Happy Birthday: With a little thought, you should be able to spin things in your favor this year. This is a great year for love and making personal changes. It is a year of opportunity if you make decisions instead of letting them be made for you.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Just when you think you have everything under control, someone will disrupt your plans. Travel the distance and you will find someone who will come through for you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Keep your emotions in check. As soon as you show weakness, you will lose your ability to negotiate. Adaptability is what’s needed for success today. Don’t let your responsibilities stop you from doing what you feel will help you the most.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Do what’s least expected of you and you will stay ahead of the competition. Your discipline and uniqueness will help you see any matter to the end. However, don’t overdo it in the interim.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Don’t count on the people closest to you to come through. Instead, look to those who have something to gain by joining your cause. Once you establish who can do the most for you, the rest will be a piece of cake.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Don’t be too sure of yourself or the outcome of something you are working on. Attend to every little detail yourself and don’t be afraid to take over if something isn’t being done to your specifications.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Someone you know will offer some very valuable suggestions. Don’t let a change of plans upset you. Instead, work with what you have and prepare to make the most of it.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Empty promises regarding money or a legal concern will leave you feeling a little unsettled. Do your part and don’t settle for anything less than what you deserve. This is not the time to rely on others, especially if money is involved.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You’ll be drawn to someone you feel is creative, unique or unusual, but don’t give up what you’ve got to test drive something that may not be as it appears. Don’t let your emotions affect your decisions. Stick to what you know.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Don’t believe everything you are told. Someone is likely to exaggerate a situation or his or her capabilities. If something doesn’t appear right, a change may be required to keep things afloat.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Look to the reliable people and ideas that have worked for you in the past. You can make some interesting assessments that will enable you to maneuver yourself into a pretty cushy position. Be aggressive and to the point.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Someone is likely to pretend to care or offer you something that he or she will not follow through with. Don’t be upset. Instead, take control and get things back on track.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Money can be made, offers put into play and progress obtained. Focus on what it is you want instead of what everyone else wants. Play your position straight, honestly and with vision and you will get the support you require.