CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Ryan Seacrest, 43; Stephenie Meyer, 44; Ricky Martin, 46; Diedrich Bader, 51.

Happy Birthday: Trust in yourself, not in what others tell you or try to make you believe. Choose what’s important to you and stay focused and steadfast when it comes to reaching your goals and maintaining your lifestyle. Innovative ideas will help you masterfully reach your goals without interference. Allowing others to meddle in your affairs will slow you down. Your numbers are 8, 15, 23, 29, 31, 36, 45.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Stay focused on important relationships and do your best to turn the festive season into a memorable event. Take a creative approach to the way you show loved ones how much you care. Offer time and understanding. Romance is highlighted. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Do what you can for others, but not at your own expense. Gauge what to give and consider the logistics behind what’s being asked. Stay focused on making money, not doling it out. Stability and security should be your goals. 4 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Getting together with friends or relatives will give you a chance to catch up. A reminder of good times from the past will put greater emphasis on what you want and need to do in the future. Make someone you love happy. 2 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Let your imagination and your creativity guide you. You’ll come up with some dandy ideas and solutions that will help fill your day with warm experiences. Love and romance are highlighted, and promises and plans can be made. 5 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Don’t be tricked into spending more than you can afford. Last-minute purchases will not make any difference when it comes to what people expect from you. Personal growth and awareness should be your goals. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Keep your emotions in check and your conversations based on facts, not rumors. A change may not be welcome, but it will be good for you in ways you never thought possible. Be responsible and rewards will come your way. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Focus on peace and joy. Getting together with family and friends who offer the support you need to make good choices will encourage positive personal growth. Don’t let anyone pressure you to do something you don’t want to do. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Plan to enjoy your family and friends. Open your doors or do something unusual that will bring smiles to the faces of those you love. Your thoughtfulness and sincerity will put you into the spotlight. Enjoy the moment. 5 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Do something special for someone you love. Changes you make at home or reuniting with people you haven’t seen for some time will bring about improvements that will carry on into next year. Make a promise and be sure to keep it. 2 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Keep your plans a secret until the time is right. If you let others know what you are up to, your surprise will be spoiled or someone will interfere with your plans. An unusual deal will spark your interest. 4 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You can listen, but don’t react in haste. Someone is likely to embellish what he or she is up to or give you reason to wonder if you are falling behind. Be proud of who you are and what you have accomplished. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Emotional confusion will set in if someone tries to manipulate you. Get the facts straight and use your insight to decipher what you should be doing. Trust in yourself and don’t let anyone else handle your personal affairs. 3 stars

Birthday Baby: You are unique, intelligent and resourceful. You are indomitable and productive.

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Eugenia Last

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