Moon Alert

avoid shopping or making important decisions from 10:15 p.m. until 11 p.m. EDT today. After that the Moon from Virgo into Libra.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

This is a tricky time in your life. Basically, you believe in yourself (you know this), but you're working so hard and busting your buns, part of you wonders what you're really doing. And do you know why you're doing it? It's a curious dilemma.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

It's always hard to get a nice balance between feeling responsible, and on top of things, especially with your responsibilities to children, and at the same time, know that you're free enough to schmooze with others, and join groups, and do other things. It's a tough balancing act!

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Your responsibilities with family members, and even to where you live, are serious, and you cannot ignore them. You know this. Nevertheless, because your reputation "out there" is beginning to shine, this is heady stuff! It's important to keep a balance to stay grounded.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

You're seeking a kind of balance now between your daily activities and what you want to do in the bigger picture. But you have to meld it together somehow. It's like working with mice mind in order to maintain eagle mind. Short steps lead to big jumps. Right?

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

You're trying to keep a nice steady rhythm to your earnings, so you can stay on top of your financial scene. In one way, you want to be generous to others and share the wealth, nevertheless, you have your own bills and responsibilities to take care of. Oh yeah.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Increased burdens in your personal life cannot be ignored. Fortunately, partnerships and good friendships can come to the rescue now, and certainly encourage and enthuse you. You're looking for that happy balance between realism and foolish optimism.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Things at work are going very well now, and in this respect, you feel positive and hopeful. However, you also know that in another area of your life, you are downsizing, streamlining, and getting rid of lots of things. One does not cancel out the other. No worries.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Vacations, romance, energetic sports, and playful times with children are positive areas in your life right now. Nevertheless, you cannot ignore the demands of groups that you're dealing with. It's always a juggling act, isn't it? Enjoy what you can.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

This is a powerful time in your life because you're enjoying your home and your family. That's for sure. In fact, this is a great year for real estate deals. Nevertheless, in the bigger scheme of things, you have arrived at a stage in your life where you can clearly see what is working and what is not.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Your optimism in small matters is curtailed by a fear of reaching out for too much. But what is the downside of reaching for too much? Is it disappointment? Shouldn't our reach always exceed our grasp? 'Tis what the poets say.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Financially, you're going back and forth about things. You're pretty happy about your earnings because things are going well. The money is coming in. It might be a trickle, but it's a steady trickle. On the other hand, your debts are considerable. (Oh that.)

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

You're trying to find an important balance in partnerships and close friendships. On one hand, you feel confident about what you can offer them, and bring to the table. But on the other hand, you have different fingers! (Sorry.) On the other hand, stressed relationships are worrisome.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Sherlock Holmes author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) shares your birthday today. You're amazingly persistent! You have energy and enthusiasm for whatever you embrace. You work hard, and you're productive. This combination allows you to achieve monumental task. You value family and children, even more so after you turn 30. After 60, you become remarkably flamboyant and entertaining! In the this year ahead, you will have an important choice to make. Choose wisely.