CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Megan Fox, 26; Tori Spelling, 39; Janet Jackson, 46; Pierce Brosnan, 59.

Happy Birthday: Size up your financial situation and prioritize what must be done. Budget wisely for the things you really want, and eliminate anything unnecessary on your list. A concise and efficient step forward will make a huge difference to the outcome, with many surprises that are directly linked to a practical approach.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Get ready for adventure, ups and downs and lots to think about. A friend may have a greater interest in you than you realize. Don’t take on a burden that will stifle your chance to follow your dream.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Meeting someone interesting through work or while networking can lead to a long-time connection. The ideas you present will be taken seriously and will be given great consideration by someone with clout. Don’t be afraid to use a little force.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Avoid procrastinating or getting annoyed with someone pressuring you to choose. Take advantage of the possibilities instead. Love is in the picture. Do something special for those you care about most. Embrace whatever comes your way.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Don’t play the role of a martyr. Put your efforts into your home, family and future. Reinvent how you present what you have to offer. Don’t let depression sink in. Concentrate instead on what you can get done.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Consider your relationships and what improvements can be made. Interacting and participating will lead to interesting contacts who can affect your future. Traveling will give you an interesting new perspective on the possibilities that exist.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Communication is your ticket to advancement. Expand on an idea you feel has potential to become profitable. Attending a reunion or encountering someone from your past will remind you of an old dream. It’s time to look back in order to move forward.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Shopping or relaxing at a spa will do a lot for your morale and give you time to consider your options. Children or a dependent will inspire you to do something you may have forgone without prompting. Love is highlighted.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): A partnership that never had a chance to develop will be given a fresh start. Negotiate strategically, making clear what you have to offer and what you want in return. Make your residence more conducive to working creatively from home.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Try something new, or get involved in an activity that promises to challenge you physically. The opportunity to show off will make you feel good and help position you for a job that interests you. Love is in the stars.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Keep your emotions in check. Observe what others are doing. Focus on how you can make your life better. A little creative accounting will help protect your assets and secure your financial position for years to come. Stick close to home.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Wait and see what everyone else does. You don’t want to end up in a position that costs you because you were too eager to offer or promise your assistance. Love is looking good, and a positive decision will stabilize your personal life.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): An opportunity to change the way you earn your living is apparent. Update your resume or present other ways that your services and skills can be put to use. Greater job and financial security is apparent. Don’t be afraid to take a chance.

Birthday Baby: You are a go-getter. You take action and you graciously accept rewards.

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