CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Ryan Lochte, 29; Tom Brady, 36; Martha Stewart, 72; Tony Bennett, 87.

Happy Birthday: Get back to basics and you’ll find a creative way to make your money work for you. Taking care of personal business will ensure that you keep a close check on your assets and recognize opportunities as they develop. You may relish change, but it must not be forced on you by someone trying to take control.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Avoid complaints by taking care of household or personal responsibilities before you move on to more pleasurable activities. Emotional issues are likely to crop up and situations can easily get blown out of proportion if not addressed concisely.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Show how you feel and speak up about your personal plans. Take an active role in finding ways to make self-improvements that will raise your confidence and help you gain additional skills, education or expertise in areas of interest.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Reconsider your current status. You can make creative changes that will help stabilize your life and your future, but you must be cognizant of the protocol or requirements to follow before you begin.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Set your sights on doing the things that enhance your lifestyle and improve your love life. Relationships can reach an all-time high with the right nurturing. Pursue activities with the friends and family you love the most.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Don’t make a crucial decision unless you have all the facts and figures to back up the choice you make. Not everyone will be on your side. A last-minute change on your part will help you convince others to support your plans.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Getting together with people you have worked, studied or enjoyed doing things with in the past will brighten your day and your outlook for future prospects. Love is in the stars, and romance should be part of your evening plans.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Be aware of what others do. Don’t pursue a situation that could potentially leave you in a vulnerable position. A problem regarding your reputation or status is apparent if you aren’t careful about how you deal with others or what you decide to do professionally.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Explore new avenues and put your talents out there for all to see. You’ll attract positive attention, support and personal interest that will ensure you will achieve the goals you set. A lifestyle change will enhance your life.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Make changes at home that will complement the pursuits you plan to conquer in the future. Don’t make impulsive expenditures when, with a little ingenuity, you can get what you want for less by using your own talents and skills.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don’t live in the past or dwell on things you cannot change. Resurrect your upfront, determined, take-charge attitude and forge into the future with optimism. Be sure to work on incorporating new techniques and knowledge in order to reach your goals.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Ask for suggestions, but don’t feel obligated to stick to exactly what’s being suggested. You have to look at your own unique situation and determine what changes will lead to the improvements that make you happy. Innovation coupled with determination will be your key to success.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Take a break. Enjoy entertaining or being treated to something that makes you feel good. A short trip or social outing will lead to creative ideas that will help you formulate a unique plan to raise your standard of living.

Birthday Baby: You are a traditionalist. You are responsible, caring and intuitively demonstrative.

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