CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Evan Rachel Wood, 37; Shannon Elizabeth, 51; Toby Jones, 58; Michael Emerson, 70.
Happy Birthday: Snap decisions will cost you. Get a better grip on what works best and pay attention to detail. A well-planned approach to achieving your expectations will require knowing when to call in an expert and not scrimping to get things done right the first time. Change looks promising if you micromanage each step yourself. Being in the know will pave the way to success. Your numbers are 5, 8, 14, 21, 33, 42, 47.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Pay more attention to yourself, your needs and meaningful relationships. Your actions will paint a picture of what’s to come, and your words will seal the deal. Speak frankly, make plans and follow through with your commitments. Love is on the rise. Make romance a priority. 3 stars
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Sidestep inconvenience and put the changes that will improve your life into play. Put more energy into discovering, verifying and assembling a lifestyle pattern that ensures you meet your deadlines and enjoy the ride. Life planning is essential if you want to avoid detours. 3 stars
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don’t let the changes others make tempt you. Take the path that makes your life easier, and enjoy the benefits of being satisfied with who you are and what you achieve. Home improvement projects require consistency and a budget that doesn’t cause stress. Trust your instincts, not the hype. 3 stars
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Put your emotional energy to good use. Focus on self-improvement, challenges and being positive instead of seeing the downside of everything and everyone you encounter. Participate in activities that promote friendships and romance, and convert what you don’t like about yourself into something you do. 2 stars
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Fly under the radar and tie up loose ends. The less interference, the easier life will be and the more time you’ll devote to salvaging personal gain, rejuvenating or spending time with someone who makes your heart flutter. Invest in personal improvements, not in trying to change others. 4 stars
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Keep an eye on what everyone else is doing. The fewer surprises, the easier it is to get things done on time and to your specifications. Let your instincts guide you, and your patience, discipline and thoroughness will pay off. When opportunity knocks, you’ll be ready to rumble. 4 stars
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Put your energy into learning or taking physical action to improve your health and emotional well-being. It’s okay to focus inward and decipher how to bring out the best in you, your loved ones and those you encounter. Mixed emotions will stifle your lifestyle or home improvement projects. 3 stars
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Look at your finances and medical records, and consider options that ease stress. Revise your plans to include older relatives, or make changes to your living space that accommodate your needs. Use your imagination to bring changes that enrich your life and meaningful relationships. 3 stars
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Engage in events or activities conducive to networking, and seek introductions to people who can help you get ahead. Don’t fall short when proving your reliability. Do what you can to pitch in, regardless of how big or small the request is. A positive, can-do attitude will pay off. 3 stars
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Avoid health risks. Put your energy where it brings the highest return. Focus on partnerships, organizing your finances and dedicating time to discovering what you want to do next. Keep the ball rolling and your enthusiasm growing, and you’ll reach your destination of choice. 4 stars
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Separate your emotions from any situation involving friends, relatives or lovers. Having a clear view of what’s unfolding and what you can do to offset any foreseeable problem is essential. Use your wisdom, connections and physical ability to get what you want. Romance is favored. 2 stars
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Simplify your life, size down and delegate what you don’t want to do to someone who can do as good a job. Relinquishing can be freeing if done correctly and with good intentions. Focus on “less is more,” and recognize that happiness is feeling good about yourself. 5 stars
Birthday Baby: You are precise, intriguing and unpredictable. You are sensitive and engaging.
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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