CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Vanessa Carlton, 25; Emily Robison, 33; Timothy Hutton, 45; Robert Culp, 75

Happy Birthday: You will have to give it your all this year. The challenge will be to keep a positive attitude regardless of the situation you face. This will be a year of learning, experiencing and accomplishment if you can remain in control without losing your cool.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t let the little things get to you today. You can do well if you focus on tasks that call for stamina and physical action. Don’t try to make up for feeling down by making unnecessary purchases.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Things are looking up, but that doesn’t mean you should be taking chances. An emotional relationship will take a positive turn. Discuss where you see yourself headed and what your intentions are.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You may not excel at everything, but there is no doubt you have plenty to offer today. You will come up with a splendid idea that will catch everyone’s attention. Financial gains are looking good.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Put a little effort into improving your personal space. You can attract a lot of attention today if you do things that benefit not only you but those you are close to. Do something to update your look.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Trouble is brewing, but before you go blaming someone else, consider if you may be at fault. If you haven’t paid enough attention to the people complaining, you may want to backtrack. You can avoid upset if you do what you said you would do in the first place.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You will be rewarded for your contributions today. Attend an event that will allow you to share ideas with other creative people. Participation will be the key to getting ahead.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Expect chaos, and you will handle all the hoopla with ease. Don’t expect things to go according to plan; be fully prepared to change your direction. Try to avoid an argument.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Don’t let anyone push you into making a quick decision if you are unsure of what you really want to do. Do what you can to fix any problem that you think might arise. Communicate about the way you see things.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Do your best to implement your latest ideas. You will notice an opportunity – don’t pass it off as something you will get back to at a later date. The time to act is now.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You won’t be at your best today. Don’t let impulsive actions lead to major problems. Control the way you are feeling and reserve judgment. Unexpected bills may set you back.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You are dwelling on matters that should be over and done with. Move forward. Your intuition is leading you in the right direction, so stop second-guessing your every move.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): The busier you are, the better you will do. A new connection can be made if you get involved in an organization or community events. Take a strong position, and your voice will be heard.

Birthday Baby: You are daring, daunting and debonair. You have a way with words that allows you to command and demand whatever you want. You are confident and willing to stand up to anyone.