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SATURDAY, JAN. 4 Happy Birthday: Avoid newfangled ideas and plans. Stick to what you know; you will find it easier to remain in control. Use past experience and insight to guide you away from impulsive mistakes that can cost you emotionally, physically and financially. Use skills and connections wisely. Make romance a top priority. Numbers are 3, 14, 17, 26, 30, 39, 44. ARIES ( March 21- April 19): Choose wisely. Don’t be fooled by what others say or do. Observe and make your decisions based on facts. There is no need to get upset over something you cannot change; instead, make alterations that will lead to happiness. TAURUS ( April 20- May 20): Make your move, call the shots and set your path for this year’s journey. Don’t let uncertainty or opposition slow progress. Learn from experience. Romance enhances your love life. GEMINI ( May 21- June 20): Emotional blackmail is apparent. Whether it’s you trying to get your way or someone taking advantage of you, stop the madness and get the facts straight before you turn a positive into a negative. CANCER ( June 21- July 22): Express desires and talk about intentions; you’ll get a good response. Travelling to a unique destination or getting involved in a project that requires imagination and allows you to share with someone you love enhances life. LEO ( July 23- Aug. 22): A short jaunt off the beaten track may beckon you, but in the end, you have to deal with responsibilities or problems head- on. Look at alternatives and make a smart decision on profession and cash flow. VIRGO ( Aug. 23- Sept. 22): Make plans to party. Getting together with friends or doing something romantic with the one you love brings happiness and stability to your life, as well as help you move toward your personal goals. Make a promise or proposal. LIBRA ( Sept. 23- Oct. 22): A personal situation must be handled delicately. Anger will not bring a solution. Use experience and wisdom to solve whatever clash you have with someone close. Use imagination and compassion. SCORPIO ( Oct. 23- Nov. 21): Step into the spotlight. Grab attention and raise awareness regarding a situation you face and a problem. Don’t show emotion, but offer stability and security to those depending on reassurance. SAGITTARIUS ( Nov. 22- Dec. 21): Focus on your future and how to move forward financially. A look at what has worked in the past helps decipher the best route. Hard work and determination help you reach goals. CAPRICORN ( Dec. 22- Jan. 19): Partnerships must be taken seriously and handled with care. Personal and emotional matters can spin out of control if you are impulsive or blame someone without the facts. Sit tight and protect your reputation and assets. AQUARIUS ( Jan. 20- Feb. 18): Secrets may be revealed. A legal, financial, medical or emotional situation is likely to cause upset or bring about unexpected change. Accept the inevitable and you will find a solution that works. PISCES ( Feb. 19- March 20): Join a group that shares your beliefs. Fighting for a cause will bring you satisfaction and align you with individuals you may want to get to know better. Helping others may also affect an unstable partnership you have with someone. Birthday Baby: You are fair, original and determined. You strive for perfection and accomplishment. CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Dot- Marie Jones, 50; Dave Foley, 51; Michael Stipe, 54; Patty Loveless, 57. SUNDAY, JAN. 5 Happy Birthday: Let intuition help you make the best choice. Don’t follow the crowd or feel obligated to make a quick decision if you aren’t ready. Slow down and get into that space you can rely on and trust to lead you in the right direction. Love and respect conquers all. Numbers are 4, 15, 24, 27, 31, 36, 45. ARIES ( March 21- April 19): Confusion regarding vocation, direction and association with peers must not lead to an impulsive decision you are likely to regret. Use intuition and focus on likes and dislikes before a drastic change. TAURUS ( April 20- May 20): Strategize and you will come up with a plan to help make significant moves. Get things moving by picking up information, skills or whatever is required to reach your goals. A serious partnership will support endeavours. GEMINI ( May 21- June 20): Don’t get sidetracked by an unrealistic offer or suggestion. Consider possibilities but do research before venturing into anything too good to be true. Staying in budget will help buy you time. CANCER ( June 21- July 22): Share thoughts and offer suggestions and solutions to those starting over or looking for direction. A partnership can work only if you have delegated responsibilities equally. A romantic gesture promotes a closer bond. LEO ( July 23- Aug. 22): Physical activity will help alleviate stress and may also defer an argument due to anxiety and emotional pressure. Stay calm and maintain stability. Don’t let a work- related problem consume you. VIRGO ( Aug. 23- Sept. 22): Forge ahead with plans and surprise everyone with what you accomplish. An emotional relationship will highlight your day if you do something special with someone you adore. Self- improvement endeavours pay rewards. LIBRA ( Sept. 23- Oct. 22): Keep everything simple. Don’t argue a moot point or get involved in people’s dilemmas. Focus on your inner search to ease stress and avoid confrontation. An unpredictable move proves beneficial. SCORPIO ( Oct. 23- Nov. 21): Take the initiative. Get involved and have a say in your environment. Prepare to take control and live up to your word when faced with opposition. A commitment enhances your love life. SAGITTARIUS ( Nov. 22- Dec. 21): Focus on future and expectations. Consider picking up additional papers, skills or knowledge to achieve goals. A realistic assessment of what you are capable of doing will be necessary to reach optimum performance. CAPRICORN ( Dec. 22- Jan. 19): Stick close to home to make the most of time. Nurturing important relationships and making adjustments to current living arrangements will bring you closer to someone you love. Consider an unusual financial investment. AQUARIUS ( Jan. 20- Feb. 18): Embrace change that improves your lifestyle and financial position. Set up a new budget to help handle legal or financial debts causing stress and holding you back. Don’t share personal information. PISCES ( Feb. 19- March 20): Your suggestions put you in a good position. Follow through with a promise and raise your profile and reputation. Stabilize your position and financial future. Completion is key to success. Birthday Baby: You are tenacious, sensitive and creative. You are entertaining and unique. CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: January Jones, 36; Bradley Cooper, 39; Carrie Ann Inaba, 46; Diane Keaton, 68.