Moon Alert: After 3 a.m. EST today (12:01 a.m. PST) there are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions. The Moon is in Scorpio.

Happy birthday for Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2024: You are diligent, hardworking and sometimes a perfectionist. You’re also the peacemaker. This year is the last year of a nine-year cycle, which means you are letting go of what is no longer relevant to begin something fresh in 2025. Stay flexible to be open to new opportunities.

Aries (March 21-April 19): You make a great impression on everyone today. Perhaps because of this, others will be supportive of you financially, practically and in emotional terms as well. Relations with friends are warm. Be patient with your kids, because old patterns might have resurfaced. Tonight: Check your finances.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): Today you feel a nice balance in the universe, in part because you feel that close friends and partners are supportive to you. Travel is likely for many of you. Grab any opportunity to do something “different.” This will feed your desire for adventure and stimulation! Tonight: Cooperate.

Gemini (May 21-June 20): Discussions about shared resources and shared responsibilities will go well today, particularly because you’re willing to go more than halfway to assist others. You have a strong sense of duty today, which makes you generous and willing to help out. (People will love you for this.) Tonight: Get organized.

Cancer (June 21-July 22): You feel maternal and supportive of others today, especially your kids, as well as partners and close friends. Although there might be some confusion or disappointment about finances, you can expect gifts, goodies and favors from the others. Tonight: Socialize!

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Home and family are your priority today. However, you’ll be happy to take a backseat and play things low-key, but you will also work hard to achieve your aims. Meanwhile, old flames might be on the scene, on your mind or in your dreams. Don’t try to do too much. Tonight: Relax.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): This is a chatty, busy day! Short trips and discussions with relatives are taking place. Meanwhile, you’ll enjoy socializing with others, especially with children. Family discussions are likely, and possibly a quick home repair. (Groan) Your health and work issues are good. Tonight: Conversations.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Home and family have been your priority for several weeks now. You have also been socializing and enjoying the company of siblings, relatives and neighbors. Today, however, money and possessions are on your mind. It’s easy to relate to everyone today. Tonight: Check your belongings.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Today the Moon is in your sign, which can make you more emotional than usual. Fortunately, it is dancing favorably with the Sun, which makes you energetic and eager to communicate to everyone. You will enjoy entertaining at home as well as redecorating your digs. Plan ahead to allow for delays. Tonight: You win!

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): With Mercury in your sign, you’re keen to communicate and talk to others today. Furthermore, fair Venus is in your House of Communications, which ensures that your style is diplomatic and charming. Nevertheless, because the Moon is hiding in your chart, you want some privacy. Tonight: Solitude.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You’re powerful with the Sun in your sign. Today your interactions with friends is important. In fact, you might sit down and share your ideas for future goals, because you are thinking about what might happen down the road. Purchases and gifts will please you. Tonight: Friendships.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): People notice you more than usual today, which is something you should know (especially if you need to do some damage control). However, the impression you create on others will be favorable! As contradictory as it sounds, you might choose to be private today. Tonight: You’re admired.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): You feel a bit restless today — eager for something different. This is also a popular day for you, which means you’re ready to socialize and enjoy the company of others. Travel is likely for some of you. Because you feel you have something to say, you might give a little talk or “hold forth” on some subject. Tonight: Explore!