CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Gloria Estefan, 57; Phil McGraw, 64; Barry Gibb, 68; Lily Tomlin, 75.

Happy Birthday: Put your experience, wisdom and dedication to the test this year. Talk about your thoughts and ideas with passion and be ready to defend your position and make a difference. Problems with authority figures are likely to manifest, and choosing your battles wisely can lead to making an important difference to you and the people and things you value.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Impulsiveness will lead to all sorts of problems. Protect against insult or injury. Focus on personal challenges and being the best that you can be. Love is on the rise and an important decision coupled with romance will improve your future.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Listen and exhibit tolerance and patience. Size up what’s going on and give a practical, detailed assessment and look at viable solutions. Refuse to let a personal matter turn into a costly venture. Don’t give in to emotional blackmail.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Look for opportunities that allow you to advance your creative endeavors, but not at the expense of finishing jobs that pay the bills. Gauge your time wisely and keep your plans a secret to avoid interference until your presentation is flawless.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Look for practical ways to increase the value of your assets, property or possessions. Think emotional matters through and deal with each issue separately. Someone may not share your opinion, but that doesn’t mean you should compromise your beliefs or plans.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Keep your head down and stay focused on the tasks you’ve been given. Don’t be daunted by a challenge when all that’s required is a little thought, coupled with compassion, to come up with a workable solution.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Do whatever it takes to help others. Investigate your options and bring about change that will benefit others as well. Get involved in your community if it will help you make a difference to your environment or the services offered.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Being taken for granted or doing too much for others will leave you feeling uncertain and emotional regarding your relationships. Change may be required in order to bring greater equality to any partnership you are involved in.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Take a step back and re-evaluate your options before letting things get blown out of proportion. Nothing is as bad as it seems, and remaining even-keeled and taking a practical approach to whatever happens will benefit you in the end.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Sudden changes in your financial situation are likely, but make sure you know exactly where you stand before you go on a spending spree. Love is on the rise and changes in the way you live look positive.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You will attract the interest of people as determined as you are to get things done. Look for unusual ways to multiply your assets and financial intake, but don’t be tempted by someone pressuring you to take part in a risky venture.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Don’t share your secrets. Look for opportunities that will allow you to use your skills in order to earn more money. A partnership will undergo a positive change. Protect against minor mishaps and injury. Romance is in the stars.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Rethink what you have experienced in the past and you will find a way to integrate what worked for you in the past into a plan you want to pursue in the future. Put your ideas on paper and research the possibilities.

Birthday Baby: You are loyal, trustworthy and helpful. You are anxious and unwavering.

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