CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Robert Pattinson, 26; Stephen Colbert, 48; Stevie Wonder, 62; Harvey Keitel, 73.

Happy Birthday: This is a year of give-and-take. Offer your services, but only if you get something in return. Handle personal and financial matters creatively. Your ability to stay on top will be determined by what you are willing to do to reach your goals. It’s mind over matter. If you want something, go after it.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Keep your finances a secret. You don’t want to give anyone the impression that you can lend or donate when you are budgeting for something that will help you. Investing in your future will allow you to reach your goals.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Don’t overreact when what’s required is your undivided attention to finish what you began. You can make a difference if you take a unique approach to a problem you face. Prepare to receive recognition for your contribution.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Honesty and integrity will be the deciding factor when it comes to who wins a position, challenge or competition. If you trust in your ability and don’t deviate from the truth, you will maintain your reputation and be victorious.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You’ve got the charm to get others to do things for you. Call in a favor or collect an old debt. Short trips will inspire you to take on a project that can lead to home and family improvements. Change what’s necessary only.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Size up your situation. It’s vital that you don’t take on too much or make promises you cannot keep. Consider making a change that will lower your overhead or help you find a position that will increase your income.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Keep things simple and don’t let an emotional matter turn your day into chaos. Avoid anyone who is trying to push you in a direction that makes you feel uncomfortable. Search for information that will help you make the right decision.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Look for a unique way to make extra cash or to budget for something you want. It’s important to make sure that you are working with instead of against the people in your life who share your work or personal space.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You are in control and can make a fantastic move that will lighten your workload and lower your stress. A partnership will be enhanced by the choice you make and the alterations you implement in your living arrangements.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Stay out of trouble. Problems while traveling or discussing rules and regulations with authority figures will lead to altercations that will detain you from reaching your goals. Charm will get you much further ahead than sarcasm.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You can afford to take a chance regarding money, home and family matters. Fixing up your residence or adding to your comfort will boost your reputation with the people who count. An unusual idea can turn into a moneymaker.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Be direct to avoid giving someone the wrong impression. Too much of anything will lead to disaster. You have to gauge your time and focus on what’s important if you want to avoid trouble and achieve greater stability.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): A dose of realism will help you rethink your next move and whom you should consider connecting with in the future. Backtracking can make more sense, if it will cost you less. Don’t let love interfere with productivity or an important decision.

Birthday Baby: You are an inquisitive and creative dreamer. You are an explorer.

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