CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Dario Franchitti, 51; Polly Walker, 58; Grace Jones, 76; Pete Townshend, 79.
Happy Birthday: Pay attention to what’s going on behind the scenes. Knowledge is the key to decisions that will add stability to your life and encourage you to surround yourself with people who offer insight and alternatives. Change begins with you, and your success depends on where you derive information to formulate long-term plans. Being open and receptive will help. Your numbers are 2, 14, 17, 24, 28, 37, 43.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Take care of responsibilities quickly and increase time spent doing something you enjoy. Consider shortcuts, but don’t leave yourself in a vulnerable position. Follow through, do the legwork yourself and increase your productivity to meet your needs. 3 stars
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Listen, examine what you hear and discard what you don’t like. How you handle change determines the outcome. Don’t give anyone the authority to decide for you. Put together a team that works under your guidance, and choose what’s best for you. 3 stars
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don’t let an unexpected change of plans disrupt your day. Participate in activities you find engaging and you’ll connect with someone interesting. Put your heart and soul into whatever you do, and you’ll find a new way to express yourself creatively while pursuing a healthy lifestyle. 5 stars
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Anger will stand between you and reaching your goal. Ignore situations you cannot change and focus on what you can do to improve your life. Use your imagination, set standards and boundaries, and take the path that leads to satisfaction and emotional freedom. 2 stars
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Take time to prepare. Refuse to let setbacks discourage you. Learn from the experience, and you’ll achieve and gain speed as you hone your skills. Refrain from giving someone a definitive answer when you aren’t sure how you feel or what you want. 4 stars
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Don’t pull your wallet out unnecessarily. What you learn by watching how others handle financial situations or shared expenses will help you address small but essential details before you commit. A healthy lifestyle change will help you put your emotions in perspective. 3 stars
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Revamp your spending habits to suit your budget. Consider what’s necessary and what you can live without. Sell off possessions that are no longer useful and use the extra money to invest in updating your skills and making a move that is conducive to raising your income. 3 stars
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Attend functions and mingle with people who can offer a different perspective regarding something that interests you. Partnerships, love and commitment are favored. Go through the proper channels to avoid interference that can stop you from reaching your objective. 3 stars
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Do what you can to lend a helping hand, but don’t let anyone take advantage of you. Get the lowdown and offer your services or time; you will make a difference. Your input will open a window of opportunity to engage in something that interests you. 4 stars
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Be a good listener and stick to upbeat conversations and positive suggestions. A change of attitude will make a difference in how others treat you. Updating your appearance and expanding your interests will lead to a positive response. 2 stars
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Research, educational pursuits and travel are on the horizon. Visiting old friends or attending a reunion will open your eyes to new possibilities and the realization that you may be overdue for a change. If you’ve lost sight of your dreams, it’s time to update your goals. 5 stars
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Set your sights on what you want. Changing your surroundings or trying something new will spark your imagination and encourage you to reinvent yourself and what you want to do with the rest of your life. Stop dreaming and turn your thoughts into a reality. 3 stars
Birthday Baby: You are outspoken, innovative and disciplined. You are engaging and demonstrative.
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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