Moon Alert: There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Moon is in Virgo.

Happy birthday for Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024: You have great people skills. You’re charming, entertaining and veracious. You’re comfortable with attention. This year has brought change into your world, and in 2025, service will be a theme, especially service to family. Therefore, take care of yourself so that you can be a resource.

Aries (March 21-April 19): Unexpected events might take place today that affect your job, your health or your pet. (Note: Pet owners should be vigilant to avoid mishaps.) Big ideas might lead to exciting, new plans. You’re in an exploratory mood! Perhaps an exciting trip is in your future. Tonight: Surprise!

Taurus (April 20-May 20): Social plans might suddenly change today. You might cancel a particular event or commitment, or perhaps you might get an unexpected invitation. Parents should be vigilant, because this could be an accident-prone day for your kids. Be alert. Meanwhile, upbeat feelings make you want to party! Tonight: Be aware.

Gemini (May 21-June 20): Your home routine will be interrupted today. Small appliances might break down or a minor breakage could occur. Nevertheless, because you feel upbeat and happy, you might entertain at home, because something unexpected or unusual might occur. Turn up those speakers! Tonight: Relax.

Cancer (June 21-July 22): Keep your wits about you today, because this is a mildly accident-prone day. It’s also a fun-loving day full of surprises, new people, new situations and new places. You might have clever new ideas. Profound discussions about philosophical, spiritual matters will appeal to you. You will feel concern for the welfare of someone. Tonight: Sudden change.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Keep an eye on your money today. For example, you might find money; you might lose money. It will be wise to do what you can to protect your belongings against loss, theft or damage. Be cautious about impulse spending. Meanwhile, you might meet someone unusual today, someone intriguing. Tonight: Be alert.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Guard against impulsive, rash behavior, which might tempt you today. This is because the Moon is in your sign dancing with unpredictable Uranus. Be wise and think before you speak or act. Make sure your big ideas are doable. Easy does it. Nevertheless, you will impress bosses, supervisors and people in authority. Tonight: Stay steady.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): This is a feel-good day for you! Stay on top of banking details and credit charges, because something unexpected could affect you. Meanwhile, discussions about lofty topics including philosophy and religion will intrigue you. (Librans are excellent debaters and comfortable in the legal arena.) Tonight: Solitude.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Expect to meet some unusual people today. Friends and members of groups will surprise you. Stay light on your feet, because this is a changing landscape. Fortunately, gifts, goodies and favors from others will come your way. Keep your pockets open! Tonight: Friendships.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You are high-viz today, which means people notice you more than usual. Very likely, you will do something unexpected or unusual, which will surprise someone, especially someone in authority like a boss, supervisor, teacher or even the police. Fortunately, relations with partners and close friends are warm and uplifting. This is a great day to socialize! Tonight: You’re noticed.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Unexpected opportunities to travel might fall in your lap today. Likewise, you might meet someone unusual or from another background, someone intriguing. Work-related travel is likely for some of you. Meanwhile, you have opportunities to boost your income or buy pretty things. Tonight: Explore!

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Make friends with your bank account, because something unexpected could affect your assets. This surprise also might affect your relationship with shared property, taxes, debt or insurance matters. Meanwhile, your plans for vacations or social outings are exciting and grandiose! Tonight: Check your finances.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Expect a few surprises from partners and close friends today. They might change plans. Someone might want to change the arrangement in a partnership. They might want more freedom. They might want to expand your home base in some way. Anything is possible. Tonight: Cooperate.