Aries (March 21 - April 19) You are channeling the stamina of a pioneer today, trudging across potentially dangerous and unknown lands, searching for a better life. Whether the new ground you're covering is a new flea market in a neighboring town or a dusty and complicated cookbook, know that your tenacity will reap many rewards.
Taurus (April 20 - May 20) You can't help but be a little pompous sometimes, how can you help it when you are usually right and often have such amazing ideas? It wouldn't hurt to deflate your balloon a bit or your mind may not be receptive to (someone else's) perfect plan.
Gemini (May 21 - June 21) You're feeling less adaptable than usual, especially to welcoming new technology into your life. You can't keep lamenting how simple it used to be, when everyone had landlines and you stored the important numbers in your brain. Don't waste too much energy resisting when you, more than anyone, should embrace all powers of communication.
Cancer (June 22 - July 22) Yes, the antique wardrobe is exquisite and the mahogany would so perfectly compliment your bed frame. The matching mirror is the only imaginable accompaniment for the facing wall and are about to hardly think twice before pulling out your credit card, but ... you catch yourself just in time. Make sure your new bedroom set is within your budget.
Leo (July 23 - August 22) Make some homemade pesto with fresh garlic and pine nuts with the mountains of basil growing in your greenhouse herb garden. Freeze it in ice cube trays for a meal sized summer burst of pesto all through the winter. Make enough to share a few cubes with your neighbors for a green December treat.
Virgo (August 23 - September 22) If your friend needs help moving today, you've got your overalls on and your screwdriver in your back pocket before your hang up the phone. You don't even have to ask if your elderly neighbor wants help out with her trash, you've already decided to take it out for her every week. Your willingness to help is beautiful and inspiring.
Libra (September 23 - October 22) You may feel the need to balance your criticism with some positive reinforcement, but don't let your critique turn into a lukewarm compliment. Frank diplomacy will get you further than euphemisms and pussyfooting around what you really want to say.
Scorpio (October 23 - November 21) Do your best not to get stressed about creative projects today. You've taken on a mammoth endeavor that requires loads of time, patience and endurance. Don't make it hard on yourself by adding unnecessary pressure. If it's feeling too intense and overwhelming, pick it up another day.
Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21) It's lovely to be able to go back into your old photo albums and reminisce about your past gardens and incarnations of your home. Imagine how you could give your pictures more exposure by making a collage or selecting a series for your refrigerator magnets.
Capricorn (December 22 - January 19) Be wary of business deals and watch for the worst when participating in even the tiniest transactions. Count your change at the garden store and make sure you check out the motor on the lawn mower before making the trade. Don't be suspicious -- just careful.
Aquarius (January 20 - February 18) You'd better bring a list to the grocery store or you'll be pushing your cart back and forth down the aisles as you change your mind again and again about what to cook for dinner. Listen for and follow your impulses and do your best not to second guess.
Pisces (February 19 - March 20) There are so many beautiful things to think about- like your stunning collection of polished stones or the rich color and stripes of your prized squash. You may get lost staring at your newly sharpened array of colored pencils, but try to give yourself a time limit on appreciation so you can get something done.
Former New York Yankees left-hander Fritz Peterson died at the age of 82. He is probably best known exchanging wives with teammate Mike Kekich in the 1970s.
