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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17 Happy Birthday: Taking responsibility will enhance your reputation as well as help you build a tighter relationship with the people in your life who count. Don’t be afraid to express your emotions or change your mind should someone or something disappoint you. Look out for your interests and use your creative imagination and you will excel. Your numbers are 5, 12, 20, 27, 35, 38, 41. ARIES ( March 21- April 19): Money will come and go due to temptations that keep you cash- poor. Acquiring financial information will make it easier to budget for your future. Rely on experts. Take control by creating a lifestyle that fits your budget. TAURUS ( April 20- May 20): An acquaintance will help you find a solution. You mustn’t offer too much information in the meantime. A third party will make the difference when it comes to the outcome of a personal situation you face. GEMINI ( May 21- June 20): Put your skills and talent to work for you. The more you offer that is unique and timely, the better equipped you will be to weather the changing economic climate. A backup plan will put your mind at ease. CANCER ( June 21- July 22): Don’t trust anyone making rash changes or using force or pressure to get ahead. Your emotions will be difficult to control, leaving you in a vulnerable position if someone criticizes your actions. Get your facts and figures straight. LEO ( July 23- Aug. 22): Communication will be your strong point. Speak up and you will grab the attention of someone able to help you make the changes you are suggesting. Take physical and mental strides to reach your goals. People you have worked with in the past will be valuable to you now. VIRGO ( Aug. 23- Sept. 22): Be responsible. The decisions you make now will have an impact on the people you care about. Take an unusual approach to finding solutions. Partnerships are highlighted and networking functions should be attended. Love is on the rise. LIBRA ( Sept. 23- Oct. 22): Take care of your personal needs first. A partnership may try your patience but should be handled with caution to avoid ongoing problems. Look at the big picture before you decide to make a move that could jeopardize your reputation. SCORPIO ( Oct. 23- Nov. 21): Keep the creative journey you desire afloat. Putting in extra time and effort and getting together with people striving to reach similar goals will give you a renewed vision and greater clarity as to how you should proceed. Love is highlighted. SAGITTARIUS ( Nov. 22- Dec. 21): Keep your money in a safe place. Temptation will be costly. Spend more time utilizing the things you already have instead of buying something new. A good idea can help you make your space more inspirational. Take on a physical challenge. CAPRICORN ( Dec. 22- Jan. 19): Concentrate on what you can do without being taken for granted. Offering too much will lead to dissatisfaction and anger. Make a commitment, but only if you feel you are entering into an arrangement that offers enough in return. AQUARIUS ( Jan. 20- Feb. 18): Utilize the skills, knowledge and talent you have mastered and you will come up with an idea, service or product that can help you bring in extra cash. Work on self- esteem as well as moving forward with decisions that will improve your current situation. PISCES ( Feb. 19- March 20): Initiate something that you feel passionate about doing. Helping a cause or finding a new way to present an old idea will bring about a new opportunity. Romance will help ease your stress and clear your head. Birthday Baby: You are charming, unique and disciplined. You are popular and responsible. CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Rooney Mara, 28; Jennifer Garner, 41; Liz Phair, 46; Sean Bean, 54