CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Hallee Hirsh, 19; Michael McCary, 35; Benjamin Bratt, 43; Sam Robards, 45.

Happy Birthday: Don’t lose sight of your goals. An opportunity to do something unique and different will cause a bit of a quandary for you. If you make the right choice, you will discover things about yourself you never knew existed. Don’t shy away from the unknown – embrace what can offer you greater knowledge.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Look over your financial situation. As long as you budget wisely you will head into 2007 with a good handle on your future and what you can do. A trip to old familiar places will bring back some fond memories.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Emotions will be difficult to control, especially where love interests and partnerships are concerned. Financial gain is heading your way but you will also have a tendency to let it slip through your fingers. Do not donate to groups you know little about.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You’ll be drawn to someone who gets to you emotionally. Stay calm and handle whatever situation you face in a dignified manner. A chance to make a personal purchase will be questioned by someone concerned about your financial well being.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Shopping for that special something for someone you love will bring stupendous results. You will be able to put much of your to-buy list to rest. A change of heart will give you greater insight.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Look for answers outside your home and personal life. Someone you live with or are close to will give you a hard time. Get out and have fun with friends. You don’t have to overspend to impress others.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You can rely on a friend, neighbor or even an acquaintance more than you can on family today. Get out with friends or someone who interests you intimately and you will avoid some of the controversy going on under your own roof.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Forget about work unless it has to do with your own business or an idea that might lead to greater financial security. You should be traveling, having fun and getting together with friends, family and neighbors. Put your creative mind to good use.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You may be feeling a little nostalgic or even a bit emotional. Try to put the bad behind you and focus on the good. Once you have a handle on what it is you want, you will feel good about your future.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Helping the less fortunate will lead to meeting someone who has some great ideas you may be able to implement. An older or more experienced individual will help you get things started on a project for next year.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Put in a little extra time into your future and your career. A new job prospect will get your mind thinking about the possibilities that could develop. You are ready for change so jump in with both feet.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You may not be thinking straight emotionally. Stick to work and professional gain. Don’t be fooled by what others tell you. Chances are good someone will be exaggerating.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Your heart is in the right place but that doesn’t mean you have to give your shirt away. People will benefit more from your time and effort than from your financial assistance. Now is the time to make your savings grow.

Birthday Baby: You have drive and courage. You are playful, entertaining and unique in the way you handle emotional matters. You are strong, just and willing to go the distance.