Venus and Jupiter angle each other in perfect harmony. Venus, the purveyor of love and beauty, is in the philanthropic, future-minded sign of Aquarius. Jupiter, the jolly giant of good fortune, is flying direct in Libra, the harmonious sign of peace and partnership. Let this destiny duet sing you a song of glad tidings of comfort and joy.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). A warm feeling, sustained eye contact, a few laughs — suddenly you're enchanted! If this happens to be an exchange with someone new to you, the relationship potential here is stable and lasting.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Because you don't show favoritism, you smile often and you're calm in every circumstance, you'll be the touchstone that the people around you depend on to feel a sense of home and peace.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). A little more faith and you're there. Go forward with your vision as if you knew for sure it would all work out. The funds will show up as needed, as if by magic.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). The relationships at hand will give you all you need. Don't let digital technology impede the moment. The warm, alive people in the room will be the very best to reach to and connect with.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You know, accept and love people for who they really are. No one is going to change just because it's the holidays, and you wouldn't really want people to anyway. Wondrous vibes are flowing.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Success will depend upon bringing the appropriate energy to the task at hand — an easy, relaxed frame of mind, an open heart, an expectation that life will show its sweetness.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Self-care is not an "extra," even now when there's so much going on. Take the time to make yourself happy. If that means doing something different from what the group is doing for a few minutes, so be it.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Random acts of kindness will give you all the warmth of the season, whether you're the recipient or you're the giver. Most likely, you'll be both. And when you can give something that others really need, you'll be on top of the world.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Maybe you'll do what's on the plan, and maybe you won't, but just having a plan will relax you. The best gift you can give yourself and the others around you is your own peace of mind.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Instead of going big, go small. You'll love what comes of concentrating your energy, and you'll gain a deep satisfaction as you focus in on your main sources of joy.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You've an interesting, personal and extremely specific way of experiencing and showing gratitude. This will create vivid memories for you and the people around you.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). When things happen too quickly, it's hard to savor the moment. That's why you'll encourage others to go slowly, take their time and be with you in the small interactions that add up to a charmed day.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Dec. 25). You've battled your own ego and eschewed the ideology of self-entitlement. You'll go into this year with a humble desire to serve. You can't help that it leads to your advancement. The heart connection you make in the next 10 weeks will continue to grow stronger through the year. May brings a windfall. Libra and Capricorn adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 25, 6, 48, 1 and 16.

FORECAST FOR THE WEEK AHEAD: The last week of the year begins with glad tidings from Venus and Jupiter as they form a harmony trine, joining the philanthropic energy of Aquarius to the peaceful partnership style of Libra. The warmth of the holidays radiates like a bonfire, and we need only to reach out with open palms to feel its heat. Anyone having trouble getting into the spirit needs only to slow down, do less, think fewer thoughts and be open to the softness of the feeling.

Monday brings a tonal change. Jupiter is shaken from his interest in Venus, the love goddess, by a startling interruption from Uranus. Thus begins a debate that happens every 14 years between Jupiter and Uranus about the nature of luck. Because good fortune can turn into bad luck and bad luck can turn into the best thing that ever happened to a person, it is impossible to immediately define events as fortunate or unfortunate. Therefore, why try? Let time do its thing. Meanwhile, play your hand to your best advantage and stay positive. It's much easier to recognize opportunity and move quickly to seize it when your heart is light.

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. His having his 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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