Horoscopes by Holiday by Holiday Mathis

Scientists speculate that if more mass were added to planet Jupiter, it would become smaller because it would pull in on itself. The lucky giant moves forward today, beginning a wave of cosmic generosity. Dare to be as big as you want to be, but remember that adding more to your life doesn't always make it bigger and better.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). This is as much your day as it is anyone else's, so just ease into it. No one is keeping score, so you can relax and have a wonderful time, no pressure. Enjoy yourself.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You'll handle the details of a project while others work in broad strokes. Work with those who have different skill sets and strengths. You'll create something beautiful together.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Knowing what is essential and what is superfluous is a kind of talent in and of itself. Also, importance is subjective, so don't let anyone else tell you how to prioritize. If it's important to you, it's important.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You're careful to give credit where credit is due. But don't be overly concerned with spreading the attention and praise evenly, because what happens naturally will be quite fair in some odd way.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You'll make events more special with your reaction to them. Everyone will want to know your opinion, and you'll state it in such a way that others will remember your words and take them to heart.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). A light bulb goes on, but not above your head or even inside it. It's as though your heart has the idea instead. All will be illuminated when you act on this loving impulse.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You never have to worry about being without resources. You have a knack for finding people who can and will help you accomplish what you want to do. Attracting good people is your special brand of luck.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). There will be some solemn aspects to your day, but you'll also be joyful as you take part in spiritual or religious practices that you'll either pursue on your own or as part of a like-minded spiritual community.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). The funding for your future will show up right when you need it most, as if by magic. You don't have to believe in magic for it to happen to you, but it certainly helps.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Your self-control is truly amazing. You'll hold back input that is unnecessary or tension-provoking, and you'll set a tone for others to be on their best behavior, as well.

It's because of you that things go well.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You'll be feeding people in some way that may or may not be food related. You'll stir love and appreciation into everything you make, and the results will feed people on many levels at once.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You'll feel so much better than you did yesterday. You'll have the peace of knowing you've done all you can. Your job now is to relax and witness the lovely unfolding.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Dec. 25). You'll be in full bloom. You'll surround yourself with the people you want to resemble in more ways than one, and you'll pick up the qualities you desire. January brings more money and something important to invest it in, as well. February and April are most romantic. You'll sweat for a cause in March. Sagittarius and Pisces people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 2, 14, 39, 19 and 6.

FORECAST FOR THE WEEK AHEAD: As big as Jupiter is (so big that all the other planets in the solar system could fit inside it two and a half times), the Mack Daddy of planets moves fast. One whole day on Jupiter lasts just under 10 Earth hours. Right at the start of the week, Jupiter reminds us once again that luck depends on timing. Opportunities are like revolving doors, opening and closing. You have to step in at the right time. If you hesitate, you'll miss it — or worse, you'll get caught in an awkward or painfully pinched situation. Sure, things will come around again. But it will never be the same twice. So when you see what you want on the other side of the glass, go in and get it.

This week Jupiter goes direct on Christmas Day, suggesting there will be some generous surprises. The giant planet has been retrograde since August 30 in the sign of the bull. Taurus relates to finance and luxury. If you've felt like you can't afford what you really want or even what you need, things will turn around. Attitudes about money — and more specifically about value — are shifting. Channels open up to accommodate a fatter flow of abundance in the weeks to come.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Christmas baby Jimmy Buffett is the king of Margaritaville. What was once a state of mind the artist captured in song has now become a lifestyle, not to mention a brand that covers shirts, drink blenders and even furniture. Buffett's sun, moon and Mars in powerhouse Capricorn suggests that in spite of his laid-back artistic style, Buffett is hardworking and highly competitive.

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