CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Taylor Hanson, 22; Kirby Puckett, 44; Billy Crystal, 58; Quincy Jones, 72

Happy Birthday: Working within a group will be the most beneficial for you this year. The support system you develop will encourage you and give you the confidence to step into the future featuring your unique ideas. This is not the year to let anyone push you around or take you for granted. Set the record straight as to what you want and how you are going to get it. ARIES (March 21-April 19): You may have trouble making up your mind today. Look at the big picture; if you react too quickly, you will overdo, overspend and overcompensate. Refrain from making promises.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Everything is perfect for you to take action and get things moving. You may be a little emotional, but that will result in your being passionate about what you are trying to accomplish. The time is right.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You may have everything in order, but someone or something is likely to surface that will cause problems for you. Be prepared for whatever challenge comes your way. A creative approach will be most effective.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You’ll be torn between the choices you’ve been given. Take the one that feels the most in tune with who you are and what you believe in. A little romance should be penciled in for later in the day.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Someone will be taking personal shots at you today. Keep your emotions level and don’t let anyone know you are bothered by what’s going on. In the end you’ll be the one who’s looking good.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): The changes you are experiencing are good. Jump in with both feet and be the one who leads the way. Passion is heightened, and opportunities to get up close and personal with someone special must be taken advantage of.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Ignore what’s going on around you and do what you can to clear any legal, financial or health problems that exist. The less time you have to dwell over what’s said and done, the better. Anger will only hold you back.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): There is a lot to be said for following your heart and your dreams. Creative ideas will flow freely and can result in a profitable venture. Emotional deception is present, so be sure to make your own decisions.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): The best thing you can do is to work hard and avoid conflicts with your peers or superiors. You can’t win if you decide to wage war on someone who opposes you. Retreat and accomplish what you can.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You are in charge, even if you don’t realize it. Take the initiative and follow through with your plans, and you will get the support you need to finish what you start. Love and romance are in the stars.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Look all around you before you make a move. Someone is likely to try to sabotage you. Know your competitors well, and you will avoid a mishap. Taking a rather unusual route will surprise anyone who challenges you.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): There is too much going on in your life right now for you to sit back and rest. Make a decision and follow through with it. Rewards will be yours at the end of the day. Love is evident.

Birthday Baby: You are intelligent, courageous and disciplined. You won’t let anyone get away with something that doesn’t suit you. You are unique and entertaining, and you like to do things on a grand scale.