John Slattery, take responsibility for your happiness

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Shani Davis, 41; Debi Mazar, 59; John Slattery, 61; Dawnn Lewis, 62.

Happy Birthday: Trying to convince others to follow your lead this year will waste time. Size up your situation and configure a plan that you can embrace alone. Opportunities will come from unexpected sources and tempt you to make a move or change that will redirect your life and improve your lifestyle. Trust in yourself and your ability to take responsibility for your happiness. Your numbers are 8, 14, 20, 28, 31, 36, 42.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Bypass feeling sorry for yourself or taking on burdens that don’t belong to you. Focus on what you can do to improve yourself and your position. Leave nothing to chance or up to someone else. Honesty is necessary to achieve the best outcome. 2 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Remain where you feel comfortable and you’ll achieve more. Taking on too much or letting temptation take over will set you back. Pick and choose your course of action based on your needs. Be smart and put your energy where it counts. 4 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Protect your reputation and your possessions. Go directly to the source to get the facts to support your plans. Don’t be fooled by hearsay or those trying to interfere with your goals. Take the time to improve your home to suit your needs. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Explore possibilities and utilize your talents to spruce up your surroundings and make yourself comfortable. Share your intentions with someone you want to join you on your journey. Build opportunities to your specifications and eliminate what you no longer need. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Don’t take anyone or anything for granted. Pay attention, and make changes and decisions conducive to getting ahead using your insight, skills and determination. Put your energy where it counts and broaden your horizons, and you’ll discover how much power you generate. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Indulge in a heart-to-heart talk with someone close, and resolve pending issues that could stop you from reaching your pursuits. Leave your options open, and let your intuition show you the way. An optimistic attitude leads to positive change. 4 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Take a break and do something that appeals to you. Pay attention to how you look and feel and what you can do to improve your life, look and prospects. Don’t live in the past or hold on to something that no longer belongs to you. 2 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Choose the path to learning or verifying something that can help you improve your life or relationships with others. Don’t test your luck when dealing with health or physical challenges. Be intelligent, precise and poised to take advantage of opportunities. 5 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Attend a reunion, reconnect with someone you used to know, or take a day trip or walk down memory lane. Make your presence felt at events or competitions by showing kindness to others. Refuse to buy into false information or manipulative ways. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Let your mind wander and your emotions surface. Share your thoughts and feelings, and make plans with someone you want to spend more time with, but don’t pay for someone else’s mistakes or try to buy affection. Avoid joint accounts and shared expenses. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Keep an eye on friends, relatives and neighbors, and refuse to let compliments feed your ego or position you for someone to take advantage of you. Protect your possessions and reputation, and say no to temptation and costly or unnecessary changes. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Don’t be a curmudgeon. Use your imagination, and be willing to step up and join the party. Test your skills and your intellect, and dazzle everyone with your wit. Take advantage of any opportunity that promises positive change and a unique adventure. Trust your instincts. 5 stars

Birthday Baby: You are impeccable, proud and energetic. You are spontaneous and resourceful.

1 star: Avoid conflicts; work behind the scenes. 2 stars: You can accomplish, but don’t rely on others. 3 stars: Focus and you’ll reach your goals. 4 stars: Aim high; start new projects. 5 stars: Nothing can stop you; go for gold.

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