ASTROLOGY

Happy Birthday: Try taking a different approach this year when dealing with friends, lovers or authority figures. Show enthusiasm and you will inspire those you encounter. Deals can be made and opportunities will unfold. If you have to use force or apply pressure, move on. This is a year of growth and expansion, not of wasting time on the impossible. Your numbers are 8, 13, 17, 21, 35, 39, 43.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t just sit back; make choices and get things moving. Don’t let what others do paralyze you. Use your energy, time and money wisely. Restlessness will cause distress if you don’t take action. **

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Keep moving. You’ll be surprised at how much you accomplish. Focus, discipline and showing off your skills and talents will help you reach your goals. Love is on the rise and romance should be planned for the evening hours. *****

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don’t push your luck. Observe and consider your options. Deception and disillusionment regarding a partnership is apparent. Protect your assets, possessions and reputation. Make alterations based on what works for you, not on what someone tries to manipulate. ***

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Emotions will surface regarding contracts and money matters. Opportunities are within reach, and you should not hesitate to make a move if it will benefit your home, family and future. ***

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Try something new or travel to an unfamiliar destination. What you learn through the experiences you have will help you rethink the way to move forward. New beginnings will help you put an end to regrets or setbacks. ***

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Someone with experience and wisdom will offer you advice. Check facts before you decide to make a move based on what you’ve been told. The information given may need to be updated in order for it to work in your favor. *****

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Bad influences will affect your emotional well-being. Don’t make a move or change the way you do things based on demands that someone else is making. Use your intelligence to help counteract anyone trying to take what belongs to you. **

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Put what you want to do into play. You can get ahead if you are honest and refuse to give in to defeat. Developing a new approach to an old idea will pay off. Back away from anyone looking for a handout. ****

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Remembering the past will help you avoid making the same mistake twice. Question any information you are given. Base whatever move you decide to make on facts. Clear up debts and take care of any pending legal matters. ***

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Coast along and share your ideas and plans with people you feel can contribute to your goals. A hidden source may give you reason to question someone’s intentions. Don’t get involved in a partnership that appears to have a hidden agenda. ***

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Speak up. You have to make it clear what you want. A contract will ensure that you are taken care of financially. A change in the way you live and earn your living is apparent and will lead to a brighter future. ***

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Participate, but don’t give away your secrets. The more mysterious you are, the greater the interest will become in what you have to offer. Romance is in the stars. Make special plans and you will enhance your love life. ****

Birthday Baby: You are insightful and thought-provoking. You are smooth and clever.