CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Melanie Brown, 30; Melissa Etheridge, 44; Annette Bening, 47; Danny Elfman, 52

Happy Birthday: The chance to do something you have always wanted to do is present, but you will have to take the initiative. A creative concept that you’ve been toying with will turn out to be a real moneymaker. You can charm anyone into helping you out or granting you favors. Money should come your way through unusual means.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t keep your feelings all locked up. Extend your warmth and compassion toward someone who rocks your world. Strengthen your personal partnership or, if you are single, get to know better someone who interests you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Get busy finding out all you can about everyone and everything. The more information you take in, the better prepared you will be. The people you meet today will spark enthusiasm and new ideas in you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You won’t get away with much today, so keep things honest, upfront and to the point. As long as you don’t lead someone on or astray, you will do well. A romantic encounter looks promising.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Expansion should come to mind on many fronts today. Getting to meet new friends or taking an idea you have and building on it will both bring positive results. Don’t let past memories hold you back.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Lady Luck is in your corner, just waiting for you to try something different. You can make some extra cash or even open up possibilities for interesting new career options. Investment opportunities will turn out favorably.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Settle down. You can make progress, but if you rush, you are likely to forget a very small but important detail. Don’t let someone else’s negativity push you into an unpleasant situation.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Don’t meddle in other people’s affairs. You’ll have to walk a fine line if you want to move in a positive direction. Stick to your agenda and don’t count on others to help you finish what you start.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Stop worrying about everyone else and do the things you enjoy doing. The people who want to be with you will take on your challenges and your pastimes. Your discipline and hard work will pay off.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Have a fun-filled day, but don’t forget that whatever you leave unfinished will have to be dealt with later on. The time to make a decision regarding your personal future is now. Don’t share your thoughts just yet.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You won’t get off without a lengthy discussion with friends or relatives who insist on meddling in your affairs. At the end of the day, make your own decisions based on the way you feel and what you want.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Not everyone will be trustworthy today. Refuse to get involved in any joint money deals. If a contract is to be drawn up, take the initiative and draw up one that works for you.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Get rid of any negative thoughts and look for the silver lining on the dark cloud that you have allowed to follow you around. It’s up to you to move forward and leave the dark side behind.

Birthday Baby: You have an unusual way of looking at things and doing things. You are unique, innocent and pure of heart. You have great vision and constant awareness that will guide you throughout your life.

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