CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Tempestt Bledsoe, 32; Tom Leykis, 49; Yves Saint Laurent, 69; Dom DeLuise, 72

Happy Birthday: A serious side to you will start to emerge and, if you go with it, there is nothing you can’t accomplish this year. Although some of the prospects may be overwhelming, keep working toward your goals and progress will be made. Don’t take chances while traveling, playing sports or operating equipment.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t take things to heart. Not everyone at home will understand what you are trying to accomplish. Focus on improvement, creativity and doing something that you believe in.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You have to channel your efforts into something worthwhile, such as a project you believe in, your children or a lifestyle change. Your strong will must be used properly. Stubbornness will only hold you back.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Something does not appear to be right. Question motives and look through papers thoroughly. A chance to make a few changes at home must be taken advantage of. You will do much better working from home today.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Secrecy can lead to a financial gain. A chance to make a professional move is apparent. An opportunity to work from home may be included in the deal.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Your intuition will be crystal clear. Someone you know will open your mind to a whole new set of options. Sudden changes regarding your financial situation can be expected.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Your personal life may be unstable, especially if you have been spending too much time away from home. An interesting offer may pose a disruption to your plans. Make a decision based on what you want.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Today is about openness and getting things done, about helping others and not asking for anything in return. Be innovative, creative and inventive in the way you deal with others. The art of diplomacy will be your guide.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You can make changes around your home without spending a lot of money. Some of the alterations may be as simple as the dynamics of the relationships between the people you reside with. Something out of the ordinary will spark a new idea.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You may need to take strong measures to get things done to your satisfaction. A short trip will ensure that you stay in control. Your hands-on effort will pay off.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Money can be made through a real estate investment or a purchase that will grow in value. Career decisions must not be made in haste. Take a closer look at a partnership that has been confusing or going through troubled times.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): As much as you want things to work out, you may have to give up one thing in order to have another. You will face partnership troubles and may not feel the same way you used to about someone in your life.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Someone is probably trying to trick you. A private matter will take a turn, leaving you confused. Don’t expect others to be honest with you – read between the lines.

Birthday Baby: You have all the savvy you need to accomplish throughout your life. You are dynamic, competent and dependable. Your strength and endurance will help you reach your goals.