Rowdy Yates

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Tom Cruise, 47; Montel Williams, 53; Tom Stoppard, 72; Dave Barry, 62

Happy Birthday: Deal with many issues this year pertaining to your health and emotional well-being. It's time to stop letting others take advantage of your kind nature. Don't neglect your own needs or those of your loved ones. A strong sense of responsibility will guide you in the right direction. Payback is just ahead of you. Your numbers are 10, 13, 19, 27, 29, 37, 43

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Be careful where you put your money or prized possessions. Someone may be eyeing something you have of value or may even want to take advantage of your generosity. Good fortune is heading your way. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Make changes before someone makes them for you. Stay on top by acting swiftly. Don't take what's said as the whole truth. Go to the source and find out what's fact and what's fiction. You have plenty to gain if you stay ahead of the competition. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): As soon as you bring someone else on board, you will have to deal with opposition. Use your ideas and put your communication skills to the test. You will come out on top by offering solutions. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Love is in your corner and, if you get involved in activities you enjoy, your effervescent personality will shine through and command attention. Children will play a role in your life by giving you insight into something you may not have noticed. 5 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Take a deep breath and refrain from saying something you might regret. Good times are just around the corner if you can avoid controversy and trouble in the interim. An opportunity that will help you out financially is in the mix if you use your Leo charm. 2 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Put your heart in the right place and help someone who needs you. Emotional issues may be brought to the surface regarding a situation you face with a friend, neighbor or relative. Be very clear about the way you feel. 2 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You can do no wrong if you follow through with your plans. Your ideas are stupendous and your knowledge and experience will serve you well. Count your lucky stars and remember to reward those who help you achieve your goals. 4 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Don't trust anything or anyone until you have what you want in writing. Problems with a partnership will flare up, causing you to rethink your next move. Making a sudden and unexpected change will enable you to confuse anyone causing you trouble. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You'll be flighty and excitable, causing some problems for the people around you who want peace and quiet. A private affair may be in jeopardy if you are too talkative. Discretion will be of utmost importance. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Keep an eye on what everyone else is doing before you offer your assistance. You don't want to be the only one taking responsibility. Put your money and time into upgrading your skills or improving your image. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Make things happen by taking action. There is a chance that someone will be interested in one of your ideas but if you don't start talking about your plans, no one will be aware that you need a little help. 4 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Someone may question you about your plans or the way you feel about your personal life. Don't give away too much information. This is a wait-and-watch situation that requires patience. 2 stars

Birthday Baby: You are emotional, sensitive and secretive. You are strong-willed, possessive and persuasive. You work hard to achieve your goals and to help others.

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