Eugenia Last

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Lady Gaga, 36; Julia Stiles, 41; Vince Vaughn, 52; Reba McEntire, 67.
Happy Birthday: Be assertive but patient, friendly but cautious, and helpful but good to yourself. Monitor how others respond, and become the first to step up and make a difference. Discipline and attention to detail will help you finish what you start. Listening and understanding how best to contribute and when to step back will encourage better relationships with others and fewer misunderstandings and mistakes. Your numbers are 7, 18, 21, 27, 30, 39, 44.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t let the little things get to you when there is so much to be grateful for and that you can do to give back. Be bold, speak your piece and act on behalf of yourself as well as those less willing and able. 4 stars
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Distance yourself from temptation. Don’t be fooled by a disguise. Do your own thing, and control your destiny. Put your heart and soul into what makes you happy. Work by yourself, and take credit for your achievements. 2 stars
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Branch out, explore new possibilities, network and socialize with people who inspire you. Be a good listener, process information and see what you can use to incorporate more diversity into the way you structure how you take care of your responsibilities. 5 stars
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Be cautious regarding what and who you invest in. Establish what you want to achieve before taking off in a new direction. Sit back and observe; let someone else take the risk. You can think big, but don’t overspend. 3 stars
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Do your own thing. Learn as you go, and don’t look back. Your due diligence, determination and charm will help you outmaneuver anyone who tries to get in your way. Concentrate on what you are trying to accomplish. Romance is encouraged. 3 stars
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Be realistic when it comes to your relationship with others. Refuse to buy into someone’s plan if it doesn’t suit your needs or isn’t cost-efficient. A change may tempt you, but consider the consequences first. Patience will pay off. 3 stars
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Don’t stop midstream. If you want something, follow through. Say what’s on your mind, and put your plans in motion. Taking a certain position and budgeting will deter others from getting in your way. Personal goals and self-improvement look promising. 5 stars
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Dream on, but don’t take on more than you can handle. You’ll get caught in a tight spot if you make unrealistic promises. Stick to basics, and change only what’s necessary. Handle relationships and a domestic problem with care. 2 stars
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Assess your situation. Consider what you can contribute, and use your skills to make life more meaningful or to your liking. Don’t trust others to help. Be smart and depend on yourself and your attributes to reach your objective. 4 stars
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): A feud with a friend, relative or peer will set you back. Stick close to home, and focus on living a healthy lifestyle. An overdue domestic change will add to your comfort and convenience, giving you the boost you need to excel. 3 stars
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Slow down and rethink your game plan. Taking a realistic approach to work and how you live will help you decide if you want to continue down the path you are heading. Take the road that leads to your happiness. 3 stars
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Go about your business behind closed doors. The more unfamiliar others are with you and what you are trying to achieve, the easier it will be to reach your destination. First and foremost, take care of formalities necessary to your success. 3 stars
Birthday Baby: You are disciplined, inventive and outspoken. You are intelligent and insightful.
1 star: Avoid conflicts; work behind the scenes. 2 stars: You can accomplish, but don’t rely on others. 3 stars: Focus and you’ll reach your goals. 4 stars: Aim high; start new projects. 5 stars: Nothing can stop you; go for gold.
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