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 email.

ARIES (March 20-April 18)

Happy Fourth of July. We celebrate Independence Day today with flags, martial music, parades and parties. You could receive unexpected news on Friday. Talk less while the moon visits your sign. Your neighbors or siblings may share a secret with you. New moon Monday in Cancer. Write down your wishes and set your goal for the month. Family members and others around the home front may appear a little anxious. The new moon will affect your home and family. Expect the unexpected on Wednesday when the moon hooks up with Uranus.

TAURUS (April 19-May 19)

This is the Fourth of July. Enjoy a parade. Join your family and friends for a cookout. Watch the fireworks. We have much to be thankful for. Sunday is a good day to have fun around the home front. When the moon works with Uranus, the planet of the unexpected, and Venus, have fun. If you feel a little antsy on Monday, it’s a new moon in Cancer. Write down your wishes and set your goal for the month. You need a plan to reach your goal.

GEMINI (May 20-June 20)

This is a good day to get organized. Jupiter, the planet of growth, luck and expansion, opens the window of opportunity. With Mercury retrograde and communication confused, work on your plans behind the scenes. New moon in Cancer on Monday. Write down your wishes for the month,. Set your goal. This is an excellent time to get your finances in order,. Make a plan to pay off your credit cards and other debts. Avoid talks with folks in the financial world while Mercury is retrograde. miscommunication could cause a little confusion. Take a break. Today is the Fourth of July. Celebrate with family and friends. Wave the flag. Enjoy the fireworks.

CANCER (June 21-July 21)

You have much to celebrate. Today is Independence Enjoy a parade. Wave the flag. Watch the fireworks. New moon on Monday. You probably feel anxious. You are ruled by the moon. This is a positive new moon for you. Write down your wishes for the month and set a goal. Mercury, the messenger of the gods, is retrograde. Watch out for mixed-up communications. Remain focused. You don’t want to get sloppy. Cover your own needs while you deal with the issues. Take care of yourself. Focus on long-term goals. You must overcome a fear of being misunderstood.

LEO (July 22-Aug. 21)

Time for Fourth of July festivities. You are the party sign of the zodiac. Show the red, white and blue. Watch the fireworks. Monday brings a new moon in Cancer. Write down your wishes and set a goal for the month. If the new moon makes you feel edgy, chill out. Your instincts are sharp. Go with your feelings. You love to connect with whatever feels good. Trust your intuition. Mercury is retrograde so expect delays. Intercommunication is the name of the game while Mercury is retrograde. The new moon Monday brings a great time to party with your Cancer friends as they celebrate a month of birthdays. The sun and the moon are in your sign

VIRGO (Aug. 22-Sept. 21)

Today is the Fourth of July. Wave the flag and watch a parade. Enjoy the fireworks. This is not a good day for business or to make travel plans. The moon squares off with foggy Neptune. On Friday, reveal a few secrets and new ideas to the folks in authority. You may be surprised by their reaction. Good for you. New moon Monday. Write down your wishes for the month. Set a goal. Join a group, club or organization. Professional folks could help you achieve your goals. Trust your instincts.

LIBRA (Sept. 22-Oct. 22)

Celebrate Independence Day today. Have fun. Many opportunities could flow your way this month. Take advantage while the window of opportunity is open. You have a chance to increase your income. New moon Monday in Cancer. Take action. Set a goal for the month. Write down your wishes. Great time to discuss your wishes and goals with the people in authority. Time for change. Mars, the planet of action and energy, spices up your social life. Share your knowledge. On Tuesday, you can chat with the people in your house of career.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 20)

With Venus in Leo, you have an opportunity to party today. Celebrate the Fourth of July today with family and friends. Watch a parade. Take in a fireworks display. Show Old Glory. Crank up the grill. On Saturday, chat with the folks in the financial world as the moon hooks up with Mars and Jupiter. Discuss finances. If you feel anxiety on Monday, chill out. It’s a full moon in Cancer, like you a water signs. New and full moons tend to make you water signs edgy. This is a powerful new moon.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 21-Dec. 20)

Celebrate Independence Day with your Leo friends today. Leos know how to celebrate. Watch the fireworks. Have a hot dog and a slice of good old American pie. On Friday, your relationship department will be on center stage. On Monday, it’s a new moon in Cancer, putting your finances in the spotlight. Write down your wishes and set a goal for the month. On Tuesday, retrograde Mercury gets together with the sun. Listen to others. You may get another chance to take care of financial needs. Keep your words on the tender side when dealing with partnership issues.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 21-Jan. 19)

Get off your mountain today and celebrate the Fourth of July. Time for fireworks and a parade. You are the worker of the zodiac, but you should take a day to kick back and have fun. This is not a good day to take care of business. Do not discuss your goals. If you feel a little antsy over the weekend, chill out. You are reacting to the new moon coming up Monday. This new moon in Cancer, which is ruled by the moon, could be powerful. Write down your wishes. Set your goal for the month. The spotlight is on your house of relationships, both business and personal. Chat with professional friends on Tuesday. Listen to them.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 19-Feb. 17)

Wave the flag today. It’s Independence Day. Spend it with family and friends. Watch a parade. Enjoy he fireworks. Venus’ visit to your relationship department puts the spotlight on your business and personal friends. Time for a little social activity. A powerful new moon will occur in Cancer, the sign the moon rules. Your daily work is on center stage. Set your goal for the month and write down your wishes. Put your career goals at the top of the list. You could reach a goal this month. Listen to what co-workers have to say. Tuesday brings an opportunity to communicate as Mercury and the sun collaborate.

PISCES (Feb. 18-March 19)

Time for a little fun today. Watch a Fourth of July parade. Wave the flag. See the fireworks and pig out on all-American food. You may be a little anxious on Saturday. You are feeling Monday’s new moon in Cancer, your fellow water sign. This could be a powerful new moon. Write down your wishes and set a goal for the month. This week could bring you a little luck, thanks to the new moon and Jupiter, the planet of growth, luck and opportunity, in Cancer. Take a gamble. Call the shots.