CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Melissa Rauch, 45; Jason Mraz, 48; Frances McDormand, 68; Randy Jackson, 69.
Happy Birthday: Set boundaries and budgets this year and stick to them. Avoid dealing with authority figures or letting your emotions filter into business affairs. Only by changing what’s affordable will you lower your overhead and ease your stress. You have plenty to gain if you abide by the rules and are true to yourself. Investing your time and talents into personal growth and improvement will pay off. Your numbers are 4, 11, 17, 25, 36, 42, 47.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Choose discipline over temptation. Look out for emotional traps that point you in the wrong direction. Common sense, experience and a good memory will help you dismiss anyone or anything trying to lure you down the wrong path. Say no to excess and indulgence, and yes to positively impacting your life and others. 4 stars
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Keep your eye on your end game. Steer clear of those creating chaos and negativity. Put your energy into expanding your mind and personal growth and enhancing your life and the lives of those you encounter. You can make a difference if you are positive and productive. 3 stars
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don’t waste time and energy networking in the wrong room. Find your people and build strength and courage through numbers. Your voice, heard by the right people, will make a difference. Pitch in and help where it will make a difference, and you’ll find your comfort zone and personal happiness. Be a leader. 3 stars
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Refrain from exaggeration and gullibility. Stick to the facts and refuse to let your emotional attachments lead you to believing everything you hear. Fact-checking is your best friend if you want to avoid letting someone take advantage of you. Go the distance and trust yourself; everything will fall into place. 3 stars
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Be observant; listen, learn and look for the best possible choice before you leap into action. Time is on your side, and keeping everyone around you guessing will strengthen your position and give you the optimum time to decide what’s best for you. Protect your reputation, position, possessions and your cash from debauchery. 4 stars
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Steady your emotions before you raise issues that can influence your position or advancement. You may seek change, but how you go about it will determine the outcome. Put anger and frustration aside and offer positive alternatives, and you’ll find it easier to navigate your way to a deal that appeases the majority. 2 stars
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Pay attention to what affects you personally. Don’t venture into other people’s business if you want to make the most of your day. Concentrate on what will make your home, family and the choices you make work for you instead of against you. Home improvements, moves, travel and getting your facts straight are favored. 5 stars
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Address money management, investments and spending habits. Keeping your books balanced and staying on course regarding your long-term plans will give you the confidence to make positive changes that enhance your meaningful relationships. Prioritize communication, personal growth and romance, and you’ll gain insight and approval from those who matter most. 3 stars
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Influential people will pull you in different directions. Take a moment to consider what’s important to you and how to protect yourself from being swept up in someone else’s dream. Tame your emotions, offset anger and proceed with a positive attitude and a plan you can do alone if necessary. 3 stars
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Speak up, make suggestions, take control and get things heading in a direction that has a positive impact on you financially and physically. Make fitness, comfort and convenience a priority at home and in public. How others perceive you will influence your success. Volunteer your time, not your money, and you’ll maintain control. 3 stars
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Tally up what things cost before discussing the changes you want to make. Buckle up when facing opposition, and prepare to respond with facts and figures that others cannot deny. Make home and family amendments a priority. Change is in your best interest, and personal growth and self-improvement will not go unnoticed. 5 stars
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Keep the changes you want to implement to yourself until you have things well underway. Take precautions when dealing with the costs and contracts you negotiate. Get what you want in writing before you agree. Protect your home and family from outside influences by being aware of the scams circling in your community. 2 stars
Birthday Baby: You are intelligent, secretive and helpful. You are imaginative and original.
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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