CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Evan Rachel Wood, 35; Shannon Elizabeth, 49; Toby Jones, 56; Michael Emerson, 68.

Happy Birthday: Idle time is the enemy. A tight schedule jam-packed with deadlines will keep you moving forward and excited about life, love and your overall well-being. Trust your instincts and know when to sprint and when to sit back and regenerate. Your ability to read situations clearly will encourage you to help others. Mix business with pleasure, and you’ll surpass expectations. Your numbers are 2, 14, 20, 26, 31, 33, 46.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Your hard work will pay off, and what you gain in the process will motivate you to keep moving forward. The confidence you earn and the backing of influential people will lead to better days ahead. Progress and rewards are heading your way. 4 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Indecisiveness will be your downfall. Put time and effort into fact-finding and assessing situations. Decisions will factor into how much respect you receive from others. Don’t let your emotions interfere with doing what’s right and best for you. 2 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You’ve got momentum; don’t look back or slow down. Keep your eye on the target, and you’ll reach your destination on time and with a healthy attitude. Don’t be shy; recognize your strengths and accept credit where credit is due. 5 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Handle domestic and financial matters carefully. Be practical and ready to say no to anyone looking for a handout. Offer suggestions and physical assistance, but don’t pay for someone else’s mistake. Protect your home, family and position. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Put more emphasis on finding the truth and taking care of anything that may stand between you and whatever you want to pursue. Listen to what’s being said and offered, and mastermind a way to use this information to your advantage. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Have a plan in place. High energy coupled with intuition and getting along well with others will get you where you want to go. Don’t let anger or frustration stand between you and your dreams. Face situations head-on and play to win. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Speak passionately and pursue your goals. Share with someone you look up to, and the input you receive will enrich your vision. Don’t let disappointment set in if someone decides to head in a different direction. Do what’s best for you. 5 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Do what you must, then move on to something more pleasurable. Rewarding yourself will give you the boost you need to trust and believe in yourself and what you want to pursue. A partnership will provide you with the leverage to explore possibilities. 2 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Take on a cause and do your best to make a difference. Consider what’s possible, and apply your skills to meet the demands you encounter. Enthusiasm and high energy will help you set the pace and standard for others to follow. 4 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don’t give up. If you are a good listener, you will gain insight into what’s possible. Play with the facts and figures, and you’ll find a workable solution. Live within your means, and promise only what you can deliver. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Put your energy into something that will make you feel good about who you are and how you live. Fixing up your surroundings will give you a boost, but don’t let it result in debt. Monitor your spending and search for bargains. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Sort through your thoughts and feelings before you share them with others. It’s essential to understand what’s possible before you make promises. Personal improvements require patience and planning. Leave nothing to chance or in someone else’s hands. 3 stars

Birthday Baby: You are high-energy, persistent and thoughtful. You are engaging and friendly.

1 star: Avoid conflicts; work behind the scenes. 2 stars: You can accomplish, but don’t rely on others. 3 stars: Focus and you’ll reach your goals. 4 stars: Aim high; start new projects. 5 stars: Nothing can stop you; go for gold.

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