CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Michelle Williams, Adam Sandler, Hugh Grant, Henry Thomas.

Happy Birthday: This is a good year to start a new business or change your image. If you let yourself move in whatever direction you feel yourself compelled to go, you will be successful. Don’t deny yourself what you deserve.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): If you aren’t prepared to stand up and fight for what you want, you will lose. Don’t back down because someone is pressuring you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Plan something special with your best friend. You owe yourself a little leisure time to catch up. Be forthcoming about your feelings today.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): This is a new day and a time to make changes that will lead you in the direction you have always seen yourself going. Stop making excuses and start to follow your own path.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You will be feeling sensitive and insecure today, so throw yourself into something that will take your mind off your worries. A creative hobby will set your mind at ease.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Financial and legal matters can be put to rest or into play today. Deals can be made and closed. You are in the driver’s seat.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Organization will be the key and, if you are ready for whatever challenge comes your way, you will impress onlookers. Partnerships are on the horizon.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Someone may create a problem for you. Don’t let this person know they have the edge. Play it cool and stay in control.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Publishing deals, writing, interacting and getting your word out is what today is all about. Your imagination will help you present your thoughts in a colorful manner.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You may be forced to deal with some serious matters today. Be prepared to take control and make decisions. Underhandedness is apparent.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You will dazzle everyone today. Partnerships may be uneasy at first, but once you get past the initial stages, you will form a lasting union.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Use your inventive mind to move in a direction that suits you better. Work can be enjoyable if you follow a direction that challenges you.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): This can turn into a spectacular day if you travel about, pamper yourself and do something with someone you really enjoy. Pack this day full of pleasure.

Birthday Baby: You tune into what’s going on around you with ease. You have a sense of what will and what won’t work. You are hard-working, caring and very loyal to your beliefs, friends and family.