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)

This is the best time to initiate new projects—between a new moon and a full moon. Two planets change signs this week. On Monday, Mercury, the messenger of the gods, moves to Libra, putting your house of relationships, both business and personal, on center stage. On Wednesday, sweet Venus travels to Scorpio. Monday is not the day to take a gamble. Lady Luck may not be on your side when Mars, the red planet, squares off with Saturn. This is a hard aspect.

TAURUS (April 19-May 19)

The new moon today in Virgo could be a lucky one for you. Go ahead and take a gamble. The best time to launch a new project is between a new moon and a full moon, a two-week span. Play it cool on Monday when you deal with other folks—family members and business friends. Mars clashes with Saturn. This is not the day to make loans. On Monday, Mercury takes up residence in Libra. The energy changes on Wednesday when Venus visits Scorpio. This gives your relationship department a boost.

GEMINI (May 20-June 20)

Two planets move to new signs this week. Mercury, your ruling planet, travels to your sister air sign, Libra, on Monday. Your fun, love and luck department enters the spotlight. Monday is not a good day to get into a debate with co-workers. This is not a nice aspect when Mars and Saturn square off. On Wednesday, Venus starts a visit to Scorpio. You and co-workers could receive a little bonus during Venus’ visit. New moon today in Virgo. Write down your wishes and set your goal for the month.

CANCER (June 21-July 21)

I realize you are feeling anxious today. It is the new moon. You are ruled by the moon. Write down your wishes and set a goal for the month. The new moon allows you to detail and analyze and chat with siblings and folks in the neighborhood. Do not discuss your values or earned income when Mars and Saturn square off on Monday. Your home front will be in the spotlight. Family members want to communicate. On Wednesday, Venus lands in Scorpio. Lucky you. Now you can make a little wager.

LEO (July 22-Aug. 21)

Tuesday is your day to communicate. Mercury, the messenger, moves to your house of communication. See what you can dig up from family members. New moon may explain why you feel anxious. Go ahead and set your goal for the month. Do not forget your wish list. The new moon will affect your earned income department. Play it cool on Monday as Mars squares off with Saturn. Not a good day to discuss business with family members. Do not make any personal loans.

VIRGO (Aug. 22-Sept. 21)

New moon in your sign today. This could be a lucky new moon for you. On Monday, spend time by yourself. Mars, the red planet, squares off with Saturn. Not a good day to conduct business with the folks in the neighborhood. Focus on practical matters. Your energy level is high, thanks to the new moon. When Mercury, the messenger, travels to Libra on Tuesday, you will have an opportunity to talk about your earned income. Venus moves to Scorpio on Wednesday.

LIBRA (Sept. 22-Oct. 22)

New moon in Virgo today. This could explain why you are feeling antsy. You have an opportunity to work behind the scenes. Write down your wishes for the month and set a goal. Gather the information you need to move forward and detail and analyze it. On Monday, do not discuss your values or talk about your earned income with the folks in the financial world as Mars squares off with Saturn. Tuesday is a good day for you when Mercury moves to your sign. It is time to communicate. On Wednesday, Venus, your ruling planet, will visit Scorpio.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 20)

You water signs could be feeling a little antsy today. It’s the new moon. It is time to set your goal for the month. Do not forget your wish list. Chat with the folks in the business world. Play it cool on Monday when Mars in your career department squares off with Saturn. This is not the day to tick off those in authority. Keep your words on the tender side. On Tuesday, the less said the better. Work behind the scenes. Gather the facts and do not share your secrets when Mercury heads for Libra. Venus, the planet of love and money, will move into your sign on Wednesday.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 21-Dec. 20)

Your career is in the spotlight during the new moon in Virgo today. Write down your wishes and set your goal for the month. Play it cool on Monday. Keep your philosophies on hold Monday as Mars squares off with Saturn. On Tuesday, you can meet with business people from clubs or organizations. Share your new ideas. Talk about your goals. Discuss what you want to accomplish. On Wednesday, Venus travels to Scorpio. Secrets could be revealed. Good news could arrive this week.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 21-Jan. 19)

This is a good time to begin new projects, between the new and full moon. Set your goal for the month. Write down your wishes. On Monday, stay away from the folks in the financial world. This is not the day to conduct business. Saturn, your ruling planet, squares off with Mars. On Tuesday, chat with the folks in authority. The bosses are eager to talk when Mercury, the messenger, takes up residence in Libra in your career department. On Wednesday, you can share your new ideas.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 19-Feb. 17)

Today brings a new moon in Virgo. You may want to talk with the people in the financial world. Take a look at your finances. Set a goal for the month and write down your wishes. The best time to begin a new project is between the new moon and full moon. On Monday, your relationships will be red hot when Mars locks horns with Saturn. The window opens when Mercury moves to Libra on Tuesday. Discuss your philosophies. Talk about travel or taking a class. Acquire a little knowledge.

PISCES (Feb. 18-March 19)

Your relationships, both business and personal, are in the spotlight. Good for you. Set your goal for the month and write down your wishes. On Monday, play it cool with co-workers. It’s the wrong time to share knowledge. Some people will not agree with you as Mars and Saturn clash. No need for a steamy situation with your colleagues in the work force. Put a smile on your face on Tuesday and go out and meet with people in the financial world. Venus enters peaceful Libra on Wednesday. You may decide to seek out a little knowledge from the folks in the financial world.