CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Marcia Cross, 50; Sarah Jessica Parker, 47; Elton John, 65; Aretha Franklin, 70.

Happy Birthday: Stick to your plans. Inconsistency will be your downfall. Focus on precision and patience. Strategize and calculate in order to get the results you want. Life can be so simple if you don't complicate matters. Mix originality with quality and you will come up with exactly what you need to make improvements this year. Your numbers are 5, 12, 21, 32, 34, 43, 45.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Trying something new will feed your mind and satisfy your needs. A change is overdue and should be welcome, even if you aren't convinced it's what you want. Let each scenario play out fully before you say yes or no. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You'll be overly sensitive if you don't get what you want. Strategic planning will be the only route to take if you don't want to be disappointed. Networking will enhance your chance to work alongside someone you feel has talent. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Take your time. Observe what everyone else is doing and base whatever decision you make on facts and figures. Too much of anything will lead to problems with authority figures. Getting involved with the wrong person will disrupt your personal life. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): What you do now will make a difference to a cause you believe in or to someone who can offer you something in return. A serious partnership will boost your reputation, enabling you to associate with a higher caliber of people. 4 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Be willing to accept change, but don't let it cost you. You mustn't foot the bill in order to make an impression. Being frugal will send a much better message and help you discover if someone you are dealing with has ulterior motives. 2 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You can learn a lot by observing what others do. Take up a hobby that will help you expand your mind or improve your image. You'll gain confidence if you face challenges head-on. Participation will be key to getting ahead. 5 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Don't put up with anyone trying to bully you into something you don't want to do. Put time and energy into fixing up your digs and making your home more comfortable and adaptable to your current needs. A partnership needs to be re-examined. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Communication is the name of the game when it comes to love and making personal decisions about home and family life. You'll come across as sincere and will get the best response if you present a well-thought-out plan. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Recognizing what's behind the reaction you get from others will be half the battle. Don't panic if you don't like what you hear or see. It's your prerogative to go along with a plan or opt for something that's suits you better. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Wheel and deal, buy and sell, invest and keep everyone amused with your entertaining way of presenting what you have to offer. Love is in the stars, and nurturing what you have will pay off. 5 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Don't let frivolous impulses alter your financial stability. Emotional blackmail should not be allowed to influence an important decision. Weigh the pros and cons carefully before moving forward with your plans. 2 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You'll instinctively know what will work for you when it comes to money, health and your emotional well-being. Remembering an old relationship will help you make a decision regarding your current personal situation. Love is in the stars. 4 stars

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