CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Mary Elizabeth Winstead, 40; Jon Stewart, 62; Ed Harris, 74; Paul Shaffer, 75.
Happy Birthday: High energy and emotional situations can clash this year if you don’t pace yourself accordingly. Preparation and planning are the keys to getting things done and getting them done your way. Refuse to let anyone bait you into something that can make you look bad or ruin your chance to achieve what’s important. Think big, but implement only what your budget and health can handle. Your numbers are 5, 11, 19, 24, 35, 43, 47.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Set high expectations and do whatever it takes to maintain the momentum necessary to reach your target. Opportunity knocks where meetings, travel and learning come into play. Get into the mainstream, network, push forward and promote what you have to offer. Protect your health and your reputation. 3 stars
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Control your emotions. Regardless of the situation that crops up, you are better to hang back and observe rather than take a position that can slot you into a group that doesn’t represent your values or long-term concerns. You may crave change, but change only what’s necessary. 3 stars
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You’ll face temptation and uncertainty. Refrain from overreacting or promising more than you can deliver. Stay calm, watch how others respond and verify facts before you designate your time, skills or cash to someone or something pushing for your support or endorsement. When in doubt, take a pass. 3 stars
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Follow the rule book and avoid discrepancies. Use your imagination coupled with facts to put a spin on what you devise to attract like-minded people. Your courage and strength to uphold your beliefs and to bring about positive change will invite controversy but lead to stability. Partnerships are favoured. 5 stars
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Diversity, creativity and trusting your instincts will lead to change. Not everyone will approve of or join your team, but those who do will lift and encourage you to lead the way. Put your energy to good use and make your mission one for all and all for one. 2 stars
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Settle in and refuse to let someone’s persistence and manipulative ways dominate your attention and twist your thinking. Stick to what you know, pay attention to detail and do whatever is budget-friendly and encourages personal gain, physical improvement and a positive outcome. Social and romantic events are favoured. 4 stars
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You cannot buy love or happiness. Stretch your imagination and intelligence. Explore and express your thoughts and wishes, and use your charm and grace to present what you want using incentives to attract hands-on help. A physical change to how or where you live looks promising. 3 stars
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Deep breaths in and out. Now be realistic, see things as they are and budget accordingly. Take a walk down memory lane and learn from your experiences to safeguard against making a repeat performance. You may want to change but, first, you must implement a foolproof plan. Romance is favoured. 3 stars
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Set boundaries and limits before entering a joint venture. Get expert advice to avoid pitfalls. A domestic change will need more validity and equality. Have an alternative idea to counter any offer that comes your way. Trust your instincts, not what someone leads you to believe. 3 stars
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Revisit what you’ve done and tweak your work to maximize the outcome. Your proficiency will dictate how others respond and who gives you the go-ahead to do as you please. Network and surround yourself with the right people, and you will have an impact and make a difference. 4 stars
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Turn up the volume and drive in high gear. Make a splash and promote what you can do and the changes you want to pursue. Communication will attract the help and response you want and need to get things done. Redefine your space to accommodate your needs. 2 stars
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Make sure to fact-check before passing along information or making a move. Keep your money and secrets safe and simplify your life by decluttering and selling off what you no longer need or use. Words matter, and sticking to the truth will keep you out of harm’s way. 5 stars
Birthday Baby: You are insightful, well-connected and strong. You are dedicated and self-sufficient.
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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