CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Rafael Nadal, 27; Anderson Cooper, 46; James Purefoy, 49; Deniece Williams, 63

Happy Birthday: An unusual approach to the way you do things coupled with a passionate, heartfelt attitude is the best route to take care of personal and professional matters. A change of plans or direction will enable you to use the skills you have more efficiently. Look at partnerships carefully before you engage in a joint venture. Stability requires a united front.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t count on anything or anyone. Problems with communication will develop with peers, relatives or neighbors if you don’t stipulate what you mean or what you want. Don’t be too eager to make changes based on an emotional situation.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Nurture important relationships and pick up skills and information that will increase your professional opportunities. Share your experience with someone unusual or different from you. Updating your image and exploring new kinds of entertainment along with love and romance are highlighted.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Use your talent, skills and knowledge to complement and perfect what you are trying to accomplish collectively or on your own. Be cautious with affairs of the heart. Do not give someone the wrong impression. Honesty will offset trouble.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Choose your words carefully and make your decisions wisely. Unpredictable situations will not be overcome if you respond emotionally. Step back and assess what you are up against. Stability and practicality will help you convince others to lend you a hand.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You are on a roll. Others will find you exciting and engaging and want to be by your side, helping you accomplish whatever you set out to do. However, jealousy is likely to prevail due to your expanding interests, concerns and friendships.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Balance will be required. Expect to be hit with unusual situations that will take great ingenuity and compassion to solve. Avoid anyone who tries to coerce you into spending money or investing in a risky venture. Offer unique suggestions, not cash.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You’ll feel at odds regarding what to do next. Whether dealing with a business associate or family member, you must do what’s in your best interests regardless of what you are prompted to do. A change in a relationship can be expected.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Express how you feel. You cannot fix what’s going on around you or affecting you personally if you don’t speak up. A creative idea you have will be marketable if you go about promoting it the right way. Love is on the rise.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Step into the spotlight. Your outgoing nature will bring about some welcome changes that can help you achieve your dreams, hopes and wishes. Reconnecting with a past partner or changing your lifestyle will bring greater hope and happiness.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Rethink your strategy. Emotions will spin out of control, and difficulties with colleagues and loved ones can be expected. Think matters through thoroughly before you make a lasting decision. Choose your words wisely.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Put your ideas into motion. Stand up for your rights and fight for what you want. Be unique and say no to anyone putting demands on you. Show your ability to think, act and do, and you will avert interference.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Walk away from a situation that is causing you stress, or face it head on and eliminate the problem. A professional opportunity must be taken advantage of even if it means changing your direction or your current location.

Birthday Baby: You are unpredictable, passionate and determined to reach your goals.

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