Horoscopes by Holiday by Holiday Mathis

Getting to this point in your life has been a process, mostly pleasant, sometimes challenging and full of unexpected twists. Now that you're here, enjoy yourself. Sit back and see the beauty in the day. The Virgo moon harmonizes with the Capricorn sun like a choir of angels. There's still work to be done, but everyone works together to do it.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You are not easily disturbed; however, there is someone close to you who knows all the right buttons to push. Thankfully, this person takes a holiday from pushing them today!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Someone craves your love, and you will give it generously. Your tendency toward compassion and cooperation will make this a very happy day for both of you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Wherever possible, you would prefer to spend your time making someone else happy. You take great pleasure in solving other people's problems, and your help is much appreciated.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). There's a bubble of comfort and protection that you extend around the people you love. They feel at ease around you, which is why they gather close to be with you now.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You'll pick up a few new items and would be wise to find a place for them as soon as possible. When there is order around you, your mind is calm and you feel totally at peace.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You delight in watching the intricate way everyone works together. You'll note the patterns. You easily detect them, while others are mystified as to why everything is going as it is.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You are often relaxed and unexcitable, which makes you a rock for your loved ones. But that doesn't mean you lack enthusiasm. In fact, you have plenty of it now, and your high spirits are contagious.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You'll be a font of silliness, and there are those who may be caught off guard by this side of you. They just don't know you that well. Sure, you're intelligent and deep. But you also know when to lighten up and have fun.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You've been thoughtful and deliberate in regards to how this day would unfold. Mostly, your plans work out in quirky ways. Things don't go the way you think they will — it's even better.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You probably sense that you're the darling of your group now. Don't worry about spreading the attention around.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You'll enjoy meeting new people and will be particularly drawn in by someone whose obvious intelligence comes across in subtle and humorous ways. This one is humble, yet accomplished — a lot like you!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You go forward without expectation and find wonderful surprises along the way. As far as fun goes, this day establishes a new mark that you will try to continue to hit in the future.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Dec. 25). Each day of the year you are reminded of what is really important. This helps you maintain a healthy perspective and set your priorities accordingly. Financial opportunities will come to you because you have proved yourself to be reliable. Love is divine and dizzying in May. There's an exciting twist in August. Libra and Gemini people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 23, 11, 42, 15 and 19.

GIFTS FROM THE HEART: Here's something to keep in mind as those packages change hands. Whether you spend a lot of money on presents or not is irrelevant because the gifts that really matter cannot be bought with any amount of money. Here is a precious gift that you impart without even thinking about it. ARIES: Your enthusiasm. Around you, others get a surge of vitality. TAURUS: Your supportive smile and the welcoming tone in your voice. GEMINI: Your connections. You make introductions and widen the world for others. CANCER: Your hospitality. You give others a sense of belonging. LEO: Your creativity. You capture imaginations. VIRGO: Your nurturing. You make people want to be their best selves. LIBRA: Your tact. People feel dignified and important around you because you respect everyone equally. SCORPIO: Your sense of romance. The world is more vivid when you share your experiences. SAGITTARIUS: Your optimism. You note how things could get better for someone and point the way. CAPRICORN: Your hands-on help. You pull together resources and make things happen for people. AQUARIUS: Your philanthropy. You show others how to give. PISCES: Your healing touch. A hug from you is magical medicine.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Her vampire romance series has sold more than 100 million copies worldwide, and Stephenie Meyer has the Capricorn tenacity to keep the stories coming. With her sun and moon both in this traditional-minded, hardworking and goal-oriented earth sign, Meyer has a keen business sense to combine with the imaginative powers of Venus and Jupiter in dreamy, otherworldly Aquarius.

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