Your Birthday for April 16, 2019

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | April 16th, 2019

Born today, you know how to learn lessons and apply them very effectively to what you are doing, and you don't let obstacles stand in your way when self-improvement is on the line. You will brook any hardship to ensure that you better yourself, and you recognize that the journey is often far more valuable than the myriad overnight destinations you may visit along the road to self-knowledge and self-understanding. You work well with others, and in fact, you are often at your best when you are part of a team. You needn't be in charge, but you may find that the stars have prepared you for being in charge when the opportunity arises.

You know how to work with all kinds of people, and though you can at times be something of a hothead, you will always strive to maintain control of your temper -- for when it flares, you may actually go so far as to endanger yourself or those around you. Always remember that the calmer you remain, the more you are capable of doing.

Also born on this date are: Martin Lawrence, actor and comedian; Selena, singer; Charlie Chaplin, actor; Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, basketball player; Pope Benedict XVI; Jon Cryer, actor; Wilbur Wright, inventor, pioneer aviator; Bobby Vinton, singer.

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, APRIL 17

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may have to dig a little deeper than usual today to come up with the information that is so essential to you at this time.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You must say what you mean at all times today -- and mean what you say. There is no room for misunderstanding right now.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- What you do you must do with confidence today. A little bravado can go a long way. You have to impress and persuade a great many people.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may feel as though someone else is in control of something that affects you directly. Today you can get things back on track.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Now is no time to try to blame someone else for that which is entirely your responsibility. You must by all means be accountable.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You are able to understand what others are talking about today, even though you've never stood in their shoes. Your empathy is unequaled.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You and a partner are more in sync today than you have been in quite some time. It's a good day to kick off a new project with great fanfare.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You will have your hands full today, but you must also do what you can to address a loved one's major issues. He or she needs your help.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Now is not the time to become embroiled in arguments that serve no clear purpose. You will want to engage only when the stakes are high.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- A matter of great importance can be handled with relative ease today, especially if you solicit the help of a friend or partner.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You must get the basics behind you as quickly as possible today so you can focus on the more complicated details.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You have a certain way of doing things that is at last being recognized by those in positions of authority. Something good comes your way.

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Your Birthday for April 15, 2019

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | April 15th, 2019

Born today, you aren't always willing to do the things you know you should do to advance your agenda and promote your cause. You tend to be resistant to anything that seems so clear-cut, and you are often more willing to pursue those things that are questionable, in doubt or challenging in some way. You don't really like to know how things will turn out. At the same time, you are no fool, and you recognize that doing the right thing at the right time can result in tremendous gains. Additionally, who are you to turn your back on the very things that can help you make your way in the world?

You have tremendous passions, and you are far more likely to spend your time feeling than thinking -- though you do recognize that there are few things quite as strong as a well-built, well-expressed argument. You admire those who can change other people's minds, and often you don't care what the issue is as long as it inspires interaction.

Also born on this date are: Emma Watson, actress; Leonardo da Vinci, artist; Seth Rogen, actor; Emma Thompson, actress and screenwriter; Roy Clark, TV host and musician; Elizabeth Montgomery, 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, APRIL 16

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may have to reorganize things on the fly today in order to maximize potential and ensure you end the day in an advantageous position.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- The quality control you usually apply to a certain project may not be up to par today. Be sure any errors made can be corrected.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You cannot be held responsible for what happens when you're not on the job -- or can you? Be sure you know what your liability is.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Watching those around you gives you a great deal of information that you can apply to a current project. You'll be glad you took extra time.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may find yourself playing a role that is very different from how you originally conceived it. You have more control than anticipated.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- That which was vague becomes very clear today, and that which was uncertain is something that you can count on by day's end.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Something very important starts very slowly today, but once the pace begins to increase there's little you can do to slow things down.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You can show off your natural style today, but take care that you don't neglect something that requires you to get your hands dirty.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You will want to be sure -- or as sure as possible -- that the approach you are taking today is the right one. Imagine what could happen.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- How you seem to others may surprise you today -- if, indeed, anyone chooses to share with you. Are you being as realistic as possible?

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You will have to navigate some emotional currents today that threaten to take you far from where you really want to go. Batten down the hatches.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- What goes on beneath the surface today will have a major impact on what you do, though you may not be aware of it at first. Pay attention.

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Your Birthday for April 14, 2019

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | April 14th, 2019

Born today, you are daring without being foolhardy, emotional without being dramatic, generous without being self-sacrificing and learned without being pedantic. You know how to balance the forces that influence you in a way that is positive and forward-thinking. Your creative drive is quite strong, and you are far more likely to be found putting things together rather than taking them apart. You have to be involved in all manner of things in order to feel you are living your life to the fullest and fulfilling your destiny -- and it is a secret to no one that you feel you do, indeed, have a destiny to fulfill.

Also born on this date are: Sarah Michelle Gellar, actress; Abigail Breslin, actress; Loretta Lynn, singer; Adrien Brody, actor; Pete Rose, baseball player; Robert Carlyle, actor; Annie Sullivan, teacher; Julie Christie, actress.

You are eager to travel the world, but you don't have to travel first class. Strap a pack on your back and catch the next train and you are off on an adventure that satisfies your every need and desire. You like to do things the ordinary way and explore new lands very much the way those who live there do.

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, APRIL 15

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You're going to have to get yourself updated -- including being familiar with the latest jargon -- before starting a new task today.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Potential is high today, and the energy you put into a certain endeavor will inspire those around you to match you step for step.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Pay attention to details today, and be sure to allow all moving parts to do what they do without impeding them.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may be encountering two obstacles that seem to cancel out each other in some odd way. This makes things much easier for you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Travel may be in the picture today, but you must be sure that you have left no stone unturned before starting out toward your destination.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You are likely to find something of great importance hovering about you, ready for you to use it to your advantage. It's been there a while!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You must pay close attention to what those around you are doing today; it may not affect you directly, but it will inform your choices.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- What is usually a solo activity is likely to prove more enjoyable and more rewarding when you invite others to work with you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You have come up with a plan that isn't likely to sit well with someone in charge; take the time to organize your persuasive argument.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're more interested in doing something the old-fashioned way today than in coming up with a new method that may well fall short.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You know what certain things mean, but you're not all that keen on sharing those "secrets" with others just yet. Remain steady and calm.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Someone is likely to thank you, but it may be a gesture that is long overdue. This isn't so much the timing but the method employed.

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