CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Cobie Smulders, 30; Jennie Garth, 40; Eddie Murphy, 51; Alec Baldwin, 54.

Happy Birthday: Know the truth before you make a decision that will affect your life. Don’t let your past or someone you used to associate with ruin what you are working so hard to accomplish now. Put the past behind you and concentrate on what lies ahead: a new beginning and an opportunity to aggressively pursue your dreams.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Take on opposition with passion and conviction. Proving your point will be easy if you use your imagination and creativity to make what you have to offer unique and attractive. Simplicity will be the key to your success.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Keep things in perspective, especially when dealing with family, friends or youngsters. Honesty will play a role in whether you get the help you need. Stick to a reasonable budget. Someone will complain if you take on too much.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Not everything will be out in the open regarding personal matters. If you want to know the truth, ask direct questions. Don’t expect to like what you hear, but at least you will know where you stand. It’s time to make changes.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Different philosophies will interest you. Getting to know someone with an entirely different background will change the way you see the world. A strong partnership with someone you can learn from will help to broaden your outlook and direction.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Finish what you start. Show everyone what you are capable of doing. Opportunity will come your way professionally if you expand your options and qualifications. A change in the way you present your skills will lead to greater success.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You’ll be faced with uncertainty and anxiety if you mishandle an untimely situation. You will look like a genius if you focus on being practical and rely on who and what you know. Don’t let emotional matters inhibit your success.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Concentrate on making your home more comfortable and affordable. A romantic situation may not be as it appears. Bide your time and let the other person make the first move. Ulterior motives are apparent when dealing with business or personal partners.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You have all the right answers and can make moves professionally and personally that will help turn any negatives into positives. Communication will be the key to getting what you want and gaining the respect of someone unique.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Talk to people in the know and get advice regarding your home life. A couple of changes will work wonders to get you back on track or improve your current living conditions. Don’t do anything that will jeopardize your position.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Put more into your plans. Remembering old goals will help you decipher where you should put your efforts now. A well-thought-out plan will bring you good fortune. Invest in your own talent and initiative. Fix up your digs.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): The truth and what you want to believe will not coincide. Take a closer look at reality and you will know instinctively what you must do to move forward. The right move now will result in personal success.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Being secretive will backfire. Keep things out in the open so you aren’t accused of hiding pertinent information from people you want to do business with or get to know better. Don’t mix love and romance with business.

Birthday Baby: You have spunk and determination. You aren’t afraid to stand alone.

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