Happy Birthday: You are about to embark upon an opportunity that will turn your life around and set your emotions whirling. This is a year of change, and you must be willing to take advantage of whatever comes your way. Leave the past behind you and take a leap into what lies ahead.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Get active but be careful. You’ll be thinking fast, but you will also be accident-prone. Don’t take chances. You will attract attention and can get people to help you along the way.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Don’t let anyone start a fight with you today. Avoid conversations about topics that you know little about. You are likely to make yourself look bad if you try to come across as an authority.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Get involved in a creative endeavor, and you will feel satisfied with your actions. A partnership may develop if you share your ideas with someone you meet along the way. This is a great day to develop something unique.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Too much can lead to disaster. Pace yourself, make choices and avoid getting into an argument with someone who will never see things your way. Do what you must discreetly.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You have no idea of the possibilities that are available to you. Talk to people along the way. A new project will get you thinking, leading to a whole new adventure and extra cash.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You’ve got the energy and passion to follow your dreams and get things done. Contracts can be signed, but only when you feel you have been given what you rightfully deserve. Hold out for what you want.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You will be talkative and in- the-know today, but if you are too pushy or aggressive, you will meet opposition along the way. Prepare to answer any questions asked, and you will be able to maintain your status quo.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You have some fabulous ideas that need to be fleshed out. Do your research and plan your actions. The better prepared you are, the further you will go, but don’t wait too long.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You may find yourself being pulled in two directions. Take the one less stressful and have a little fun. You deserve a break, so don’t get bogged down with other people’s problems.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You may feel like barreling along, but you really need to slow down and think about what you are doing. Too much, too fast will lead to mistakes that could cost you dearly. Focus on family and friends.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Spend time developing something you might like to do in the future. Your mind is alert, and you can discuss some of your ideas with a friend who may want to partner with you. An unusual route will lead to an interesting future.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Don’t let anyone take advantage of you. Added responsibilities will take away from the quality time you want to spend with someone special. This is your day to pick and choose what you want to do.

Birthday Baby: You are aggressive, proactive and ready to take on any challenge that comes your way. You are a wonderful friend, true to your beliefs and traditions.