GEORGIA NICOLS
Aries (March 21 — April 19): This could be a challenging day. Pull in your reins a little and be observant. Relations with others are bit strained for some reason. People feel held back because of rules, regulations, convention or the need to be politically correct. Taurus (April 20 — May 20): Tread carefully when dealing with others today, especially at work. People might be touchy or restrained for some reason. Avoid controversial issues like politics, religion and racial issues today. Gemini (May 21 — June 20):
Today is a Moon Alert all day; nevertheless, you’re focused on money and cash flow. Restrict your spending to gas, food and entertainment. Even entertainment might be a lost cause because people are a bit glum today. Cancer (June 21 — July 22): Today the moon is in your sign at odds with Pluto. Meanwhile, Venus is at odds with Saturn. Yup, one of those days. (Send out for dark chocolate.) Don’t volunteer for anything. Don’t make any important decisions.
Leo (July 23 — Aug. 22): This is a poor day for important decisions or shopping — commercial or personal. However, it can be a creative day and you are a creative sign.
Virgo (Aug. 23 — Sept. 22): You feel restricted today. And indeed, there are restrictions today because it’s a Moon Alert all day, which means you should avoid important decisions or purchases. This is temporary.
Libra (Sept. 23 — Oct. 22): This is a poor day to ask for permission, especially from a boss or a parent. Family discussions might be strained. Seek some escape with friends. You might find an entertaining event that is a fun getaway. Scorpio (Oct. 23 — Nov. 21):
Relations with others might be strained or aloof today. People are not sure which action to take or which direction to go. You probably feel the same way. Therefore, be gingerly about whatever you do. Sagittarius (Nov. 22 — Dec. 21):
It’s hard to crank up the enthusiasm for some fun events today. Your responsibilities for something might be in the way or distract you. Don’t worry because many people feel this way today. Capricorn (Dec. 22 — Jan. 19): This is a difficult day because it’s a Moon Alert all day, in addition to which, communications are strained. You feel you have to go by the book. Just go with the flow and don’t expect too much from others.
Aquarius (Jan. 20 — Feb. 18): Be diplomatic at work today because there could be a few speed bumps. Today is not only a Moon Alert all day, it’s combined with Mercury retrograde. Oy! Therefore, be realistic. Lower your expectations.
Pisces (Feb. 19 — March 20): Do not make important financial decisions today, especially about shared property, inheritances and insurance issues. Take care of the basics — that’s all.
If your birthday is today: Singer/ actress Whitney Houston (19632012) shares your birthday today. You are energetic, confident and determined. You have a curious mind and you love to learn. This year exciting changes and new beginnings await you as you begin a new cycle. What you begin now will unfold in the future.