CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Dot-Marie Jones, 51; Dave Foley, 52; Michael Stipe, 55; Patty Loveless, 58.

Happy Birthday: Opportunities will come from the most unusual sources. Double check all the ins and outs of any deal offered. Negotiate with an open mind and a practical attitude and you will gain respect and support from those in a position to give you the freedom required to follow through with your ideas and plans. Personal stability is attainable.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t let emotions take over, causing you to do or say something you’ll regret. A change that takes place will turn out to be good if you wait and let things unfold naturally. Focus on making personal improvements.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Put your energy into visiting people or places that will help you learn to make better choices this year. Moderation and cutting corners should be implemented before you take on something new.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Money matters will strike an emotional chord if you have been liberal with your spending. Consider what you can do or sell to offset your debt and ease your stress. Someone will offer help, but be wary of the cost.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Get promises in writing. Someone may not follow through on something they offered on a whim. You have to look out for your own interests and try to find a solid deal without stipulations.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Network, listen and look for alternatives to the way you do things. Review what you have to offer and try to become a strong contender for a position that interests you. Be positive and make an offer that’s hard to refuse.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Take control before someone steps into your position and jeopardizes your chance to advance. Innovation will put you in the running for a project you want to pursue. Consistency is good, but originality will be necessary.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Don’t let the changes going on at home or within a relationship deter you from pursuing your dreams, hopes and wishes. Love is on the rise along with self-improvement and connecting with people from your past.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Don’t be fooled by a sales pitch promising the impossible. Be honest with yourself about the possibilities that exist and the best way to reach your goals with the least amount of cost. An unusual development will entice you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You may be accomplishing a lot, but don’t brag or you will end up facing someone who will give you a run for your money. A humble and gracious attitude will improve your popularity and future prospects.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don’t venture too far off your target or you will miss your goal. A last-minute change is likely to occur, but shouldn’t alter your course or plan of action. Self-improvement will get you much further than trying to change someone else.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): An opportunity will develop, but before you jump in with two feet, ask questions that will eliminate uncertainties. A change in your health or physical appearance is apparent. Accept change with an open heart and attitude.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Take time to let your creativity flow and to pursue accomplishments that will make you feel or look good. Changing your surroundings or altering your current living situation will help you justify following your creative or personal dreams.

Birthday Baby: You are perceptive and unpredictable. You are courageous, adaptable and questioning.

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