Your Birthday for May 23, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | May 23rd, 2016

Born today, you are a bright and positive individual, able to look at a situation and recognize it for what it is -- without letting it get you down if you find it negative, detrimental or threatening. You believe, rightly, that the sun will always rise tomorrow, bringing with it the opportunity for recovery and renewed success. You are quick to make plans and quick to see them through. Once you swing into action, you won't stop for anything or anyone -- especially naysayers who simply balk at anything new, progressive, unfamiliar or risky. You embrace adversity, confident that by facing it squarely, you can overcome it.

You have a certain style that is virtually inimitable, though many do wish to be like you in some way. You carry yourself in a confident manner, and you know how to command a room upon entering it. You are a natural leader, but you can certainly let another lead if he or she is qualified.

Also born on this date are: Drew Carey, comedian and television host; Kelly Monaco, actress; Joan Collins, actress; Rosemary Clooney, singer and actress; Douglas Fairbanks Sr., actor; Scatman Crothers, singer and actor; Artie Shaw, bandleader; Ambrose Burnside, military leader.

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 24

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You will do much that is unintended, but that doesn't mean it's not going to lead to positive results. Keep an open mind.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You can finally get something off the ground that you have been preparing for quite some time. Extra care must be taken, however.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- The information you receive from others isn't exactly misleading, but neither is it the information you really need.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You don't always have to do things in exactly the same cookie-cutter way. This is a fine time to explore new avenues of expression.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Certain responsibilities will fall to you because you've shown a certain applicable expertise. You'll rise to the occasion.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- A situation you encounter may bring something surprising out of you. Even those who know you best won't know exactly how to react.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Even the smallest steps forward can help you build momentum. The most important events may go unnoticed at first.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Things don't have to make perfect sense to you in order to have a major impact on the way you think and behave. Go with the flow!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You can keep yourself and others out of harm's way simply by doing what must be done without so much as a moment's hesitation.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may be tempted to take a different road, but you're likely to lose ground if you stray from your chosen path. Think carefully!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Now is the time for you to review past accomplishments and assess your potential for the future based on what is likely to happen.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may discover that it's best to approach a certain problem from a completely different angle than usual.

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Your Birthday for May 22, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | May 22nd, 2016

Born today, you do things in your own way, according to your own view of the world, and that view isn't likely to be shared by many others, if anyone at all. You seem to think that you were born with special gifts and the ability to do virtually anything, no matter how difficult or far-fetched -- and therefore, simply because you believe it, it is very likely so! You are no stranger to difficulty, but you never let hardships of any kind get the better of you. You remain on top of your game even when the odds are against you, applying your considerable creativity to problems of all kinds and coming up with unique and effective solutions, time and time again.

You are able to do what you do by the sheer force of your personality. Even when you do something that might attract a great deal of criticism or inspire vocal disagreement, almost everyone has to concede that the way you do what you do is remarkable -- and completely unique to you. You are a rare specimen, indeed.

Also born on this date are: Naomi Campbell, model; Katie Price, model; Ginnifer Goodwin, actress; Apolo Ohno, Olympic speed skater; Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, author; Harvey Milk, civil rights leader; Richard Wagner, composer; Sir Laurence Olivier, actor and director; Mary Cassatt, artist; Paul Winfield, actor; Richard Benjamin, actor; Michael Constantine, 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.

MONDAY, MAY 23

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Doing a good turn for someone else can actually benefit you, as well -- as long as you're not after instant gratification, that is!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You'll have to look carefully to spot the signs that are most important to you. Don't act prematurely; acquire all pertinent info.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Seek, and ye shall find -- but the journey is likely to take you in one or two very surprising directions.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You're very pleased with the way things are going in the main, but the behavior of another may be a portent of something odd that is brewing.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Time may seem to pass more slowly than usual, but only because your personal rhythm is slower than usual, too. Things will pick up soon.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You aren't in the mood to pay much attention to the finer points of style and fashion. You want to get to the heart of things -- now!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Someone important to you may keep you waiting for a time. You can use that time well and perhaps wrest the advantage from a rival.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You can solve a tricky puzzle, but not without the help of a friend who knows exactly why the process is so important to you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may not believe what you see or hear the first time, because it is simply so counter to your expectations.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Your safety, and the safety of those around you, may become a primary issue -- but not because you've been remiss in any way.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You mustn't lord it over someone who is making beginner's mistakes. In little time, he or she may actually challenge you for dominance.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Just when you hit your stride, you may have to stop what you are doing because certain resources are running low. Restock quickly!

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Your Birthday for May 21, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | May 21st, 2016

Born today, you are determined to make your dreams come true, eventually. This means, of course, that you are never going to let up in your efforts to make the most out of your opportunities; indeed, you will continue to seek and to strive until you have reached your goals and made of your life all you imagine it can be. That imagination is quite vivid, in fact, and while others may be limited by the boundaries of reality and the possible, you give no thought to such restrictions. You will make something happen, come hell or high water, as long as you think it will bring you contentment. Can you do the impossible and work miracles? You can if you say you can!

When it comes to personal affairs, you can be notoriously tight-lipped and private; what goes on behind closed doors will stay behind closed doors if you have anything to say about it. Occasionally, however, some secret might get out -- and woe to anyone responsible for letting the cat out of the bag!

Also born on this date are: Notorious B.I.G., rapper; Mr. T, actor; Raymond Burr, actor; Fats Waller, musician; Lisa Edelstein, actress; Leo Sayer, singer; Al Franken, comedian and politician; Henri Rousseau, artist; Bobby Cox, baseball manager; Harold Robbins, author; Peggy Cass, actress and singer; Alexander Pope, poet.

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.

SUNDAY, MAY 22

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You're likely to discover something that begins to unravel a web of deception that has been woven by a rival or competitor.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may fascinate someone who is keeping him- or herself at a distance for the time being. That fascination may well be mutual.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- The time you are looking for may not be available, at least not at the most opportune moments. You're going to have to improvise.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You're going to have to examine a certain issue more closely than ever before. Be prepared to uncover some harsh facts.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may not be aware that your words can be overheard and may be misinterpreted. Take care that only the right message is delivered.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Your service to others has not gone unnoticed. Someone who benefited from your actions in the past may choose to return the favor.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You're likely to come up with a brand-new way to do something routine that renews almost everyone's interest in the endeavor.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- One of the decisions you make is likely to affect those closest to you for quite some time. Regard all circumstances with care.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're not about to be caught in someone else's trap. In fact, you may be able to set one of your own before anyone notices.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Giving yourself more time to deal with your responsibilities is a luxury you cannot afford. You must be as efficient as possible.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Though others may be charging ahead without a care, you have a sense that certain dangers lie ahead. You may be proved correct.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You are not in the mood to share certain things; your reasons are your own, and needn't be offered unless an official request is made.

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