Your Birthday for December 23, 2024

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 23rd, 2024

Born today, you are an eager, energetic and highly enthusiastic individual for whom disinterest and disappointment are very rare indeed, for you have a way of looking at everything -- even seemingly unfortunate developments -- in a manner that promotes positive action and forward motion which, as far as you are concerned, cures virtually all ills. You derive a great deal of inspiration from the kinds of routine and even humdrum activities that others might simply find boring -- but because you are fascinated by the tiniest details, there is never a shortage of things to capture your interest and fire your imagination. You enjoy dreaming of things that never were and planning ways of transforming them into reality -- though sometimes these notions are quite far-fetched or even impossible.

You don't insist on receiving recognition or credit for what you do, simply because the doing of it is usually reward enough, and you're not one to blow your own horn or advertise your abilities and accomplishments. Some may think this is shortsighted, but it seems to work for you, and that's really all that counts.

Also born on this date are: Eddie Vedder, musician and singer; Corey Haim, actor; Jim Harbaugh, football player and coach; Susan Lucci, actress; Joseph Smith, author and founder of the Church of Mormon; Anthony Phillips, musician; Roy Brown, Canadian flyer in World War I; Cody Ross, baseball player; Robert Bly, poet and author; Jose Greco, flamenco dancer.

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, DECEMBER 24

SCOPRIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Take care that you don't overdo it when trying to coax someone else into joining you in your efforts. You mustn't be aggressive in any way.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may be feeling more aloof than you have in the recent past. Take care that the decisions you make aren't designed to leave others out.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Others may be confused by the decisions you are making -- or not making -- at this time, but today there is surely a method to your madness.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You are after something that is unavailable to anyone else right now, and timing is of the essence as you formulate a plan you think will work.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- The attention you attract today may not be entirely positive -- at first. By day's end, those who were critical may well sing your praises.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You can reap a great many benefits today by indulging in social opportunities. Indeed, your interactions with others can prove lucrative.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- It's not enough to make someone comfortable, but you must also strive to inspire good deeds as well. Communicate openly and honestly today.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Avoid deception today and deal with others only in a manner that promotes the truth, even if it's something very few want to face right now.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may not want to follow the rules today, but that's not really a choice you can make at this time. Focus on doing what is expected.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- What you are thinking at this time can be put into words that are effectively persuasive -- but don't expect everyone to bend your way.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- What the majority thinks is not necessarily how you are viewing a certain prevailing situation. Explore options that are not yet on the table.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Just because something strikes your fancy doesn't mean it's the right thing for you to do today. It's a good time to play it rather safe.

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Your Birthday for December 22, 2024

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 22nd, 2024

Born today, you have a quiet yet intense nature, and you approach things in a careful, thoughtful, yet always fully committed manner, and you're not the kind to accept failure as an option -- at least not when you are making your plans. You understand that you cannot do everything you set out to do, at least not in the way you originally intended, and you accept that adjustments will have to be made along the way, no matter what your goal may be at any given time. What you are confident of, however, is that everything you do will be a genuine reflection of you, and even when you have to shift gears, change tracks or come about and move in a different direction, you do it because the need to do so comes from within yourself, and not because someone else has told you that you must.

You enjoy random events, for you are quickly able to assign meaning to them and work with them in a productive fashion. This is especially true where your personal relationships are concerned, and you're likely to find the greatest contentment in those that result from the unlikeliest of chance encounters.

Also born on this date are: Jordin Sparks, singer; Ralph Fiennes, actor; Robin Gibb, singer; Maurice Gibb, singer; Diane Sawyer, news reporter and anchorwoman; Barbara Billingsley, actress; Hector Elizondo, actor; Gene Rayburn, game show host; Giacomo Puccini, composer; Connie Mack, baseball manager.

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, DECEMBER 23

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- A little pride can see you through a dicey situation earlier in the day, but later on, you cannot afford to become careless or cocksure.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- If you find yourself in a bind today, you'll want to discern whether it requires an intellectual or instinctual approach. Don't be hasty!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- It shouldn’t be difficult for you to maintain an even keel or a constant bearing today, even when someone else is working against you.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You'll be tempted to step in and do for another what seems overly difficult, but this would be a mistake. You can, however, offer some advice.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Take care that what you say in jest is taken that way. You cannot afford to hurt anyone's feelings simply because you didn't read the room!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- What you say to a friend or loved one today may have a much greater impact than you suppose. Choose your words carefully at all times.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Don't be fooled if someone tells you that what you've planned is impossible. Such mind games can only keep you from what is rightfully yours.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may have to bend a little today in order to make the rules work for you -- but by no means should you fall over backwards. Be sensible!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're nearing the end of a pet project, but there are still a few loose ends to tie up. Get input from one who's done something similar.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may not be able to make the first move today, so you'll have to be patient and wait for someone else to fulfill that responsibility.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may not like or appreciate the orders you've been given, but you can carry them out in such a way that everyone is impressed.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Sometimes it's best to keep quiet and go about your business without a concern for what another thinks about it. Today is just such a time.

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Your Birthday for December 21, 2024

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | December 21st, 2024

Born today, you are a strong, forceful and charismatic individual, and you may have to work hard to tone down your naturally energetic approach to things in order to interact positively and productively with others, for without meaning to, you may, at times, come on too strong and effectively short-circuit whatever it is you are working toward. Do not misinterpret this, however! Being upfront, forthright and forward-moving is certainly a good thing, but you must take other people's reactions to you into account as you go about your business. You don't want to be seen as the proverbial bull in the china shop, but rather someone who can collaborate with others effectively without turning them off -- or away.

You never do a thing without having a good reason for doing it, though others may not always understand your reasons, and you will then be responsible for explaining yourself -- for, indeed, being understood is important to you. The more you accept the fact that yours is not the only point of view, the more persuasive you can be in promoting it.

Also born on this date are: Samuel L. Jackson, actor; Kiefer Sutherland, actor; Jane Fonda, actress; Frank Zappa, musician, songwriter, composer; Florence Griffith Joyner, Olympic track star; Chris Evert, tennis player; Benjamin Disraeli, British Prime Minister; Walter Hagen, golfer; Julie Delpy, actress.

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, DECEMBER 22

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You'll receive a boost today very soon after first giving one to a friend or partner. Indeed, both efforts may be very much the same.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You'll feel the natural pull that one like-minded person has over another today, but how you should respond won't be immediately clear. Be patient.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Forward motion may not be quick today, but it can certainly be measurable -- and even small gains can boost your confidence and your reputation.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You needn't pay attention to what people are saying about you today, but you may have to prepare yourself for an emotional trial coming soon.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Pick up the pace today and see just how much you can get done in a shorter amount of time. Pay attention to whether others can keep up or not.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You'll be able to soak up a great deal of praise today if you follow your instincts and do that which is next on the docket. Don't fall behind!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Good work is marked by specifics, and the more specific you can be, the better -- especially when competing for a raise or a new position.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You have much going for you right now, but there is a danger of letting it all slip through your fingers by being careless. Use great care!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- It's time for you to make a change, perhaps one that someone close to you has suspected you'd make for some time. What's reason for it?

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Make sure you have everything by your side today that you think you'll need tomorrow, as you're not likely to get much of a warmup.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You'll get the sense that others are very happy to include you in any one of their efforts today, but you mustn't disregard your own.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- An invitation you receive today may have to be accepted or declined immediately in order for you to be true to your schedule and intentions.

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