Blake Shelton, stick close to the ones you love

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Blake Shelton, 47; Carol Kane, 71; Isabella Rossellini, 71; Paul McCartney, 81.

Happy Birthday: Leave nothing to chance. Don’t trust others with important matters. Gather and verify information to ensure you have everything you need handy before you act. Expect outside influences to cloud your vision, and take the time to sort through any differences or challenges you face before you agree to change or move. Trust in yourself, and stick close to the ones you love. Your numbers are 9, 12, 24, 26, 33, 38, 42.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You’re on the fast track, ready to take on the world. Refuse to let anyone interfere with your plans. Make your objective clear to those who challenge or try to redirect you. Follow the road that leads to your happiness. Romance is favored. 4 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Take it easy. Promising too much will lead to fretting. Put your needs first, and avoid letting someone take you for granted. Redirect your energy into research that will help you make a professional or investment decision that can improve your life. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Love is in the stars, and focusing on quality time will improve meaningful relationships. A home improvement project will turn out better than anticipated if you manage your money and don’t let anyone talk you into something you don’t need. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Explore the possibilities, and new beginnings will come your way. Keep an open mind and work with what you have to make your world a better place. Put your time and effort into reinventing how you utilize your skills to remain marketable. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Take pride in whatever you do. You’ll face criticism; don’t let anyone push you in a direction you don’t care to travel. Pay attention to what others say and offer before you respond. Personal growth is within reach. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Don’t reveal secrets. Go about your business, and you’ll be able to bring about changes that will give you hope for the future. Expand your mind, interests and friendships with like-minded people, and an opportunity will transcend into something that makes you proud. 4 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Try something new and exciting, and it will motivate you to explore the possibility of changing your direction. Do something you enjoy, and it will ease stress and encourage you to trust and believe in yourself and what you can offer. 2 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Discipline will be required to finish what you start. Refuse to let anyone talk you into something you don’t want to pursue. Focus on what makes you happy, and everything else will fall into place. Change begins with you. 5 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Sign up for something you enjoy, and have some fun. A relationship will experience a touching moment if you share your dreams, hopes and wishes. Talks will lead to a positive outlook and potential gain. Romance looks promising and will enrich your life. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Share your thoughts and feelings, and you will make headway. Create a space that encourages you to pursue something that makes you happy. A change in routine will lead to possibilities. Leave nothing to chance or up to someone else. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Keep life simple and your plans feasible. Spend less cash and put more energy into figuring out what’s best for you. A change offers a healthier lifestyle and more time pursuing the things that put a smile on your face. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Don’t take on unreasonable requests. Dissect what others expect of you and consider what’s worthwhile before you say yes. Call the shots instead of letting others make decisions for you. It’s up to you to follow the path that suits you best. 2 stars

Birthday Baby: You are affectionate, intellectual and upbeat. You are spontaneous and motivating.

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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