Moon Alert: Avoid shopping and important decisions from 3 to 8:55 p.m. After that, the moon moves from Sagittarius into Capricorn.

Happy birthday for Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024: You’re charming and likable because you have excellent people skills. You’re also intelligent and perceptive. Your relationships matter. This has been a year of hard work for you; however, next year will bring exciting changes and increased freedom. Be ready to act fast when new opportunities arise.

Aries (March 21-April 19): Travel plans might be pie-in-the-sky today; nevertheless, relations with friends will be positive. Meanwhile, you might have less energy to deal with your kids or social situations. It’s like the wind has gone out of your sails. Tonight: You’re admired.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): Decisions about finances, especially if they include parents or authority figures, will likely favor you today. In turn, you might feel sorry for someone, which is why you have less energy to devote to home and family. Tonight: Explore!

Gemini (May 21-June 20): Be careful in agreeing to anything or volunteering for anything, because relations with authority figures are subject to confusion, even manipulation. Tonight: Check your finances.

Cancer (June 21-July 22): Issues regarding religion or the law might be confusing today. You’re not sure who to believe. Fortunately, someone might give you money they owe you or do a favor for you. This is timely, because your energy to work is low right now. Tonight: Cooperate.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Don’t worry if you feel tired and not up to the task. You might need naps or opportunities to stop working, because Mars is retrograde in your sign. It feels like something is dragging you down. Romance might be disappointing today. Tonight: Work.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): When dealing with partners and close friends today, if you feel disappointed, ask yourself if you expressed your expectations ahead of time. Unexpressed expectations generally lead to disappointment. Tonight: Socialize.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You might feel emotionally confused today. You might even have trouble distinguishing between reality and illusion! Make sure that others are reliable and that no one is trying to call a fast one on you. Say grounded; be cautious. Tonight: Relax.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): This is a poor day to make important financial decisions, because someone might deceive you either intentionally or by accident. Fortunately, relations with family members are warm. Tonight: discussions.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Today is ripe for emotional confusion, which will lead to misunderstandings or misconceptions. This can lead to mood swings. Fortunately, everyday conversations are charming, especially with siblings and relatives. Tonight: Check your belongings.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Feelings of escapism might make you want to run away. Others might feel a heightened intuition and spiritual awareness in a vague, idealistic way. That’s because there’s an element of confusion present today. Sit tight. Tonight: You win!

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Be extra clear to avoid misunderstandings when talking to friends and members of groups today. Even though you feel warm and connected to someone, ironically, communications could go south in a New York minute. Tonight: solitude.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): When dealing with bosses, parents and authority figures today, be extra clear in all your communications. Make sure you know what they expect from you. Make sure they understand you. Meanwhile, someone might help you. Tonight: Be friendly.