Happy Birthday: Ask, and you shall receive. Communication is crucial this year if you want to get things done. Your numbers are 4, 13, 23, 29, 34, 45, 48.

Birthday Baby: You are responsive, unique and persistent. You are charming and protective.

Aries (March 21-April 19): A creative approach to life, love and getting what you want will win points and separate you from any competition.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): A change will wake you up and point you in a new direction.

Gemini (May 21-June 20): An optimistic attitude is terrific; however, weigh the pros and cons before you take a leap of faith.

Cancer (June 21-July 22): You’ll have the energy to finish what you start and enlist the best of the best to help you reach your target.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Deal with relationship issues head-on and avoid misunderstandings that can compromise your position.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Your contributions will open a window of opportunity you cannot resist.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Evaluate a situation you encounter, and look for the most opportune way to turn it into something that can improve your life.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Engage in hands-on learning, not secondhand information.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Refuse to let anyone stand in your way.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Look closely at who is involved in whatever you participate in before signing up

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Put pressure where needed most and move forward with a plan.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Simplify your life and rethink what’s meaningful to you.