CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Masaharu Fukuyama, 37; W. Axl Rose, 44; Natalie Cole, 56; Michael Tucker, 62.

Happy Birthday: You will be inclined to take on too much this year. Size down if you want to keep things under control. You can be successful but you will have to run a tight ship. Work on yourself to make personal changes this year.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Lend a helping hand to friends and relatives but don’t give away what you’ve worked so hard for. Charity begins at home and once you learn that you will be successful. Offer advice not monetary help.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You won’t be seeing things too clearly today. Don’t let your stubbornness and anger rise to the surface or you will be in an emotional situation that will be hard to fix. Overindulgence will lead to weight problems so show moderation.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You can make a difference to someone who can’t do as much as he or she used to do. A chance to get ahead professionally or change your job is looking very promising. Don’t exaggerate your abilities.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You may not like change but it would do you some good. Someone you are close to may try to do you out of some cash. It’s OK to help out but if you are being taken advantage of, put your foot down.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Uncertainty about your home and family will escalate if you have been ignoring all the signs. Face problems head on if you want to avoid a catastrophe. A new relationship may not be as it appears.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You’ll have plenty of energy to do the things you want but if you let someone distract you or stand in your way you will accomplish little. The more limitations you are faced with, the more you will strive for perfection.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): If you execute your ideas, you will have a great shot at accomplishing your goals. You will be able to entertain the people around you by talking about your plans and goals. Travel and communication will be your strong point.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Follow a creative direction and don’t be afraid to go outside the parameters within which you are used to working. Aggressive action will lead to completion if you avoid the people who will slow you down. Today is about creativity and accomplishment.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Join forces with someone who has something to offer. You can sign a deal or take care of legal or financial matters with ease. You will be able to persuade colleagues to think your way. Get things in writing.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Creative thinking will be what counts today. Money can be made if you are quick to get involved in a quick-return deal. Don’t get angry if someone tries to borrow from you – simply say no and move on.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Put your mind at ease by refusing to worry about what everyone else thinks. Let go of the negatives in your life. You only have to prove to yourself that you are following what’s best for you. Don’t let overindulgence lead you astray.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Before you decide to take action, find out what your opponent is up to. Going into a situation assuming you know the whole story is very likely to blow up in your face. Expect to be out cash if you barrel ahead unknowingly.

Birthday Baby: You are clever and creative and your ideas and plans are ahead of their time. You are insightful, intuitive and ingenious. You are a leader and a loner.