Peggy Allison is the author of The Fundamentals of Astrology: A Comprehensive Guide for the Beginner. She is a professional astrologer who lives on St. Thomas in the Virgin Islands and prepares personal astrological charts. Contact her at 340-774-2932, 340-513-3755, or through her email.

ARIES (March 20-April 20)

Keep one foot on the ground this week. Mars, your ruling planet, sends a wink to dreamy Neptune. Play it cool and stick with reality. The red planet encourages you to charge ahead, but think before you make any major changes. Hang out with your Leo friends as they celebrate their birthdays this month. Sweet Venus brings a glow to the home front. With the sun in Leo, go ahead and buy a lottery ticket this week. While Mercury visits the daily work department it is a good time to focus on the workplace. No need for shortcuts. Focus on detail. Saturn says it is time to get grounded and down to earth.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

Mars, the planet of action and energy, teams up with Jupiter, the planet of growth, luck and opportunity. This is one terrific aspect. Remember, with all good aspects it is a good idea to remain focused. Discuss your values with others. Today is an excellent day to talk with people in authority. Saturn and Mercury require you to pay attention to detail this week. Think before you speak. Avoid foot-in-mouth problems. The sun shines bright on the home front. Take time out and celebrate with your Leo pals. Talk about your ideas with someone. Career opportunities could flow your way.

GEMINI (May 20-June 20)

We know you love to chat. Jupiter, the planet of growth, luck and opportunity, encourages you to share your knowledge this week. Trust your intuition while Neptune, the dream planet, is on your side. If it feels good, go with the flow; if not, toss it out. You could run into a few disagreements with siblings this week. Play it cool and let others yak. Take time out for your Leo friends. Join the party. On Monday, talk about your ideas with other people. Mars takes center stage with Neptune and the sun.

CANCER (June 20-July 22)

Lucky you. Jupiter, the planet of growth, luck and opportunity, hooks up with Mars, the planet of action and energy. Your spirits are high, thanks to your friends. Act boldly as they cheer you on. Neptune encourages you to go with your instincts. On Wednesday, avoid major decisions while Saturn and Venus are at odds. You don’t need any restrictions. The sun puts a glow on your earned income department. Join a Leo friend for a birthday celebration. Venus is visiting your sign. Venus is love, beauty and money. People notice you.

LEO (July 22-Aug. 22)

Happy birthday. This is your last full week of birthday celebrations. Mars keeps your spirits up this week. As the week begins, you could feel like you are being pulled in two directions. Wait until the moon enters your sign Tuesday. Then you can go with your hunches. This is the turning point you need. Enjoy your birthday. On Monday, Saturn and Mercury encourage you to think before you act. No need to waste time or energy. Write down your goals and wishes for the next year, before the sun moves to Virgo. Keep an eye on your finances.

VIRGO (Aug. 22-Sept. 22)

I know you are anxious to begin your birthday month. Hold on a while longer until your Leo pals wind down their month of celebrations. When Mars, the planet of action and energy hooks up with Jupiter, the planet of growth, luck and opportunity, today, you get the green light to begin new projects. The sun winks at Jupiter on Friday. This should bring a lift to your confidence and creativity. You could get unexpected support from unexpected sources. On Tuesday, look for new ways to get the job done. Go with your intuition.  

LIBRA (Sept. 22-Oct. 22)

Be careful how you share secrets this week. Balance your thoughts before you speak. Remain focused. The sun shines bright in Leo. It’s time to join groups, clubs or organizations. Mars, the planet of action and energy, works with Jupiter today. Lady Luck is on your side. Now slow down before you run out and buy lottery tickets. Don’t blow the rent or grocery money. It takes only one ticket to win. Friday is an excellent day to launch a few of your creative ideas. Share them with other people. The sun and the red planet provide energy Monday. That’s a great day to make travel plans. Share your knowledge.

SCORPIO (Oct. 22-Nov. 21)

Mars sends a wink to Jupiter today. This should boost your enthusiasm a bit. Your confidence is high. Be careful about taking any risk. Do not stray too far from reality. On Monday, the sun and Neptune, the dreamer, are in opposition. Watch becoming too unrealistic. Neptune takes center stage on the home front. Think before you meet with your banker. Take a look at joint resources. The sun shines bright on your career department. Others may be of assistance this week. Trust your intuition. Your Leo friends are celebrating the last of their birthdays. Join the party. Have some fun.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

The sun and Jupiter could bring you encouragement and support from other people. This could be the week you receive support from someone. Launch your new projects. Share your higher knowledge. The sun in Leo and Mars in Gemini brings the gift of gab this week. You will have an opportunity to connect with someone. Trust your intuition. On Monday, you have the urge to discuss serious matters. Take time off with your Leo friends and enjoy a birthday party. Play it cool with others Tuesday evening. No need for angry responses or conflicts. Wednesday will be a good day to talk with people in authority. Venus winks at Saturn.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 21-Jan. 20)

Your relationship department takes center stage this month while Venus visits Cancer. This makes it easier for you to meet and communicate with people. The sun and Mars pile on the action. The red planet gives you the gift of gab as he visits chatty Gemini. The sun is visiting Leo, the party sign, shining bright on your relationships with others. Help your Leo friends celebrate their birthdays. We know you are the worker of the zodiac. Play it cool on Tuesday and Wednesday. Don’t argue with co-workers. 

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19)

Mars visits conversational Gemini, you have plenty of action and energy in the fun, love and luck department. This is a productive time for writers. Lady Luck is on your side. Use your Mars energy wisely. Venus is visiting your house of daily work. Co-workers are friendly. Mars and Neptune could produce a little magic Monday that could conjure up a little increase in earned income. Stick to your schedule this week. Your Leo friends are living it up as their birthday month comes to a close. Join the party. Take some time off and enjoy yourself. Review your finances this weekend. It’s also a great time to plan a trip or get creative.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

While the sun is in Leo and Mars visits Gemini, you have plenty of energy. Mars in chatty Gemini brings the gift of gab. You definitely can connect with co-workers. You also may surprise yourself by how much work you can get done in your own little home pond. I know, four planets retrograde have slowed things down a bit. Neptune brings you inspiration, and this can lead to clear thinking Monday. Mars joins up with Neptune. Notice the results as they week moves forward. Use the red planet’s energy wisely. Share a few of your secrets.