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)

Enjoy your long weekend. Monday is Columbus Day. Your house of relationships takes center stage. Keep your words soft and tender. Play hush-hush. Listen to what other folks have to say. This goes for the people you do business with. Get ready to launch your new business deals. Jupiter, the planet of growth, luck and opportunity, moves forward Tuesday. Jupiter’s retrograde period slowed business down a bit over the last few months. Venus moves to Libra on Wednesday. Venus is love and money. You benefit through your partner or close associates. Time to get out of the meadow. Love could flow in. Go ahead, focus on a little fun. A surprise could flow your way. Jupiter brings abundance.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

Today is your day to make a statement. Make sure you have all the facts. Once you make your statement, sit back and listen to the response. Monday is Columbus Day. Enjoy your long weekend. The moon is in Leo. Time to party. On Tuesday, Jupiter, the planet of growth, luck and opportunity, goes direct. For the past few month with Jupiter retrograde, business may have slowed down. Get out of the bullpen. Polish a few of your ideas. Share your goals, hopes and wishes with co-workers. Venus is in Libra. Venus rules Libra. You benefit from folks in your daily work department.

GEMINI (May 20-June 20)

Get ready for a weekend of fun and joy. The sun and Jupiter take up residence in your space of fun, love and luck. Lady Luck is on your side. Nice long weekend ahead. Monday is Columbus Day. Play by the rules. It takes only one ticket to win. On Tuesday, Venus holds hands with Saturn, and Saturn is telling you to remain focused. Jupiter, the planet of growth, luck and opportunity, moves forward. You have experienced delays over the last few months in the business department. Move forward again. You love to talk. Share your unique ideas with folks in the business world. Opportunity flows your way.

CANCER (June 20-July 22)

Mars sends action and energy your way. Get ready to enjoy a long Columbus Day weekend. This is the last full weekend of the red planet’s visit to your sign. Mars will not return to your sign until August 2011. Use the energy wisely. The home front takes center stage. Some of you may decide to redecorate your sand castles. Venus moves to Libra on Wednesday. This could be the beginning of a happy time. You may be doing fun things you enjoy on the home front. Take advantage before Saturn moves to the home front later this month. Jupiter, the planet of opportunity, moves forward Wednesday. Go ahead, show your charm to executives.

LEO (July 22-Aug. 22)

Monday may bring the opportunity to party. You are the party sign of the zodiac. We celebrate Columbus Day on Monday. Could be a long weekend for you. Jupiter, the planet of opportunity, moves forward Tuesday. That’s something for you to smile about. This may be your time to impress a few of your peers. Go ahead, cater to the bosses and executives. You will be rewarded. Venus travels to Libra; Venus, the planet of love and money, rules Libra. You may receive a bonus for catering to the needs of the folks in authority. Busy times lie ahead. Mars will visit your sign later this month. Work behind the scenes this week. Be ready to launch new ideas next week.

VIRGO (Aug. 22-Sept. 22)

If you feel a little down today, chill out. Columbus Day on Monday means a long weekend. You may run into a little excitement Friday. It is your day to explore. Look for new delights. Jupiter, the planet of growth, luck and opportunity, moves forward Tuesday. Your daily workforce takes center stage. Pay attention. It might be time to detail and analyze new job opportunities that could appear. Venus, the planet of love and money, moves to Libra. You could receive a  bonus in your earned-income department. Share your values with others. Take the steps you need for the job you desire. Your success could come from unexpected sources. Share your ideas.

LIBRA (Sept. 22-Oct. 22)

Happy birthday. Long weekend ahead. Monday is Columbus Day. Mercury, the messenger, and Venus, your ruling planet, move to your sign this week. Be patient, and you will get your reward. Mars remains in your career department. This increases your chances of success with the people in authority. Analyze your feelings. Get ready to charge ahead. Jupiter, the planet of growth, luck and opportunity, moves forward Tuesday. This is a great week to launch creative projects. Believe in your dreams.  You should receive the assistance you need. Mercury is in your sign, so just ask.

SCORPIO (Oct. 22-Nov. 21)

This is an excellent week to work on the goals you set on your last birthday. You can start working on your goals for the next year. Venus and Mercury will be visiting Libra, providing you with an opportunity to work behind the scenes. Monday is Columbus Day. Long weekend. Jupiter, the planet of growth, luck and opportunity, moves forward Tuesday. Here is where opportunity takes center stage. Mars provides you with the energy to share your knowledge. This is a nice time to travel. Your goals and private life are emphasized now. Lay the groundwork for future success. Get ready to strut your stuff later this month.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

For the next week, your goals and private life will take turns in the spotlight. You may meet with friends as well as professional groups. Venus and Mercury will move into Libra this week, giving you the opportunity to talk about your goals, hopes and wishes. It’s an excellent week to join an organization. Good relationships are heading your way, both business and personal. Jupiter, your ruling planet, moves direct Tuesday. Growth, luck and opportunity flow your way in the communication department. Mars sends energy through other people. You may notice a turn for the better this weekend.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 21-Jan. 20)

Play it cool for the next few days. Silence is better than spilling secrets this week. Mars and Saturn allow you to demonstrate your efficiency by sharing your higher knowledge. Monday is Columbus Day—a long weekend. This is a favorable time for career and personal matters. Venus and Mercury move to Libra this week. You have a gift of gab with the people in authority. Believe in yourself. Spend some time with your Libra friends. This is their birthday month. The sun brings a glow to your career department. Your peers notice your success.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19)

Venus and Mercury encourage you to share your higher knowledge. We know you are the genius, the unique sign of the zodiac. Mars sends a blast of energy to the daily work department. Many people will observe a long Columbus Day weekend. A few of you little air signs may decide to travel. Take time out to help a resident of sister air sign Libra celebrate a birthday. Should be lot of fun. Invite a Gemini, the third air sign. Lady Luck will be on your side. The red carpet is out as Jupiter in your sign moves forward Tuesday. Get ready for new opportunities.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

Creative ideas flow your way as Mars visits your sister water sign, Cancer, this week. Luck is with you. Show your creativity. Mercury, the sun and Venus are visiting Libra. Nice time to chat with your banker. Take a good look at joint resources. Jupiter, the planet of growth, luck and opportunity, moves forward Tuesday. You have the opportunity to work behind the scenes. Express yourself clearly. You don’t want miscommunication this weekend. The sun sends a glow to Jupiter. This widens your perspective.