Moon Alert
Avoid shopping or important decisions from 3 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Chicago time. After that, the moon moves from Libra into Scorpio.
Aries (March 21-April 19)
Today you’re strong and independent! You want to do your own thing and have the freedom to make your choices. It’s an excellent day to express your creativity. It’s also great day to be active in sports. Be patient with children because you might be a tad bossy.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
You’re putting a lot of energy today in your home scene. You might be shoving furniture around or re-arranging things. Whatever the case, there’s increased activity and chaos on the home front! Be patient with family members. Expect practical and financial help.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
Today you will say what you mean and mean what you say! This is because you’re putting a lot of energy into expressing yourself; in addition to which you identify with your ideas. Beware of trying to coerce others into believing as you do. Lighten up!
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
You’re keen to work hard to boost your earnings today because you have big ideas about how to spend your money. You will also identify with your possessions, which is why you might feel “precious” about something, and not want to lend it.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
You will get a lot done today because you’re motivated and energetic. This is because fiery Mars is in your sign today getting a boost from the sun. Naturally, you will be opinionated as well as dynamic — oh yes, you’re on a mission. This is fortunate because you have big plans! “Hello world!”
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
Home, family and your private life are your focus now. In fact, relatives and family members you haven’t seen for a while are back in the picture. Stay calm. Don’t give in to self-doubt or self-defeating behavior patterns that are basically insecure feelings. You’ve got this!
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
With relatives, siblings and neighbors you haven’t seen for a while back in your world, small wonder that you have lots of energy to be involved with group activities and friends. You’re ready to script things because you know how you want them to flow.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
You’re keen to achieve something today, which is why it might be best if you work alone. Your ambition is strong and you have lots of individual initiative. Tread carefully if you have to work with a parent or boss because you might be overpowering.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
Travel plans are exciting, which is why you have lots of energy to explore new places and see new faces. You’re enthusiastic about your immediate plans and keen to talk to everyone, perhaps even old faces and ex-partners who are back on the scene.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Today you have the energy to direct things from behind the scenes. Oh yes, you will be pulling the strings. In particular, you want to settle any confusion about inheritances, shared property, taxes, debt and insurance matters.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
This is a popular time for you! You’re buzzing with excitement because you’re involved with friends as well as groups and organizations. Nevertheless, some aggressive energy from a partner or close friend cannot be ignored. (Yikes!) This person has demands that you might have to meet.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
This is a powerful day for you, and you will get a tremendous amount done because you have the energy and motivation to do so. However, don’t expect others to work at your rate because they’re working hard too, but they don’t have your energy and drive.
If Your Birthday Is Today
Director, producer, screenwriter Kathryn Bigelow (1951) shares your birthday. You are warm and friendly. You are also individualistic, independent and sometimes impulsive. This is the beginning of a new nine-year cycle for you. Expect adventures and major changes. Keep your eyes open for new opportunities and be ready to act fast. A leadership role is likely.