Happy Birthday: Take hold of your future and implement the ideas that work for you. This is not the year to put your time and energy into someone else’s goals. Stop letting others run your life. Only you know what’s best for you.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You will have fun, be fun and attract fun today. You will have a good eye when it comes to making personal changes. Socializing should be on your agenda.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Be patient and satisfied with planning and preparing today and you will be that much further ahead of the game when the time is right to pursue your goals.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You’ll be asked for advice, which will make you feel like the expert you see yourself to be. Friendships can prove to be prosperous as well as supportive.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Be honest with yourself about your financial situation. You’ve been too generous with others and far too extravagant. You won’t handle emotional situations that well today.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): The chance of offending someone you care about is likely to cause some friction. Chances are good that you will lose out financially. Be modest if you can.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Your reputation will be on the line if you get involved in secret matters. There is a good chance that someone is just playing with your emotions. Don’t wear your heart on your sleeve.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Your involvement with prestigious groups will be to your advantage and you know it. You can meet someone who will turn out to be a key factor when it comes to your future plans.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Be careful whom you invite into your home. Disruptions are apparent. The people closest to you may cause disappointment, especially if you were counting on receiving support.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You will have an excellent memory and a very creative and imaginative mind today. Your openness will result in new friendships.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You can plan to make alterations to your home. Any kind of an investment that is personal and will bring you added comfort should be considered. Help someone you care about with his or her personal problems.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Give of yourself today. It’s time to put everything else aside and nurture the relationship that means the most to you.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Socialize with colleagues today. Remember: If you are too goal-oriented, you may make some enemies along the way.