CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kat Dennings, 39; Chris Evans, 44; Tim Allen, 72; Stellan Skarsgård, 74.
Happy Birthday: Take pride in what you do. Trust your instincts and take the path that makes the most sense and brings you peace of mind. Focus on saving, investing and caring for your body, mind and soul. Opportunities will be plentiful if you handle and manage your affairs with long-term objectives. Set yourself up for success. Restructure your qualifications and skills to meet demands. Engage in doing, not dreaming. Your numbers are 7, 12, 20, 28, 31, 36, 47.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Venture out, discover what’s new and exciting and put your energy into building friendships with people heading in a similar direction. Keep an open mind, but don’t lose sight of your endgame. You’ll gain acceptance and support using charm and intelligence instead of pressure and demands. Communicate, share intentions and forge ahead. 2 stars
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Presentation is everything when you want others to do things for you. An enthusiastic and entertaining approach to getting ahead comes from doing your homework, upgrading your skills and qualifications and heading in a direction you feel passionate about. Combining thought with action will bring you to the winner’s circle. 5 stars
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Review the possibilities and move forward one step at a time. Enjoy each moment instead of blasting your way through, forgetting what life’s all about. It’s time to breathe, smell the flowers and be grateful for what you have. Consider your options and choose to nurture and protect, not dismantle and regret. 3 stars
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Keep the momentum growing. The moment you slow down or give someone the chance to step in and take over, you’ll have regrets. Opportunity requires action if you wish to be a forerunner in your field. Don’t be afraid to take an assertive approach to whatever you do. It’s OK to stand out. 3 stars
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Be careful: Too much, too soon will be costly. Put a halt on your plans until you have all your ducks in a row. Precision, timing and execution are essential to fulfilling your destiny. Don’t rely on others or cheat on your homework. Live up to your expectations and honor your commitments. 3 stars
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): A shift in thinking and how you handle financial and medical affairs is necessary. Get out into the mainstream and discover what’s meaningful to the masses. That’s where you’ll find your safe place and the best route forward. Knowing what’s necessary and what’s fruitless will save you time and money. 5 stars
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): First and foremost, be honest with yourself. Keep your situation in perspective. Refuse to let laziness or “poor me” syndrome set in when your creativity, charm and confidence will carry much more weight when you want something. Make commitments you can keep and finish what you start. 2 stars
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Are you kidding? Do you want to bulldoze your way forward or intellectually win the popular vote and enlist the best of the best to help you make your voice heard and complete your mission? Think big, but fine-tune your game plan to fit your budget, time and available help and skills. 4 stars
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Look for something that moves you. Walk away from annoyances and toward those showing interest in what you want to pursue. Socialize, network and formulate a group that can escalate your dreams and benefits alongside you. Taking on too much or acting too evasive will threaten your home life. 3 stars
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Get out, venture into the mainstream and get a better view of trends. Attend conferences, networking functions and exhibits where you can display and share your thoughts and skills. Whether you are trying to bring about positive personal or professional changes, it’s up to you to make them happen. Romance is favored. 3 stars
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Defuse your emotions before they get you in trouble. Applying pressure will make you look bad, not compel the stubborn person you are trying to convert to thinking your way. Take an approach that offers insight into the desired results. Unique incentives will motivate your audience. 3 stars
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Uncertainty will hold you back. Approach someone who can offer a financial perspective regarding your plans, and you’ll gain insight into your aspirations’ affordability. Time is on your side, so don’t feel pressured. Relax and enjoy the company of friends and family, and the banter with loved ones will help clear your head. 4 stars
Birthday Baby: You are pioneering, aggressive and charismatic. You are fickle and compelling.
1 star: Avoid conflicts; work behind the scenes.
2 stars: You can accomplish, but don’t rely on others.
3 stars: Focus and you’ll reach your goals.
4 stars: Aim high; start new projects.
5 stars: Nothing can stop you; go for gold.
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