Happy Birthday: You aren’t likely to have too much free time on your hands this year. With your industrious side coming to the surface and changes all around you, the result will be plenty of unexpected and interesting developments coming your way. Being receptive will be the key to making the most of this rather vigorous year.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Take the world by storm today. Be specific about your needs and your objectives. You have to compensate for any competition that may want to oppose you. This can be a very productive day if you forge into the future with confidence.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You’ll be surprised at how much you can get done if you deal with agencies or institutions. You will have the savvy to manipulate business situations as well as the charisma to enforce your ideas.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don’t take anything or anyone for granted, especially the person who is always there for you. You may be feeling good about your own accomplishments, but you should be giving praise as well.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You will be in the mood to have a little fun, do a little shopping and make some personal improvements. A financial or legal deal can be settled today.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You have the opportunity to open a door that will lead to some inspiring concepts. You have plenty to be grateful for, and the more gracious and humble you are, the more you will be offered in return.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You may have to do a little friendly persuasion today. As long as you coax gently and are complimentary, there will be no problem.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You have a big heart, and you are willing to go the extra mile if need be. You can make the people around you happy today with your creative suggestions and willingness to stick by them as long as they need you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Today is all about looking your best and spending time with someone you feel deeply about. Changes are coming your way, so begin the preparation needed.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): This could turn into a push-pull sort of day – one person wanting you to do one thing and another trying to convince you to do something altogether different.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Pay more attention to your peers. Someone you least expect may not be standing in your corner. You may want to be a little bit secretive about your plans.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You’ve got it right, so stop questioning everything. It takes confidence and trust in what you are capable of doing in order to be successful.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You may not know which end is up today, especially if someone you care about is confusing you with his or her actions. Be diplomatic but don’t let anyone know where you stand. Being a little mysterious will protect you from malice.

Birthday Baby: You are sensitive, emotional and very good at getting your own way. You have big ideas and creative talent. You don’t give up easily, and you are known for your charm.