Happy Birthday: You can’t expect to make things happen overnight. You can, however, start to make the alterations that will lead to what you want in the future. It’s sitting and procrastinating that will get you into trouble. This is not the time to wait for things to come to you – drastic measures may be required if you don’t take action now.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): A short trip will be entertaining. The people you meet today can enlighten you and enable you to complete a creative project on which you’ve been working.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You may have to work a little harder and faster if you want to be able to attend an event later in the day. Be careful not to accept too many offers.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You can sort through personal problems successfully. Your thoughts will be well received and open up an opportunity you aren’t expecting. Keep things simple – now is not the time to complicate your life.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): It won’t do you any good to overreact but, by being open and direct, you will get to the bottom of things. Once you clear the air, you’ll realize you had nothing to worry about in the first place.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Concentrate on making a move that will lead to a better position. You may like the people you are working for but money talks. Don’t be lazy about pursuing a better standard of living.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Being critical will result in a loss of friendship. Concentrate on self-improvement, not changing others. A problem with someone you work with may stem from something that is happening outside of work.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): If you try to impress someone you will be taken for granted. A trip will turn into a memorable adventure. What you do out of the goodness of your heart will be extremely self-healing.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Don’t let down your guard or take anyone or anything for granted. You will only get back what you put out, so look out for your own interests. A chance meeting with someone you don’t see often will make a positive difference to a decision you have to make.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Take a look around you and if you see similarities to days gone by, you may want to make some changes. You are supposed to be moving forward not back. Rely on your experiences to help you make positive changes.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Money deals can be made. Patience will be the key to getting what you want and when. Time is on your side, so take a wait and see approach. Romance is a given, so plan something special.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Emotional problems will weigh heavy on you today. Rid yourself of worries and get out with trusted friends. Solutions can be found but first you must know what you really want the outcome to be.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You are up for a bit of a wild ride but nothing you can’t handle. There will be plenty of chances to show your expertise and your compassion. Use your intuition and you’ll realize you have more control than you think.

Birthday Baby: You are changeable, versatile and quick to react. You have a strong sense of justice and fair play. You are sensitive, charming and well liked. You are an ideas person with a creative flair.