I’ll admit that I occasionally check out my horoscope.  I was born on Aug. 19 (Bill Clinton, too) which makes me a Leo. I’ll also admit that, interestingly, a number of Leo traits seem to apply. But do I think the stars control my future on Earth? Not so much -- but science says I may be wrong.

University of Connecticut researchers say astrology (the time and date you were born) really CAN have an effect on your career path and future successes.

Holy crystal ball, is that possible? Researchers analyzed astrological data from 300 public figures and discovered their birth dates tended to fall in distinct clusters around similar times of year -- usually between December and March.

Psychologists want to dismiss these astrological correlations, but this study seems to indicate there are seasonality effects that have yet to be explained.

So while not a fully accredited branch of science, researchers say astrology can be a useful tool in identifying and predicting patterns in human behavior. (Elite Daily)

Speaking of astrology, back in the 1970s "What's your sign?" was a popular conversation starter with the opposite sex. The concept of "your sign" later evolved into a comic concept for country funnyman Bill Engvall. Here's your bit, called "Here's your sign."

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