HOROSCOPES: JANUARY 3, 2019

MOON ALERT: We have the “all clear” today to shop and do business. The moon is in Sagittarius.

IF TODAY IS YOUR BIRTHDAY: Actor Mel Gibson (1956) shares your birthday. You are restless and impulsive, but you are also dogged and hard-working and you never quit. This is the perfect year to explore meditation, yoga or any discipline that will help you to get a better understanding of who you are. This is also a year of teaching and learning. What you learn this year will be crucial for your success next year.

Aries (March 21-April 19): Sudden opportunities to travel somewhere might fall in your lap. However, if you have a planned itinerary for travel, it might suddenly be canceled, changed or delayed. However, you might have an unexpected chance to learn something new through a course or a school.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): Keep an eye on your banking matters and anything to do with inheritances and shared property because something unexpected could impact these areas.

Gemini (May 21-June 20): A friend or a partner might say or do something that you least expect today. It could be a surprise suggestion. Or perhaps they will introduce you to someone who is unusual or different? Something will keep you on your toes.

Cancer (June 21-July 22): Your work routine will be interrupted by computer crashes, fire drills, power outages, weather conditions, staff shortages or goofy mistakes. Something unexpected will change things for you. Make sure your schedule is flexible so you can handle this.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): This is an accident-prone day for your kids, so if you are a parent — be extra vigilant. Know where they are at all times and remove any potential hazards, especially related to electricity. Meanwhile, social occasions might be suddenly canceled. Or perhaps you get an unexpected invitation? Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Your home routine will be interrupted. Small appliances might break down or minor breakages could occur. Perhaps someone surprising knocks on your door? Could be anything. For starters, do get dressed. When you encounter the unexpected, look like you floss and wear deodorant. It helps.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): This is a mildly accident-prone day, so pay attention to everything you say and do. Keep your eyes open. The good news is that you might have clever, geniuslike ideas because you can think outside of the box today! Stay flexible and go with the flow.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Keep an eye on your money and possessions because something unusual might occur. You might find money; you might lose money. Protect what you own against damage, theft or loss. You might also spontaneously buy something you can’t resist!

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Mercury is in your sign, dancing with wild Uranus. This makes you feel alive and mentally awake! Everything has an exciting quality to it. New ideas and new things will appeal. “Look! A bright, shiny object!” Make sure you have wiggle room to cope with the unexpected.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You feel restless. You have that feeling you’re waiting for the other shoe to drop. And indeed, you are. Don’t hold your breath because it is invariably ugly and in the wrong size — we both know this. But with three planets in your sign right now, do you care? Not really.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You might meet someone younger who is a bit bizarre or unusual. This person might intrigue you and might also trigger new ideas within you. You might consider doing something new and different, or perhaps changing your goals?

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): A discussion with a parent or boss will surprise you or catch you off guard. This same kind of exchange might occur with a police person — be aware of this. Do not assume you know how your day will unfold because today holds some surprises!