CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Forest Whitaker, 47; Linda Ronstadt, 62.

Happy Birthday: You’ve got what it takes to do what you want, so don’t settle for second best. Give yourself deserved credit and build your confidence. Once you get started, you’ll be surprised how far you can get.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Work hard and you will get a break. Romance should be high on your list, along with developing something creative. Don’t pay too much attention to someone negative who is always trying to bring you down.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Time spent fixing up your place will bring your family closer together. An outsider may ask for help but make sure you have done all you can for the ones you love first. Talks will lead to solutions.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Emotions are skyrocketing and love should be in the works. It’s a great day to get out and have fun with friends or develop new relationships. This is a fabulous time to primp and pamper and update your wardrobe or hairstyle.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Someone you know through work or a group you belong to may waffle when it comes to a decision that will affect you. Try not to let it bother you. The calmer you remain, the more impressed everyone will be with you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You can turn a little into a lot. You have plenty going your way and, best of all, an opportunity to turn something you love to do into a profitable investment. Don’t expect a challenge or game of chance to pay off financially.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Don’t take a chance with your personal life. If someone has been taking up too much of your time, causing havoc at home or with someone you love, put an end to it and focus on your future and your personal intentions. Changes made at home will turn out better than anticipated.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Don’t say anything you might regret, especially if it’s to a co-worker or someone you have to deal with daily. A new project, hobby or even a new friend can get your mind moving in directions that will be far more productive. Avoid negativity.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Look at your investments, goals and accomplishments. If you aren’t happy, make some rather drastic changes. Look at what others are doing, attend seminars or travel to see what’s available. Time is wasting away while you ponder.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): If you keep changing your mind, you will be end up with leftovers. A legal matter can be resolved if you are reasonable. Problems will occur while traveling or dealing with authority figures.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Take a chance if you believe in what you are doing. Taking care of someone else’s responsibilities will ensure you get something in return. Your ability to sum things up and close a deal will lead to greater prosperity.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Help a cause you believe in. You will meet someone who interests you for the knowledge he or she can bring to the table. There is a good lesson to be learned from the way others treat you and you them.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Not everyone is looking out for your best interests. Don’t let your emotions take you down the wrong path. Taking an all-or-nothing approach is likely to backfire leaving you with nothing but blame and criticism.

Birthday Baby: You are charming, determined, aggressive and proactive. You are a good person to befriend. You have plenty of pizzazz and intuition.