CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Taylor Kitsch, 34; Patricia Arquette, 47; Robin Wright, 49; John Schneider, 55.

Happy Birthday: Do your own thing. Make every moment count. There is no time to waste and plenty you can accomplish if you are persistent. Refuse to let emotional issues stand between you and reaching your goals. Make choices that will lead to greater happiness. Don’t let what others do or say disrupt your plans or cost you financially. Economic strategy is a must. Your numbers are 5, 12, 16, 21, 25, 34, 44.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): A joint venture will turn in your favor. Trust in your instincts to make a suitable choice regarding partnerships and personal changes. Don’t be daunted by opposition. Do your own thing and success will follow. 5 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Concentrate on obtaining information, not dishing it out. Less will be more appropriate, no matter what you are doing. Avoid a mishap by being precise and honest about your feelings and intentions. Simplicity and moderation will work best. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You can excel if you offer help to individuals who have something you want in return. Use your intelligence coupled with your persuasive skills to take control of any situation you face. Expand your interests or plan to make a move. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Don’t act on hearsay. Put your time and effort into developing your talents, interests and networking skills. Separate yourself from the competition and present a unique version of what you have to offer. Someone from your past will help you. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Explore new avenues of interest. Travel, communication and learning will lead to new friendships and opportunities. Do your due diligence before you invest in someone else’s ideas. You will gain more if you develop and follow through with your own plans. 5 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Concentrate on home, family and personal investments. You can make gains if you are specific about what you put your money into. Attend a seminar that will raise your investment savvy. Romance and self-improvement projects look promising. 2 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Find a way to improve your relationships with people who have something to offer in return. Altering the way you do things, where you live or whom you associate with will make a difference when you promote your ideas and services. 4 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Ease into the changes going on around you. Don’t let anger take over when you should be looking for a way to adapt to whatever situations you face. Stick to simple, effective means and methods, and you will gain ground. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Turn your ideas into cash. Start a small home-based business that will bring in extra income. You can improve your standard of living if you make a move or renovate to suit your growing interests and skills. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Observe what others do and say. Keep your distance from gossip and indecisive individuals. You need to build confidence in what you have to offer. Go it alone if that’s what it takes to control the outcome of a situation you face. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Make professional moves or take on more responsibilities. Develop an idea or service you have to offer. Focus on bringing in money, not on dispersing it. A partnership or someone from your past can help you advance. 4 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Don’t let anyone take advantage of your desire to please. Don’t wait for opportunities to come to you. Make a point to go after what you want. Love is in the stars, and putting time aside for someone special will pay off. 2 stars

Birthday Baby: You are curious and adventuresome. You are outgoing and responsive.