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)

Mars, the planet of action and energy, travels to Libra in your house of relationships. I realize you may feel that you lose some of your freedom while you take responsibility for others. Chill out. Hook up with some Leo friends. They are celebrating birthdays this month. On Friday, talk with the people in your daily work department while Pluto takes up residence in your house of career. On Saturday, you may find restrictions in the relationship department. Tuesday is not the day to share your business knowledge. On Wednesday, Mars goes up against Pluto and Jupiter. Be careful that you do not overreact.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

It’s time to re-examine long-term goals. On Friday, Venus, your ruling planet, sends a kiss to Pluto. Take a gamble. Remember, it takes only one ticket to win the jackpot. Get creative this week. Share your knowledge. On Saturday, play it cool with the folks in your daily work department. Co-workers have their own agenda. Spend time with your Leo friends. This is their birthday month. On Wednesday, someone may confide in you. A secret could be revealed. Do not share all your knowledge. Just listen.

GEMINI (May 20-June 20)

Mars enters Libra today. Time to enjoy sporting activities. The red planet sends energy to the luck department of your chart. Do not make any hasty decisions should a friend offer advice about money. On Friday, chat with the folks in the financial world when Venus works with Pluto. Look at your joint resources. Do not take risks. Jupiter in your space of dreams and wishes squares off with Pluto on Tuesday. Play it cool. You may be tempted to do whatever it takes to reach your goal. This is not a good idea.

CANCER (June 20-July 22)

Mars, the planet of action and energy, enters Libra today. Play it cool this week. The red planet will give you the determination to tackle a project around the home. Saturn may slow you down a bit on Saturday. He will help you get grounded and teach you the discipline to ensure long-term success. Mars in Libra fills your head with unique ideas. Add a little balance before you make any major changes. When Jupiter squares off with Pluto on Tuesday, it can set the stage for intense negotiations and power struggles. Chill out with Leo friends.

LEO (July 22-Aug. 22)

While Saturn visits Libra, you can reconsider the ways you deal with others on both business and personal levels. Saturn is in your space of communication. Fun takes center stage this month while the sun is in your sign. Happy birthday. Mars enters Libra today. Enjoy the local social scene. Play it cool on Saturday when the red planet and Saturn meet. No need for any power struggles. On Tuesday and Wednesday, you may be dealing with a few frustrations. Be patient. Work on your goals for the next year. Write down your wishes. Enjoy your birthday month.

VIRGO (Aug. 22-Sept. 22)

During the next three weeks, while the sun is in Leo, review all you have accomplished in the past year. Give yourself credit for even the smallest victories. Mars, the planet of action and energy, has taken up residence in your house of resources. Seek new ways to earn money. Get ready to take a stand on unexpected issues when Saturn and Uranus line up in opposition. Gain control of any business situation. Take a look at joint resources. Keep your cool on Tuesday and Wednesday when Mars squares off with Pluto. This is not a good time to take risks.

LIBRA (Sept. 22-Oct. 22)

Mars enters your sign today, until September 14. Mars is the planet of action and energy. Your self-confidence is high. Show off your abilities. Venus, your ruling planet, sends a kiss to Pluto. Share a few secrets and chat with family members. On Friday, expect the unexpected in business. Uranus squares off with Mars on Friday evening. On Tuesday and Wednesday, be willing to try something new. The sun shines bright in Leo. Talk about your goals, hopes and wishes. Put your new ideas into action.

SCORPIO (Oct. 22-Nov. 21)

Mars, the planet of action and energy, travels to Libra. You will have some peace and quiet while you sort things out. You could hear from someone from your past. Get ready to make important decisions. Work alone. Set the groundwork for jobs you want to do in the future. Let other people take the spotlight for a while. Mercury is visiting Virgo. It’s time to detail and analyze. Assess your priorities. Schedule important meetings before Mercury goes retrograde in August.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Pursue your goals. Mars brings action and energy. Mars in air sign Libra provides oxygen to keep your fire sign glowing. Mercury, the messenger, is in Virgo. You have an opportunity to detail and analyze your career goals. Your beliefs are in the spotlight for the next few weeks as the sun visits Leo. Mercury in Virgo may enhance business communication. Make use of this alignment before August 20, when Mercury goes retrograde. Friday is a grand day to talk with the folks in your career department. Discuss your earned income. Pluto, Mr. Power and Big Business, teams up with Venus in your career department.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 21-Jan. 20)

It’s time to take charge. The sun in Leo could connect you with strong and confident individuals. Mars, the planet of action and energy, is in your house of career until September 14. Beware of anger when Mars and Saturn, your ruling planet, get together this week. Use this energy to create a new path instead if rebelling against a role you may no longer play. Pass on a few of your ideas. Pluto, Mr. Power and Big Business, winks at Venus. Share your business knowledge.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19)

Relationships are emphasized during the next few weeks. Both business and personal relationships. Join the fun. Celebrate with your Leo friends. Mars travels to Libra today. Time to take a break. Mars brings action and energy for long-distance travel. Share your knowledge. We learn through travel as well as books. Mercury gives a boost to your joint resources department. Chat with the folks in the business world. Share your unique ideas. Don’t tell all your secrets.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

Relationships are emphasized during the next few weeks. Both business and personal relationships. Join the fun. Celebrate with your Leo friends. Mars travels to Libra today. Time to take a break. Mars brings action and energy for long-distance travel. Share your knowledge. We learn through travel as well as books. Mercury gives a boost to your joint resources department. Chat with the folks in the business world. Share your unique ideas. Don’t tell all your secrets.