CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Blake Lively, 28; Tim Burton, 57; Elvis Costello, 61; Sean Connery, 85.

Happy Birthday: Good fortune can be yours. With plenty of opportunities heading your way, it will be important to stay well informed and ready to take advantage of whatever comes along. Be wary of proposals that sound too good to be true. A practical approach and an ironclad strategy coupled with sheer determination will be your ticket to success. 

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Pressure will lead to an emotional meltdown if you aren’t willing to turn your focus inward and work on self-improvement. Turn any negatives you face into positives by offering original solutions. Romance is encouraged.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You can learn new skills by volunteering to take on new responsibilities. The way you communicate with your peers and the decisions you make will raise your visibility and set you up for advancement.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Put more into the way you present and promote what you have to offer and how you look. Don’t let comments or false information play on your emotions. Go directly to the source and find out for yourself what’s true and what isn’t. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Try something new, exciting and different. Engage in activities that will provide you with unique information that can result in new projects or job prospects. An open mind and new opportunities will motivate you. 

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Consider a change of plans with regard to how you use your skills and talents. Put more time and effort into looking and being your best. A romantic encounter will help you make a decision that will lead to good fortune. 

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Push yourself to get out and participate. You will discover fascinating information that will help you make wise choices about your future. Someone will present you with a generous offer. Negotiate and ask for a signed contract. 

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Emotional confusion will pose a problem for you when dealing with friends and relatives. You will do better working alongside people you don’t know too well. Offer to help an organization you believe in, and see where it leads. 

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Do your best to avoid physical confrontations. Don’t let anyone put you in a vulnerable position. Someone will offer you a chance to make an unusual move. Call in favors if it will help you take advantage of a deal or proposal. 

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Take precautions when dealing with people who overreact. An opportunity to use your skills to make money is in the stars. You can improve your standard of living if you stay competitive in your field. 

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Take care of money matters and you will find a way to increase your income through investments, business plans or collecting debts owed to you. Taking a practical approach and finding workable solutions will lead to ongoing gains. 

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Listen carefully and don’t let anyone fool you into thinking that you are getting the whole truth. Ask questions and use your charm to find out what you need to know in order to make a decision.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Don’t fall short because you are too proud to ask for help. Look to business associates or new acquaintances to pitch in and you will form relationships with people who can help you make your dreams come true. 

Birthday Baby: You are practical, detailed and progressive. You are relentless and brave.

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