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Happy birthday (Aug. 1): Think personal matters through carefully before you engage in a discussion or make a change. Your numbers are 9, 17, 20, 26, 36, 38, 47. Birthday Baby: You are excitable, goal-oriented and unpredictable.

Aries (March 21-April 19): It’s up to you to make things happen. Get involved, offer your services and see where things lead.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): Put yourself in someone else’s shoes before you make a judgment call.

Gemini (May 21-June 20): Stay active and you will achieve your goals. Charm will open doors, but actions will keep them ajar.

Cancer (June 21-July 22): Getting into situations that are over your head will cause you stress.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Put your energy into something that will bring results, and try not to stew over things that you cannot change.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Take care of your responsibilities without complaint. Be observant and take notes.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Take care of business. Live up to your promises and you will get the recognition you deserve.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Ease into whatever you decide to do today. Don’t let your emotions take over if you get into a debate.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Your input will lead to support as well as opposition. Making a statement will set an important precedent.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Take an innovative approach to the way you handle contracts, finances and other people’s affairs. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Live up to your expectations. Take control and do things your way.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Emotional encounters will lead to assumptions and misinformation. Stick to