CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Sheena Easton, Ace Frehley, Sandy Dennis, Jack Klugman.

Happy Birthday: Focus on what’s important to you this year, not on past mistakes or regrets. Move into the fast lane where you can gain the most ground. You should be able to make an outstanding impression as long as you don’t have all that excess baggage holding you back.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You can take on a creative project that you felt inadequate to proceed with in the past. A new friendship will develop with someone who has a similar passion.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Don’t be gullible when it comes to taking someone at their word. Be sure before you proceed. You may have to make some personal changes today.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): No one will be able to hold you back or get in your way today. Promote your ideas and don’t be afraid to talk to someone about your career direction.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You will have the discipline to complete your project today, but you may need to ask for favors to get everything done. Put your mind on your work and you will achieve.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Your spirits are high today. You can bring about change if you have prepared your plan and its execution with care.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Be careful whom you trust today, especially with information that could affect your future. Do the work yourself and eliminate the chance of sabotage.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): A chance will develop to connect with someone who could become a new friend or lover. Opportunities to get help with a cause you believe in will lead to a successful campaign.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Stick to what you do best and refuse to let anyone sidetrack you with big ideas of little substance. Taking sides in any situation will lead to a problem later on.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You’ll be center stage today no matter what you do. Take advantage of your position, but don’t exaggerate. You will be presented with a new way of doing things.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): A career opportunity may be looking you in the face – take a chance and see what it’s all about. Take care of any financial matters personally. Do not leave your money in someone else’s hands.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Talk with your partner about any existing problems. Communication will help to resolve the issues that continually plague you. If you are single, get out and meet new people.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You really have to give it your all when it comes to work and getting along with your peers. You can make headway today if you are helpful and listen to what others have to say.

Birthday Baby: You are inquisitive and will insist on a satisfactory answer. You like to set standards rather than live by someone else’s. You strive to be unique in every way.