, aren't you?

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Someone may ask you to report on recent activities and developments. Do you know all you need to know to provide the necessary information?

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You are eager to dispense with the formalities, free things up and do them your way at this time. You shouldn't have to wait much longer.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Anticipation has you on edge, but someone close to you puts things in the proper perspective and calms you down considerably.

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