Last Word in Astrology

TUESDAY, MAY 16

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Megan Fox, 31; Tori Spelling, 44; Janet Jackson, 51; Pierce Brosnan, 64.

Happy Birthday: Use charm and knowledge to get what you want. Professional gains can be yours if you indulge in pastimes that will bring you closer to influential people. Mixing business with pleasure will be beneficial as long as you are honest about your skills and what you have to offer. You’ll make the best impression if you say less and do more. Your numbers are 4, 18, 25, 31, 33, 42, 48.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Look for opportunities, but don’t jump into something without finding out the ups and downs that go along with what’s being offered. Know your limitations and what you can and cannot tolerate before you make a commitment. 2 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Do what you can to help others without getting angry. It’s the attitude behind your help that will help you get something back in return. Use your charm and insight in whatever situation you face and you will excel. 5 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Enthusiasm will help you win admiration from your peers. Expanding your circle of friends will lead to new interests that you may find captivating, but which could also make you less in control of your emotions. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Make a donation or offer your services to the community. Getting to know people and sharing your stories will give you insight into what types of recreational facilities or businesses will do well in your neighborhood. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Look for a diplomatic way to share your opinions. Emotional pressure or giving ultimatums will not help your cause. Look for positive options to demonstrate what you have to offer. Romance and personal gains are within your reach. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Communication will help you structure the things you want to do in a way that will use your skills effectively. Business meetings will turn out better than anticipated. Make changes for the right reasons, not due to emotional blackmail. 5 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Ease into discussions that concern joint ventures, settlements or contracts. Don’t feel pressured to make a decision unless you feel confident that you have all the facts. Put more emphasis on personal growth, physical appearance and health. 5 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Ease into any emotional banter cautiously. Listen more and say less in order to avoid a confrontation. Use your creative skills to help you understand a child, sibling or friend who is doing things that are questionable. 2 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Reuse an idea that has been successful in the past and you will get a high five. Work in conjunction with your romantic partner, family or a peer and you’ll accomplish the most. Your outgoing personality will attract love and romance. 4 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Take care of matters concerning children, a pet or someone who depends on you before you move on to more pleasurable pastimes like a game of golf, meeting a friend for lunch or rearranging your living space to better suit your needs. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Revisit an experience that has had a profound impact on your life and use what you discover to help you make good financial, emotional and medical choices now. Personal activities should be geared toward building greater physical strength. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Reunite with someone who has helped you in the past or who you had a falling out with. Healing old wounds will help you move forward, and what you offer will be well-received and reciprocated. Make amends. 4 stars