Astrology: Take a look at your daily horoscope

Happy birthday: for Tuesday, Dec. 11. This year you evolve to a new level of understanding. You want to be around people more often. You create friendships that have a great deal of depth. If you are single, you might discover that converting a friendship to a romantic relationship could be problematic. Just take your time. If you are attached, you and your partner seem to have it all, both friendship and love. The combination of the two of you together inevitably creates fun and good times. A fellow

SAGITTARIUS is always scheming; take his or her advice with a grain of salt.

Aries (March 21-April 19): ★★★★ Emphasize what works. As you strive to make certain plans a reality, you will gain quite a few supporters. You also might be identifying with others as they have similar discussions. The back-and-forth exchanges likely will result in good feedback. Tonight: Where the crowds are.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): ★★★ Emphasis seems to be on your personal life. A partner or loved one might make a suggestion that could affect your financial situation, but you could be quite attached to the status quo. Try to open up to different perspectives, and you’ll be glad you did. Tonight: Happy at home.

Gemini (May 21-June 20): ★★★★ You might feel as if someone is testing your limits. Rather than respond, you could opt to screen your calls and cocoon at home. You will be in the mood for a change of pace, or perhaps you’ll want to spend time with a special loved one. Tonight: Hang close to home if you can.

Cancer (June 21-July 22): ★★★★ One-on-one relating opens doors and provides an opportunity to change the tone of your interaction with a key person in your life. Do not deny this person the opportunity to hear all the news that comes from your direction. Make time to visit with an older relative. Tonight: Be nice.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): ★★★ You still might be eyeing the costs of this particular holiday season. Perhaps you wish you had splurged a bit more on certain loved ones. Know that it is not too late! You will love the smiles you get when they open up an extra gift. Tonight: Choose a favorite pastime.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): ★★★★ Take advantage of the daylight hours. Understand that others could be out of sorts with the pressure of the impending holidays. Not everyone is as organized as you are. Schedule some time to yourself today or in the near future. Tonight: Treat yourself to some extra R and R.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): ★★★★ Slow down a bit for the time being. Fatigue could be creeping up on you, causing your energy levels to dwindle significantly. In fact, if you take just the evening off, you will renew quickly and feel recharged. Tonight: Expect to be energized to do whatever you desire. SCORPIO (Oct. 23Nov. 21)

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): ★★★★ Like it or not, you are in a position of having to give responses and answers to others. You could feel quite uncomfortable with everything that is going on around you. Know that you can get a lot done if you worry less about the outcome. Tonight: Nap, then decide.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): ★★★ Reach out to someone at a distance whom you really care about. This person might have some important information to share with you. You could feel uncomfortable with what you hear. Verify information first. Tonight: Imagine what it is like to be in someone else’s shoes. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): ★★★★ One-on-one relating is highlighted. Others appear more responsive than you originally had thought, but you will see that there seems to be a mental block to an important part of the conversation. Try a new approach, and have patience! Tonight: Go where there is great music.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): ★★★★ Don’t expect to get much quiet and/or reflective time. Others seek you out for a variety of reasons. You remain responsive, though a sense of annoyance also emerges. Consider isolating yourself for a short while until you feel relaxed. Tonight: Make time for a favorite person. Born today: Actor Rider Strong (1979), singer Brenda Lee (1944), rapper Mos Def (1973)