CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Nikki Reed, 24; Derek Hough, 27; Trent Reznor, 47; Bill Paxton, 57.

Happy Birthday: Do what needs to be done and the outcome will favor you. Stand up for your rights and you will feel happy and accomplished. Add a little humor and charm to whatever you present and you will sway even the most stubborn opponent. Believe in your capabilities and so will others.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Balance will be key. Too much of anything will be overkill. Take a moment to enjoy something simple. Most of all, don’t get dragged into melodrama. Reassess your situation, consider your options and decide based on reality and practicality.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Your strong opinions will be controversial, but they’ll also help you see who supports you and who doesn’t. Stay positive and refrain from showing your disappointment to those who are heading in a different direction. Focus on the here and now.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): A strategic budget will keep your money safe. Put a long-term plan in place that will put your mind at ease regarding your ability to take care of your needs in the future. An offer someone makes may be laced with ulterior motives.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Your adaptability will surprise people. Helping a cause or someone in need will bring you satisfaction and enhance your reputation. New friendships will offer greater potential to advance. A venture you pursue will improve your status.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Compromise and you will eventually get the upper hand. A passionate approach will be too engaging for others to ignore. Your ability to make the most with what you’ve got will bring you victory. Love is in the stars.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Keep a close watch on your finances. An impulsive purchase will leave you short. Pleasing someone may help you get ahead at work but will probably cause friction at home. An interesting comment will help you find other uses for your skills.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Concentrate on doing whatever you can to save money. You will make an impression on someone important if you can get your finances in order and secure your domestic environment. Work with the budget you have to add to your comfort at home.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Get approval before you move forward with one of your ideas or plans. There will be people around you who aren’t willing to take the same risks. Explain your position in order to advance without opposition.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Problems with a friend, relative or neighbor will escalate if you don’t address complaints immediately. Take responsibility and make alterations to satisfy those wanting to take action against you. Focus on love during the evening hours.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Make home improvements that will contribute to comfort and fun for you, your family or friends. Your determination to please people you love will enhance your relationships and ease any tension that has been building. An investment will pay off.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Stop repeating your mistakes. Address problems quickly so you can move on. Don’t let anyone down, including you, and start by better organizing your time. Love is apparent, but honesty will make it happen. Less talk, more action.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Do whatever it takes to win support. The more adaptable you are, the easier it will be to adjust your skills to meet currents requirements. Reconnecting to someone who can contribute to your plan will be more helpful than you anticipate.

Birthday Baby: You are entertaining, fun-loving and an instigator. You strive for happiness and satisfaction.

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