Peggy Plots Your Planets

By Peggy Allison

Thursday, June 19, 2008 | midnight

Peggy Allison is the author of The Fundamentals of Astrology: A Comprehensive Guide for the Beginner. She is a professional astrologer who lives on St. Thomas in the Virgin Islands and prepares personal astrological charts. Contact her at 340-774-2932, 340-513-3755, or through her email.

ARIES (March 20-April 19)

Mercury moves direct today, thank you very much. This should bring closure in the miscommunication department. Expect fewer delays as the season marches on. Summer solstice. You may notice a few of the seeds you planted are beginning to blossom. The sun in Cancer brings a glow to the front door. Yes indeed, the home front takes center stage. Host a get-together with friends this weekend. Nice time to do a little makeover or plan a home improvement. Go ahead and give the place a spruce-up. With Mars, your ruling planet, in sister fire sign Leo, you can expect your social life to continue in high gear.

TAURUS (April 19-May 20)

Mercury moves direct todayl. No more miscommunication, my friend. Mars sends energy to the home front. Celebrate a birthday today with a Gemini pal. On Friday, the sun enters Cancer and the summer solstice arrives. This is your week to communicate. Talk with other little bulls. Your neighbors are friendly. Your personal schedule gets busier this week. Get creative on the home front. Do your home improvement projects. You will be pleased to get the place in shape. Show your ideas. Engage in important talks this weekend. This is also a prime time to meet other people.

GEMINI (May 20-June 20)

Today, Mercury moves forward. You love to talk, so okay, my friend, no more miscommunication. You may need to help someone out financially this weekend. No worry. Could be you pick up a tab. On Sunday, you glow, dear little genius. You will shine at gatherings. You have just the right words, my friend. You could receive a gift from a family member. The sun hangs out with sweet Venus. Write down your wishes, something you want to accomplish before your next birthday next year. Set a goal for the year. Do not be surprised what you learn this week.

CANCER (June 20-July 22)

Summer arrives Friday, and yes, so does your birthday month. It’s the summer solstice. Happy birthday. Mercury moves forward today. Expect fewer delays and less miscommunication. Venus, the peacemaker, moves to your sign. Now, my friend, you may find yourself at the start of a whole new solar cycle. Keep your ears open this week. Someone may reveal a secret. Could be a Gemini. Prepare the future. Aim high. Gain the skills you desire. Share your hopes with others. You may find you are ready for the new and it is about time with such a busy schedule.

LEO (July 22-Aug. 22)

Summer solstice Friday. Summer has arrived. You could notice a change in the balance of power in your life because of a financial or professional change. Jupiter and Uranus go to work, and you could receive a sudden raise or promotion, my friend. Roar on, Mr. Lion. The boss sends compliments your way. Mercury moves direct. No more Murphy’s Law and you may notice fewer delays. Mars brings confidence. Get out and notice how visible you really are. Join in with the little crabs as they start celebrating birthdays

VIRGO (Aug. 22-Sept. 22)

As Pluto retreats back to Sagittarius, a few of you little Virgos may decide it is time to move on. Mercury, your ruling planet, sends blessings as he moves forward again. Now you may notice fewer delays and less miscommunication. It is time to begin the new. Cancer steps up to the stage for a month of celebrations. Summer arrives. It is summer solstice. Go ahead, party with your Cancer pals. This gives the opportunity to de-chaos. Why not have a little fun. Finish all old business. Get ready for the new. Connect with some friends you have not seen for a while.

LIBRA (Sept. 22-Oct. 22)

The new moon and the full moon have encouraged you to learn all you can this month. Mercury moves forward today. Gain some higher knowledge. It may come in handy next month. Could make a difference. Now get the break you need. Yes indeed, the sun is in Cancer, and summer has arrived. Spend time by the beach. Reading and travel are ways to gain higher knowledge. You learn through books and travel. Listen between the lines. You may catch a hint of an opportunity. Spend time with friends. Tell them about your ideas, hopes and wishes.

SCORPIO (Oct. 22-Nov. 21)

It’s the summer solstice. Yes indeed, my friend, summer has arrived. Now your mate is doing quite well these days and financially speaking may send a little money your way. Mix the vacations up a bit this year. Could travel on a business trip. There is nothing wrong with taking a different journey. Go ahead, take a chance today. You sometimes get a little negative. You look for unexpected expenses. Luck could be on your side, my friend, but do not try to break the bank. Test your luck. Buy a ticket. Could win.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Mercury moves forward again. Mars in fellow fire sign Leo. Okay, dear little traveler. This may be your time to experience new things. My friend, this may be the time to put travel on your agenda. The sun in Cancer sends a glow from others to you business-minded Sags. Keep an eye on the career department. Could be you are entitled to more perks than you had realized. Remember, my friend, Saturn does bring rewards for your hard work. Yes indeed, summer has arrived. Mercury is direct again. Fewer misunderstandings and delays. The sun in Cancer with sweet Venus brings a reward to your earned income department.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 21-Jan. 20)

The sun and Venus take up residence in your relationship department. Love and money flow your way. Mars dwells in Leo. The banker is friendly. Take advantage. The red planet moves out next week. Mercury, the messenger, moves forward again. You will notice you are less misunderstood and you may experience fewer delays on your trips down the mountain. You could earn a bonus of some sort. Yes indeed, co-workers are friendly. Go ahead and say what needs to be said this week. Remember, little mountain goat, you do not need to work all the time. Go ahead and join in for a little fun. Summer is here. Spend time by the water.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19)

Summer solstice time. Yes indeed, summer arrives and Cancer begins a month of birthday celebrations. When the sun moves to Cancer, you can expect to have more energy. Mercury, the messenger, moves forward again. Now you can begin your new projects. Lady Luck is on your side, my friend. Misunderstanding with loved ones gets cleared up. Fewer delays. Now is the time to move forward again. Finances move in a positive manner. Good news with work-related projects. You could receive a profit from a small raise or bonus. Yes indeed, new perks could flow your way. Share your ideas with others.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

Summer has arrived. Yes indeed, the summer solstice brings a smile to all you little water signs. Invite a Scorpio along. He may have a secret to share. Mercury moves forward again. Now you may swim in a larger pond with less misunderstanding and fewer delays. Lady Luck flows your way while the sun visits with Venus, the planet of love and money. A special person could come into your life,. Your social life speeds up. Now this, my friend, while Mars visits Leo, could bring you the gift to make an impact on decision-makers in your daily work sector. Keep moving forward. Do not drag behind the scenes.