Your Birthday for December 27, 2018

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 27th, 2018

Born today, you may not have to wait long before you enjoy your first taste of success, for your copious talents are likely to be on display at an early age. Someone is sure to open doors for you -- though you must expect that he or she will certainly want something in return. You must always weigh very carefully the cost of such reciprocal arrangements. There will come a time, surely, when you'll want to prove to yourself and others that you can make a go of it on your own -- and so you will, if you have taken the time and trouble to develop your talents to the fullest.

You must prefer to work for your desired rewards rather than have them bestowed upon you. This is true in love and romance as well; you enjoy the chase, and the more someone in your sights resists you, the more your desire will grow. Ultimately, it's the "getting" rather than the "having" that is most enjoyable to you.

Also born on this date are: Savannah Guthrie, reporter and morning TV co-anchor; Louis Pasteur, scientist; John Amos, actor; Sydney Greenstreet, actor; Eva LaRue, actress; Johannes Kepler, astronomer; Marlene Dietrich, actress; Gerard Depardieu, actor; Cokie Roberts, journalist and author; Oscar Levant, pianist, composer and 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.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 28

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- A change of schedule has you wondering what's next. You can increase your own personal stability by focusing on what gives you comfort.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- The first part of the day may be something of a scramble, but things slow down and assume a more manageable progression very soon.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Someone is not willing to grant you what you want unless you are willing, in return, to help him or her do something only you know how to do.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You've been looking forward to this day for quite some time. Once things get started, you can let them progress automatically -- almost.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Despite plans to make an early start, you may be delayed for a time during morning hours. You can make up for lost time once an obstacle is overcome.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may not know quite how to go about doing what is required of you today. There's nothing that says you cannot ask for explicit instructions.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- To get from where you are to where you want to be you must follow a route that exposes you to certain dangers. You're fully prepared.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Stop trying to resist that which is, according to the experts, all but inevitable. You can work effectively with what comes your way.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You can increase your chances of success today simply by following one or two of your own simple rules. Now's no time to experiment.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- A nice surprise comes your way today, but you may wonder just what's really going on. Something unusual makes you suspicious.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Your immediate prospects are improving, but things may not be lining up quite to your liking. You can do much to further your agenda.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're in no mood to be told that you are unable to do something; rather than argue, simply demonstrate that you are perfectly capable.

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Your Birthday for December 26, 2018

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 26th, 2018

Born today, you know how to take full advantage of an opportunity when it comes your way, but you may be frustrated by the fact that though you seem to know what must be done in any given situation, others do not -- and you cannot always do things on your own! You must be willing to teach others what they need to know in order to work in tandem with you. You can make the most of a situation that might, to some, seem to be anything but advantageous -- but that's when you shine most brightly. You are able to remain in high spirits when those around you are succumbing to negativity.

You are not able to do everything, nor are you comfortable in every situation -- but because you know this you are able to avoid those endeavors for which you are unsuitable. You recognize that you have certain weaknesses, but you certainly don't like to talk about them! You know how to combine skill and luck in creative ways.

Also born on this date are: Lars Ulrich, drummer; Mao Tse-tung, leader of Communist China; Ozzie Smith, baseball player; Phil Spector, record producer; John Walsh, TV host; Steve Allen, comedian; Richard Widmark, actor; Carlton Fisk, baseball player; Henry Miller, author; David Sedaris, author and humorist; Alan King, comedian.

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, DECEMBER 27

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may be trying to go too far too fast. Today, you'll have the opportunity to slow down and assess your situation.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- A bad habit makes you look bad, but today it is making someone else look bad too. It's time to break it once and for all.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You can dispense with a certain artificial courtesy and address a key issue in a more honest fashion. Not everyone responds well.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- An uncomfortable situation arises today that only you know how to address in a productive manner. Others will surely do as you ask.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Focus on the things that are least apparent today. It will take a little practice, but it will enable you to anticipate events more accurately.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You have more room to maneuver today than usual -- but that doesn't mean that you can do anything with impunity. You must follow some rules!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Complications are inevitable today, but you can simplify certain issues by addressing them. The truth is your friend.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You have trouble channeling your energy in a productive fashion early in the day, but later this problem is solved for you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You want something from someone that is not usually available to you -- or anyone. He or she is likely to give you what you want.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You feel that you've been waiting long enough, and today you can take decisive action and have things work out to your advantage.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- What you have in common with another is far more important than any differences that may have come between you recently. Reach out!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- It's time to talk openly and honestly about an issue that threatens to come between you and a close friend. What's really at play here?

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Your Birthday for December 25, 2018

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 25th, 2018

Born today, you have much in common with your fellow Capricorn natives, but two traits are most valuable to you. First, you have been endowed with the ability to work hard and see things through to their conclusion; you are not the kind to give up on something halfway, nor are you one to set goals for yourself without understanding what it will take to reach them. But because it is most likely you will enter a field that requires you to work closely with others, your second notable trait will be most valuable, and that is your ability to make people laugh. Indeed, when the going gets tough, everyone can rely on you to add levity to almost any situation.

You may at times take on more than you can possibly do on your own, but because you seem to be immune from the kinds of harms brought on by working too hard you feel you can do more than others -- often, eventually, to your detriment. You must always remember that quantity and quality are not the same -- and the more you do, the less you may be able to do well.

Also born on this date are: Sir Isaac Newton, physicist; Jimmy Buffett, singer and songwriter; Humphrey Bogart, actor; Annie Lennox, singer; Clara Barton, nurse and founder of the Red Cross; Rod Serling, screenwriter and producer; Sissy Spacek, actress; Barbara Mandrell, singer and actress; Cab Calloway, bandleader.

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.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 26

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You'll be reminded again that "knowledge is power." The information at play today will be used in all kinds of ways.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You have set priorities that are not negotiable at this time. Others must be willing to give way to you as you move through your day.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Your desires clash with another's today. What you do to ease someone's pain will benefit yourself and those closest to you as well.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You can put a certain issue behind you, at least for the time being. Don't be surprised, however, if it is revived in the near future.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- A difficult time is eased by the appearance of an old friend and colleague on the scene. You'll want to do what he or she tells you to do!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You have a clearer view of what lies directly ahead of you today, but the plans you are making must still take into account unknown variables.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You are tempted to reveal something ahead of time -- but warning signs urge you not to do so. Your reasoning may be faulty; play it safe.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Someone plants a seed in your head today and has you dreaming of something that may be out of reach for quite some time.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You've been following the rules, but you still aren't getting where you believe you ought to go. It may be time for a dramatic change.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You have time to think through a situation with more care than usual today. What is revealed to you takes you by surprise, certainly.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Things are being turned upside down at this time by forces you do not completely understand. It may be time to talk to an expert.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You must try to progress today according to a concrete plan if you want certain things to happen at certain times. Avoid improvisation.

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