CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Roma Downey, 49; George Clooney, 48; Tom Bergeron, 54; Bob Seger, 64.

Happy Birthday: Focus on work and holding on to what you’ve got. Your serious attitude and well-thought-out plans should be enough to gain the support needed to keep you in a safe zone. This is a time to protect, while maintaining slow growth. In the end, you will win.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Difficult decisions are heading your way and the ability to act quickly and with adequate knowledge will let you win in the end. A partnership that has been going through uncertainties must be dealt with patiently.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Get serious about what you do and you will get a great response. Push for perfection and you will get the respect and the advancement you want.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Speak your mind and you will be given the consideration you ask for. Don’t back away from adversity when you have so much to contribute that can make a difference. A lover, child or friend will inspire you.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Good fortune is on your side, so take a chance and make a move. A journey will help you reconnect with someone you had all but forgotten. A fresh look at something you disregarded in the past will bring you hope now.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): A vacation or change of scenery will help you realize your needs and potential. Your generosity will overwhelm someone you are trying to impress but, before you give too much, consider what you are getting in return.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Get serious about a job you are working on and you will gather support, along with suggestions that will make your job easier. A money deal will position you well in other aspects of your life. Pay cash for luxury items or take a pass.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You’ll be all over the map emotionally if you don’t put an end to the pending problems that have you wigged-out. Say what’s on your mind and you will resolve issues and make some positive adjustments.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Keep your thoughts to yourself but don’t stop doing what you are doing. It’s your mysterious way that will intrigue and interest people. The reactions people have will change the nature of what you are doing.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You have the upper hand but, if you are arrogant, you may fall short of your goals. A romantic encounter will leave you questioning what you should be doing with your life. Domestic changes will, in time, turn out well for you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Make your choices based on honesty and integrity, not out of love for someone you are trying to protect. It’s best to get things out in the open and deal with personal matters before it’s too late. Working from home will pay off.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Your generosity may be your downfall in the end. Keep things equal if you want your relationship with friends, relatives or a lover to flourish. Don’t spend for emotional reasons. Now is the time to budget.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): “Who’s the boss” may come up during a misunderstanding. Strive for equality. Arguments will damage whatever partnerships you have. Be patient and offer compromises that are fair to everyone involved.

Birthday Baby: You are dedicated and loyal and strive for perfection. You are passionate and bold, open-minded and an opportunist.