your horoscope
BIRTHDAY GAL: Actress Anne Dudek was born in Boston on this day in 1975. This birthday gal currently stars as Danielle Brooks on the series “Covert Affairs.” She’s also had recurring roles on “House M.D.,” “Mad Men” and “Big Love.” On the big screen, Dudek has appeared in such films as “10 Items or Less,” “White Chicks” and “The Human Stain.”
ARIES (March 21-April 19): The new moon in your sign may make you shine. A little extra energy and enthusiasm will allow you to multitask successfully. You will be able to work and play today without missing a beat.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Keep your eyes on the prize. You are close to reaching your goal, so this is no time to let petty distractions impede your progress. Social and romantic pursuits may have to wait until the weekend.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Maintain a low profile. You are better suited for activities that you can do on your own rather than in a group. Keep conversations light, as getting too deep or philosophical is likely to seem abrasive.
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Tread carefully. A poor choice of words could cause a confrontation. Be clear and concise when dealing with others because you have just begun a new lunar cycle. Lend a hand to a friend in need.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Dream a little dream. Let your thoughts wander toward the future and contemplate what you want out of life. You’ll find that your heart’s desire is not too far out of reach. Begin making dreams a reality.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Mind your manners. An inadvertent breach of etiquette could cause ill feelings with a friend, co-worker or colleague. Play it by the book, no matter how casual your work environment may seem today.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Two heads are better than one. There’s no reason to struggle with a problem when the assistance of another makes things infinitely easier. You have just begun a new rela- tionship cycle with today’s new moon.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Love doesn’t pay the bills. Your heart may be all aflutter over your latest romance - but unless you take care of business responsibilities first, your next rendezvous could be held in the poorhouse.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Keep your head out of the clouds. Spring fever may have you planning a romp out in the sun, but mind your indoor responsibilities first. Focus on solving problems now and save daydreams for the weekend.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Make a commitment to excellence. Be your own worst critic with your work and make sure you’ve done your job well. Remember that the better the job you do now, the bigger the reward will be later.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Be a breath of fresh air. Lighten the gloomy mood at the workplace by simply being yourself. A few kind or witty words will be all it takes to make your colleagues smile and the daily grind easier.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Those who rush are likely to make mistakes. Don’t hurry through your tasks simply to get them over with. Take time to do your job well and go for quality over quantity. Put romantic pursuits on the back burner.
IF MARCH 22 IS YOUR BIRTHDAY: During the next several weeks, your fantasy life can become more important than usual. You are more willing to stretch yourself to obtain the dream that motivates you now and might be more interested in passing attractions. Common sense prevails through the end of May and you have assistance in the form of solid experience to steer you past the pitfalls of any enticing wild goose chase. The end of August is the very best time to make crucial business or personal decisions. Not only will your judgment be better, but others will be willing to lend you a hand.