Born today, you are one of the most fortunate individuals born under your sign. Though others may dismiss the fact that luck plays such an important role in your life, you appreciate everything that comes your way. You know that it's not just luck that makes a success of anyone; it is the ability to take advantage of a chance encounter when it happens. You have a knack for being in the right place at the right time, and it might be said that you have the "Midas touch," for you can turn even a moderately advantageous situation into one that gives you all you could ever want or need. You will experience your share of disappointments in life, to be sure -- but not because you are turning your back on potential.
You have a keen mind, and you are able to strategize and plan in ways that leave your rivals wondering what you might next have up your sleeve. You enjoy competition of all kinds, and though you will always play to win, you will also always follow the rules and maintain a positive attitude with teammates and rivals alike -- even when you lose.
Also born on this date are: Ludacris, rapper; Harry Connick Jr., singer and pianist; Bear Bryant, coach; Kristy McNichol, actress; Moby, composer and musician; Tom Landry, football coach; Virginia Madsen, actress; Brian De Palma, director; Ferdinand Marcos, Philippine leader; D.H. Lawrence, novelist.
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, SEPTEMBER 12
ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You've got a lot of work to do today to clean up another's mess -- but it may be best to leave it and use it as a teaching opportunity.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You aren't feeling quite up to par today, either physically or emotionally. In either case, it's likely to be born of the same problem.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You are a firm believer in compromise when it is the only way to achieve your desired ends, but today you can still fight for your cause.
CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Progress must be measured in small increments today; you cannot expect things to happen in a big and bold way at this time. Be patient.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You can chip away at a large job today and have it done by nightfall if you prioritize! You can't just leave it all to chance.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Start the day strong and you can finish strong -- but there are many options from which you can choose to maximize your power early on.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Don't forget to do that one thing that you know will put you in the right frame of mind today. You have much to deal with and must be "on point."
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Something you've had your eye on for quite some time may be unavailable very soon; you must make an offer as quickly as possible.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You don't want to look back on today and regret missing the boat. You must jump at the attractive offer that's likely to come your way.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may have to traverse the same familiar ground many times today in order to be sure that you have left no stone unturned.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- The more you extend your reach today, the better your position will be with regard to any rival. You must remain competitive at this time.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- That which you do today is sure to carry the unmistakable signs of your involvement, whether it is a solo or group endeavor.