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)

Work on the goal you set last week. Share your wishes with other people. Major changes coming up starting Friday. Uranus, the planet of surprises, where things happen suddenly, retrogrades back to Pisces. Uranus will reside there until March 13, 2011, then will return to Aries to remain until March 11, 2019. Uranus is an outer planet. It requires 84 years to circle the zodiac. Chill out if you feel a little off balance. Your confidence takes center stage Tuesday. You want more freedom. Go for it.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

Take a little time to think before you charge forward. Uranus, the planet of surprises where events occur suddenly, moves back to Pisces on Friday. You may revisit a goal you thought no longer mattered to you. Share your ideas with the folks in the business world. Mercury, the messenger of the gods, goes retrograde Aug. 20. This will bring an opportunity to look back and correct any mistakes you have made in the past three months. The sun shines bright on the home front.

GEMINI (May 20-June 20)

Pay attention. Some of the changes you thought had been finalized may resurface within the next few days. Uranus, the planet of surprise and sudden change, returns to Pisces on Friday. It will move back to Aries on March 11, 2011. Your career department is on the spotlight. The moon joins Venus, Saturn and Mars in Libra, your space of creativity, for the next few days. Lady Luck arrives. Take some time off for fun. The sun shines bright on your communication department. Mercury goes retrograde Aug. 20.

CANCER (June 20-July 22)

Chill out. You do not have to reach a final decision on your career. I know you may feel a pull between a more exciting professional life and the need for safety and security. Mercury goes retrograde Aug. 20. Put the final touches on contracts and new projects this week. On Friday the 13th, Uranus, the planet of surprise and sudden change, moves back to Pisces, where he will reside until March 11, 2011. Share your knowledge. Spend time with your Leo friends. This is the last full week of their birthday month. Join the party. Take a little time off for fun this week. Spend some time around the home front this weekend.

LEO (July 22-Aug. 22)

Happy birthday. Enjoy the last full week of your birthday celebrations. Uranus, the planet of surprise where events occur suddenly, travels back to Pisces. A financial surprise could flow your way. Uranus will remain in Pisces until March 11, 2011. Mercury goes retrograde on the 20th. Should you need to sign a contract, do it this week. Saturday is a great day to communicate. The moon joins Saturn, Venus and Mars in Libra. Jupiter visits Aries. Share your knowledge. On Thursday, take time off for fun.

VIRGO (Aug. 22-Sept. 22)

Time to finish the goal you set last year. This is the last full week for your Leo friends to celebrate their birthdays. People listen to what you have to say. Mercury goes retrograde next week. Uranus, the planet of surprise and sudden change, travels back to Pisces. On Friday, your relationship department will take center stage until March 11, 2011. You will have the opportunity to work on all your relationships, both business and personal. Great time to let go of relationships that are not working.

LIBRA (Sept. 22-Oct. 22)

Your self-confidence and energy take center stage. Yes indeed, Mars remains in your sign until Sept. 13. This could be a busy time for you. You have an opportunity to impress people with your enthusiasm. The red planet is action and energy. As the sun visits Leo, your goals and friendships are in the spotlight. Uranus, the planet of surprise where things occur suddenly, moves back to Pisces. You may notice a few changes in your daily work department. Uranus remains in Pisces until March 11, 2011. On Tuesday, a friend or partner offers encouragement.

SCORPIO (Oct. 22-Nov. 21)

Your Leo friends are winding up a month of birthdays. This is the last full week of the sun’s visit in your career department. Mercury goes retrograde on the 20th. This is the week to launch projects you have been working on behind the scenes. Uranus, the planet of surprise, moves back to Pisces, where he will remain until March 11, 2011. Expect the unexpected in the house of fun, luck, love and creativity. Play it cool around edgy folks this week if you want to keep the peace. Mercury in Virgo means detail and analyze to assess priorities. It may increase your social commitments.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Your beliefs and education are in the spotlight while the sun visits your fellow fire sign, Leo. Your career takes center stage while Saturn, Venus and Mars visit Libra, joined by the moon for the next few days. Career opportunity could flow your way. Mercury, the messenger, goes retrograde on the 20th. On Friday, Uranus, the planet of surprise, moves back to Pisces until March 11, 2011. During this period, unexpected events could affect your home. This could be a move.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 21-Jan. 20)

You can now make strides at work through positive social connections. Mercury takes center stage in Virgo. Mercury goes retrograde next week. If you have to sign contracts, do it this week. Maintain your optimistic attitude even if someone gives you a little grief. Uranus, the planet of the unexpected, moves back to Pisces. This could affect your communication department. Make travel plans. Pay attention to earned income and your career. Saturn, your ruling planet, takes up residence in your house of career. All is good.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19)

It is time to reconsider a few of your financial decisions. Uranus moves back to Pisces on Friday. You are ruled by Uranus, the planet of sudden change. Uranus will remain in Pisces until March 11, 2011. This is not the time to take risks. Yes indeed, stay clear of risky investments. Balance your ideas. No need to spin your wheels. Share your goals, hopes and wishes with groups, clubs or organizations. The relationship department of your chart takes the spotlight while the sun visits Leo. Mercury goes retrograde on the 20th.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

Major planet Uranus travels back to your sign. Uranus will take up residence with you until March 11, 2011. During this period, unexpected events can affect you. Uranus offers you another chance to shake off the past and invite the new you to appear. Invent an exciting new version of yourself. Mercury goes retrograde next week. Expect a few delays. The sun shines bright on your daily work department. Join up with your Leo friends. This is the last full week of their birthday month. Share a few of your dreams, hopes and wishes. Keep an eye on your money. Extra money could flow in this week.