CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Judy Blume, Lorne Greene, Arsenio Hall, Josh Brolin.

Happy Birthday: You will not be afraid to tackle things this year that you may have been reluctant to pursue in the past. You’ll want to be first and best at whatever you do. Your accomplishments will raise your self-esteem and help you overcome any lingering problems.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Take better care of your financial matters. If you stay on top of your game, you can come into money unexpectedly.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Your emphasis should be on personal as well as business partnerships today. You may have to try a little harder if you want to keep the peace. Make the effort to plan something special.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Be empathetic toward your peers and you will get the same in return today. The more you do in unison with others, the more you will accomplish. This is not the time to back away from anything or anyone.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): A romantic, one-on-one experience will be everything you could possibly hope for. Your honesty and sensitivity toward others will be very attractive. Be selective.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You may have more to contend with than meets the eye today. Be prepared to listen to the problems and complaints of others.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Set aside some time for a serious discussion. A friend or relative may introduce you to someone who can influence you or change your life. A trip will lead to information that you least expect.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You will have a very good handle on what it is you want to pursue and must not let your insecurity stop you. This is a perfect day to let your imagination wander while you take your talents to a new level.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Prepare to impress everyone around you. You will have the ability to handle whatever comes your way. Your emotions will soar when someone you care about shows extra attention.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You may have to deal with some matters that you’ve been putting off. Get to the bottom of things and you will feel much better about yourself. You should put some effort into your home.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): If you are in love, you may want to start making special plans for Valentines Day. The more you do to show someone how you feel, the more you will get in return.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You may have to prove yourself today if you want to avoid complaints. Put in a little extra effort. You can make more money, but it will require patience, hard work and determination.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Lots can be achieved today if you are quick to make your move. You will be extremely creative and you should take the time to develop some of your ideas. Your interaction with friends will lead to romance.

Birthday Baby: You have a do-or-die attitude that always leads to a resolution. You are hard-working and are not likely to lose sight of your goals.