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 18)

Good day to share your ideas with friends. Get ready for a fun, busy weekend. The moon is working with Mars, Pluto and the sun. The folks in Mexico and some areas of the U.S. will be celebrating Cinco de Mayo on Sunday, commemorating Mexico’s triumph over the French army at Puebla in 1862. Mars teams up with Pluto. Monday brings an opportunity to chat with the people in authority. The moon in your sign may bring an award or a bonus

TAURUS (April 19-May 19)

Happy birthday. You have much to celebrate this week. Keep to yourself on Monday. You could receive some unexpected news. Your energy is strong on Tuesday, courtesy of Mercury and Pluto. Share your knowledge. Talk about your philosophies. People will listen. Your relationships are upbeat. On Wednesday, the moon travels to your sign. Keep your words on the tender side Wednesday evening. Others may not agree.

GEMINI (May 20-June 20)

You are ruled by Mercury, and you love to communicate. Good for you. You have an opportunity to kick back and enjoy. It’s time to recharge your batteries with the folks in the business world. Work behind the scenes. Work on the goal you set a year ago to achieve by the birthday you have coming up later this month. Tuesday is a great time to meet with the people in the business world. Take advantage of an aspect between Mercury and Pluto, Mr. Power and Big Business.

CANCER (June 21-July 21)

Your social life picks up. It is time to get together with friends and family. On Saturday, it’s the Kentucky Derby in Louisville. Have a Derby party on the home front. Sunday is the Orthodox Easter and Cinco de Mayo. Go with the changes. Keep your feet planted on the floor. Talk about your ideas, hopes, wishes and goals. Your friends are there to help you if you need assistance. Chat with Taurus friends. Secrets could be revealed on Wednesday. Talk less, listen more.

LEO (July 22-August 21)

You love to party. Take your choice. The folks in Louisville are holding the Kentucky Derby on Saturday. Head for the track or party with the folks on the home front. Place your bets. The Eastern Orthodox Church marks Easter Sunday. The folks south of the border will celebrate Cinco de Mayo. Take care of business. With a full plate, this is not the time to add more responsibility. Meet your present obligations before you add more.

VIRGO (August 22- September 21)

You may decide to take a class or two with four planets in Taurus occupying your house of knowledge. Plant your feet on the floor. Travel for fun or business could land on your to-do list. We increase our knowledge through travel as well as books. Have fun this weekend. Cinco de Mayo comes up on Sunday. Back to work on Monday. On Tuesday, Pluto and Mercury provide time for self-expression.

LIBRA (September 22- October 22)

For the next few weeks, get ready to compromise. You are an air sign and Taurus is an earth sign, so we don’t want a dust storm. On Saturday it’s the Run for the Roses—the Kentucky Derby. Sunday brings the Eastern Orthodox Easter and Cinco de Mayo. Next week, you may feel a different kind of energy. On Monday and Tuesday, you may break a few patterns in taking care of others. Get your point across when dealing with your finances and joint resources.

SCORPIO (October 23- November 20)

You have plenty to dig into this week. If you have a feeling of insecurity, chill out and hold your ground. You are dealing with a little opposition. You have an opportunity to get rid of anything that is not working. Time for a change. Don’t worry if people do not share your views. Next Thursday the 9th brings a big change with the new moon, an eclipse and a planet changing signs, I will give you the details next week.

SAGITTARIUS (November 21- December 20)

Hang out with your Leo friends and party this week. Leo is the party sign of the zodiac. Spend time this week with your co-workers. I know you are popping with new ideas while several planets park in Taurus. No need to get sidetracked. The bulls are sometimes hard-headed. Saturday gives you an opportunity to have fun with the folks in Louisville. That’s the running of the Kentucky Derby. Remain focused when dealing with your daily work.

CAPRICORN (December 21-January 19)

Louisville is throwing a party this week leading up to the Kentucky Derby on Saturday. Sunday is Cinco de Mayo. On Monday, it’s back to business. You Capricorns are the workers of the zodiac. This week you will have an opportunity to step back and make a plan. You will be able to overcome any and all obstacles that get in your way. Claim your power. On Tuesday, Pluto teams up with Mercury, who provides you with the right words.

AQUARIUS (January 19-February 17)

Play it cool today. Do not believe everything you hear. If it sounds too good to be true, it usually is. People may not agree with your viewpoint. Saturday brings the Run for the Roses—the Kentucky Derby. On Sunday, Cinco de Mayo will be celebrated in Mexico and some areas of the U.S. Your energy level is high on Monday with the moon in Aries. Good news may suddenly flow your way on Tuesday. The window of opportunity for fun, love and luck is open.

PISCES (February 18-March 19)

Take your time when you speak. Repeat yourself if necessary. Do what it takes to get your point across. Relax while the moon is in your sign on Saturday. The Eastern Orthodox Church marks Easter on Sunday. Sunday also is Cinco de Mayo. On Monday, people may share your values. You may hear some good news. Good for you. Get out of your little pond on Tuesday. Discuss your ideas. Talk about your hopes, wishes and goals. You may be surprised by what others have to share