Happy Birthday: Take a clear-cut position and move toward your goal. This is the year to get your priorities straight and stop making excuses. Success will not elude you if you take action, but thinking and doing are two different things.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Your energetic nature will get you into trouble today if you haven’t planned a busy schedule. Secrets will be revealed to you. A change regarding your personal life, domestic scene or an older member of your family may surprise you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You will be tempted to spend money on something you really can’t afford. An investment may entice you, but this is not the time to get involved. Rely on close friends and family to help you to make the right financial decision.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You may feel like focusing on your personal life, but it will be important to make professional moves that will alter the course of your financial future. An emotional issue may be raised with someone you have partnered with – be sure to listen.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You will be emotional and quick to change your mind if someone doesn’t do what he or she is supposed to do. Don’t blow situations out of proportion. A mistake is likely to occur if you jump to conclusions.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): There will be lots going on behind your back. Don’t divulge too much information regarding your plans or your ideas. Focus on love, romance and getting closer to someone you really care about.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Lend a helping hand, and you won’t feel like today is such a waste. Family and friends will not understand what you are trying to do and are likely to oppose your every move. Don’t become emotional.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You have to compartmentalize if you want to get through today. Focus on the things you like to do the most – things that make you feel good about yourself. Avoid family conflicts – you can’t win in that arena today.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You may feel pressed to make a professional change, but the timing is wrong. Instead focus on you, your talents and what you can do to get ahead creatively.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Focus on playing and pleasure. You have to be a participant if you want to get into the inner circle. You will be emotional so be careful not to show your true feelings to just anyone.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Be careful what you say. A friend or family member will introduce you to someone who can alter your life. Secrets will be kept from you if you are too demanding or opinionated.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Short trips will pay off. You are in a high cycle regarding fun, romance and making changes to your personal life. A work-related matter will turn out in your favor. More money can be yours if you apply for a new position.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Emotionally, you may find it difficult to move forward. Open your eyes to the opportunities available to you. Let go of the past and prepare to move into the future.

Birthday Baby: You have a sense of justice and fair play. Your tenacity will help you get what you want throughout life. You are intuitive, sensitive – creative in a very practical way.