Moon Alert

avoid shopping (coat, condo, or a company) or making important decisions from 7 a.m. until 2 p.m. EDT today. After that the Moon moves from Virgo into Libra.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Yowsers! You might get a sudden opportunity to travel somewhere today. Or you might have an unexpected chance to enroll in a course or attend a school or get some kind of training. Anything could happen. But whatever it is - you'll learn something!

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Keep your pockets open. Unexpected news about inheritances, insurance matters and the wealth or resources of others could suddenly benefit you today. (There's a chance you can go the other way -- but it looks good to me.) You can really clean up!

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Surprising, unexpected events with partners and close friends will take place today. "What are you doing here? I thought you were at work?" However, the surprise is probably pleasant. (But maybe not.)

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Surprising good news about your job or even your health will please you today. A chance to expand at work or get better training or do something that's travel related or learn something will definitely improve your chances to get ahead. (Whatever ahead means to you.)

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

I think this is a plain, old-fashioned lucky day for you. No doubt about it. Of course, luck is a tricky thing. Surprise favours can sometimes backfire. Nevertheless, romance, vacations, flirtations, show business, sports and playful times with children sparkle with possibilities!

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Amazing, fabulous things can happen today that positively affect your family, your home scene or your private life. What a day for a real estate deal! Somehow, sudden good fortune can benefit you. You might buy something fabulous for your home or inherit it. Your assets can definitely increase.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Surprise trips or news from somewhere is exciting. Information and people are bombarding you from all directions. But you love it. A sibling or relative might have something exciting to offer. Your positive energy will create successful exchanges with everyone today.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

There's money in them thar hills! You can definitely do something to boost your income, or get a better job, or see better ways of earning money. Some of you will be delighted with a purchase whether it's an item of clothing or a company. Interesting day for business and commerce (but a bit unpredictable.)

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Your ruler lucky Jupiter is zapped by unpredictable Uranus today. Naturally, this could go either way, but I'm suspecting it can be good. A lucky chance or opportunity which is like a bolt out of the blue could occur. One thing is certain. You need a lot of freedom today! (Ya think?)

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

If anyone tries to "keep you in line" or repress you in any way -- they're toast. You have a strong need for liberation and freedom today. You sense that things can be done if you can just break free to do them. And you're right. They can.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Groups and friends might delight you in a surprising way today. Or perhaps you just see very clearly now that you're leader of the pack! After all, you're born 50 years ahead of time, and we all know that it's the lead dog who has the clearest view. That's you!

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Do get out of bed today. All kinds of marvelous opportunities could suddenly drop in your lap. Quite likely, they'll promote your good name in your circle. It could relate to a raise, praise, or an opportunity to explore a new line of work, especially something travel related or with publishing.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Musician/songwriter John Lennon (1940) shares your birthday today. You understand the human condition and use satire to comment on it. You're direct, even blunt if need be. (You can be tough.) Many of you have strong technical skills for something. You set high standards for yourself, and drive yourself to achieve your goals. The year ahead could involve a major change, perhaps as significant as something that happened around 1999.