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 19)

Mercury squares off with Pluto today. This is not the day to chat with the people in authority. You have a chance to share your knowledge. On Saturday, welcome the fall equinox as the sun travels to Libra. The window of opportunity is open. It is time to communicate with colleagues and friends. Mercury sends a wink to Jupiter on Wednesday. Share your knowledge as you chat with the folks in the neighborhood. The moon in Aquarius on Tuesday allows you to share your unique ideas.

TAURUS (April 20-May 19)

Do not share your higher knowledge today when Mercury squares off with Pluto. Co-workers may not agree with you. On Saturday, welcome the fall equinox as the sun moves to Libra. The sun will be in charge of your daily work for the next month. Three planets in Libra put your daily work department on center stage. The sun in Libra brings the balance to remain focused. Mars, the red planet, brings action to your relationship department. Opportunity flows your way.

GEMINI (May 20-June 20)

Today is not a good time to chat with the folks in the financial world. Mercury squares off with Pluto. The sun spends the next two days in Virgo before moving to sister air sign Libra, bringing the fall equinox with him. With three planets in Libra—the sun, Mercury and Saturn—enjoy fun and love and add a little luck to your life. Libra represents the scale of justice and brings balance to your life. Mercury, your ruling planet, and Jupiter open the window of opportunity. Show people how creative you are.

CANCER (June 21-July 21

Play it cool today. It is not a good time to talk business with the folks on the home front. Family members may not agree with you. Your home front will be in the spotlight for the next month. Wednesday brings a bit of excitement when Mercury and Jupiter throw open the window of opportunity. This gives you an angel on your shoulder, an ace in the hole. Attract the guidance of wise old individuals. Your intuition is strong. Go with your feelings. You will be able to solve any problem.

LEO (July 22-August 22)

The sun moves to Libra on Saturday, accompanied by the fall equinox. Avoid debates with co-workers today while Mercury clashes with Pluto in your daily work department. Keep your words on the tender side. Venus in your sign makes sure people notice you. Take a little time to enjoy the full activities in your neighborhood. Three planets provide support in this section of your chart. Share your special skills. Libra gives you balance. You communicate easily with the folks on the home front.

VIRGO (August 23- September 21)

When your birthday falls close to a neighboring sign, you are know as a cusp baby. You later-born Virgos should follow both Virgo and Libra. Today is not a good time to take a gamble or chat with the folks in the financial world. On Saturday, welcome the fall equinox as the sun travels to Libra. With the sun, Mercury and Saturn in Virgo, your house of earned income and what you value is in the spotlight. Take advantage. On Wednesday, the window of opportunity is open thanks to Jupiter and Mercury.

LIBRA (September 22- October 22)

On Saturday the sun travels to your sign. Welcome the fall equinox. When your birthday falls near the 20th, it is a good idea to read the neighboring sign as well as your own. You may find you have characteristics of both signs. Today, when Mercury squares off with Pluto, the folks on the home front may not agree with you. Smiles keep the conversation on the fun side when you are dealing with family members. The window of opportunity will be open on Wednesday. Great day to make travel plans. Share your higher knowledge.

SCORPIO (October 23- November 21)

Good time to work behind the scenes. You have a month to put the final touches on your projects before your birthday rolls around and you can launch new ones. Today is not the time to share secrets when Mercury squares off with Pluto. Keep your finances to yourself. Welcome the fall equinox when the sun travels to Libra on Saturday. Libra’s scales of justice may help bring balance to your finances. On Wednesday, Mercury helps Jupiter open the window of opportunity. Chat with the folks in the financial world.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22- December 20)

Keep your values to yourself when Mercury and Pluto square off. Keep an eye on your money. Saturday brings the fall equinox as the sun moves to Libra. Discuss your new ideas with club members and colleagues while three planets visit your house of relationships. Great time to deal with like-minded people. You have an opportunity to share your knowledge. Mercury and Jupiter put your relationships in the spotlight on Wednesday. Libra provides the balance to deal with friends and colleagues.

CAPRICORN (December 21-January 19)

Play it cool today. Pluto in your sign will square off with Mercury. This is not a good day to talk about your career or meet with the folks in authority. Pull out the scales and seek a little balance. You Capricorns are the workers of the zodiac. Let a Libra birthday party add a little fun to your life. Enjoy autumn activities in your neighborhood. On Wednesday, the window of opportunity is open to chat with the people in your daily work department. Share your knowledge.

AQUARIUS (January 20-February 17)

Keep your secrets to yourself today. It is not a good day to talk about business or finances. Stick your knowledge on the back shelf. On Saturday, the sun travels to your sister air sign Libra for the start of fall. Three planets in the travel and knowledge section of your chart should make you happy. Saturday helps you gain the structure you need to progress. You later-born Aquarians may feel a little more secure. Saturn does reward you for all your hard work. Wednesday brings good news.

PISCES (February 18-March 19)

Keep your secrets to yourself today. It is not a good day to talk about business or finances. Stick your knowledge on the back shelf. On Saturday, the sun travels to your sister air sign Libra for the start of fall. Three planets in the travel and knowledge section of your chart should make you happy. People notice how unique you are. Saturday helps you gain the structure you need to progress. You later-born Aquarians may feel a little more secure. Saturn does reward you for all your hard work. Wednesday brings good news. The window of opportunity will be open, thanks to Jupiter and Mercury. Share your unique knowledge.