CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kip Pardue, 29; Jason Alexander, 46; Bruce Springsteen, 56; Elizabeth Pena, 46

Happy Birthday: Let the past go and proceed to the fast-forward lane. You are intuitively creative this year and must make the most of it. Versatility will be your wild card. Just when the competition thinks you are out of ideas, you will do the unexpected.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Everything is happening fast – just the way you like it. Promote, present and proceed to the finish line. A chance to change your direction, future and your life is now.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You can make heads turn if you push your ideas and follow through with your plans. This is not the time to hold back or to rely on someone else. Focus on professional gains, and don’t let personal issues hold you back.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Now is not the time to hesitate or question what you are doing. You may be feeling a little emotional, but if you focus on love and romance, everything will work out for the best.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You may want to rethink what you are trying to do. A problem with someone you thought you could trust is likely to arise. Social activity will lead to meeting someone who really understands who you are.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You can draw attention, captivate hearts and make someone who wants to be with you very jealous if you aren’t careful. Your ability to entertain the crowd will put you in the spotlight and could even lead to an interesting opportunity.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You may as well put in extra hours at work because someone you are close to will be disgruntled about his or her life with you. Be congenial and offer to help, but don’t get caught up in the melodrama. Home improvement projects may help for the moment.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You need to get away and have some fun. A little R & R with the one you love or a good friend will do wonders for your morale. A chance to find out something that can contribute to a professional opportunity will be helpful.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Do something to improve your surroundings. Renovations will turn out better than you anticipate. Money matters can be taken care of, and a chance to get involved with someone in the know is evident.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Easy does it – you will have too many options and not enough time. Choose what suits you best, and don’t let anyone bully you into doing something else. You can make a lasting impression by taking charge.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You will be led astray if you let your heart rule your head. Don’t fall for a sob story. You will overreact as well as be inclined to overindulgence. Do something that will ensure that you are living a healthy lifestyle.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Take a chance and do what you believe will work for you. You can make a lifestyle change that will dramatically alter your future. Focus on romance and you will get what you want in the end. Be original and don’t look back.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Everything will revolve around financial and health concerns today. Do what you must to clear your schedule so you have a little time to yourself. You need to rejuvenate and rethink your future.

Birthday Baby: You are sophisticated, charming and very intelligent. You know exactly how to treat people to get what you want. You are loyal, dedicated and a little bit stubborn. You are artistic in all that you do.