CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Russell Crowe, Janis Ian, Francis Ford Coppola, James Garner.

Happy Birthday: Home and family should be your focal point this year. This is a year to strive for prosperity. You have given enough in the past, and now it is your turn to take back. Be relentless in your pursuits.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t let added responsibilities hold you back. Use the experience you are getting to forge ahead. Take money matters into your own hands, invest in yourself and stick to your budget.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): If you have been too busy to focus on your personal life, you may not have one anymore. Consider doing a little socializing if you are single or, if you aren’t, turn on the charm and be more attentive.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You may be feeling bored, as if you are going nowhere fast. Put in a little extra effort today and advancement can be yours.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): So much can be accomplished where projects and your social life are concerned. Taking part in activities that include children will open your eyes to new possibilities.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Not everyone will be as thrilled as you are about your plans. It will take time and patience to come to a common denominator that will work for you as well as your loved ones.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Listen and you will find a solution to your most recent dilemma. A new relationship will turn out to be better than you thought and favors will be granted, should you need assistance.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): This may be the perfect opportunity for you to get out and into business for yourself. You are intelligent and can turn one of your ideas into a profitable enterprise.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): It may be a little hard for you to control your emotions today, so be sure to engage in physical activity that will take your mind off your worries. Love should be on your mind.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Meddling will lead to trouble. Secret dealings must not be talked about. Keep your thoughts to yourself and focus on how you can make some extra cash.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Your contribution to something you believe in will lead to meeting some very influential people today. Volunteering your time and effort will benefit you in more ways than one.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Not everything will be as it appears. Tread carefully, especially if you are dealing with something that could affect your position. The time to be secretive is now.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You’ll be drawn in an unusual direction that will lead to possibilities beyond your wildest dreams today.

You will gravitate toward people who are intellectual, artsy and unique.

Birthday Baby: You are a strong and able individual with plenty of innovative ideas. You are willful and determined to follow your own path, practicing what you know you do best and offering it to those in need.