HOROSCOPES

All signs: There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The moon is in Taurus.

ARIES

( MARCH 21 — APRIL 19)

Today: It's Halloween and naturally, this is also a day full of surprises! For your sign, these surprises might also relate to the wealth of your partner or someone else; or inheritances, or something to do with shared property. It's a good day to finish old business, especially something started before Oct. 7. Sunday: You might squabble with a parent or a boss about money issues. (Perhaps what went on last night?) Nevertheless, if you stay focused, you can make solid financial plans for the future today. You might consider some serious, practical purchases.

This week: Your ruler Mars has been retrograde in your sign since September, causing confusion, indecision and self-doubt. Fear not, however, because it will go “direct” on Friday the 13th. ( Would I make this up?) After that, things will improve! And when Mars catches up to where it was when it first went retrograde at the end of December, your life will improve even more! After that, you will move forward with strong energy. Meanwhile, this week, Mercury retrograde will end, sitting directly opposite your sign, which will make conversations with partners and close friends eventful.

TAURUS

( APRIL 20 — MAY 20)

Today: Oh my! The sun is opposite Uranus, currently in your sign. This makes you feel rebellious, independent and eager for adventure and excitement. You want something new and different to happen. Hmmm, the timing is fortuitous.

Sunday: The moon is in your sign dancing with Jupiter and Saturn. This makes you feel positive, upbeat as well as practical and serious. However, difficulties with someone at work or related to a pet or your health might occur.

This week: Mercury retrograde has attracted ex-partners and old friends back into your world; plus, it has created delays and goofy errors in your work, your job and possibly with something that is health-related or related to a pet. This part has been a drag. But hey, you'll be happy to know this is over as of this week. Almost immediately, you will see these delays and goofy errors reduce back to a normal level.

GEMINI

( MAY 21 — JUNE 20)

Today: Something unexpected related to your health, a pet or your job or some work you are doing will occur. But it might give you an entirely new slant on something? Perhaps something innovative? Good day to wrap up old business that you started before this month.

Sunday: You might be at odds with someone about your kids or a social situation or the cost of a social outing or something to do with sports? This could be frustrating and discouraging. Do not focus on this. Instead, stick with your own private plans.

This week: This continues to be a productive time because you're determined to be more efficient than usual, which is why you are putting a lot of effort into getting better organized in your world, especially your job. Many of you will have to work on behalf of others more than usual — to perform a service of some sort. When Mercury stops being retrograde this week, this will encourage you to go forward with creative ideas, especially working with kids and activities related to sports and the arts!

CANCER

( JUNE 21 — JULY 22)

Today: A surprise invitation might come your way. Parents should be extra-vigilant with their kids because something unexpected could occur, possibly even an accident.

Sunday: Although dealings with an older family member (or partner) might be difficult today, this is actually a good day to talk to friends and groups. It's also a good day to test the waters to see if your hopes and dreams for the future can become a reality.

This week: This is a lighthearted, fun-loving time! Relationships are lighter, especially with children. Basically, you want to do what you want to do and set your own priorities. It's a good time to be yourself and be conscious of who you are. Family discussions and home repairs, as well as chances to redecorate are also on the menu. Marriages and partnerships have truly been tested this year.

LEO

( JULY 23 — AUG. 22)

Today: Your home routine will be different today. Naturally, it is Halloween, which might account for some changes at home or in your family. However, this is also a constructive day. You might make some positive changes at home.

Sunday: Don't be discouraged by criticism or obstacles from others. Instead, be inspired by a parent or boss or someone in authority who might encourage you. Make plans that will ultimately boost your reputation among your peers.

This week: Home and family continue to be your priority. Many of you will be involved with a parent more than usual. Mercury retrograde has created delays and goofy errors in your daily schedule, so you'll be happy to know that ends this week. (Its shadow continues until Nov. 10. If you are making a big purchase like a car or computer, wait until after that date.) This means silly errors will reduce and that's a relief!

VIRGO

( AUG. 23 — SEPT. 22)

Today: The day is full of unpredictable events and ideas. You might see new places and meet new faces. Perhaps today's surprise today will relate to Halloween, or perhaps it will relate to an everyday event or contact that is suddenly different? Whatever happens will probably teach you something new and different. Sunday: Money squabbles, especially related to kids, social activities, sports or an outing might take place today. Instead, focus on something in the media or something to do with someone far away or from another culture because this will lift your spirits and give you some practical know-how.

This week: Your fast pace continues with appointments, time with siblings and relatives, short trips plus increased reading, writing and studying. You are keen to communicate with others because you want to enlighten them about something. Financial matters look solid. You might attract money or financial advantages to you. Mercury retrograde will end in your house of earnings, which might cause you to focus on something related to your assets. This is a good week to tell someone how you feel about something.

LIBRA

( SEPT. 23 — OCT. 22)

Today: Keep an eye on your money and your possessions because something unexpected might impact your assets or your wealth. You might find or lose money. Guard your possessions against loss, theft or damage. Trust your money-making ideas!

Sunday: It's easy to be critical or be at odds with a family member, especially someone older. This will bring you no joy. Instead, focus on how the resources of someone else can help you at home or perhaps help a family member? This will be encouraging.

This week: You will be philosophical this week because not only are you focused on your assets — you're also thinking your values. What really matters in life? Obviously, you do not want to be looking in the mirror in later life with regrets. Because your ruler Venus is in your sign this week, you will have a stronger desire to relate to others because Venus always ranks pleasure above work.

SCORPIO

( OCT. 23 — NOV. 21)

Today: Unpredictable Uranus is opposite your Sun, which is why this will be a day full of surprises! Be patient with those closest to you. One thing is certain: You will learn something new about certain elements in your interactions with the world that you might have ignored.

Sunday: For most of this day, relations with partners and close friends are positive. They can be upbeat and optimistic and then later, perhaps a serious, practical discussion will benefit you. Don't listen to that inner voice of self-criticism and doubt.

This week: The sun in your sign marks the beginning of your personal new year, which means it's a good time to define goals for what you want for yourself. Goals keep you on track and give you a sense of purpose. Meanwhile, a private love affair might happen for some. Many of you have been confused or questioning issues about your job or the work you do, and this is because Mars has been retrograde since September. This has “hung you up!” It's important to know that when Mars is no longer retrograde in mid-november, you will feel more proactive about your job.

SAGITTARIUS

( NOV. 22 — DEC. 21)

Today: Secrets might be revealed to you today or new ways of looking at things because surprises from an unexpected source are likely. (This unexpected source might be your own subconscious!) Naturally, a surprise might be related to Halloween. Sunday: You might be at odds with a friend or a member of a group today, especially someone younger. Don't let the alligators get you down. Instead, look for ways to improve your health and your job. Enjoy fun with a pet today.

This week: The sun is still hiding in your chart this week, which means similarly, you will feel comfortable taking a back seat or working alone or behind the scenes. (Not always your first choice.) This continues to be an excellent window of time for you to define some goals about what you want for your new year ahead. An important conversation with a friend or a member of a group might take place this week because Mercury retrograde turns direct in your house of friendships. Fortunately, Venus will ameliorate any intense discussions. In fact, Venus will also encourage interactions with creative, artistic people.

CAPRICORN

( DEC. 22 — JAN. 19)

Today: You might discover something new about a friend or a member of a group because it's as if a curtain has been pulled back and you see things in a new light. You might also encounter someone unusual or learn something surprising about a friend.

Sunday: Give little energy to tension that might occur with a boss, parent or even the police. Steer clear of this if you can. Instead, focus on fun outings, playful activities with kids, sports and enjoyable hobbies. Invest in your own enjoyment of good times. This week: Have you noticed you often choose to socialize in a way that is supportive of society? You join committees or start raffles and initiate worthwhile events? This week, you will be involved with groups and perhaps a friend. Since, your interactions with others will be mutually beneficial, by all means, be friendly! Fair Venus is now at the top of your chart, which is useful. It creates favourable circumstances in your business life and makes people in authority look kindly on you.

AQUARIUS

( JAN. 20 — FEB. 18)

Today: Encounters with bosses, parents, the police and authority figures might catch you off-guard today. They could stir up feelings of rebellion or independence? Be careful how you respond. Guard against knee-jerk reactions. Don't say or do anything that you will later regret.

Sunday: Avoid controversial subjects like politics, religion and racial issues today because they will only lead to arguments or bring you down. Instead focus on issues related to home, family and in particular, a female relative.

This week: Once again, this week, the sun is still at the top of your chart, casting you in a flattering spotlight that makes you look good to bosses, parents and VIPS. Obviously, this is your time to act and to do what you can to promote your own agenda. Some of you will have an important interaction with a parent. Don't pretend you are something that you are not because you will be exposed. (That symbolic spotlight.) Travel for pleasure, especially a chance to return someplace you really liked before will resonate strongly within you this week. Maybe you can make plans for the future?

PISCES

( FEB. 19 — MARCH 20)

Today: Be careful because this is an accident-prone day for your sign. Pay attention to everything you say and do. However, on the upside, something exciting and unexpected will occur that might teach you something new about your everyday surroundings or about the world in general? Sunday: Money discussions will go well today, especially discussions about how to boost your income or perhaps buy something that is practical and long-lasting. Meanwhile, discussions about shared property and inheritances will frustrate.

This week: More than other signs, you sometimes “escape” from things you don't like, even if it's just daydreams and fantasies. This week, you want to escape by “getting away from all this.” This is why you will enjoy any chance to travel and have a change of scenery, even if you do this through books and film. This is a fortunate week for you because gifts, goodies and favours from others can come your way. Personally, your love life will be passionate and affectionate. For those of you who are suffering delays with earnings and finances — be assured that by the end of the year, these obstacles are gone.

If your birthday is today: Actress Piper Perabo (1976) shares your birthday today. You want to be the best at anything that you do. Although you appear cavalier, you are intense and competitive. This year will let go of what is no longer relevant or useful and move on to something new and different. This is not a time of loss. Au contraire! You are lightening your load to make room for new beginnings!

If your birthday is on Sunday: Actress Toni Collette (1972) shares your birthday today. You are artistic, talented and shy. Inwardly, you are focused and determined! You're happy to work behind the scenes. Because you are entering a new cycle, it means it's time to define some future goals to determine what you want for yourself in the next few years. Be confident and physically energetic about going after what you want. Just do it!