Georgia Nicols horoscopes for Jan. 3

Moon Alert

Avoid shopping or big decisions until 1:45 p.m. Chicago time. After that, the Moon moves from Libra into Scorpio.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Today Mars moves into a part of your chart where it will stay for eight months. What is this area? It’s all about shared property, inheritances, taxes, debt and what you own jointly with others. This will be your strong focus.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Today Mars moves opposite your sign, which happens once every two years and lasts for seven weeks. However, this year Mars will oppose you for most of the year, making you easily annoyed with partners and close friends. “Run away!”

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Today Mars moves into a part of your chart to stay for most of the year, giving you lots of energy to work! Even you will be surprised at your vigor. You might be too demanding and expect others to work just as hard. (Lighten up.)

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

No matter what you do for a living, you will find that this year you are more playful and flirtatious than in years past. Your sex drive will be amped and you will seek fun, amusements and pleasure! (Be patient with your kids this year.)

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

For the first eight months of this year, Mars will be in the part of your chart that affects home, family and your private life. This indicates mucho increased activity and chaos at home, which, in turn, can provoke family conflict. Hey, it’s your chance to demonstrate grace under pressure.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

This will be a busy, fast-paced year because today Mars moves into a part of your chart where it will stay for eight months. This will strengthen your communications and be a great boon for those who sell, market, teach, act and write.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You will work hard to earn money this year because, ironically, you will work just as hard to spend it! You might have disputes about the ownership of something, especially because you want to use what you own to accomplish certain tasks.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Oh boy! Today Mars enters your sign to stay for most of this year, which is super unusual. Normally, Mars is in your sign for about six to seven weeks once every two years. This year you will be charged with energy to work hard. Busy, active you!

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

This year, Mars will be in a certain part of your chart for most of the year, which is unusual. Normally it is in this area for only six to seven weeks once every two years. This means you have to be aware of little, self-defeating acts. Don’t be your own worst enemy.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You will be much more active with friends, and especially groups, this year. Many of you will be involved in competitive sports. All of you will be focused on goals and keen to pursue them. Guard against feeling competitive with a friend.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Your ambition will be aroused this year as never before — perhaps in decades. That’s why you will have this strong ambition to achieve and will work extremely hard to show the world what you can do. Wow!

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

This year you will grab every chance to travel that comes your way because you’re eager to explore more of the world and broaden your horizons. Likewise, you will want to learn more, which is why many of you will go back to school or sign up for a course.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actress/mathematician/author Danica McKellar (1975) shares your birthday today. You believe in offering your best to others. Once committed, you will not quit, even in the face and challenges. You are persuasive and sometimes stubborn. This year is one of growth and building. Initially, this will take place quietly beneath the surface. Wait until next year to make major changes. If you can reduce your overhead, you will strengthen your financial position.