CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jack Osbourne, 33; Parker Posey, 50; Courtney Thorne-Smith, 51; Bonnie Raitt, 69.

Happy Birthday: Take everything in and consider your options before you decide to make a move this year. Don’t let anyone upset you or pressure you to do something that you aren’t ready to pursue. Timing is crucial when dealing with matters of a personal nature. Know what you are up against and strategize the best way to come out on top. Your numbers are 9, 17, 26, 32, 34, 40, 46.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Be secretive about your plans. An important relationship can be taken to the next level if you are willing to make a couple of changes. Speak up and clear up any misunderstandings you might have regarding joint money, possessions or expenses. 5 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Reinforce your position and your claims. Know what you want. Show interest as well as concerns. The best way to deal with situations is to be direct, fair and willing to compromise. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Discussions will help clear up a misunderstanding. Expect someone to meddle in your affairs. Take steps to keep personal information and decisions secret for the time being. A personal or professional gesture will be difficult to resist. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Review your plans and present what you would like to see happen. Open up a dialogue with someone you have worked with in the past, and they may offer interesting suggestions that will help you pursue your plans. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Make a change and make a difference. Interact with people who share your goals. Network with people you see as leaders and self-starters. Much can be accomplished if you are sincere and passionate about what you want to see happen. 5 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Take a stance and follow through. You can bring about important change if you are willing to stand up for your beliefs. A meeting, a conference or reaching out to people who have something to offer will help your progress. 4 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Don’t jeopardize your ability to get ahead or to hold on to what belongs to you. Someone will use underhanded tactics if you are too accommodating. Keep your personal information a secret, and refuse to let anyone bully you. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Being secretive will be in your best interest. The less others know about your plans, the easier it will be to reach your goal. Arguing or dealing with excessive people should be avoided. Know your limits and stick to your plan. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Keep your story straight. If you get mixed up, you will give the wrong impression. Your focus should be on yourself, not others. Personal changes will lift your spirits and make you feel good. Use your attributes to further your position. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don’t take anything for granted. Just when you least expect it, someone will throw you a curveball that will send you on a tailspin. Stay on top of what’s going on around you and the people you deal with daily. 4 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): How you handle your finances should be changed to suit the economic climate. Don’t fret over what others are doing. Keep your personal matters separate and safe. Walk away from anyone trying to persuade you to take a risk. 2 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Listen carefully, but do not react. Someone will try to coerce you into something you shouldn’t do. Excessive and indulgent behavior should be avoided. Focus on gaining stability, not upsetting what you’ve worked so hard to achieve. 2 stars

Birthday Baby: You are sensitive, aggressive and possessive. You are secretive and instinctual.

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Eugenia Last

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