CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Ronald Reagan, Babe Ruth, Bob Marley, Rick Astley.

Happy Birthday: Be methodical in your approach and you will make a far greater impact toward the end of the year. Iron out problems that exist so that they don’t come back to haunt you just when you think you are about to make it big. Be precise and in control.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You are sitting in a pretty good position right now whether you recognize it or not. Take hold of what you’ve got and take the plunge. Today, you can turn any negative into a positive.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Everything you say is likely to get taken the wrong way today. Do the things that are in your control, such as finishing a project or socializing with people who lift you up emotionally.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You can form solid unions if you base everything on truth and working alongside others. Love is in the air, and you will attract people who are capable of holding your interest.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Your relationship with someone to whom you’ve loaned money may be strained if you can’t resolve things in a civil manner. Something that happened in your youth may come back to haunt you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Your carefree attitude may be attractive to those who don’t know you all that well, but to close friends and family you will appear irresponsible. Change your ways if you want to appease the ones you love.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): A poor diagnosis is possible if you try to get to the bottom of a medical problem. Allergies, headaches and minor mishaps are likely – but nothing too serious.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): If you join forces with other people who have similar concerns, you will be able to make a difference. New friendships will be solid and lasting.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): This is not the time to trust anyone with your secrets. A love interest may prove to be unworthy of your time and affection. You don’t want to jump into anything too quickly today.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Nothing will stop you from having a great time. Adventure and travel will be your first choice. You can influence others while you secure a spot for yourself in whatever arena you choose.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Prepare for the unexpected today. Your efficiency in handling difficult matters will enable you to do what’s best for everyone involved. Question those unwilling to pitch in.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You may be a little erratic today, especially if things in your personal life aren’t panning out. Question the events that took place over the last couple of days before you move forward.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You can do a lot to make yourself feel better today. Consider what you would like to change in your life and start to make the necessary alterations to ensure a better future.

Birthday Baby: You are inventive and will never pass by something that intrigues you. Your fascination with the unusual and your inquisitive nature will inspire all sorts of interesting ideas.