Happy Birthday: Put your heart into something that really means a lot to you this year. After you weigh the pros and cons, you will be happy you opted for the most direct and precise path. If you are religious about what you want to achieve, you will make it happen.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Take everything nice and easy today. A romantic partner may turn out to be a very expensive companion if you allow it. Don’t overspend.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You will face some problems at home. Talk matters through reasonably and back off if necessary. Emotional deception will prevail. Get out of the house and do things with outsiders.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Get out and mingle. Love will be your thing today. You can meet a new partner or take the one you are already with out on the town. Let your imagination run wild, and welcome change.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Get rid of that pessimistic attitude. With a bright and cheery outlook, you should be able to turn a ho-hum day into one of pleasure, romance and intrigue.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): The emphasis should be on home and family. Property deals should turn out in your favor. Remember to be sensitive to the needs of others.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You will enhance your reputation if you bend over backward to help friends or relatives. You should catch up on correspondence.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Your ability to see what’s required to solve problems will make you an asset to any organization you belong to. Favors will be granted and your popularity should grow.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You will have lots of energy, coupled with great ideas and sound judgment. Start working on a creative project that you find stimulating. Love should be on your mind today.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You should be able to make some financial gains today. Put your money into something that you know will bring you a better return. If someone owes you money, this is a good day to ask for it back.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Contemplate a while before making any final decisions. Spread yourself around today and talk to as many people as you can about things that concern you. Partnerships can be formed.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Don’t deal with work issues today. Avoid getting together with colleagues or people who are critical. Don’t let anyone take advantage of you. Get some much-needed rest.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Take the initiative and start something that you enjoy doing. You will be very innovative and should be able to elaborate on any creative ideas you have. Your genuine warmth will draw positive and passionate response today.

Birthday Baby: You like to be – and usually are – the focal point of whatever is going on. You are sensitive and perceptive, but you can be stubborn, insisting on your own way.