CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Maria Menounos, 47; Mark Feuerstein, 54; Julianna Margulies, 59; Keenen Ivory Wayans, 67.
Happy Birthday: An energetic approach to home and self-improvement will help you build the lifestyle that suits your needs. Eliminate what’s been holding you back, and replace it with a brand-new attitude and plans that rely on the newest and best options. Progress is your goal; an open mind, intelligence and wheeling and dealing will help you advance to the top. Enjoy the ride. Your numbers are 2, 17, 23, 25, 31, 38, 42.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Stand up and be heard, but first, be sure your thoughts are valid and accurate. Passing along false information will leave you in a precarious position. Only change what’s within budget and necessary. Discipline and aligning yourself with the right people go part and parcel with your success. Focus on legitimacy, not acceptability. 3 stars
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Let situations play out before making a move. Acting in haste will backfire, leaving you to clean up the mess. Sit back, isolate and rethink your next move. Time is on your side, so relax and digest what you hear and see, even if someone pesters you to act. Concentrate on physical and emotional strength. 3 stars
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Get your information from the source and put your energy into making your plans tangible. Talking is beneficial, but following through will have a massive impact on your reputation and prospects. Align yourself with stellar people known for honesty and integrity, and pursue your dreams. Choose peace and intelligence over discord and chaos. 3 stars
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Participate in something that brings you joy. Reconnecting with old friends or signing up for a course or adventure that is spiritually awakening or helps you achieve your goals will have a positive impact on your life and the choices you make. Physical improvements are favored if you avoid overspending. 5 stars
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Protect your health, position and reputation. Refuse to let anyone speak on your behalf. Tell it like it is, speak from the heart and verify the information and the motives behind each decision. Transparency will save you from undesirable feedback. Discipline and innovative ideas will lead to positive results. 2 stars
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Be observant, show interest, listen attentively and pick who and what you side with. Learn from your mistakes, and distance yourself from bullies and chaotic and divisive situations. Bond with those who share your concerns, and offer unifying alternatives. Participation will lead to exciting relationships. Romance is in the stars. 4 stars
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Get moving, participate and make your voice heard, and your actions can influence positive change. Be the pioneer, the innovative force that motivates others to join in making healthy lifestyle choices and changes in your community. Travel, educational pursuits and communication will help you gain momentum and a leadership position. 3 stars
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Emotions will fluctuate, and passion will surface. Channel your energy into love and romance, not discord and jealousy. Avoid shared expenses, joint ventures and overreacting to situations that involve money, emotions and health issues. Harness any change you want to make, and control the outcome. Patience is necessary to maintain your status quo. 3 stars
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Go through the proper channels, get approvals and apply for rebates before starting home improvements. Make your space homey and inviting, and enjoy the comfort. The creativity and hard work you put into decluttering and making your chores and life flow better will ease stress and encourage hosting events and sharing your space. 3 stars
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Ask questions, verify answers and implement the changes you want to enforce to your routine and the contributions you wish to make. Establish yourself and your beliefs before you commit to donating or volunteering for an organization to guarantee your objective is a good fit for whoever you decide to accommodate. 4 stars
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Do what makes you most comfortable. Rearrange your furniture, make room for a project you want to start or clear a space for family fun. Shift your attention to saving money and selling off what you no longer need or use. Make efficiency a priority, and find affordable ways to lower your overhead. 2 stars
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Focus on the changes you want to make. The less you share, the easier it will be to achieve your goal. Allowing others to intervene will lead to discord and expenses you want to avoid. Be true to yourself, do what makes you happy and do your best to save money. 5 stars
Birthday Baby: You are outgoing, influential and impatient. You are expressive and alert.
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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