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IF TODAY IS YOUR BIRTHDAY: Check out all possibilities, but don't try to take on too much. Your strength will be in using your skills masterfully to make a substantial leap forward. Concentrate on what will pay the highest return emotionally, financially and intellectually.

ARIES March 21-April 19

Take the initiative to get things done. Look for ways to physically overcome whatever you don't like about your life.

TAURUS April 20-May 20

Don't wait for someone to do things for you. Whatever you achieve or receive should be your responsibility.

GEMINI May 21-June 20

Show your competitive side when it comes to personal and professional opportunities. Leave nothing to chance, and play to win.

CANCER June 21-July 22

Consider a partnership opportunity. Discuss your intentions, share your vision and see who contributes the most. Don't let fear hold you back.

LEO July 23-Aug. 22

Personal improvements and gains are within reach. Straight talk will help you avoid getting mixed up in someone's business.

VIRGO Aug. 23-Sept. 22

Pamper yourself. Enjoy what life has to offer. All work and no play will not be an incentive to get ahead.

LIBRA Sept. 23-Oct. 22

Too much of anything will lead to uncertainty. Consider what you want, and do your best to make it happen.

SCORPIO Oct. 23-Nov. 21

Share ideas, and expand your interests, friendships and plans for the future.

SAGITTARIUS Nov. 22-Dec. 21

Meddlers will slow you down. Be secretive regarding your plans until you have everything in place and are ready to present. Expect someone who is threatened by you or jealous of you to cause an emotional scene.

CAPRICORN Dec. 22-Jan. 19

Ask, and you shall receive. You don't have to do everything on your own to prosper.

AQUARIUS Jan. 20-Feb. 18

Look for alternatives when faced with a setback. Using your intellect and your imagination will help gain ground.

PISCES Feb. 19-March 20

Be open to new ideas, people and unfamiliar places. Consider the risk factor involved in any situation you take on, and make decisions that will not compromise your integrity, beliefs or a relationship that is essential to you.