CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Nelly, k.d. Lang, Stefanie Powers, Paul Ford.

Happy Birthday: Not too much will get past you this year. You will be tuned in and hard to mislead. This is a year packed full of extremes and, although challenging, it will also be enlightening.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Put your time and effort into your domestic chores and preparing for what’s to come. The less you give others to complain about, the better. Money matters may be an issue today.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Relationships will be your prime concern today. You should be able to join an organization or a group of individuals who have the same agenda as you do.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): If you aren’t satisfied with your current position, pick up some new skills. Be prepared to change your direction.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Your emotions may be a little out of control. You will succeed if you relax and do the best you can. Consider a minor change to your appearance.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Put your effort into your personal life and how you can turn your assets into something even bigger. Do what you can to make your place more comfortable.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Today is a good time to meet new people or get to know someone you like a whole lot better. Engage in life, love and events that you enjoy.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Not everyone will be thinking the same way you do. Concentrate on work and doing the best job possible. Avoid personal problems that will only slow you down.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): As long as you are true to yourself and your beliefs, nothing will stop you from following the course you choose. You will be capable of drumming up support.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You may have to take it easy today. Pushing yourself too hard will result in ill health. Make some positive changes to your home.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Someone important will be thinking about you. You can seal a deal or lock in a partnership. Love is apparent.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Work-related events will bring you a new opportunity. Take an unusual approach to your work and you will be successful. Don’t let anyone steal your ideas.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Children or younger friends will brighten your day. The more you can do socially, the better. Let your creative imagination take over.

Birthday Baby: You are sensitive, loving and always prepared to take care of the things and people who are important to you. You are steady and reliable.