CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jessica Alba, 27; Penelope Cruz, 34; Jay Leno, 58; Ann-Margret, 67.

Happy Birthday: Don’t be too quick to judge others this year. First make sure that you are on the right track. There is plenty of opportunity out there so be creative and you can turn something you like to do into a benefit. This is your year to stabilize your current position and your future.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t pass up a chance to help someone out. What you get in return will be an interesting lesson that will help you with future partnerships. Strive for perfection in a timely fashion.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Emotional issues will be brought to the surface. Stay calm and use your head and you can sort matters out. Someone you are dealing with will twist things around.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Concentrate on what you can do, not what everyone else is doing. Gossip should be avoided at all costs. Promote your own interests and accomplishments. CCANCER (June 21-July 22): You may think that time is running out but you have lots of room to ponder what is important to your future. A great offer may be presented and, if you go over every detail, you won’t need to worry.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Confusion may set in, making it difficult to keep things straight. Don’t profess to know something if you aren’t sure. Emotional matters will make you think about what you should have done to avoid such uncertainties.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Don’t waste your time talking when whoever you are trying to convince of something isn’t listening. Put your thoughts and efforts into securing your future.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You will realize that things aren’t exactly as they appear. Concentrate on creative projects, children or friends who share common interests. Do things that don’t cost too much and put cash away for an unexpected bill or luxury item.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Trouble is brewing at home and within partnerships in which you are involved. Listen to whatever complaints are voiced and be prepared to do something quickly to keep the peace.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Talking with friends, family, neighbors or even one of your peers will help you get things sorted out concerning a new direction you’ve been considering. Don’t feel forced to oblige someone else if it doesn’t work for you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Something or someone from your childhood will remind you of old goals. Don’t rule them out if they still interest you. There is progress to be made if you put in the hours and make the calls that can help you get something off the ground.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Emotions will be hard to control, causing difficulty when trying to find out the truth. Don’t rely on what someone tells you – find out first hand before getting upset or jumping to conclusions.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): So much is happening behind your back. Check out what everyone else is doing if you want to have a clear assessment of a deal, project or personal paperwork.

Birthday Baby: You are an opportunist, eager to make your way and claim your stake. You are fresh, youthful and know how to charm others with your charismatic approach.