GEORGIA NICOLS

All signs: Avoid shopping or making important decisions from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. today.

Aries (March 21-April 19): You're determined to get a lot done today despite the fuzzy influence of the Moon Alert. Take care of red-tape details related to shared property and finances but wait until the Moon Alert is over to act.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): If you are co-operative with others today, this day will be easier for you. Meanwhile, during the Moon Alert, don't agree to anything important and don't volunteer for anything.

Gemini (May 21-June 20): Financial matters, cash flow, earnings and purchases have your attention. Be aware of the Moon Alert today and restrict your spending to food and gas.

Cancer (June 21-July 22): You are empowered because the sun and Mercury are in your sign. In fact, during the Moon Alert today, you will be very creative, sociable and friendly with others.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): You have high energy because fiery Mars is still in your sign. Fortunately, Venus is in your sign as well and this will soften your aggressiveness. Cocoon at home today, especially during the Moon Alert.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): This is a friendly week. Enjoy schmoozing with others, especially younger people. During the Moon Alert today, make no promises to others and don't agree to anything important.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Parents, bosses, teachers and authority figures continue to admire you now, which is why this is the time to make your pitch and go after what you want. However, note the Moon Alert today and avoid asking for anything during that time.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): This week begins with the moon in your sign, which is an indication that you're primed to go after what you want. Admittedly, there is a Moon Alert today during which you might feel adrift and indecisive.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): After the Moon Alert is over today, the moon will move into your sign and this will give you a slight advantage over all the other signs. When the moon is in your sign (for two days every month) always go after what you want.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Remember that you need more sleep this week. If you're negotiating today or later this week, you have the upper hand, which is good news. However, do not negotiate or agree to anything important during today's Moon Alert.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): This will be a productive week for you. Today, in particular, bosses, parents, teachers and the police notice you more than usual. You must also be aware of the limitations of the Moon Alert today and agree to nothing important during that time. Don't shop.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): A playful week! Nevertheless, you're also keen to work and be productive. Today you want to do something different so that you feel stimulated.

If Your Birthday Is Today: Actor Jared Padalecki (1982) shares your birthday. You are proud, persistent and courageous. This is a year of building, construction and hard work for you.