Watch for the cosmic communication as the sun trine Uranus sends us a sign. A sideways glance, a chalk mark on the street, a scent that triggers your memory, someone dressing out of season, a misplaced character in the environment, an inviting glint of sun — special instructions from the universe are held inside cookies and pop songs.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). There are a few questions to stay away from today. "What's the point?" "Why?" "What does it mean?" These questions will only send you on a circular path when you're really needing to get somewhere new.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). The one who craves attention has a creative way of getting yours. It will actually be a pleasure to focus on this worthy candidate. You'll get back everything you put in and more.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Your best guess is good enough. You could gather more information, but it wouldn't make you any more prepared. This is as certain as you'll be. Move on what you know.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You're interesting to someone, and because of this, you're being observed more closely than you think. You'll effectively project the image you want to achieve.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You've experienced greatness, and you want your work to be just as great, if not better. The effort you put into a task will transform into pleasure for the one who gets to experience the end product.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You're approaching a season of tranquility. There's some angst to work out along the way. There's no way around it; you have to go through it. Be brave and before you know it you'll be on the other side.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Your imagination will produce wonders. Once a big idea is born, it's forever part of the world. "An invasion of armies can be resisted, but not an idea whose time has come." — Victor Hugo

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Remember when this was an adventure? Now it's the tiresome same-o. Good news, though: There will be an opportunity to change it up and get back some of that initial excitement.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You're definitely at your intellectual best today. You can use the excellent vibes to study hard, absorb much and think productively. You'll also do well on a test.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You feel a real connection to art. What you love will come alive in your world, influencing how you behave, your plans for the future and the company you keep.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Make the effort to meet with more people who think like you do and appreciate the same things. When you have someone to share a pleasure with, the joy will double up on you.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). The other person in a conflict is not really against you; rather, this person is for himself (or herself). Come at it from this mindset and you'll quickly and happily resolve this.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Dec. 11). You'll realize a kind of cosmic responsibility: You're meant to be a thought leader. You'll capture curiosity and lead bright minds to conclusions that inspire them to help, contribute and work at making the world better. It all starts with your immersing yourself in the things that ignite your passion. Aries and Scorpio adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 4, 2, 22, 28 and 13.

FORECAST FOR THE WEEK AHEAD: The week's atmosphere sets up with trine of the Sagittarian sun and revolutionary Uranus. Some will interpret this as a chance to live large, play bold, follow through on the impulses, go big or go home. The rest will be either party to or audience to these vivid action scenes. These are high-energy times, and the trend continues, getting even wilder as we approach the supermoon on Tuesday. This one is in Gemini, signifying social fun and possibly mischief, too, although many won't be able to tell the difference between the two.

A cosmic caution goes out to those who may have trouble with self-control. The demands of the season, peer pressure and general stresses that tend to visit at the end of the year will tap into our willpower reserves. Practical moves aimed to make your life easy, organized and manageable will go a long way toward preventing mistakes, accidents and other less-than-optimal outcomes. Think ahead and set yourself up for success. When in doubt, do less, rest more and go out of the way to make sure your own needs are met. Outstanding self-care will be, in the end, a gift to everyone else around you.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Academy Award-winning actress, comedian, author and show host Mo'Nique stars in "Almost Christmas," a big release this holiday season. The bold Sagittarius was born under a fiery Aries moon, adding even more heat to her passionate nature. Venus and Neptune in stinging Scorpio give her imagination a good twist to ensure strong originality in all she creates.

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