Daily horoscope for Dec. 9, 2024

Moon Alert: Avoid shopping or big decisions from 3:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. EST today (12:30 a.m. to 6 a.m. PST). After that, the Moon moves from Pisces into Aries.

Happy Birthday for Monday, Dec. 9, 2024:

Even though you’re sensitive and kind-hearted, you appear to be confident and, at times, austere. Your power is in the understatement. This is a slower paced year. Take time to rejuvenate your energies. Focus on business and personal relationships and people who have your back.

ARIES

(March 21-April 19)
★★★★★
Today the Moon is in your sign giving you an edge over everyone. It will energize you and help you to build stronger relationships. You’ll be confident dealing with your kids. Go after what you want today, because you are fortunate. Tonight: You win!

TAURUS

(April 20-May 20)
★★★★
Today you can work behind the scenes to make changes for the better, especially with home and family. People in authority will be impressed with your style. This is an excellent time to wrap up old business with loans, mortgages and shared property. Tonight: Research; solitude.

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20)
★★★★★
You are the wordsmith of the zodiac. In discussions with friends, groups and committees, you will be persuasive with just the right tone. Not too much; not the little. Travel plans and relations with other countries look solid. (Of course, ex-partners are back on the scene.) Tonight: Enjoy schmoozing!

CANCER

(June 21-July 22)
★★★★
Today you make a fantastic impression on everyone. You look confident and enthusiastic because you have a balanced, proactive approach to life. (I’m impressed.) Financial discussions will go well. Cope with delays and mistakes at work due to Mercury retrograde. Tonight: You’re respected.

LEO

(July 23-Aug. 22)
★★★★★
Today you have the world by the tail! Discussions about travel, publishing, the media, medicine and the law will go well. People want to support your ideas. Do something different today! Travel to get a change of scenery. Meanwhile, old flames are back on the scene, or in your dreams. Tonight: Explore or study.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
★★★★
This is an excellent day for discussions about shared property and shared responsibilities, which might arise because family members you haven’t seen for a while are back on the scene. Things will unfold in a positive way, so it’s OK to be optimistic. Tonight: Check your finances.

LIBRA

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
★★★★
Dynamic discussions will take place today with partners or friends. This might include your involvement in a group, especially related to the arts, sports or children. Fortunately, you will achieve the balance you want because you have energy and drive, while at the same time, you’re willing to listen. Tonight: Cooperate.

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
★★★★
This is a productive day. Get as much done as possible, because you have energy, drive and focus. This includes making advances in your career or making home improvements as well. Service to others might be a theme today. Don’t hesitate to help, because you will feel rewarded. Tonight: Work.

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
★★★★★
This is a playful, fun-loving day! Your people skills are sharp. In fact, you’re in such a good mood, you will genuinely appreciate the beauty of your surroundings. Travel plans might be delayed or old plans might be resurrected. Socialize with others today. Enjoy yourself! Tonight: Relax.

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
★★★★
You can pull strings from home today. In particular, your ability to balance financial matters, pay bills, address loans and see ways to boost your income are excellent. Some of you might buy something to beautify your home. You have a sense of satisfaction today about things coming together. Tonight: Cocoon.

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
★★★★
Your ability to communicate with others and get things done today is excellent. You know how to set your armies marching! This is why you will attract others to help you. Your ability to smooth talk everyone will help you teach, sell, market and persuade others to your way of thinking. Tonight: Discussions.

PISCES

(Feb. 19-March 20)
★★★
Money, bills and purchases are on your mind today. You might want to spend money related to your job or your health. If you need permission or approval, ask again, because this time you might get the green light. Tonight: Check your belongings.

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