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 e-mail.

ARIES (March 20-April 20)

Play it cool today. Pluto squares off with sweet Venus. Not a good day to chat with the folks in authority. On Friday, your team starts a winning streak that will last several months. Mars, your ruling planet, takes up residence in your brother fire sign, Leo. As  a result of retrogrades this year and next, the red planet will remain in Leo until June 8, 2010. Mars is the planet of action and energy. He will be occupying your house of fun, love and luck. Show your creativity. Enjoy your friends. A new moon occurs in Libra this weekend. This is the best time to make your wish and set a goal for the next month.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

With Jupiter now out of retrograde and moving direct, it is time to polish your image. People in authority will take notice. Your co-workers are friendly. Mars moves to Leo on Friday. Expect action on the home front for the next several months. You might find a little extra energy for do-it-yourself projects around the barnyard. Tuesday is your day to talk with people in authority. Share a few of your ideas with the boss. Chat with co-workers. The new moon Sunday in Libra provides the best opportunity to make your wish for the next month and set a goal.

GEMINI (May 20-June 20)

A new moon appears in Libra on Sunday. Your fellow air sign. Lady Luck smiles. Share your higher knowledge. The new moon is the best time to set a goal for the month and write down a few wishes. Mars, the planet of action and energy, takes up residence in Leo. We know you love to chat. So do I. My moon is in Gemini. We have several months to enjoy the red planet in Leo—until next June. Your communication department takes center stage. Mars brings the action and energy to strut your stuff. Wednesday is a great day for relationships. Have fun.

CANCER (June 20-July 22)

If you feel a little emotional, chill out. New moon coming up in Libra. Set your goal for the month. Write down your wishes—something you would like to accomplish within the next month. This new moon brings harmony to your sand castle. All is well with the folks on the home front. Mars, the planet of action and energy, moves to Leo on Friday. The red planet brings action and energy to your house of earned income and values. Discuss your dreams with someone. Talk about your hopes, wishes and goals. Venus promises moments of delight on the home front. The sun in Libra provides  a glow of sunshine from family members.

LEO (July 22-Aug. 22)

Venus in Libra brings a happy time. A new moon pops up Sunday. Write down your wishes and set a goal for the month. Exciting news. Mars moves to your sign Friday. Mars is the planet of action and energy. He will give you plenty of time to accomplish your goals. Take your time and get the job done right. This is your week to communicate. Visit with the folks in your neighborhood. Your Libra friends finish up their month of birthdays. Enjoy a party. Saturn teaches lessons and encourages you to get organized. Busy times are ahead for you.

VIRGO (Aug. 22-Sept. 22)

Mars enters Leo on Friday and will reside there until early June 2010. This is an unusual aspect. Use his energy wisely. This is an excellent time to work behind the scenes. Saturn, during his two-and-a-half-year stay in your sign, has taught you to get grounded and down to earth. I know you have become organized and learned a lesson or two during this visit. Mars moves to your sign in June 2010 once he leaves Leo. New moon in Libra this week takes center stage in your house of earned income. Your co-workers are friendly. Write down your wishes for the next month and set a goal—something you want to achieve within the next month.

LIBRA (Sept. 22-Oct. 22)

Happy birthday. You are host to four planets this week. The new moon is in your sign. Write down your wishes and set your goal for the month. You can also make your wishes and set your goals for the next year. This is your time to socialize. Get out and enjoy yourself this week. The sun shines brightly. People notice your beauty. Mercury gives you the gift of gab. Venus, your ruling planet, adds love and money. Mars is in Leo, where he will remain until June 2010. He provides the energy to focus on your goals. The new moon gets a wink from Neptune. Neptune encourages to believe in your dreams. Talk to someone about your hopes, wishes and goals.

SCORPIO (Oct. 22-Nov. 21)

Step back and observe as your goals and private life take center stage. Work behind the scenes this week. See what you can uncover as you lay the groundwork for future success. New moon in Libra this week. Set your goal for the month and make a wish list. Mars moves to Leo on Friday. Mars is the planet of action and energy. This visit by Mars is in your career department. Use this energy wisely. The folks in authority will take notice. Keep your words soft and tender Sunday and Monday. The moon will be in your sign.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

The sun shines brightly in the social sector of your chart. You can be as active as you like with friends and professional groups. The new moon in Libra on Sunday encourages you to discuss your hopes, wishes and goals. You have the urge to make a positive change. Reach for your dreams. Mars visits Leo on Friday. He will reside there until June 2010. Mars expands your beliefs. Share your higher knowledge. While Mars visits Leo, you have the opportunity to get published.  Gain more knowledge. Travel. You are the traveler of the zodiac, and we learn through travel as well as books.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 21-Jan. 20)

A new moon falls in your house of career. Chill out. It’s time to write down your wishes for the month and set a goal. I know this new moon re-emphasizes your need to get ahead. Remain focused. We know you are the worker of the zodiac. Mars, the planet of action and energy, takes up residence in Leo for the next eight months, an unusually long visit. The red planet usually hangs around in a sign for a couple of months. Here, my friend, is where you pay attention to joint resources and taxes. Mercury, the messenger, is in touch with Jupiter on Tuesday. You have an opportunity to talk about your values and earned income with the people in charge.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19)

Express yourself clearly. Mars moves to Leo on Friday and will remain in the house of relationships until June 2010. Mars is energy and action. This is huge, Mr. Genius. Mars usually remains in a sign two months, not eight. The new moon in Libra increases your opportunities for travel as well as advanced education. Write down your wishes for the next month and set a goal. You could hear some good news Tuesday. Information flows smoothly when Mercury makes a good aspect with Jupiter. Mercury is the communication director, and Jupiter brings opportunity. Mercury provides bright ideas and helps you stimulate conversation with clever remarks. No problems getting your point across.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

If you feel a little antsy, chill out. It’s the new moon in Libra. Nothing to weigh this week. The sun and Neptune put a glow on your relationship department. People notice your gentle touch. Remember, what you give, you get back. Listen to the ideas of other people. Mercury, the messenger, hooks up with Jupiter, Mr. Opportunity. This may allow you to be a convincing speaker. Talk about your goals, hopes and wishes as you write down your wishes for the month. Mars journeys into Leo, who occupies your house of daily work. The red planet will remain there for eight months. Your daily work takes center stage.