HOROSCOPE

Note: Bigar’s Stars is based on the degree of your sun at birth. The sign name is simply a label astrologers put on a set of degrees for convenience. For best results, readers should refer to the dates following each sign. A baby born today has a Sun in Capricorn and a Moon in Aquarius if born before 9:42 a.m. (ET). Afterward, the Moon will be in Pisces.

Saturday, Dec. 23, 2017 Aries (March 21-April 19)

You might want to be alone for part of the day. You will be quite serious in following through on this desire. Don’t forget to drop in on an older person, who could be lonely. Tonight: Time for some fun!

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

You have stepped up to the plate several times in the past few weeks. The time has come for you to let go and get into the friendly nature of the next few days. Tonight: Off to a holiday event.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

You are likely to assume a take-charge attitude. As a result, you’ll start to run the holiday happenings for your family. You must tackle your todo list. Tonight: Deliver presents to your loved ones.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

You will make a point of touching base with relatives and friends at a distance. You could spend a substantial amount of time on the phone with these people. Tonight: Get into the holiday mood.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

A close loved one knows how to get you to agree with him or her. You have a lot of energy, and might need to squeeze in some exercise in order to stay centered. Tonight: Slow down the pace.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Focus on loved ones and on the building excitement. Some of you will be amused when the inner child of a friend emerges at a holiday get-together or celebration. Tonight: Off at a fun gathering with friends.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Embrace a change of pace. You might want to throw yourself into a house project, even if it’s only cleaning up the yard. Tonight: Catch up on some zzz’s.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Romance weaves its tendrils around this holiday season, if you are open to it. Others could be involved in creating a feel-good environment. Love is in the air! Tonight: Remain open.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Your home could be at the center of some last-minute holiday activities. Express the depth of your caring to those around you. Some of you might be worried about a family member. Tonight: Finish wrapping your Christmas gifts.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You probably feel as if you can’t stay in one place right now. Visit friends and see their decorations, or go caroling. Some of you will meet up for hot toddies and to swap gifts. Tonight: All smiles.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You wake up feeling energized and ready to complete the details for this weekend. Once you’re done, you could be found shopping for an item. Try not to go overboard. Tonight: Togetherness is the theme.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

You sense that you need to make a point of connecting with certain friends while you still have some time to do so. Make plans for quick visits and swapping gifts. Tonight: Out for dinner; invite some friends along.

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