Moon Alert: After 10:45 a.m. EST today (7:45 a.m. PST) there are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions. The Moon is in Pisces.
Happy Birthday for Friday, Jan. 3, 2025:
You are highly individualistic, with a quirky sense of humor. Nevertheless, you are single-minded in the pursuit of your ideas. This is a year of building and creating structures both externally and internally. Simplicity is the key to life this year. Stay grounded and levelheaded.
ARIES
(March 21-April 19)
★★★
Steer clear of arguments with your kids or friends, because this is temporary. Things will calm down and the annoyances you feel will be forgotten (well, sort of). Therefore, don’t make a big deal about anything. Meanwhile, you look fabulous because the Sun at the top of your chart is casting you in a flattering light. Work with this! Tonight: Gentle evening.
TAURUS
(April 20-May 20)
★★★★
Today might begin with a bit of tension, especially at home or when dealing with relatives or parents. Cope with this as best you can, because it will fade. In turn, relations with friends and groups will be affectionate and mutually supportive. It’s a good day to make short-term plans. Tonight: Schmooze!
GEMINI
(May 21-June 20)
★★★★
You might be tempted to squabble with someone today, perhaps relatives, siblings or neighbors. Don’t bother, because this energy will dissipate and all will be forgotten. Meanwhile, you make a great impression on bosses, VIPs and parents today. This could be the time to push your agenda. Tonight: You’re admired.
CANCER
(June 21-July 22)
★★★★
You might be unhappy with money issues this morning, something to do with your possessions or how something is shared. Let that go, because as this day wears on, you can be happy. Travel for pleasure and interacting with someone who is “different” will be fun! Tonight: Explore!
LEO
(July 23-Aug. 22)
★★★
Lighten up today. It’s not easy right now though, because Mars is retrograde in your sign for the first time since 2010. This robs you of your energy and, at the same time, throws a wrench into your plans. This will be over Feb. 27. Until then, hang in there. Don’t take the bait this morning. Stay chill. Tonight: Increased wealth.
VIRGO
(Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
★★★
Something going on behind the scenes might create some angst for you this morning. You might know what it is — you might not. Nevertheless, give this little focus. Instead, this can be a friendly, sociable, fun-loving day! Go with the energy that is positive. Tonight: Warm relations.
LIBRA
(Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
★★★★
Don’t get your belly in a rash today over friends or groups, because it will upset you. As the day wears on, this will become less important. Fortunately, relations with co-workers are excellent today. It’s a great day for short trips, chatting to siblings and relatives or hanging out at home. Tonight: Time with loved ones.
SCORPIO
(Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
★★★
Power struggles related to bosses, parents and your family might take place this morning. This might be a simmering energy throughout the day. However, if you’re wise, you’ll ignore this and focus on romance, social diversions, playful activities with kids, the arts and having a great time! Tonight: Health ideas?
SAGITTARIUS
(Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
★★★
Resist the urge to get involved in an argument with someone today, especially this morning. There is no upside. Don’t do this to yourself. Instead, enjoy making your home more attractive and perhaps entertaining. Invite someone over for good food and drink! Tonight: Socialize.
CAPRICORN
(Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
★★★★
Avoid money squabbles this morning or arguments about responsibilities. This conflict will fade. Meanwhile, if you change your focus, this is a lovely day to schmooze with others! Not only will you enjoy talking to people, you will also appreciate the beauty of your daily surroundings. Tonight: Relax.
AQUARIUS
(Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
★★★
Avoid power struggles with partners and close friends today, especially this morning. Instead, focus on conversations with younger people. Financial matters will benefit you. You might buy something beautiful that is meaningful. Tonight: Warm conversations.
PISCES
(Feb. 19-March 20)
★★★★
This is an excellent day to shop for wardrobe items, including shoes and boots. Steer clear of office politics or power struggles related to your work or your health. This will ruin your day. Stay chill. Tonight: You’re friendly.
BORN TODAY
Actor, director Mel Gibson (1956), actress Florence Pugh (1996), actress, mathematician Danica McKellar (1975)