Born today, you are just the kind of person to stumble into opportunity and good fortune -- but that doesn't mean you cannot intentionally choose those options that give you the greatest odds for success in life. Indeed, once you have identified the path you wish to take in life, you're sure to pursue all related options with undying enthusiasm -- and, fortunately, you have the energy to keep going and to keep pursuing your ever-evolving goals.
Though you will always be working with a certain set of talents, you'll surely find a way to be as diverse as possible in your exploration and development of them. This may prove true in your personal affairs as well as your professional dealings, and anyone who gets involved with you as a friend or romantic partner had better understand that.
Also born on this date are: Elvis Presley, singer and actor; Stephen Hawking, physicist; David Bowie, singer and actor; Bob Eubanks, game show host; Yvette Mimieux, actress; Larry Storch, actor; Ron Moody, actor; Jose Ferrer, 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.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 9
ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may have a hard time sitting still today as you wait for news that will likely affect you for some time to come. Put that energy to use!
TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may have a hard time determining what is the "right" moment and what is the "wrong" one, but someone else can tell you with no trouble.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Just as you can get yourself moving in the right direction today, you can help someone else do the same, though your paths are not parallel.
CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may have a harder time of it than expected today, but that's likely because you made assumptions that are likely to be proven erroneous.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- It's not enough to beat your rivals today, you want to crush them! That may not be possible -- but a clear victory will surely satisfy you.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- The advice you give yourself today is good enough to pass around to others. There are some who may fight you -- but only temporarily.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- That which usually comes easily to you is likely to be far more difficult today -- and the reason escapes you until you spot a small error.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- A bump in the road is to be expected today -- but that doesn't mean you mustn't prepare for it. Give yourself all the time you need!
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Contact from a good friend far from home can put you at ease today, as he or she is going through much the same things at this time.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- An unexpected discovery takes you out of yourself in some way today, but you'll find your way back -- and be stronger for the experience.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may have very little time today to do all you have scheduled. Perhaps some assistance is in order -- and you know who to ask.
PISCES (Feb 19-March 20) -- You run the risk today of coming up empty if you aren't willing to do the preparatory work necessary to ensure the success of a certain project.