Your Birthday for May 15, 2019

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | May 15th, 2019

Born today, you have a great deal of confidence you display in the most stylish of ways, whether you are enjoying social time with friends or professional interaction with co-workers. You have a way of entering a room that tells everyone already there that things are about to get very interesting indeed -- and you don't disappoint. You are able to influence people simply by being present and involved; you don't have to say much to get your message across, whatever it may be, and you find that you would much rather teach by example than by lecturing others about what they should or shouldn't do. You like to have your way, certainly, but you are able to give way when you must in order to maintain good relations with others.

You are quite attractive to others, and whether or not they would be willing to act upon any feelings they may have for you, they are always wondering what it might be like to be with you. You have the kind of colorful and irresistible personality that pleases the senses and fuels the imagination.

Also born on this date are: Andy Murray, tennis player; Emmitt Smith, football player; James Mason, actor; George Brett, baseball player; Eddy Arnold, country singer; Madeleine Albright, statesman; John Smoltz, baseball player; Chazz Palminteri, actor; Joseph Cotten, actor; L. Frank Baum, author.

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, MAY 16

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You will have the chance to do something you've long wanted to try, but take care that you don't jump in without considering the cost.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may encounter more difficulties today than expected, due in large part to an error in how you are navigating a certain situation.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Your expectations may be somewhat unrealistic right now and may require some adjustments. It's all right to hope for the best, however.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You are going to have to exert some extra pressure on someone who isn't getting with the program as quickly as you had hoped.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You'll likely have to be direct and efficient in your dealings with a partner today. This should be understood; apologies are not necessary.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You're tempted to sit back and wait for others to come to you, but that's not how to get what you want. You must be more aggressive than that.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Time has been on your side as of late, but it's not likely to be that way indefinitely. You'll want to get used to doing things in more of a hurry.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You can't expect others to be entirely in sync with you today until you tell them precisely what you are doing and what you expect to gain.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You are eager to explore a new opportunity that you suspect will be presented very soon. Have you completed all preparations?

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may be better off today than you have been in recent days, but you can't simply sit still and expect improvements. Be proactive.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You are fighting with your instincts today, but you're not sure what the main problem is. Ask a friend for his or her honest appraisal.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Money matters come to the fore today, not because you've done anything wrong but because you can do much to avoid a problem in the future.

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Your Birthday for May 14, 2019

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | May 14th, 2019

Born today, you may not always know where you are headed, but you will always walk down the road with a long and purposeful stride. You are confident that if you take advantage of the opportunities that present themselves to you, you will surely enjoy the kind of success that can bring you contentment in all aspects of your life. You believe in making the most of your talents and in developing your abilities to the fullest. When you are not allowed to do so, you can become frustrated and, in fact, difficult to be around. Fortunately, however, you are the kind of person who is able to make the most out of situations that others might not find conducive to good, productive work. You're always able to do something of value.

You are just as happy working behind the scenes as you are playing a major role, and indeed, there are times when you would prefer supporting others rather than doing something important on your own. You very much enjoy being part of a team, though when necessary, you have no trouble laying down the law and telling others what must be done.

Also born on this date are: Lou Harrison, composer; Robert Zemeckis, director, producer, screenwriter; Francesca Annis, actress, Mark Zuckerberg, computer programmer and businessman; Amber Tamblyn, actress; Cate Blanchett, actress; Eoin Colfer, author.

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, MAY 15

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can prove to someone that you're the one for the job, but you may not know all that the job entails just yet. By all means, ask questions.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- The stronger and more firm in your opinions you seem today, the more likely you will be listened to -- and obeyed -- tomorrow. Don't play games.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Say what you mean today, and mean what you say. There's no time to waste on messages that must be interpreted or decoded in any way.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- What you do today may not be noticed at first, but one by one your fans will spread the word and you'll get the attention you truly deserve.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You must trust a friend to do what is right today, especially when you are caught between the proverbial rock and hard place. Mind your footfall.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You can do much for someone who has done much for you. This is more than a mere courtesy, however; you can do much permanent good.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Now is the time for you to take a long look at what you think lies ahead. You may realize you've been imagining the impossible as of late.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may be surprised to learn that others are looking up to you at this time. What have you done to deserve this kind of respect? You know.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- A rival comes to you with an offer of peace, but you may not be willing to let the current contest come to an end just yet.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You have time today for the completion of a certain key task, but you will have very little wiggle room. Don't delay; get it done.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may be hounded by those who know just what you can provide, but you may not be in the mood to provide it just now. Be firm.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Someone close to you had better get used to the word "no" today, for that's precisely how you are likely to respond to most requests.

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Your Birthday for May 13, 2019

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | May 13th, 2019

Born today, you are capable of being one of the most structured and organized individuals born under your sign, but then there are times when you let such things go and you trust your instincts without thinking so much as one step ahead. Which is the "real" you, however? Which is likely to bring you the most success? The truth is that you are both, and that both the organized and the purely instinctive versions of you, when combined in creative ways into a single entity capable of shifting with the sand to take full advantage of situations as they arise, will be the most successful. Neglecting any one aspect of your nature can prove disastrous.

You will go through several phases in which you thrive on attention, and during which you are never happier than when in the spotlight. You will learn, however, to cherish your privacy and to make the most of situations in which you can go about your business unnoticed.

Also born on this date are: Debby Ryan, actress; Stevie Wonder, singer, songwriter, musician; Darius Rucker, singer; Dennis Rodman, basketball player; Ritchie Valens, singer; Stephen Colbert, comedian and TV host; Beatrice Arthur, actress; Joe Louis, boxer; Harvey Keitel, actor; Mary Wells, singer; Zoe Wanamaker, 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, MAY 14

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You are likely to derive inspiration from an unusual source today -- and you may find that you're following in the footsteps of a trusted friend.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You will serve as friend and tour guide for someone who is new to a certain situation and needs to learn the ropes very quickly.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- There are no absolutes today, but that doesn't mean you won't be confident about what lies ahead. You've laid the groundwork.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You can be very proud of the work someone else has recently done, since he or she learned a great deal from you, directly and indirectly.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- There's no shame in copying what someone else is doing -- or at least the way he or she does it. You can learn much; you'll soon find your own way.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- An unusual gift has you thinking that maybe things are not quite what they seem -- in a very good way. This is worth exploring in depth.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You will benefit from renewed enthusiasm that comes, in turn, from the gift of a new perspective that comes to you courtesy of a friend.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Take care that you don't overcomplicate matters today. The simplest approach is almost always the best, at least for the time being.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You must be ready for something when it is offered, for it's not likely to be offered again. Be in the right place at the right time.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Style and fashion are of unusual interest to you today. This may have something to do with the fact that you must put your best foot forward.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- What comes first must be dealt with first -- today, certainly, and perhaps tomorrow as well. Take things in the order they come.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're taking things far too literally today, especially when it comes to instructions and suggestions. Feel free to interpret.

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