Your Birthday for January 25, 2019

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 25th, 2019

Born today, you do not subscribe to the kinds of traditional roles that others do. You know that to follow your own instincts and ignore the dictates of society is to allow yourself to blossom fully and to be as content as possible. You are never one to listen to those who insist on telling you what you "should" do; rather, you do only that which seems likely to give you strength and status. Indeed, you may be far too concerned with how you look in the eyes of others -- which is an interesting paradox, surely! You don't care what others say about you, but you want them always to see you for who you are.

Your personal relationships may be marred by an inability to put anyone else in the leading role in your life. It's not so much that this is a negative thing, but rather something that others aren't likely to understand or be willing to accommodate. You will always come first, and those who interact with you must recognize and accept this.

Also born on this date are: Alicia Keys, singer; Patrick Willis, football player; Robert Burns, poet; Virginia Woolf, writer; Dean Jones, actor; Tobe Hooper, director; Corazon Aquino, Philippine president; Edwin Newman, TV newsman.

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, JANUARY 26

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- A little extra study goes a long way today. You want to know more than the basics -- and the more you know, the more you can accomplish.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Domestic affairs take on a new quality today; this may be subtle, but it will surely be significant. Others try to catch up.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You can silence your critics today with one simple maneuver. You must understand, however, that this is likely to work only once!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may be considering a change in tactics, but today is not the day to shake things up. Do what you know how to do best.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Your enthusiasm is generally high, but certain events today may cause it to wane somewhat. You'll recover later on, surely.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- It's never too late to make a change that increases efficiency and productivity. Do you know what that is, however? Can it be made today?

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- It may be more difficult than expected to get going today, but once you do you can count on momentum to keep you going. Plans are solid.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- The pace is likely to increase throughout much of the day; you cannot afford to be sidelined. Overlook nothing as you study the landscape.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may be the only person to enjoy an unobstructed view of what lies ahead today. Share what you see with those around you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Something that has been quite slow to emerge is likely to mature very quickly today and affect you fully before nightfall. Make preparations.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You are keen on any idea that benefits many, rather than only a few. Today, such ideas may come to you very quickly indeed.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may choose to begin with the most difficult of tasks today; there are benefits to such a plan -- but it is surely a double-edged sword.

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Your Birthday for January 24, 2019

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 24th, 2019

Born today, you never let "reality" get you down or restrict you in any way. You are far more willing than most to jump into a new situation without any kind of preconceived notions, as you are very confident that you will learn what you need to know quickly. You are perhaps more of a follower than a leader, but when required you can step to the front of the line and guide others to their chosen destination; it's just not something that comes as naturally to you as it might to another. You are always enthusiastic about a friend's efforts and offer encouragement at every turn.

There is something of the hero in your nature, for you will step up and do remarkable things in the most unusual situations -- often without being called upon to do so. You don't require any sort of reward or recognition for such derring-do, of course, and you always revert quickly to your habitual supporting role.

Also born on this date are: Ernest Borgnine, actor; John Belushi, actor and comedian; Neil Diamond, singer; Mary Lou Retton, Olympic gymnast; Sharon Tate, actress; Aaron Neville, singer; Warren Zevon, singer and songwriter; Maria Tallchief, ballerina; Nastassja Kinski, actress; Edith Wharton, novelist.

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, JANUARY 25

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Your schedule is already quite full, but you'll want to make room for just one more activity today that can win you unexpected gains.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Are you feeling like the "odd man out" today? You can do something to improve your situation considerably, but not everyone may approve.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You can get a good deal done today while you wait patiently to learn what you will be expected to do tomorrow. You have a hunch what it is.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You and a rival may be testing each other in a way that can turn out very well for you, and not so well for him. That's the way it goes!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Your contentment is wrapped up with someone else's today, and there's little you can do to change that situation; rather, make it work for you!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You've been letting someone else hold you back for too long; today, it's time for you to explore options that were not available only yesterday.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You can bet that the truth will be revealed today just in time. You must be ready to swing into action when a certain mystery is solved.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You can do much to assist someone else who is working hard to put things into place as required. The rules seem to suit you right now.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You are content to be in the background for a while today, but you must be ready to take center stage when given the opportunity.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You must not only know what tools are available to you, but you must also know how to use them. It's time for you to learn quickly!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Others are likely to drift into your orbit today, though for reasons you are not likely to understand at first. Later, it all makes sense.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You know what's fast approaching, and you're able to prepare for it -- but you may not be able to help a friend in the time available.

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Your Birthday for January 23, 2019

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | January 23rd, 2019

Born today, you are not always what you seem to be, and there are those who find you mysterious because you do not seem to put the "real you" on display very often. Those who know you best understand that you are far more complex than anyone might suspect; you are often ruled by impulses that seem to go against your better nature. Life, therefore, is likely to be a continual effort to balance the good and the bad beneath your stylish and sometimes overly casual exterior. You know how to dedicate yourself to a cause, but it is a good thing that you are an expert multitasker, for you can easily be distracted by fleeting pleasures.

You can be unusually aggressive and surprise others with the strength of your resolve when the going gets tough. While those around you may think that you care little for anything of any import whatsoever, the fact is that you care perhaps too much, and when you are put to the test you can surely rise to any mental or physical challenge.

Also born on this date are: Mariska Hargitay, actress; Ernie Kovacs, TV personality; Richard Dean Anderson, actor; John Hancock, founding father; Princess Caroline of Monaco; Rutger Hauer, actor; Randolph Scott, actor; Edouard Manet, painter; Chita Rivera, 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.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 24

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You're tired of hearing the same old warnings from someone whose information is outdated; you know that it's a good time to take a risk.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- A private issue turns into something that concerns others today -- though you alone may be in a position to solve the problems that arise.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You know what is possible, and you know what you are capable of -- so why are you listening to another who says that your time has passed?

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A reunion with an old friend does more than warm your heart; it is likely to inspire you to reach for something you've always wanted.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You know that there is a time and a place for everything, but that may only make it more difficult to decide what is the "right" thing to do today.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You and a friend must not let frank talk come between you; there's no reason why a disagreement has to make things difficult at this time.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Now is not the time for you to interrupt yourself as you attempt to get something done on or ahead of schedule. Stay the course; concentrate!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You will want to choose your words with great care today; what you say is likely to be remembered, and you mustn't damage your reputation.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You are eager to let someone else know what you are up to, but to let the cat out of the bag today will be inviting disaster.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You can contribute to a group effort today in a way that makes the difference between success and failure -- and everyone knows it.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- What you do for someone comes around to you before nightfall. You'll help another climb at least one more rung toward the top.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You can expect to work quickly throughout the day -- but take care that you don't overlook certain key details because you are going so fast.

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