CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jonah Hill, 28; David Cook, 29; Nicole de Boer, 41; Joel Gretsch, 48.

Happy Birthday: Emotional matters will be your downfall. Quickly deal with whatever setbacks you face. You don’t want to close the year with personal debts hanging over your head. Make a decision that will clear your mind of stress, enabling you to plan for a better future. Clear a passageway to make necessary transitions easier.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t let anyone use a sob story to talk you into something or out of money. Size up whatever situation you face and do what works best for you. Stay in control, even if someone challenges you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Try to please others. The gesture you make, no matter how small, will enhance your reputation and pave the way for better times ahead. You don’t have to let this time of the year be costly. Prudence will be praised.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Use your charm, intellect and know-how to grab attention, and you will meet someone interested in sharing an idea, expense or plan. Changing your perspective of someone will lead to a closer connection. Love is highlighted.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Shop for someone you want to please. A gift that comes from the heart will send an undeniable message. Make plans that will help you get ahead professionally. Additional skills and knowledge will play in your favor. Set up interviews.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Get out with friends or colleagues and enjoy the festive season. Make plans for the end-of-year celebrations. Love is in the stars, and a change in the way you view someone is likely to determine your next personal move. Follow your heart.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Take care of pressing business and personal financial matters. Make a decision regarding your home and family. Not everyone will be happy with your choice, but you have to do what’s best for you. A financial gain is apparent.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Your emotions will be stifled due to a financial cost you have to endure. Indecisiveness will cost you even more. Size up your situation and ask for help if it’s required. Expect someone you love to overreact or overindulge.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Keep close tabs on your home and finances. You must balance the pros and cons of any change heading your way. The more knowledge you gather, the easier it will be to make the right decision. Don’t go overboard to impress someone.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Help out, unless it will put you in jeopardy emotionally or financially. A positive change at home will ease stress. Enjoy a little festive cheer with your peers. Networking will pay off. An opportunity is heading your way.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don’t put pressure on friends, relatives or neighbors if you want to avoid opposition. You can make a good financial move if you use your talent and skills to the best of your abilities. Strategy and marketing will pay off.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Don’t let love cost you financially or emotionally. Make choices based on truth as well as facts and figures. Focus on being the best you can be and project an honest, straightforward approach when dealing with others.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Let your heart dictate what you should do. A serious commitment can be made. Don’t hesitate to say what’s on your mind or to discuss the possibilities the new year holds. Simplicity and moderation will be key to your success.

Birthday Baby: You are intense, shrewd and serious. You are driven, intuitive and intelligent.

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