CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Alexander Ludwig, 23; Breckin Meyer, 41; Traci Lords, 47; Amy Heckerling, 61.

Happy Birthday: Do what you can, but don’t waste time trying to change the inevitable. Use your knowledge and experience to help you gain ground. Overdoing it or taking on too much will lead to setbacks. Invest in your skills, save money and stick to what you know and do best. Maintenance and nurturing will be required.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Travel, learning and gaining new experiences will not disappoint you. Personal improvements will result in compliments and added attention. Negotiations and contracts will favor you. Bring about change and prosper. Love is encouraged and romance will lead to commitment.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Check out investments carefully. Getting involved in a joint venture will end up costing you more than you anticipate. Focus on bringing in more money, not on spending it. Excess will be your downfall. Someone asking for help will not be honest with you. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Get approval before you make a purchase or a decision that has a high price tag attached. Not everyone will be happy with the decisions you make regarding how you distribute funds. Abide by the rules.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Stick to what’s expected of you. An unexpected change will alter the way you move forward. Not everyone will be honest about his or her motives. Keep your emotions hidden and your guard up when dealing with money and work-related situations.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Accept invitations, be a participant and take action if you want to make a difference. Love is on the rise, and engaging in events, activities and conferences will put you in a good position to stand up and be counted.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Organization will be important if you are going to get everything on your to-do list out of the way. Someone close to you will complain if you don’t finish your chores or live up to a promise. Do your best.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Make personal changes and indulge in events and activities that allow you to show off your skills, finesse and knowledge. Love is in the stars and can bring a positive change to the way you advance personally. Be honest regarding your motives.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Do whatever it takes to make the adjustments necessary to advance. Your ability to learn quickly will lead to an unexpected opportunity. An energetic approach to whatever you do will draw attention and approval.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Keep moving and don’t look back to see what everyone else is doing. You can outdo any competition you face if you stay focused and mobile. Use your head to outmaneuver others and set new standards and goals for yourself.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Avoid unpredictable individuals. Do your own thing and take responsibility for your work. Roll up your shirtsleeves and do your own dirty work. Your efforts will pay off and help you outshine anyone trying to vie for your position.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Caution will be necessary in order to avoid a mishap or injury. Use your intelligence and common sense to help you bypass any battle you face. Don’t believe everything you hear. Do your own fact-finding and make your own decisions.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Refuse to let things get to you. Disappointment will lead to poor productivity and mistakes. Work quietly at what you believe will bring you the highest return. Don’t share your thoughts or let anyone sidetrack you. Deception is apparent.

Birthday Baby: You are outgoing, talkative and sensitive. You are proactive and money-oriented.

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