Your Birthday for July 09, 2019

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | July 9th, 2019

Born today, you are one of the most upstanding, straightforward and honest individuals born under your sign -- but to remain so through thick and thin will prove something of a difficulty to you if you are unable to hold on to your "center" and remain confident in your abilities and secure in your nature. Indeed, whether you remain true to your "true self," that product of the stars that is so worthy of respect and admiration, will depend in large part upon your ability to admit mistakes as well as revel in success. The more honest you are with yourself, the better. There is so much about you to admire; it will be a tragedy to see you fritter it away!

When it comes to relationships, you are loyal and generous; you will always do what you can to help someone in need, whether it be a friend, loved one or complete stranger. No matter where life's journey may take you, you will take the time to assist others, confident that you can make up for any lost time very soon.

Also born on this date are: Tom Hanks, actor; O.J. Simpson, football player; Courtney Love, singer and actress; Fred Savage, actor; Jimmy Smits, actor; John Tesh, media personality and musician; Kelly McGillis, 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.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 10

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You are in the right, but not everyone is willing to acknowledge the fact. Take care that you don't become aggressive; don't push your position.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You have a clear choice today: You can double down on a mistake you recently made, or you can correct it. You can't have it both ways!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- The direct approach may be advised by some, but, in truth, you are best to try something that is more subtle and suggestive today.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You receive instructions that send you in an unexpected direction today. Focus on the things that confirm your suspicions and beliefs.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Your ambition is keen, and your willingness to do whatever is necessary is not easily matched at this time. There are no guarantees, however!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You're likely to be tested by someone today in a way that you have never expected. This is a lesson you'll carry with you for quite some time.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You've set your sights unusually high at this time, but that's nothing to be unsettled by, as you're ready to tackle almost anything.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may be surprised at who appears just in time to play a key role in your affairs today. You'll want to make time for some honest talk.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may not be able to avoid all tension today, but you'll surely be able to minimize its effects in the most important of situations.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You've been struggling under the same adverse circumstances for quite some time; today, you should be able to make some lasting changes.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- A conflict is likely to arise today after you try to clear the air. The truth is that not everyone wants to hear what you have to say.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Signs and signals may be clear early in the day, but they are likely to become obscured later on. Interpreting them will take some time.

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Your Birthday for July 08, 2019

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | July 8th, 2019

Born today, you are youthful, energetic and quite visionary; you are able to seize an opportunity and exploit it for all it's worth -- while, at the same time, maintaining fair and honest interactions with all those who may be on your side or who may be competing against you. Indeed, you are nothing if not equitable and fair in your treatment of others -- at work, at play and in the comfort of your own home. You are never one to expect to receive something for nothing; you know that advancement in this world is the product of dedication and hard work. You can be quite quirky, and sometimes your behavior is unorthodox or unexpected -- but those who know you best have come to expect the unexpected from you.

You are highly creative, and you know how to use the rules to increase your own productivity. You have great faith in those who have gone before, and your respect for trailblazers knows no bounds -- but you're not the kind to follow in their footsteps. You will take what others have done and reshape it in your own image to pursue success on your terms.

Also born on this date are: Jaden Smith, actor; Kevin Bacon, actor; Toby Keith, country singer; Anjelica Huston, actress; John D. Rockefeller, businessman; Steve Lawrence, actor and songwriter; Wolfgang Puck, celebrity chef.

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 9

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You have a certain advantage over the competition today, but you mustn't take it for granted or squander it in any way. Stay focused!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may be reunited with someone who gets the best out of you in even the worst situations. Your excitement level increases greatly today.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may have trouble completing simple tasks today because you are so immersed in events that are too complicated. Strike a balance.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You must be willing to look at things in a far more detailed way than usual today. What happened yesterday will impact what happens today, surely.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may find yourself pulled in more than one direction today by someone who doesn't understand how involved you really are in other things.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Complications can be explained by day's end, but only after you put in a lot of effort to figure out just exactly what went wrong.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may be surprised when the weather refuses to cooperate today. You can make on-the-spot adjustments, however, and see things through.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You must work hard to prepare for a coming effort that you suspect will be more difficult than others are anticipating. Ask questions!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- The difference between "seems" and "is" will be very clear to you throughout the day, and you may have to make it clear to those around you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You are planning to go farther today than you think may be required, but that's good reasoning; you may be delayed somewhat in the days to come.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You are eager to see where the current road leads, but you mustn't do anything that takes undue advantage of anyone around you.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You are eager to get things done as quickly as possible -- but it's all relative! Today, nothing is likely to happen very fast at all.

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Your Birthday for July 07, 2019

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | July 7th, 2019

Born today, you may look back on your life and credit luck with much of your opportunity and success, but that is giving the stars -- and yourself -- short shrift. You have been endowed with tremendous talents -- and that's not a matter of luck, but of destiny. You also have the wherewithal and the ability to take advantage of opportunities as they arise -- and that's not luck, either! Sure, you are a lucky individual, but that's only part of the story. You are capable, skilled, charismatic, forward-thinking, opportunistic, energetic, tenacious -- and a dozen other things that contribute directly to the life you lead and the success you surely enjoy.

You are capable of doing things on your own, but you enjoy working as part of an ensemble. Group efforts bring out your best, it is true, and you have much to bring to the table when collaboration is called for -- whether it be at work, rest, recreation or your private life. You are generous, affable, loyal and quite protective of those in your inner circle.

Also born on this date are: Ringo Starr, musician, singer, former Beatle; Michelle Kwan, figure skater; Kirsten Vangsness, actress; Satchel Paige, baseball player; Jorja Fox, actress; Doc Severinsen, musician; David McCullough, 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.

MONDAY, JULY 8

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- The support you've been enjoying in the past may not be there for you today, so you'll have to go it alone for the time being.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You have the feeling you're being spied upon by someone who is eager to know what you know. There's nothing secret going on; tell the truth!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- What someone does behind your back changes your mind about something you were very certain about only yesterday. Keep looking forward.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You are sure to be surprised by certain developments today, but you're in a good place to untangle any webs that others weave.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Your skills are in demand right now, but you may have little time to devote to other people's projects. You have your hands full with your own!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- It's a good day to put all you can of yourself on display. You cannot impress everyone; keep an eye out for those you impress the most.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You can do much to win over someone who has been a very vocal critic in the past. Once you explain yourself, all will be clear -- and forgiven.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Just because something looks to be quite long and involved doesn't mean it's worth skipping -- and it's something you can surely tackle.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You will have much food for thought throughout this rather dizzy day. You mustn't let what others are doing affect you too much.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may gain some ground today by defying the powers that be, but you must do so in a way that protects others from any possible backlash.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- The more you push against someone who is pushing against you, the less progress you will make. Use his or her energy to your advantage!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You are willing to say what needs to be said, surely, but you must wait until the time is right -- and you mustn't be too aggressive, either!

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