A baby born today has a Sun in Taurus and a Moon in Leo.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Wednesday, April 21, 2021:
Practical, stubborn and compassionate, opportunities follow you wherever you go. This year, you contribute your unique talents to a day job or a creative venture after hours. Do what you love and make time for it all without shortchanging friends and family. Money flows steadily, though watch for unexpected expenses. If single, get involved with groups. If attached, let your partner take you out of your comfort zone. LEO is assertive.

The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

Your playful mood might spill over into making jokes and wisecracks at inopportune moments. You can’t play hooky, so keep your mind focused. When the workday ends, scoot out the door and do something physical. Tonight: Takeout from your favorite restaurant.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

Reconnect with relatives you have not seen in awhile. Mend fences and move forward from disagreements that resulted in stretches of silence. Invite them to your neck of the woods. Ask children and grandchildren for tips on social media. Tonight: True crime docuseries.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

Pace yourself to make time for networking events. These online gatherings are important due to contacts you acquire. Let family know that you might be missing in action. Reassure them that you will make it up to them. Tonight: Play word games.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

Investing in home improvements and renovations are long overdue. Take advantage of your stable financial situation. The desire for a comfortable living space where you can invite family and friends to stay over can now take shape. Tonight: School reunion planning.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Continue to research obscure subjects even if friends are baffled. Seek out likeminded people who share your passion and are interested in what you have to say. Come out of the woodwork and get noticed. Tonight: Learn a meditation technique.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Focus on your creative expression. Value “me” time so you can practice and maintain discipline. Family and friends will respect your privacy. The more confident you become, the more likely you can show others what you produced. Tonight: Time for love.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Explore forming your own business. You can be your own boss and promote ideas or products that you care about. Exchange ideas with friends who speak from their own experience. You could find a partner. Tonight: Walk in the park.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Unexpected career opportunities arise. A group with exciting ideas could ask to join your team or ask you to be part of theirs. This will lead you in a direction that has permanent possibilities. Tonight: Air concerns to loved ones.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Catch up on reading material. Make a list of classics you always wanted to read. Go to the library or purchase a paperback or e-book you can view on your device. Publish your thoughts on a blog. Tonight: Watch a game show.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Check your financial statements thoroughly. An automatic charge you meant to cancel may still appear. Straighten that out and cut down on other unnecessary subscriptions and products. Enter a fun contest that tests your brain power. Tonight: Home-cooked meal.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Mark off dates for a much-needed getaway with your partner or group of friends. Find a place you can explore together and laugh at each other’s jokes. If you start researching now, you may find wonderful deals. Tonight: Purchase workout gear.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

Allergies or lack of sleep could make you feel under the weather. Take it easy today and avoid strenuous activities. If the weather permits, walk among greenery, enjoy the sunshine and breathe fresh air. Tonight: New music for your playlist.

Born today: Singer Iggy Pop (1947), actress Patti LuPone (1949), football player Tony Romo (1980)