Moon Alert

avoid shopping or making important decisions from 2:30 p.m. until midnight EST. after that, the Moon moves from Aries into Taurus.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Your idealism is aroused today. Explore artistic activities, write poetry, or just daydream about possible, future adventures. It's tough dealing with reality. (Maybe Lily Tomlin was right, "Reality is just a crutch for people who can't do drugs.")

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Don't worry if you're sidetracked with daydreams, or a lackadaisical attitude, or you want to take a long lunch, or better yet -- you want to play hooky all day. You need a mental health day. The problem is -- everybody notices you right now! (Oops.)

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Do something different to shake up your routine. Go some place you've never been to before. Meet new people. Explore new subjects. Discuss politics, religion, metaphysics, and voodoo. It's Friday, and you feel the need for some thrills and adventure!

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Some aspect of your private life is public today. Be careful, because whatever this is could be drug-related -- recreational drugs, alcohol, or pharmaceuticals. Alternatively, people might perceive you as a caring, nurturing, individual who helps others in need. (Interesting choice.)

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Fantasies of future travel to far away places, or future adventures right here at home absorb you today. Your mind is conjuring up all kinds of possibilities about what you want to do, and perhaps, what you want to become a reality this year. "A dream comne true!"

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

This is not the ideal day to discuss how to share something. You're in such a benevolent frame of mind, you might not defend your own best interests. You don't want to give away the farm. Consider this: if you keep the farm, you can continue to feed others for a long time in the future. Capice?

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You're very sensitive to the moods of other people today. In fact, some of you are picking up acid rock in the mercury fillings in your teeth. If you start to feel yukky, avoid the people you're with immediately. Seek out people who make you feel good! You're also willing to help others today.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Because it's easy to fall into daydreams and fantasies, you might not be particularly productive at work today. No worries. Einstein attributed much of his genius to his imagination. (But that's what you would expect a Pisces to say.) Just let it be.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

This is a wonderful day to party, schmooze, indulge in the arts, enjoy playful activities with children, and daydream about possibilities in the future. You might want to discuss your imaginary fantasies with others. You might also want to talk about your dreams.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You'll enjoy some quiet time at home if you get a chance to carve this out for yourself. Alternatively, discussions with family members might be surprisingly frank and exploratory. People might discuss their fears, their hopes, and certainly, their dreams. It's that kind of day.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Don't worry if you pass much of your day in daydreaming, or your thoughts keep drifting off. We all have days like this. Sometimes it's a way for things to start cooking on the back burner of your mind, and later, the results are positive and practical! (You never know.)

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Scorpio people are talking about you today. At least, the Scorpios I know. Be very careful with your money today, because it could slip through your fingers like water. It's not a good day for grounded decisions. You're too susceptible to buying elegant luxury, or perhaps just one tiny ostrich boa?

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actress Diane Lane (1965) shares your birthday today. Even though you have an intense energy, you know how to keep it under control. This makes you appear sophisticated and detached. (You are anything but.) In fact, you are quite impulsive! You need encouragement from others. You like life to be exciting. Your year ahead could possibly be one the most powerful years of your life! Dream big!