the last word in astrology December 17, 2018

Celebrities born on this day:

Milla Jovovich, 43; Bill Pullman, 65; Eugene Levy, 72; Ernie Hudson, 73.

Happy Birthday!

Home, family and taking care of loved ones should be your priorities. Understand what’s expected of you and find new ways to use your skills and creativity to enhance what you have to offer the world. Walk away from those who meddle or try to interfere in your affairs. Be secretive about your assets and passwords. Your numbers are 4, 13, 20, 28, 31, 39, 47.

ARIES (March 21-April 19):

Share your stories with others, but don’t embellish. Speak from the heart; you will bring joy to those around you. Take nothing and no one for granted. Step up and do your part and positive change will take place. ★★★

TAURUS (April 20-May 20):

Take a moment to connect with elders in your family or community. The time spent will be appreciated and gratifying. What you find out will give you something to think about as the year comes to a close. Make love a priority. ★★★

GEMINI (May 21-June 20):

Look around and be realistic when assessing situations, people and what to say and do. Your response will make a difference to the way others react and how they in turn treat those they encounter. Positive thought leads to constructive action. ★★★★

CANCER (June 21-July 22):

Be sensitive to other people’s needs. Let your intuition help you decipher the best way to deal with situations as they arise. Listen carefully to what others have to say. You will learn a valuable lesson in leadership. Romance is encouraged. ★★

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22):

Get past the negatives in your life and move toward people who offer peace, joy and love. You may not be able to change someone else’s mood, but that doesn’t mean you can’t appreciate the splendor appearing around you. ★★★★★

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22):

Look beyond the immediate stress that this time of year can present. Give in to laughter and see the humor in the little annoyances or in those who tend to overreact or miss the point of the spirit of the season. ★★★

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22):

Keep an open mind and heart when dealing with friends, siblings and the youngsters and elders in your life. The time spent bringing about positive change will help alleviate negativity and emotional manipulation. Walk away from indulgent situations. ★★★

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21):

Listen to the trials and tribulations others have endured, and you will realize you are not alone or the only one who faces stressful times. Be creative in your response; you’ll gain support and the help you need. ★★★

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21):

Personal change will make you feel good about moving forward. Prepare for upcoming festivities, and take time to reach out to older relatives who are isolated. Don’t get involved in gossip. ★★★★★

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19):

Don’t let a little problem escalate because you don’t see it as being important. Consider the emotional turmoil someone else might be going through before you dismiss lending a helping hand. This time of the year can be overwhelming. ★★

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18):

Consider your options and what you would like to change with regard to how you handle or make money, and you’ll come up with a plan that will bring about positive change. A gift or bonus will take you by surprise. ★★★★

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20):

Less is more. Keep that in mind while shopping, partying and dealing with people who tend to talk big but produce little. Caution will save you from loss and stress. Focus inward and make positive personal changes. ★★★

Birthday Baby:

You are determined, original and ambitious. You are outgoing and spirited.