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)

If you have something to say today, go ahead and say it. Your creativity impresses the people around you. Mercury, the messenger, sends a wink to Jupiter today, providing an opportunity to share your dreams. The moon is in your relationship department. Saturday brings a new moon in Scorpio. Notice what you dig up in the financial world. Set a goal for the next month and do not forget your wish list. Many people will set their clocks back Sunday. Neptune moves direct Sunday. Sweet dreams.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

When Mercury and Jupiter team up today, you can package facts and share your hopes and goals. Do so with enthusiasm. You can make a convincing case. Now you need to listen and exchange ideas. A new moon occurs in Scorpio on Saturday. Your relationship department takes center stage. On Sunday, most people on the mainland will set their clocks back. Venus will retrograde back to Libra this week. Libra is the sign that holds the scales of justice. Here is where you may need to give a little.

GEMINI (May 20-June 20)

When Mercury hooks up with Jupiter today, opportunity flows in. Your career will be in the spotlight. You now have a chance to improve what you already have. You will find you can accomplish more than you think. Remove emotions and distractions. Concentrate on what you need and want. Scorpio will host a new moon Saturday. Make your wish list and set a goal for the month. Uranus could send you unexpected career opportunities. Venus retrograde replenishes your pool of creativity.

CANCER (June 20-July 22)

I know you may feel a little anxious. It’s the new moon coming up Saturday in Scorpio. This new moon should help you get past your fears. Go for what you want in life. Luck, fun and love enter your life. Jupiter, the planet of opportunity growth and luck, works with Mercury, the messenger, today. This should broaden your mind. Mercury helps you enrich your speech and add a dash of intuition and insight. You learn more easily and get your thoughts across to others. Venus retrogrades back to Libra. Enjoy the folks on the home front. Do not forget your wish list for the month. Set a goal. Sing happy birthday to a Scorpio.

LEO (July 22-Aug. 22)

When Mercury hooks up with Jupiter today, good news could flow in. A new moon occurs Saturday in Scorpio. Set a goal for the next month and draw up your wish list. Now, the moon in the fourth house can bring in family issues. It’s time to let go of the past. Neptune goes direct on Sunday. Reach for your dreams. Venus retrogrades back to Libra. Revamp your communication in the relationship department. Mercury travels to Sagittarius on Monday. It’s a great time to show people how creative you are.

VIRGO (Aug. 22-Sept. 22)

Mercury, your ruling planet, and Jupiter, the planet of opportunity, join forces. You have an opportunity to turn a loss into a gain. New moon in Scorpio on Saturday allows you to make a wish for the next month and set a goal. With the sun, Venus and Mercury in Scorpio along with the new moon, someone could share a private story. Scorpio, the detective, could dig into that. Venus, the planet of love and money, retrogrades back into Libra. Re-examine resources in your house of money.

LIBRA (Sept. 22-Oct. 22)

TPay attention. It is time to listen. What you learn by talking with others could help you make more money. Jupiter in your space of employment and Mercury in the earned income department could bring good news about your work. The new moon in Scorpio on Sunday could intensify your concentration. Now, this should enable to follow through on your intuition. Nice surprises could flow your way. Saturn in your sign provides rewards for hard work. Venus retrogrades back to your sign. This could supply confidence.

SCORPIO (Oct. 22-Nov. 21)

Happy birthday. You could receive a lucky break today, thanks to Jupiter and Mercury. The new moon in your sign Saturday could add a spark to your self-confidence. Your awareness takes center stage. If it feels good, wear it. This should teach you how to manage your own energy. Venus retrograde could delay new connections. You may need to untangle some of your old connections. Venus moves back to Libra, its home base, Sunday. Here is where you recognize that changes involving other people may not put you fully in control. Go ahead with new moves.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Go with your instincts for the next few days. Mercury winks at Jupiter, your ruling planet. Do not be surprised if good news arrives on the home front. A new moon occurs Saturday in Scorpio. Keep your secrets to yourself. Venus travels back to Libra on Sunday. This provides an opportunity to mend any broken bonds with friends. Join Scorpio friends for a birthday party. On Monday, Mercury , the messenger, joins up with Mars in your sign. This should bring action and energy as you talk to people.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 21-Jan. 20)

The new moon in Scorpio on Saturday may be the reason you feel a little antsy. Your house of friends, hopes and wishes takes center stage. Should your friends ask for more than you can give, be honest and just stay no. Expect changes this month as planets move from retrograde to direct and change signs. Career opportunities could flow in when Venus moves back to Libra on Sunday. Pay attention. Mercury, the messenger, moves on to Sagittarius on Monday. Secrets could be revealed.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19)

Chill out. The new moon coming up Saturday in Scorpio may have you feeling antsy. Focus on how you convey your feelings today as Mercury teams up with Jupiter. Good for you. Mercury brings communication and Jupiter provides opportunity. This gives you a chance to communicate with the folks in authority. The new moon Saturday in Scorpio, in your career house, could bring more responsibility. It’s time to plan for your career growth. Make your wish list for the next month and set a goal.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

A new moon occurs Saturday in your fellow water sign Scorpio. Chill out. It’s time to welcome new experiences. Sometimes you need to venture out of your little pond. The new moon in Scorpio occurs in your higher knowledge department. It is time for truth, travel and higher education as you broaden your horizons. Mercury works with Jupiter to provide an opportunity to communicate. Mercury allows you to put your feelings into words. On Monday, Mercury travels to Sagittarius, in your career department. This should bring a glow to your thinking. Teach, or at least share, something you truly believe in.