Gemini: Take charge

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jessica Simpson, 29; Arlo
Guthrie, 62; Sue Lyon, 63; Lawrence Pressman, 70.

Happy Birthday: Search for unique ways to make your
money stretch. A strong belief in what you are capable of
doing will enable you to reach your goals. Partnerships can
develop, allowing you to get twice as much accomplished at
half the price. Do whatever you can to make your home more
convenient and environmentally friendly.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Your generosity will be
thought of as frivolous and can cause you personal grief
and a last-minute change of plans. You may have to
backtrack in order to make things better but remember: Your
big-hearted nature attracted the complainer to you in the
first place.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You’ll be caught in the
middle of someone else’s dilemma. Try to keep your distance
without being obvious. You don’t want to be blamed for
meddling or for abandoning a grave situation. Work toward
your own goals.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Take a look at who you are and
the image you present. You will come up with some
interesting ways to update your appeal and to interest
others in giving you opportunities you have been denied in
the past. Take charge.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Consider making some changes
to your lifestyle that will ensure a long and healthy
future. You can make a difference to the people you love by
owning up to your responsibilities and taking care of
business.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You are in the driver’s seat, so
manipulate whatever situation you face to suit your needs. A
chance to make a financial or contractual alteration that
will make your life easier is apparent. A partnership may
not be what it appears.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Take a backseat if someone is
urging you to make an impulsive move you aren’t sure is
wise. Your past experience and excellent memory will help
you convey your position regarding a resolution that needs
to be made.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You are on your way to the
top and recognition and rewards will be yours. Show off your
talents and your success by celebrating with the people who
have been supporting your efforts and believing in your
abilities.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Don’t let personal and
professional problems collide. Separate them if you want to
keep everything in your life running smoothly. Space your
time so you don’t disappoint anyone and can still accomplish
your goals.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You’ve got some
interesting alternatives heading your way that can make a
marked difference to where you live, whom you visit or who
you deal with. Make time for the people you have neglected
lately. Inspiration and growth will go hand-in-hand.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You’ll be privy to some
interesting information that will lead to a profitable
outcome. An added responsibility will turn out to be a
blessing, helping you make choices you may not have made
otherwise.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): There will be way too much
going on for you to handle on your own. The more vocal you
are about what you are faced with, the better response you
will receive. Your attitude will impress and inspire others
to follow you into the darkest dilemma, ensuring that you
come through unscathed.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You may have to answer
questions if you have been keeping a secret that is revealed
by mistake. Try to be as diplomatic as possible to avoid
getting anyone, including you, in trouble. Focus on personal
change.

Birthday Baby: You are unique, friendly and astute. You
are flexible, vulnerable, caring and generous. You have
strong beliefs and unusual interests.