Born today, you are an enthusiastic individual, willing at all times to take what comes in a manner that allows you to overcome obstacles and fare well even when circumstances do not seem to be favorable to your efforts or desires. Because you are so forward-thinking, you rarely find yourself caught by surprise. As a result, you are able to deal creatively and productively with almost any situation. You may not always be the cream of the crop, but you generally find yourself somewhere near the top, working and playing with the best.
Like so many other Capricorn natives, you know how to attract attention to yourself -- and how to avoid it when you prefer to be alone with your thoughts or engage in a private endeavor. You never let yourself be ruled by the expectations or desires of others.
Also born on this date are: Betty White, actress; Jim Carrey, actor and comedian; Muhammad Ali, boxer; Michelle Obama, U.S. first lady; Andy Kaufman, comedian; Zooey Deschanel, actress; Steve Harvey, comedian; James Earl Jones, actor; Kid Rock, singer; Maury Povich, talk show host; Eartha Kitt, singer and actress; Al Capone, gangster; Shari Lewis, puppeteer; Vidal Sassoon, hair stylist; Susanna Hoffs, singer; Anne Bronte, novelist and poet; Mack Sennett, silent film director.
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 18
ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Take care that you do not react negatively to another's attempt to give you precisely what you need. You know where the fault really lies!
TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You must be willing to listen to reason, especially when an expert is willing to donate his or her time to your cause.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Focus on the inevitable, and you'll only get frustrated. Focus on what you can do in the meantime, and progress can be made.
CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You're going to have to finish what you started, and today is the day. Any attempt to put off what is required will result in a major setback.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- It's your turn to step up and give more of yourself than you have been giving in the recent past. Others are depending on you right now!
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may be able to pull off a come-from-behind victory, but it's not something you want to repeat. It's a little too close for comfort!
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You're making someone wait a little too long for something he or she depends on -- something only you can provide.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may have to set your own work aside in order to fly to the rescue of someone who is in over his or her head.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're making a troubling situation worse by approaching it from an emotional point of view. Try to be more rational.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're trying to outdo an opponent with outdated methods. Once you modernize your approach and your tools, you will fare much better.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You're racing against the clock to complete something that is required, and you have no more time to waste. Completion is near -- and necessary.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You have what it takes to do what is required of you. Once you adjust your attitude a bit, you can be much more efficient.