CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Christina Aguilera, 27; Katie Holmes, 29; Brad Pitt, 44.

Happy Birthday: Don’t fall for sob stories this year or you will run short of cash and time. A little travel for pleasure will result in meeting someone you find intriguing. Find out the facts so you can make better choices.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t let anyone get a rise out of you today. Stick to close friends or family who are on your side, not the ones ready to be negative about what you are trying to do. What you learn today will help you further your goals in the new year.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Think before you spend your last dime or sign up for something that drains you for years to come. A change in the way you do things or the people you help will give you greater cash freedom.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Decorate, invite friends over or put a little effort into lining up your financial strategy for the new year. There are gifts, money and other surprises heading your way. Be gracious about what you receive.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Energy and effort will bring with it efficiency and good results. A few unique changes to your surroundings and you will please some of the people who mean the most to you. Don’t get anxious about upcoming events.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Everything is turning in your favor. A little fun and games mixed in with shopping for that special someone and your day is complete. A chance to prove yourself professionally will bring an interesting proposal your way.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Stick to your game plan, even if someone tries to tempt you to take a different route. Problems with overspending, overindulgence or overdoing will arise. Acting on your true feelings will have a positive outcome.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Get your travel plans in order, no matter how long or short the trip. Troubles with agencies, institutions or even some of your neighbors, friends or relatives can be expected if you don’t do things according to protocol. Control your emotions.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Consider starting a little enterprise of your own in the new year. A chance to share your excitement and thoughts with someone you love will lead to a passionate evening. Don’t let money matters spoil a good time.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You can make a move, change or alteration to your current living arrangements that will please everyone. A change with your romantic life should please you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): There will be a lot of secrets to keep. Someone you least expect may not be as trustworthy as you think. You may feel insecure regarding a deal you want to close before year’s end.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You will impress the people who didn’t think you had it in you. An opportunity will arise because of your generosity and understanding. You will learn something very valuable from what you experience today.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Don’t let sudden changes get to you. For everything that appears to leave you in the lurch, something good will come. Changes at home will be appreciated in the end.

A gift or offering is coming your way. You can reconnect with someone if you make a phone call.

Birthday Baby: You love life, are curious about everything and everyone and are eager to try new things. You are impatient, impulsive, a dreamer and a creator.