CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Evan Rachel Wood, 27; Devon Sawa, 36; Oliver Hudson, 38; Michael Emerson, 60.

Happy Birthday: Pursue your dreams. Follow your heart and let your intuition guide you. An unexpected change in your financial situation is apparent if you give your all to the pursuits that bring you the most satisfaction. Base your decisions on what will bring you the highest rewards instead of doing things that help others. This is a “me first” year.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Expand your interests and friendships and you will discover options you didn’t realize you had. An emotional situation may be based on false information. Don’t jump to conclusions or make assumptions that can lead to alienation.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Be careful not to go over budget or to take on more than you can handle. Stick to simple pleasures and avoid indulgences that can be costly. Focus on love, self-improvement and stabilizing your position. Seek knowledge and hone your skills.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don’t believe everything you hear and tread carefully when discussing personal preferences. Treating the people you are emotionally connected to will help you avoid complaints, jealousy and revenge. Protect your reputation by offering honesty, regardless of the consequences.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Use your intuition to guide you through any trouble you encounter at home or with a partner. Your straightforward approach to life and the way you handle personal affairs will provide you with the strength to counter anyone trying to dismantle your plans.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Look for opportunities to learn, travel or interact with stimulating people. Don’t let anyone pressure you to take on responsibilities that don’t belong to you. Look for alternative ways to live if it will encourage happiness and peace of mind.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Don’t take anything for granted. Ask questions and get answers before you make a decision that can affect a partnership. Find ways to increase your assets using cautious calculations. Having a plan and strategy in place will help prevent mistakes.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Take the liberty to do things that please you. It’s fine to be a peacekeeper, but once in a while you have to give in to your needs. Make plans to have some fun with someone who makes you feel special.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Do what you can to help someone facing confused or uncertain times. Your loyalty and desire to make a difference will put you in the spotlight, bringing about some awesome opportunities to explore new possibilities for professional advancement.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Make plans and have fun, but don’t let the reactions and authenticity of someone’s response toward you mislead you. Ulterior motives are likely to be behind a gesture of friendliness someone offers you. Be careful who you share personal information with.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): If you cannot make up your mind, retreat. Take however much time you require to avoid making a mistake. Money will come to you from an unusual source. Don’t share information regarding your gains. Bide your time.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You’ll have an intuitive view when it comes to personal finances, health or legal matters. Follow your gut feelings and make whatever changes are necessary to get what you want. Opportunity is heading your way, so don’t hesitate to take it.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): There are all sorts of things you can do to protect your interests and to help your assets grow in value. Your intuition is strong, but your emotions will cause uncertainty. A realistic assessment will lead to victory.

Birthday Baby: You are disciplined and thoughtful. You are clever, caring and helpful.

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