CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Gary Cole, 49; Sophia Loren, 71; Anne Meara, 76, Juan Pablo Montoya, 30

Happy Birthday: You’ve got what it takes to make things happen this year, so don’t be afraid to put an idea you have into play. This is not the year to leave anything to chance. If you want something, go after it with everything you’ve got. Your ability to think on your feet will counteract anything that tries to stand in your way.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t let life’s little aggravations get to you. Professional gains can be made if you let people see your talents in action. A partnership will lead to a very interesting opportunity.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Anger and frustration can be your demise. Ignore the people and situations that are causing you to make detours. Stay calm, cool and collected and you will surpass what everyone expects of you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Dealing with institutions and financial, legal and health matters will do you some good. Summarize what has and is happening to get to the bottom of things. Clearing up these issues will put your mind at ease.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You can rely on friends and family. This is a perfect day to talk about your concerns and find solutions. The time for change is now, and once you have made the initial moves, you will feel much better about your future.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Someone or something is likely to get your dander up. Try not to lose control. The way you handle yourself will say a lot, so be smart and don’t let personal issues interfere with your productivity.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): This is a take-action sort of day. You will be surprised by the amount you can achieve and the response you receive for your accomplishments. You have a great opportunity to prove yourself, so take it.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You can take care of money matters today or lend a helping hand to an older relative. Your finances should receive a pick-me-up, so if someone owes you – this is the perfect day to collect. An aggressive approach will bring the highest rewards.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Spend a little time with the people you enjoy being with the most. Get involved in something competitive or challenging. Career moves will be beneficial.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Everything should be about money, getting along with your peers and resolving work-related issues. The urgent feeling to get things out of the way may cause some problems with the people you are dealing with. Diplomacy will be necessary to get ahead.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): A chance to do something great for someone else will end up making you look like a hero. Working with younger or older people will bring you great satisfaction. Keep things simple and you will keep within your budget.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Listen and observe rather than taking stage-front today. You will be ridiculed for your lack of patience and lofty ideas. Work by yourself. Do your own thing and prepare to present your ideas when the time is right.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Partnerships can prove to be a wonderful thing. Your options will expand and the choices you have will allow you to show your creative versatility. Talking things over with the people you have to deal with will help solve problems that arise.

Birthday Baby: You have spunk, intelligence and the ability to take on tasks that require endurance, spontaneity and a relentless attitude. You are capable of great things.