Moon Alert

Caution: Avoid shopping or important decisions after 10:30 a.m. Chicago time. The moon is in Aquarius.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

This is a lovely day to entertain at home. You might entertain many people or just one person and have a heart-to-heart talk, especially with a family member. Although you are keen to redecorate your digs right now, today and tomorrow are poor days to shop.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

You have more appreciation for the beauty of your daily surroundings. Likewise, you see how much love there is in your daily world. (Who knew?) Because your imagination is heightened, this is an excellent day for those who work in the arts or any creative project.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Be careful! You’ll be tempted to buy beautiful, luxurious, elegant things that might be costly; however, today and tomorrow are poor days to shop for anything other than food or gas. Be smart and heed this warning. And if you don’t, keep your receipts — and the box. Wait until Saturday.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

You feel tende-hearted toward someone, which is why you’re willing to listen with patience and offer advice. It’s a good day to socialize; however, postpone shopping and important decisions until Saturday or Sunday.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Solitude in beautiful surroundings will appeal to you. In fact, you will welcome a chance to catch your breath in a quiet way because with retrograde Mercury and fiery Mars in your sign, it’s been hectic lately! Take a break.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You feel warm-hearted to a friend, which is why you will enjoy their company. (This is a two-way street — they will enjoy seeing you as well.) It’s a good day to confide in someone because people will be sympathetic. Restrict spending to food, gas and entertainment.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

People view you in favorable terms, which is why they might ask for your advice, especially about something related to design, layout, office arrangement or how to make something look more attractive. Please note: Today and tomorrow are bad days to shop! A flirtation with a boss might begin.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Travel for pleasure beckons today! You want to get away from all this and visit someplace beautiful and exotic. Nevertheless, because today and tomorrow are poor days to spend money, make your reservations Saturday. Be smart. A conversation with someone will be meaningful.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Feelings of affection for your main squeeze are strong. You feel true love and appreciation for someone. You might also feel sympathetic to someone who is less fortunate; nevertheless, be careful how you handle your money. Wait until the weekend to spend.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Relations with others are warm and easygoing because people are relaxed and they’re not judgmental. That’s why this is an excellent day to confide in someone who is close to you. If you’re looking for sympathy and understanding, you will find it.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Today you might get praise or a raise from bosses, supervisors or co-workers. This is also the classic day for someone at work to seek your advice because they need your counsel. However, when it comes to spending money — restrict your spending to food, gas and entertainment today and tomorrow.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

This is a wonderful day to party! Make an effort to get together with friends so you can schmooze and have fun. This is also an excellent day to pursue creative, artistic activities because you are in touch with your muse. You will also feel sympathetic to children.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actress Priyanka Chopra (1982) shares your birthday. You are cooperative, dependable and fair. You are also practical and at the same time creative! Now is the time to clarify goals because you are entering a year of exciting changes and new beginnings! Start to define what you want for yourself in the next several years. Be pro-active! This year you will feel physically energetic.