CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kelly Osbourne, 30; Patrick Fugit, 32; Peter Firth, 61; John Cleese, 75.

Happy Birthday: Let your imagination run wild. Creativity coupled with excellent timing will help you gain ground this year. Don’t let the changes going on around you deter your plans. It’s important to follow your gut feeling and build the future that will bring you the greatest satisfaction. Don’t let anyone bully or manipulate you to take on responsibilities that don’t belong to you.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Take control and do your thing. You’ve got what it takes to dazzle your peers and superiors. Let your intelligence and cooperative attitude shine through, and your desire to advance will come to fruition.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Moneymaking ventures will pay off if you act fast, but don’t go over budget. Keep your deals simple and interesting. A career opportunity will lead to good fortune. Use your charm and know-how to promote a skill you have to offer.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Focus on happiness and self-improvement. Expand your interests and make your surroundings conducive to pursuing your goals. Share personal thoughts and make plans that will enforce greater incentives. Don’t mix business with pleasure.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Networking will pay off, so don’t sit at home when you should be mingling. Love is in the stars, and discussing plans with someone you think is special will help you build a relationship based on goals you share.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Stick to your plans and use intelligence when dealing with family or your lover. Taking in lighthearted entertainment or engaging in an activity that will challenge you physically or take you to an unfamiliar destination will broaden your horizons.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Invest in your skills, your home and your future. Don’t be too eager to make a decision or give in to someone else’s plans. Stay on course and use your experience to fine-tune your next move. Keep your emotions well hidden.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Speak from the heart and listen to the suggestions offered, but don’t act in haste. You have time to mull over the information you gather and shouldn’t feel pressured by anyone giving you an ultimatum. A past experience will prove to be a lifesaver.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You are on the right track, so don’t let anyone convince you otherwise. Keep your dreams intact and your vision clear. Taking a route that is unusual or unorthodox will end up being in your best interest.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You need a pick-me-up. Renovate, redecorate or take a day trip that will help lift your spirits. Emotional matters can sway either way depending on the company you keep. Make plans to have fun with someone who makes you smile.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You will face opposition concerning matters that deal with educational, financial, legal or medical institutions. Ask for any promise in writing. A last-minute change must be handled cautiously. Don’t be afraid to pull out of a deal if it doesn’t feel right.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Think before you act. Someone will try to goad you into doing something by not giving you enough time to consider the pros and cons. Believe in your abilities and opt to go it alone if you feel uncomfortable.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You will come in to money or find a way to raise your income if you are patient and pay attention to the circumstances. Love is in the stars, and a promise made will lead to greater happiness.

Birthday Baby: You are engaging, intense and imaginative. You are strong-willed and unpredictable.

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