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 19)

Expect to hear from family members this week. Yes indeed, Mercury, the messenger of the gods, moves to Cancer. This brings a bundle of messages to the home front. Chill out a bit. Lady Luck arrives when sweet Venus, the planet of love and money, takes up residence in fellow fire sign Leo. Now, my friend, this is the time to party. Love, luck and fun are all on your agenda. On Monday, keep your ears open. Yes indeed, my friend, a surprise message arrives. Get ready to chat with the other little rams in your house of daily work. All flows smoothly. Keep your words soft and tender today. Avoid arguments. Get a how-to book. Here is where you go to solve problems beyond your skills.

TAURUS (April 19-May 20)

Venus, your ruling planet, moves to Leo this week, little bull. You get a glow to the home front. Your family smiles. Discuss your creative ideas with someone. Perk up your social life a bit. Sharpen your communication skills while Mercury visits Cancer. Friends could share good news with you this week. Your siblings and neighbors are chatty this week. Now, little bull, focus when others are chatting this week. Your financial picture looks brighter. Remember, my friend, patience is a virtue. Surprises come your way on Monday. Smile, little bull; this is good. Two planets change signs this week. Could bring a change. Love flows your way.

GEMINI (May 20-June 20)

I know you love to chat, but think before you speak, little twin. Venus moves to your communication department, and this should make you smile. Mars sends the energy to make home improvements. Some of you folks may decide to move. On Monday, the sun gets a kiss from Uranus. Someone in authority may have a surprise for you. Yes indeed, my friend, this aspect is all about career and your earned income. You could get a bonus or a raise of some sort. Listen more and talk less. You may be surprised by what you hear. Remain focused.

CANCER (June 20-July 22)

Happy birthday. Go ahead and celebrate. Keep your little ears open on Monday. Someone sends the structure you desire. Mercury moves to your sign, and this, little crab, gives you the gift of gab. Keep a keen eye on joint resources. Venus, the planet of love and money, takes up residence in your house of earned income. Yes indeed, my friend, could be a bonus of some sort. Talk about your values. You may suddenly decide to take a long journey on Monday. Share the information you have regarding finances. This could be information you received in the last week or so. Write down your wishes for the next year and set your yearly goal.

LEO (July 22-Aug. 22)

I know you are busy. Venus enters your sign. Saturn teams up with Mercury. This is a good time to take a look at your finances and your earned income and detail and analyze, dear Mr. Lion. Make the necessary changes. Sudden opportunities flow your way. This is an excellent week to engage in new activities. Don’t sit around and relax. Get out and about. Chat with your banker, tax man and insurance agent. Talk about your joint resources with your partner. Yes indeed, my friend, take advantage. You may want to spruce yourself up a bit while Venus visits your sign for the next several weeks.

VIRGO (Aug. 22-Sept. 22)

You love to detail and analyze. This week is your time to take a look around. Talk about structure. Meet with other people. You may be surprised by what they have to say. Good news could arrive suddenly. Mars in your sign steps up to help. Your energy level is high. With Saturn’s help, my friend, you will find that just about anything can be accomplished. Do not waste this energy. Venus brings the opportunity to work behind the scenes. Go ahead with your creative projects. You know how to detail and analyze. Tell someone about your ideas, hopes and wishes. Talk about your goals.

LIBRA (Sept. 22-Oct. 22)

Mars in Virgo has everyone detailing and analyzing. I know you love to balance. Well, go ahead and spend time with earth sign Virgo this week. Invite a Taurus and Capricorn along. One of these earth signs should make you feel grounded. Taurus is ruled by Venus. While Venus visits Leo, your relationship department takes center stage. Discuss your ideas with others. Talk about your hopes, wishes and goals. Listen to what they tell you this week. Wish Cancer a happy birthday. Good news could arrive from your career department.

SCORPIO (Oct. 22-Nov. 21)

Share your higher knowledge. Talk about your travels as Mercury takes up residence in Cancer. Now this is the time to dig up information you can share with others. Sing “Happy Birthday” to your Cancer pals. Sweet Venus takes up residence in Leo, and this brings a glow to your career department. Leo and Venus will provide you with help and encouragement. Sudden opportunities could flow your way. On Monday, the sun winks at Uranus. Talk with groups, clubs and organizations. Share your ideas. Discuss your goals, hopes and wishes.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Share your knowledge with a colleague this week. Venus moves to Leo. You may decide it is time for a vacation or maybe just to take a class or two. Get on the Internet, my friend. Gain knowledge. A sudden message arrives on the home front. The sun hooks up with Uranus, the planet of surprises. Talk investments over with a partner before taking action. Mars sends energy to your career department. Remember, you have until mid-August for opportunities to advance your career. Jump the hurdles and seize the opportunity. If you feel a little antsy as the week comes to an end, blame it on the full moon next week.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 21-Jan. 20)

Take advantage of Jupiter in your sign. The red carpet is out. Jupiter visits a sign every 12 years. Once Jupiter leaves in early January, he will not return for 12 years. Relationships flow smoothly. The sun hooks up with Uranus. Good news arrives suddenly. Venus moves to Leo. Meet with your banker, tax man or insurance agent. They are all your friends while Venus visits. Keep an eye on the house of earned income. Your Cancer friends are celebrating their birthdays. A full moon arrives next week. This could explain why you are a little anxious. Relax. Take your partner out for dinner.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19)

Good news arrives suddenly on Monday. The sun conspires with Uranus, the planet of sudden change. Uranus takes up residence in your earned-income department, and the sun visits Cancer in your house of daily work. Okay, my dear little genius, there could be a surprise. Maybe a bonus or an increase in salary. Mercury sends a wink to Saturn. Chat with others—your banker, tax man or insurance agent. Here is where you will find structure. Sweet Venus takes up residence in Leo in your relationship department. All business relationships flow smoothly. Personal relationships are full of love. Enjoy.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

I know all you water signs are feeling a little anxious. Chill out. It’s because the full moon arrives next week. Uranus sends a message to the sun on Monday. Lady Luck takes center stage. Now it is time for fun, love and luck. Sudden opportunities flow your way. Great surprises. Venus moves to Leo, and your co-workers are friendly. You may hear from an old friend or lover this week. Mars sends energy to your relationship department. You can make all kinds of alterations with relationships while Mars visits. Mercury moves to Cancer.