CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Sara Ramirez, 39; Zack Ward, 44; Richard Gere, 65; Van Morrison, 69.

Happy Birthday: Sticking to your game plan and showing the reserve you have in order to reach your goals will make others take note. Aggressive, no-nonsense appeals will get you what you want and when. Emotions will drive you, but it’s your relentless courage that will help you reach your destination. Protect your assets and your health.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Change things up a bit and you will discover alternatives to the way you’ve been living. Socializing will bring you closer to someone special and help you make choices that will ensure you are looking and giving your very best.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Consider your best course of action with regard to love and romance. Don’t justify spending too much or trying to be someone you aren’t in order to please others. Taking a practical approach to life will lead to greater security.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Do what needs to be done. Focus on home, family, your health and wellness and maintaining your current standard of living. Talk is cheap and deception apparent. Rely on facts to keep you moving down the most suitable path.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Look at the choices you have and pick the one that will make you happy and allow you to fulfill your emotional needs. Put pressure on anyone who tries to take over or make decisions for you. Do things your way.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Watch carefully and take precautions against anything or anyone that may lead you into an emotional battle. Change is necessary, but going about it in a positive manner is more important. Be prepared to walk away from obstinate people.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Listen carefully to what’s being said. Someone may try to falsify information in order to get your approval. An open, honest discussion that relies on facts and figures will help you see past any troubles brewing behind the scenes.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Don’t be fooled by an offer someone proposes. Fast talk about big plans will fall through. Make changes that you can relate to. If you cannot see the end result clearly in your mind, you are best to take an alternate route.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Your concern should be about you, your integrity and your future. If someone is too demanding or you feel stifled, back away. You’ll get a much clearer picture if you put distance between you and someone who is a problem.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Find time to pamper and play. You deserve a break and a chance to put distance between you and some of the troubles you face. Change can make a difference to the way you live and the people you continue to associate with.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You can make a difference if you put time and effort into a concern you feel strongly about. Communication coupled with action will help drum up enough back-up to turn a negative into a positive. A unique investment should be considered.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Facts will be required in order to debate effectively. Observe how others operate, and you will gain perspective regarding how to counter any attempt made to ruin your plans. A change will lead to a new partnership and a better future.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Dig in and do your thing. Your passion and determination will help you gain ground and win favors from people who can help you make a difference. A work-related matter is based on false information. Rethink your strategy for success.

Birthday Baby: You are determined, competitive and loyal. You are aggressive, intuitive and secretive.

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