Your Birthday for April 23, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | April 23rd, 2017

Born today, you cannot please all of the people all of the time, but you can surely hold a great many in your thrall over the long haul, and in the process turn a deaf ear to your critics -- if not silence them altogether. You have been endowed with many talents, but you will likely be drawn to a single course of endeavor that allows you to explore more than one facet of your complex personality. You must strive to find work that gives you the freedom and flexibility to indulge in personal whims -- for not only are they pleasurable, but also quite profitable. You have a knack for turning a mere desire into a lucrative accomplishment. You know how to get along with all manner of individuals, and this will help you in business.

When it comes to love, you may be quite modest -- but the truth is that you are ready for anything, and willing to try anything at least once. Indeed, you will have no trouble proving to your romantic interests that you are quite different behind closed doors from the way you are in public. It may be that you have a wild side!

Also born on this date are: William Shakespeare, playwright and poet; Shirley Temple, actress; George Lopez, comedian; Taio Cruz, singer; Valerie Bertinelli, actress; Lee Majors, actor; Roy Orbison, singer; Dev Patel, actor; Joyce DeWitt, actress; Michael Moore, activist filmmaker; Sandra Dee, actress; James Buchanan, U.S. president; Melina Kanakaredes, actress; Sergei Prokofiev, composer; Andruw Jones, baseball player; Tony Esposito, hockey player; Herve Villechaize, actor; Judy Davis, actress; John Cena, wrestler and actor; John Oliver, actor and television host.

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, APRIL 24

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- A fight may be brewing, and only you are in a position to see clearly what can be done to prevent it from erupting fully.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You want to get things done efficiently, but take care that you don't focus solely upon pace. You must do things in the right order!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- What you see others do, you needn't do yourself. You know that the best way to stay safe is to trust your knowledge and instincts.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You can send the right message in just the right way, but not everyone is likely to appreciate your methods or your motives.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- There are reasons some things are forbidden. Don't challenge what others have already learned the hard way. Be smart and stay safe.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You can share messages with someone far from home without any risk that you will be misunderstood or misinterpreted. Let yourself go!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- What happens close to home will also affect those much farther afield, but you can exert a controlling influence and keep things well in hand.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- What you want and what is available to you may not be the same thing at all, but you can combine the best of both in a clever way.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're waiting for a sign to tell you it is safe to come out of hiding. The truth is, you needn't have hidden away in the first place!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You can do much to help others, but take care that you're not overlooking yourself in the process. Follow the rules during afternoon hours.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- The environment may not cooperate with you. Be prepared to adjust your plans accordingly. All-weather wear is advised!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- A fun, even whimsical approach to something that is usually taken quite seriously can do everyone a world of good. Take the lead.

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Your Birthday for April 22, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | April 22nd, 2017

Born today, you are one of the most recognizable individuals born under your sign, and you may very quickly take your place among the professional elite -- particularly if you learn, early on, to take full advantage of your personality and unique behavioral traits in order to be noticed and remembered. Indeed, your greatest asset is yourself -- far above any talent you may have been granted by the stars, or abilities you may develop through experience and learning. The fact is that you, yourself, will be your greatest selling point in many ways, and if you learn to market your personality -- without taking yourself too seriously in the process -- you'll surely succeed. You have a great deal of foresight, too, which will enable you to spot opportunities as they approach.

You may ultimately be remembered for one endeavor over all others to which you contributed -- one that turned out to be a game-changer in some way, professionally or personally. This is fine with you, as it satisfies your healthy ego, but there may be times when you feel you would choose a different thing to be remembered for.

Also born on this date are: Jack Nicholson, actor; Marshawn Lynch, football player; Amber Heard, actress; Vladimir Lenin, Soviet leader; Peter Frampton, singer and musician; Glen Campbell, singer-songwriter; John Waters, filmmaker; Aaron Spelling, television producer; Bettie Page, model; Robert Oppenheimer, physicist; Eddie Albert, actor; Yehudi Menuhin, violinist; Terry Francona, baseball manager; Ryan Stiles, actor and comedian; Sherri Shepherd, actress; Jeffrey Dean Morgan, 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.

SUNDAY, APRIL 23

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may butt heads with someone who is unwilling to let your comments go unanswered. Where will this rivalry lead?

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may be getting rather frustrated when it comes to issues of longevity and prosperity. Perhaps you're focusing on the wrong things.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You can do much to help someone get over an obstacle that has recently been set in his or her way. Address the source of the trouble.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- What others consider a gift may be something of a mixed blessing to you, but there's no question that it can serve you well today.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You've been waiting quite a while to share your thoughts about a certain issue with a central player. He or she will respond well, surely.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- How someone reacts to you will speak to the potential of the relationship as it continues to develop. You may be quite surprised.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may prove to be unusually discerning, and this can keep you and others from falling into a trap that was set for you some time ago.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Your ability to express yourself will come into play again and again. Be prepared for some criticism, however, late in the day.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You never know where your inspiration will come from, and you must be prepared to act the very moment it hits you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Time is of the essence. You don't want to squander an opportunity by not striking while the iron is hot. Make your move!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You must plan the day -- and the next few days in fact -- with great care. You must devise a strategy that allows you maximum maneuverability.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Don't confuse quality with quantity. You may have too much of something with little value, and not enough of something you truly need!

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Your Birthday for April 21, 2017

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | April 21st, 2017

Born today, you always know you are at the top of your game when you encounter those who do not know you directly, but who are already aware of your activities, accomplishments and professional status. Indeed, you are something of a zealot when it comes to reputation: You want to be known, and known for being the best! You always guard your reputation very carefully: Not only will you avoid doing anything that might tarnish it in the least, but you also avoid associating with anyone who may, directly or indirectly, reflect poorly on you or your endeavors. You insist on having a spotless record, and you will do nothing that risks your progress, success or standing among your professional and social peers.

Your life is likely to follow at least two distinct paths, and you will have to learn how to navigate carefully between them. Most important are the moments when these paths intersect, for what is required of you in such a moment is, quite simply, more of everything. You must always be prepared to deal with such phases with care and dedication.

Also born on this date are: Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom; Tony Romo, football player; James Mcavoy, actor; Iggy Pop, singer; Tony Danza, actor; Charlotte Bronte, author; Andie MacDowell, actress; Anthony Quinn, actor; John Muir, environmentalist; Charles Grodin, actor; Robin Meade, news anchor; Patti Lupone, singer and actress; Toby Stephens, actor; Elaine May, actress and comedian.

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, APRIL 22

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may not be able to take the lead, but you can surely finish in second or third position. The view is better from the front!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- News comes to you through unusual channels. Can you trust it? Perhaps you can put it to a certain test before it really sinks in.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Someone you've not yet gotten to know very well may be making assumptions about the future that rub you the wrong way. Talk about it!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- How you identify obstacles will contribute largely to your success -- or failure, if you refuse to adjust to such circumstances.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may receive help from someone in the background who has had his or her eye on you for some time. Evening demands a choice from you.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You don't want to let others know that you are surprised by what is happening. Let them see you taking it all in stride!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- The most valuable things are the ones that you may be taking most for granted. This is an error you can soon reverse.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- It's a good time for breaking bad habits, but you have to acknowledge that you have them first -- and that demands honesty and clarity.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- A loved one gives you more power over a certain situation than you've had before. This is a vote of confidence, surely!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- What you are now doing in an official capacity may not have the same impact as the things you've done unofficially in the past.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Everyone else knows that a certain danger lies ahead, yet you are refusing to alter your course in any way. Are you in denial?

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- What begins and ends today will have such an impact on you that you will not be able to shake it from your mind for quite some time.

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