CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Alex Pettyfer, 35; Haley Joel Osment, 37; Shay Mitchell, 38; Dion Phaneuf, 40.
Happy Birthday: Your intentions will carry you forward and push you down a path you can quietly explore while no one is looking. Much can be accomplished by strategically directing your energy toward your goals and incorporating your experience, time and talents into what’s important to you. Know when to decline invitations and impractical suggestions; you’ll feel good about yourself and your accomplishments. Trust your instincts and do what’s best for you. Your numbers are 3, 12, 20, 24, 31, 36, 47.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Set your sights on something on the rise and tap into your resources, experience and skills for whatever you want to be a part of. Avoid situations and people who tend to interfere. Put your time and energy into progress, not no-win situations and conversations. 3 stars
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Choose your path, and don’t look back. It’s time to show your worth, shoot for the stars and make a difference. Seize the moment and put everything you’ve got into what makes you happy. Clear up any legal, institutional or financial matters. Personal and home improvements are favored. 5 stars
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Put emotions aside, be realistic and set your sights on your dreams. Changing your direction or course of action will take research, learning and fine-tuning the skills you require to reinvent your next adventure. You may not be able to please everyone, but you can please yourself. 2 stars
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Put thought and energy into earning more and building your savings investments. Domestic and home improvements will boost your assets and make your life easier and more enjoyable. A change regarding institutions you deal with will be favorable and give insight into long-term possibilities. Romance is on the rise. 4 stars
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Keep an open mind; listen, learn and put what you discover to work for you. Take any opportunity to meet new people or reconnect with someone you lost touch with over the years. The information you receive will help you frame the goal you set and the direction you head in. 3 stars
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Take a break and visit a place that inspires you or helps you put things in perspective. Engage in conversations that push you to visualize what’s possible and connect you with people who can help you make things happen. Set a budget and make your way forward. Personal improvements and romance look inviting. 3 stars
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Travel to places or attend an event that offers insight and gives you something to think about. An emotional journey will help you recognize what’s best for you and how to utilize your strengths to provide you with what you need to excel. Don’t be afraid to be unique. 3 stars
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Take on a challenge, focus on making a difference or use your skills, talents and experience to propagate your plan and recruit others to join your march forward. Victory is within reach if you believe in yourself. Someone with whom you connect or share the same vision will change your life. 4 stars
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Pay attention to your finances. Think twice before getting tied up in someone else’s debt. Refuse to let drama take over or let sob stories manipulate your heart. Your best route forward is the road that allows you to do whatever eases stress and makes you happy. Avoid paying for someone else’s mistake. 4 stars
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You’ll crave change and be attracted to unique people and places that stimulate your creative imagination. Go with the flow and discover what excites you most. Attend events, get involved in activities conducive to meeting those from different backgrounds or cultivate talents that complement something you can do. Romance is favored. 5 stars
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Creative accounting will help you manage your finances. Consider how you can cut corners, lower your overhead or reduce your risk of loss. Spend more time at home addressing issues that can make your space function better. Keep your money and possessions safe, and avoid joint ventures. 3 stars
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Simplify, cap expenditures and set your sights on stability, security and spending time with those you love. Participate in activities that make you happy, ease your mind and encourage friendships with people who share your beliefs, standards and lifestyle. Personal gains, home improvements and love are looking good. 3 stars
Birthday Baby: You are feisty, optimistic and entertaining. You are engaging and accountable.
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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