CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kenny Chesney, Martin Short, Vicki Lawrence, James Caan.

Happy Birthday: You may have to spread yourself thin this year, but your best results usually come when you are backed into a corner. Don’t plan on taking a rest. Instead, prepare to work diligently until everything you want to accomplish is complete. This is the year to take your own projects to heart and to turn your dreams into a reality.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Travel, learning and discovering will be the flavor of the day. Don’t pass up an opportunity to experience something new.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Don’t overreact when it comes to work-related matters. If you are disciplined, you will impress people who can make a difference to your future. Position yourself near influential people.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You will be flitting from one thing to the next. You must focus if you really want to get ahead. Personal matters may be hard to deal with if you have not been upfront about your involvement.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Be careful not to share your deepest secrets with anyone. There will be plenty to hide if you have been gossiping or meddling in other people’s affairs. Focus on your own problems.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You are feeling social, which can lead to a chance meeting with someone influential. The information you receive will enable you to make a decision concerning a group in need of your help.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Don’t let anyone push you into doing something you’re uncomfortable with. You are likely to overreact if someone tries to corner you. Don’t let anyone take credit for something you did.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You’re eager to try something new or travel somewhere different today. Socializing with unusual groups and taking on new territory will feed your imagination and help any creative venture that involves you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): It’s time to get your life in order. Reorganize your duties and take another look at your responsibilities. Keep an open mind and do your best to help others.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Emotions may be close to the surface today. Try to do something fun. Partnerships may be hanging by a thread, but now is not the time to deal with them. Focus on friendships, family and large gatherings.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Consider taking better care of yourself and your social life by booking some time off to spend with friends, your lover or on things that will improve your lifestyle and health.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You are in a creative cycle that should bring about some terrific new ideas. Getting together with friends will spark enthusiasm if you discuss your plans. It’s always nice to get positive feedback.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Changes at home may not be what you had in mind, but if you’re patient, everything will turn out. Someone may withhold information regarding family assets. You have a better chance of getting what you deserve if you stay in the loop.

Birthday Baby: You have a very bold way of approaching life. You are energetic, outgoing and you want to know a little bit about everything. You are eager to play and know how to enjoy life.