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Stephanie and Kristy are both Leo’s.
Stephanie was born July 29th and Kristy August 20th.

Leo July 23 – August 22

The ruler of Leo is the Sun. The glyph is generally thought to represent the tail of the lion. In ancient Dionysian mysteries it was considered to be a phallus. It can also symbolize the heat or creative energy of the Sun. On entering the sign Leo, the Sun is said to exemplify cosmic splendor. The meaning attached to this seems to be that both the good and bad characteristics associated with Leo are perpetual. Through the ages, Leo has signified the coming of the high growing season and thus reflects the abundant generosity of life. In this aspect Leo is seen as the ordained provider. A role which many astrological lions would take on quite willingly.

The Leo is a dominant, spontaneous, creative and extroverted character. They possess grace, dignity and an expansive personality. The lion is king of the animal kingdom, and an appropriate symbol for Leo who tends to dominate his environment. Ambitious, courageous, strong willed, positive, independent, self-confident are all words that describe Leo traits.

Leos were born to lead and are most effective when in a position of command. Leos are straightforward, uncomplicated individuals who know what they want and pursue it with enthusiasm and a creative spirit. Leos possess a strong positive nature and don’t shrink from adverse circumstances. They are not easily daunted, and will persist through the most formidable circumstances.

Leos are proud people, with an idealistic and humane nature. They are basically outgoing, happy, kind and generous. Self expressive, intelligent and broad minded, they are philosophically inclined. They tend to be stubborn, and will hold onto a belief, or stick to a course of action through thick or thin. They are direct and to the point and lead with their emotions.

Because of their positive nature, Leos tend to expect the best, and when things don’t turn out as they had expected, they react immediately and badly. Quick tempered, blunt and nasty when they have been affronted, they are deeply hurt by malice or hostility. Although, they may suffer from short bouts of depression when life doesn’t meet their expectations, they bounce back quickly and move on with their normal cheerful and demonstrative nature. Leo walks forward always, head held proudly and face turned towards the sun.

Leo, a fire sign, is fill of optimism and enthusiasm, they are outgoing and exuberant individuals who love people and company. Fiercely loyal to those they love, Leos are also fiercely possessive, but in a manner based upon respect not control. In all significant relationships, Leo commits and settles in for the long pull. They expect, from the beginning, that this firm commitment is reflected in equal measure by their partners. When this trust is breached, Leo is deeply wounded and greatly offended. Proud and unyielding, Leos love their own freedom and do not put up with restraints of any kind. They are truly at their finest when the object of their attention shows appreciation of these qualities by reflecting freedom and self respect within their own life. Like lions in the wild, Leos know instinctively that royal blood flows through their veins. Recognize and praise this native nobility and your lion will treat you like a King or a Queen, for that is exactly how Leo perceives a mate.

To our ancestors, the qualities of the Lion were associated with rulership and divinity. Wherever this animal was encountered, its characteristics were attributed to gods and goddesses. For many cultures, the symbol of a lion serves as a guardian. Lion figures stand fast against darkness and evil intent in the doorways of palaces, temples, and in the rituals of the Chinese New Year. It is not hard to recognize some of these same attributes in those born under the Sun sign of Leo.

Herman Melville (August 1, 1819)
Henry Ford (July 30, 1863)
Mae West (August 17, 1893)
Amelia Earhart (July 24, 1898)
Alfred Hitchcock (August 13, 1899)
Lucille Ball (August 6, 1911)
Tony Bennett (August 3, 1926)
Andy Warhol (August 6, 1928)
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis (July 28, 1929)
Neil Armstrong (August 5, 1930)
George Soros (August 12, 1930)
H. Norman Schwarzkopf (August 22, 1934)
Yves Saint Laurent (August 1, 1936)
Robert Redford (August 18, 1936)
Dustin Hoffman (8 August 1937)
Peter Jennings (July 29, 1938)
Martin Sheen (August 3, 1940)
Martha Stewart (August 3, 1941)
Jerry Garcia (August 1, 1942)
Mick Jagger (July 26, 1943)
Robert De Niro (August 17, 1943)
Steve Martin (August 14, 1945)
Ian Gillan (August 19, 1945)
Bill Clinton (August 19, 1946)
Arnold Schwarzenegger (July 30, 1947)
Danielle Steel (August 14, 1947)
Robert Plant (August, 20 1948)
Patrick Swayze (August 18, 1952)
James Cameron (August 16, 1954)
Billy Bob Thornton (August 4, 1955)
Melanie Griffith (August 9, 1957)
Angela Bassett (August 16, 1958)
Madonna (August 16, 1958)
Kevin Spacey (July 26, 1959)
Antonio Banderas (August 10, 1960)
Timothy Hutton (August 16, 1960)
Sean Penn (August 17, 1960)
Woody Harrelson (July 23, 1961)
Barack Obama (August 4, 1961)
Wesley Snipes (July 31, 1962)
Steve Carell (August 16, 1962)
Whitney Houston (August 9, 1963)
Sandra Bullock (July 26, 1964)
J. K. Rowling (July 31, 1965)
Martina McBride (July 29, 1966)
Halle Berry (August 14, 1966)
Jennifer Lopez (July 24, 1969)
Christian Slater (August 18, 1969)
Ben Affleck (August 15, 1972)
Kate Beckinsale (July 26, 1973)
Hilary Swank (July 30, 1974)
Charlize Theron (August 7, 1975)
Usain Bolt (August 21, 1986)

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… and though long ages should elapse, and leave our wrongs
unredressed, yet, shipmates and world-mates! let us never forget, that,
Whoever afflict us, whatever surround, Life is a voyage that’s homeward-bound!

—Herman Melville, born August 1, 1819