CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Madeline Zima, 22; Alexis Bledel, 26; Tina Barrett, 31; Jennifer Tilly, 49

Happy Birthday: Don’t let your personal life cause you to make professional or educational mistakes. Base choices and decisions on necessity, not emotions. Use your head and your charm to manipulate situations so you get what you want. This is not the year to let others take advantage of you.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Money will come from an unusual source. A creative idea will pay off. Travel may be a must but make your plans carefully. Aggressive action may lead you in the wrong direction.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Discussions will help clear up pending issues, especially if you have a concern about a partnership or someone you love. Money will change hands but watch for signs of someone trying to take advantage of you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Love will lead you in a new direction. Trying new things or changing your surroundings to accommodate your new set of circumstances will have its benefits and setbacks. Don’t overreact. Instead, express love and understanding.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Look for an opening to make a change. Getting together with friends or family will help you see the truth. Reevaluate your motives and determine how you can make amends with someone you have thought wrongly of in the past.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Think twice before you do something that may hurt the ones who love. Protect your home, family and friends from anyone who may try to take advantage of what you have. Get involved in events that will result in new friendships.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Think about what’s really important to you – the people, places and things you love the most – and make them the most important part of your day. The conversations you have today will be important in the future.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Money may be on your mind but most important is the realization that you can make changes to help you move into a better lifestyle, position or mindset. Don’t be afraid to take a direction that is a bit unusual.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Everything is changing but don’t worry. The end result is looking good. A serious approach to something you’ve wanted to do for a long time will turn it into a reality. Don’t stop now when you are so close to getting what you want.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Not everything will be out in the open so, before you say what’s on your mind, think again. Travel and talks should be kept to a minimum. Let someone else make the changes or comments and you will reap the rewards of silence.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You can start making plans for the upcoming week. Money is in the picture and deals can be put into place. You can expect the changes you’ve been pushing for to go through, putting you in a very cushy position.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Don’t take life or comments made by others too seriously. For now, look at the positive influences in your life and be grateful for what you’ve got. Think about where you see yourself and in no time you will be there.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Work on something creative or discuss your ideas with someone who can help you legally or financially. Preparation and well-thought-out plans will drive your ideas to the next level.

Birthday Baby: You are powerful, original and quick to react. You have a strong will and are a participant, unwilling to let life pass you by. You are emotional and sensitive.

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