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)

When Saturn is retrograde in your house of daily work, you should not take on new obligations. Just do the work and meet your deadlines. Sweet Venus leads you to focus on enjoying activities in your area. New career opportunities arise for some of you. Your adviser gives sound advice. As the week winds down, you are determined to increase your earned income. It’s time to travel. Saturday, May Day, brings the Kentucky Derby, and Cinco de Mayo will trigger celebrations in a number of places in North America on Wednesday. On Tuesday, the sun squares off with Mars. That’s not a good day to make a bet or ask for a raise. Wait until next week. Join a birthday party with your Taurus friends.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

Happy birthday. Do not forget to make a wish list for the next year and write down your goals. On Saturday, it’s off to the races. Share your dreams with a female on Sunday, when the moon hooks up with Mercury, the messenger. Monday is the day for business meetings, or you may decide to take a class. Higher education could be on your agenda. Good news could arrive suddenly Tuesday. Wednesday is Cinco de Mayo. Enjoy a party. When the moon visits Aquarius, show people how unique you are. The people in authority will take notice.

GEMINI (May 20-June 20)

With the sun and Mercury in Taurus, you can work behind the scenes. Keep your secrets to yourself. Pluto, Mr. Power and Big Business, says it could be time to travel. Your Taurus friends are throwing birthday parties this week. With Venus in your sign, you have the opportunity to beautify the home front. Tell someone about your unique ideas. You have the gift of gab. Monday and Tuesday are great days to chat with the folks in the financial world. Wait until later this month to sign contracts or launch new projects.

CANCER (June 20-July 22)

This is an excellent day to share your creative ideas with coworkers. Play it cool while Mercury is retrograde. Do not tell all your secrets. Expect delays in your travel plans while Mercury is retrograde. Saturn provides an opportunity to work on your communication skills. Take advantage. Balance your time. You need time out for yourself to pursue your goals. Wednesday is Cinco de Mayo. Join the celebration. Check out your relationships. Let go of what is not working. You could hear from old friends this week. Surprises could flow your way.

LEO (July 22-Aug. 22)

You are the party sign of the zodiac, and this is a party week. Take your pick. On Saturday, the folks in Kentucky are presenting the Run for the Roses. Wednesday is Cinco de Mayo. The residents of Taurus are celebrating birthdays. Remember, Mercury, the messenger of the gods, is retrograde. Expect delays. You could run into some miscommunication. With the moon in Scorpio, some people may feel anxious for the next few days. The moon travels to Sag on Friday. The travelers there are ready to take off. Mercury sends a wink to Pluto on Monday. Take time out for a talk with the people in authority. It’s good. Your career takes center stage. Time to talk about your daily work.

VIRGO (Aug. 22-Sept. 22)

With the sun in Taurus, your education and beliefs are especially important. You are diplomatic and thoughtful. You know how to detail and analyze. With Venus in Taurus, the bosses are noticing how you treat your peers. Good for you. Mercury is retrograde. You may experience delays and miscommunication. Pluto in Capricorn gives you a chance for a little fun. Run around the playground. Bring out your inner child. On Saturday, the folks in Kentucky are holding the Run for the Roses. Wednesday is Cinco de Mayo. Join up with your Taurus friends. It’s their birthday month. Saturn is teaching you to keep an eye on your earned income.

LIBRA (Sept. 22-Oct. 22)

With three planets retrograde, you can expect delays. For the next few weeks you can focus on joint accounts. It’s time to talk with the banker and the people in the financial world. Be clear when speaking or putting anything in writing. Mercury will resume his forward motion May 11. The moon in Sagittarius could bring an opportunity for travel. On Monday, Mercury winks at Pluto. The folks on the home front are chatty. Go ahead and balance the scales with family members. Wednesday is not a good day for business. Chill out. Spend time with your Taurus friends. It’s their birthday month. Find a party.

SCORPIO (Oct. 22-Nov. 21)

With the sun and Mercury in Taurus, it is time to bring more stability to your relationship department. Get your professional life organized. Wait until next week to initiate any new projects. You will experience delays while three planets are retrograde. Time to join the folks in Kentucky on Saturday for the Run for the Roses. Sunday brings sweet dreams when the moon hangs out with Neptune, the dreamer of the zodiac. Share a bit of your knowledge. A short trip could be on your agenda. The sun shines on your relationship department.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Your are the traveler of the zodiac, but you may experience delays with three planets retrograde. Some of you may decide to join the folks in Kentucky for the Run for the Roses on Saturday. With the sun in Taurus you may find yourself using more energy on day-to-day events at work. You are focused on financial goals. Use your energy wisely. Do not forget your Taurus friends as they observe a month of birthdays. You could hear from someone from your past in the next two weeks while Mercury is retrograde.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 21-Jan. 20)

While Venus visits Gemini, the vocal one of the zodiac, you have an opportunity for congenial interaction with your colleagues. Good for you. Saturday is Derby Day in Kentucky, my friend. Make a little wager. The sun brings a smile from Lady Luck. If you decide to travel this week, be prepared for delays. Three planets are retrograde. Wait until after May 11 to begin any new projects. Mercury, the messenger, allows you to share a few of your creative ideas. Mercury hooks up with Pluto on Monday. Time to talk business.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19)

Show a few of your special skills. We know you are the unique one of the zodiac. This is not a good time to begin new projects with three planets retrograde. Put the final touches on projects that are already under way. Take a look at your finances. Wait until after May 11 to make any major purchases. Join the party Saturday when the folks in Kentucky hold the Kentucky Derby. On Monday, family members want to hear your secrets. It is time to talk business. On Tuesday, play it cool in the relationship department. The sun squares off with Mars. This will affect business and personal relationships. Your Taurus friends want to party.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

Venus visits the home front. You may want to spend more time around the house. OK, so you may want to redecorate, entertain or just hang out in your little pond. Check in on the TV on Saturday. The folks in Kentucky are running the Kentucky Derby. Play it cool as the week moves forward. With three planets retrograde, you could run into delays. Don’t make any major purchases until after May 11. No need to rush. If you are racing around on Tuesday, you may have to double back. You could forget something. Take your time. Be efficient. Join a Taurus friend for a happy birthday party.