CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Mario Williams, 31; Justin Timberlake, 35; Kerry Washington, 39; Portia de Rossi, 43.

Happy Birthday: Be practical and cut your losses. Make moves that will ensure your safety and financial well-being. Now is not the time to take a risk, but it is a good time to solidify your position. Be innovative and make every move count. When one door closes, another will open. Don’t hesitate to venture down a foreign path. Embrace the future instead of hiding from it.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Be honest with yourself before you put the blame elsewhere. It’s important to live up to the standards you set and not give up. Learn from past experience and give everything you’ve got to being and doing your best.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Be passionate about what you do. Focus on the relationships that mean something to you. A romantic gesture will be well received and help to rekindle the flame with someone you can’t imagine living without. Express your feelings.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Helping others will not go well. You will be taken for granted and get little back in return. Concentrate on making the changes that will benefit you the most. A change in one of your partnerships will help you make a decision.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Stay busy, explore new avenues and find out more about different cultures and philosophies. Once you have gathered information, you can make worthwhile changes to your lifestyle that will be more conducive to getting ahead personally or professionally. Romance will improve your life.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Not everyone will be willing to compromise. Walk away from anyone who is stubborn or inconsiderate. Look for opportunities that will improve your income or reputation. Don’t wait for someone else to make a change. Make the first move.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Get out and participate in events that will bring you in touch with like-minded people. Reunite with old friends and discuss future plans. The outcome will be invigorating and insightful. Put love on a pedestal and make someone happy.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Take care of your responsibilities before someone complains. Once you have freed up your schedule, do something fun with someone you enjoy being with. Reward yourself to ease the demands being placed on you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Stand up for your beliefs. Ask questions and offer your opinions. If something is worth fighting for, give it your all. Someone you love will admire your strength and courage and offer you something unique for your efforts. A short trip will be rewarding.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Don’t take anything or anyone for granted. Listen carefully and stay within your means. Indulgence or poor behavior will be costly. Stay at home where you feel safe and can work quietly on something you enjoy doing.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You’ll recognize what works and what doesn’t. A moneymaking project will catch your eye, but so will the obstacles that others don’t foresee. Use your insight to lead anyone wanting to take part in a direction that will ensure success.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Be careful when dealing with someone you love. Be willing to bring about changes and to discuss how you can work together to achieve something special. Getting along with others will make your day easier.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Money or a gift is headed your way. Do what you can to encourage someone you love to explore new places. Offering to help others is commendable, but do so with a motive in mind. A romantic adventure will improve your personal life.

Birthday Baby: You are inquisitive, persistent and aggressive. You are goal-oriented and hands-on.

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