BIRTHDAY GAL: Actress Kelly Rutherford was born in Elizabethtown, Ky., today in 1968. This birthday gal has portrayed Lily van der Woodsen on "Gossip Girl" since 2007. She also played Megan on the original "Melrose Place" and had a recurring role on "The District." On the big screen, Rutherford's film work includes "The Chaos Factor," "Scream 3" and "I Love Trouble."

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Circulate and fan enthusiasm. Enlist the support of those in high places and clarify their expectations. Focus on being open to new methodology and technical advances, but don't tread on tradition.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): The big wheel keeps on turning. Wheeling and dealing flow easily like water across a riverboat paddlewheel. Make key decisions; helpful information is at your fingertips and intuitions are on target

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Maintain an open-door policy. Lay your cards on the table and strike an accord on crucial issues. Make sure to insist on your fair share while people are in a generous mood and willing to compromise.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Listen well to the wise counsel of those you respect. Even when everyone is in a merry mood, it will pay to keep your nose to the grindstone. Your daily grind might revolve around achieving financial security.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Glow and go. You are a bit wiser than usual where spending is concerned or can receive helpful advice. Your social instincts are right on target for making the hit parade with new business acquaintances.


VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Lucky breaks are in the stars. Chance meetings could put dollars in your wallet and a smile on your face. Impulse purchases could be based on hopeful fantasies rather than logic and necessity.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Romantic fantasies can keep you floating on cloud nine through most of the day. Since you are appealing to others, this is the time to make important phone calls or simply flirt your way to success.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Be willing to compromise on shared goals and objectives. Partners will be willing to give an extra inch if they understand your true purpose. Be open and forthright about what you hope to achieve.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Sort the wheat from the chaff. Getting along with others is easier than usual, but you might mistake enthusiasm and cooperation for facts. An agreement made today must live up to its promise.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Try asking nicely, instead of telling, for the best results. Listen to others and absorb their wisdom. Some days you are unaware of how forceful your attitude is toward getting things done efficiently.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): A chance morsel of knowledge could light a fire under a creative idea or provoke the urge to gamble with money. Get helpful counsel form a trusted companion before you dive into investments.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Dam up the babbling brook. Choose a more reflective path, as communications take on deeper meaning and significance. Family members can field messages or assist you in successful career moves.

IF NOVEMBER 6 IS YOUR BIRTHDAY: You will find you are wiser than usual during the next several weeks. This is a god time to consult with professionals and obtain advice or counseling. Don't go overboard in December and January with exercise or competitive situations because you might rub people the wrong way. Things will go your way and unexpected assistance will appear in April. That is an excellent time to launch new projects, enter into new commitments and make crucial promises. Because there will be plenty of support from others, you will be able to turn shifting conditions to your advantage in a big way.