CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Rihanna, 22; Brian Littrell, 35; Andrew Shue, 43; Cindy Crawford, 44.

Happy Birthday: You must separate your emotions from your professional plans and maintain a practical approach. Focus on the here and now and what it will take to remove any connection to past problems. In order to move forward and pursue what means the most to you, dedication will be required.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t run from situations that need to be fixed. Secretive action will only lead to more trouble. Get things out in the open and you will find a solution. Someone else’s limitation may be to your benefit. 

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Your power of persuasion will work wonders if you address a group or organization that can benefit from your services. Don’t let someone you live with upset you when your focus should be on your professional goals. Be direct. 

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): A user-friendly environment will equate to greater production. Don’t let someone you love cost you financially or emotionally. If you overspend, you will not be able to complete what needs to be done. 

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Travel for business or pleasure will pay off. You need to be aware of what’s available if you are going to make the right choices. A move or a change of scenery will do you good and will help you get ahead personally and professionally. 4 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Refuse to give in to anyone trying to get you to do something you don’t want to do. An argument can be expected but it’s still better than getting stuck with responsibilities you don’t want. Compromise won’t work.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Play every card you’ve got in order to finalize a deal with someone you care for. A commitment can be made and plans put into play. Visit someone who can provide you with the information you need to move ahead with your plans. 

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Proceed with caution. Taking a chance when it comes to financial investments will lead to loss. A creative outlet or group that you join will help you see where you are headed. Expressive dialogue will result in much-needed support. 

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): This is not the time to waffle or to let someone get the upper hand. Love is in the stars, so discuss your personal plans with someone special. An evening out or enjoying a common interest will help you explain what you want long term. 

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): If you move too fast, you can expect to make mistakes and suffer financial, emotional and personal loss. Travel or dealing with an authority figure will not turn out well. Delays and last- minute alterations will contribute to greater confusion. 

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Look, see and do. There is nothing you can’t accomplish if you set your mind to it. An interesting change in your surroundings will be conducive to love and romance. Don’t let someone else’s responsibility become your burden. 

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You may have to deal with emotional issues if you haven’t been completely upfront. A personal reevaluation will help you express your plans with greater enthusiasm and clarity, so that no one feels jilted by your recent decisions. 

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Love is apparent and you should be planning an elaborate evening with someone you want to spend more time with. Old emotional feelings will surface, confirming that you are in the right place with the right person. 

Birthday Baby: You have a vivid imagination and a strong will. You follow your own path. You are aggressive, willing to experiment and you adapt well to change.