CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Eden Riegel, 34; Morris Chestnut, 46; Verne Troyer, 46; Frank Langella, 77.
Happy Birthday: Choose wisely when it comes to how you invest your time. Socializing can lead to new friendships, romance and an improved personal life, but the cost involved must be considered. Going over budget will add unwanted stress to your life and will get in the way of any relaxation and enjoyment you seek. Strive to be debt-free. Your numbers are 5, 11, 20, 23, 28, 37, 46.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Take a practical approach to the way you handle your professional goals, and you will find a way to bypass the competition. Do your due diligence and send out your resume to ensure that you keep all your options open. 3 stars
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Relax, reflect and put any regrets behind you. Begin the year with optimism. Put a little romance back into your life and start the year off on the right foot. Simple, affectionate gestures will go a long way. 3 stars
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Listen carefully and observe. Do whatever it takes to keep the peace. Take care of responsibilities that will make your life easier. Start the year off right, offering kindness, consideration and hands-on help. 3 stars
CANCER (June 21-July 22): An unfamiliar setting will unnerve you. Stick close to home and spend time with someone you enjoy being with. A joint effort in planning what you want to achieve this year will ease your mind and help you head in the right direction. 3 stars
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You will thrive on change. Whether you are visiting a place you’ve never been before or you are spending time with people you find inspiring, today’s events will lead to big thinking and grandiose plans. 4 stars
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Take the opportunity to network, gather information and keep current on future trends. Staying ahead of the game will ensure that you get 2015 off to a great start. This is the year to buckle down and make things happen. 2 stars
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Fix whatever needs to be altered domestically, personally, emotionally, financially or physically. Taking care of the odds and ends that have the potential to slow you down this year will help pave the way to future success and happiness. 5 stars
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Visit family, friends or a place you’ve never been before. Exploring new possibilities and engaging in talks that can lead you in an unusual direction will spark your imagination. 3 stars
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Don’t sit around waiting for others to make a move. Analyze past events and then take action. Change is good, and there is no better time to make things happen than the first day of a new year. 3 stars
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Plunge into the first day of the year enthusiastically. Don’t let others ruin your plans or deter you from doing your own thing. If you are engaging, entertaining and fun to be with, you’ll attract positive support. 3 stars
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Lay your plans out strategically and formulate your course of action. A practical schedule will make your venture more enjoyable. Think big, follow through and don’t look back. The future is ahead of you, not behind. 2 stars
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Favors will be granted and talks will get you one step closer to your goals. Start the year off with a bang and get the ball rolling. A good idea shared with a talented friend could lead to prosperity. 4 stars
Birthday Baby: You are an instigator. You have strength, valor and aspiration.
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