Moon Alert

Avoid shopping or important decisions after 2:30 p.m. Chicago time. The moon is in Sagittarius.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Because you’re keen to travel and explore new vistas, you will love talking to people from other backgrounds and different cultures. You will also delight in profound discussions about philosophy and thought-provoking ideas. Be aware of the Moon Alert!

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

You have lots of energy to make improvements at home or within your family. This is a great idea; however, if you are buying anything connected with these improvements (or buying anything else), heed the restrictions of the Moon Alert. (During a Moon Alert only buy gas and food.)

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

You have lots of mental energy, which will also translate into your style of communicating with others. This means you are convincing and persuasive! Quite likely, the pace of your day will accelerate because you’re enthusiastic and full of energy. (Check Moon Alert.)

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

This is a tricky day because you have energy and clever ideas that are related to financial matters as well as shopping or dealing with money and cash flow. However, during the Moon Alert (see above) if you’re wise, you will restrict your spending to food, gas and entertainment.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

You have a lot of energy to be productive today! Use this for your own best interests. In particular, you will want to make positive changes and improvements to your home environment or something connected with family. (Be aware of Moon Alert above.)

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You will enjoy relaxing at home or finding a way to cocoon in privacy, especially among familiar surroundings. You might also want to putter and make improvements to where you live. This is a good idea; however, if you are shopping, heed the restrictions of the Moon Alert.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Your interaction with others, especially neighbors, siblings and relatives is strong and enthusiastic. You will say what you mean and mean what you say! You will be effective in organizing groups or the activities of others.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You have strong energy, especially to start things because you’re enthusiastic and full of good ideas. Nevertheless, a good part of this day is a Moon Alert during which it’s a poor time for big decisions and major purchases. (See above.)

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

You will speak more forcefully and directly to others because you feel courageous and confident. You will be a natural leader when dealing with others, in part, because you will understand what is needed. Physical labor and physical exercise will appeal.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Although you might choose to work alone or behind the scenes, you will have lots of energy to accomplish what you want to do. It will be easy for you to get the wealth, resources and help from someone else if you want. When it comes to money transactions, heed the restrictions of the Moon Alert. (See above.)

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You will be a human dynamo when dealing with clubs, groups and associations, because you will assume leadership and direct the efforts of others. If you want to initiate something or start a new project, don’t do it during the Moon Alert.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

You will assert yourself with parents, bosses and the police because you are confident and courageous. This is why you will speak directly and forcefully, but you’ll be respectful. If you want to introduce a new project, refrain from doing it during the Moon Alert.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Author Suzanne Collins (1962) shares your birthday. You are a natural leader because you know how to inspire and motivate others. You are charming, friendly and helpful. This is a fun-loving year. Enjoy increased popularity and warm friendships. This year you will be more grateful for your life and will appreciate the happiness and beauty around you in a daily way. You will make an important choice — choose wisely.