CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Aaron Carter, 20; C. Thomas Howell, 41; Edd Hall, 49; Tom Waits, 58.

Happy Birthday: You can manipulate partnerships, situations or financial matters to speed up whatever process will help you move forward. Although there will be some obstacles, it won’t be anything you can’t handle. Changes in friendships and the places you frequent should be welcomed and will lead to meeting people who inspire you.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Put some effort into fixing up your surroundings. Money is in the picture and is likely to come to you through unusual means. A trip will pay off in knowledge and the people you meet.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You may feel as if you are being pushed into something. If that’s the case, back away. There is much to gain by being a silent observer. The experience will help you out in the future.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): It’s up to you to challenge yourself to be your best. Advancement is evident scholastically or professionally, whichever the case may be. Don’t let the young and the old around you become a burden.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You can make some very important moves if you let your intuition lead the way. A passionate approach to whatever you do will bring you the results you desire. Change is good, so stop fighting it.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You may get yourself into trouble if you meddle in your friends’ or family members’ affairs. Be the quiet observer; keep your thoughts to yourself. Travel may be beckoning you but it will turn out to be too costly in the end. Listen to the voice of experience.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): If you venture into something uncertain, you may fail. Be careful when dealing with contractors or anyone working on your residence. Costs are likely to escalate rapidly if you don’t stay on top of what’s being done. A partnership change is apparent.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Travel or expanding your knowledge will help you out professionally today. If you are intent on getting things done to your specifications, you will convince others to back you. Don’t be afraid to take a different approach.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): There is money to be made. It’s important to push yourself to the limit today and, if you do, you will reap cash rewards. A change at home will be to your benefit long-term, so don’t waste time worrying.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Secrets may be revealed if you haven’t been honest. Be upfront. Be careful while traveling; taking a wrong turn could cause delays and setbacks. Focus on protecting your assets.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You can tie up loose ends and solidify a deal you have been working on. Settlements, collecting debts and taking care of legal concerns will all turn out in your favor. A change in your professional direction will lead to greater prosperity.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Make your decisions based on fact, not something you’ve conjured up in your head due to emotional upset. Love may be on the line if you have been hiding the truth. Clear the air before things get totally out of hand.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): A deal can be put on the table but don’t be satisfied leaving it there for others to ponder over. Push for a promise, contract or something in writing before the day is over. If you don’t get what you want, pull back and rethink your strategy.

Birthday Baby: You know what you want and can always find a way to get it. You are determined, relentless and an opportunist. You adapt quickly to whatever situation you are in. You attract friends and lovers.