Moon Alert

After 12:20 p.m. EDT today, avoid shopping or making important decisions.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Although you are a leader by nature, today you might go along with the cause of a particular group or friend because your idealism is aroused. Alternatively, you might want to help someone. You have a strong hit of Mother Teresa today. Good. Go forth and use it.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

You have big ideas about how to spend money today. You want luxurious things, and not only that, you want to use your money to create an escape or a release from something. You're trying to figure out how to afford something grandiose and wonderful. (Aren't we all?)

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Your inner idealism is aroused and this gives you a strong desire to sit cross-legged in a corner somewhere chanting Om. You see that you need to fill your spiritual needs as well as your fridge. Spiritual and metaphysical subjects appeal to you now. (This happens now and Zen.)

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

You definitely need some time to be by yourself today. Choose a grassy spot in dappled shade by a running brook. If not, take a magazine to the bathroom. The bottom line is you want time for quiet study and philosophical reflection. You are more sensitive to everything today.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

You're in a do-gooder mood. A kind of idealistic romanticism pervades your relationships today. (Plus, when you're kind to others, you get fabulous press.) It's easy to give way to the needs of others. In fact, you might literally give things away to others. Generosity is a noble thing.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Others might call upon you to do a special job today, especially on behalf of someone or a coworker. Don't be afraid to accept. You will get satisfaction for doing good work. Everything to do with photography, movies, film, haut couture, cosmetics and the glamour industry looks fabulous.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You're full of wonderfully creative ideas today. These might be related to travel, publishing, the media or higher education. You want to introduce improvements to encourage the arts, or social benefits to children. Great imaginative solutions occur to you now. Run them up the flagpole!

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Discussions with others about how to share something or spend a limited amount of money go very well today. You simply want good results. You have very little ego invested in whatever you are trying to promote. Pick people who are worthy of your help and assistance.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

This is an excellent day to come to agreements with partners. You can smooth over problems. People are unusually cooperative, and you're ready to go more than halfway yourself. Flashes of insight introduce new approaches to old difficulties. (Plus there's nothing like the last minute to get things going.)

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You feel unusually charitable at work today. Fortunately, you put yourself in the equation as well. You might want to spend more money to increase your own personal comfort or wealth. Whatever you do will promote your own best interests as well as the interests of others. Win/win.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

This is the perfect day to take a long lunch or sneak a secret afternoon matinee. You don't feel like working. You need to check out a little to satisfy your active imagination and your need for escape. Playful activities with children delight you. (You feel like a kid yourself.)

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

This is a superb day for your sign! You feel lovely-dovey and sympathetic to family members. You want to pamper yourself in some way with an extravagant purchase or some private, quiet time just for you. All conversations are pleasant today.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actor Tony Curtis (b. 1925) shares your birthday. You are a strong communicator both verbally and through body language. You are quick witted and clever at argument. You are also seductive. All this flash and dazzle hides an inner compassion few know about. Amazing, significant changes will take place this year.