Aries (March 21 - April 19) Don't get discouraged when shopping turns frustrating today. The first grocery store you visit may be out of peperoncinis, and the second may be out of the sausage you need for the main course. You may do a bit of wandering about today, but the ultimate result will be worth it.
Taurus (April 20 - May 20) A marriage of ingredients will make a blissful union on your table tonight. Mix classics together, such as sausage with fennel, cherries with chocolate, and apples with cinnamon. Hark back to old favorites and don't feel boring if you make something you've made a million times before.
Gemini (May 21 - June 21) With a stark landscape out in the yard, you will be very grateful for the appearance of holly, small-red berries, and paper whites popping up in the yard. Bold colors against a billowy background will have a striking effect, changing your ideas of a winter aesthetic.
Cancer (June 22 - July 22) You may recall a good bit of your high school French, but do you really think you've retained enough to follow a French recipe? Get out your language dictionaries and get adventurous, but try to recognize when you're in over your head.
Leo (July 23 - August 22) As much as you are open-minded, never once judging your neighbors for their ratty carpet or the crab grass in your yard, you may realize that nice things do matter in your own home. Set standards for your own living. It's okay to want the nicer things in life.
Virgo (August 23 - September 22) As the craft fair approaches you may realize that you set a few unrealistic goals. How many vases did you promise you had made? Yikes. Focus on making only a few truly spectacular pieces, then follow up with a simpler model. Your ability to bend the rules and provide variety will save the day.
Libra (September 23 - October 22) Your indoor garden just seems to give and give, unaware of the cold weather outside. Instead of scrapping the new shoots on your spider plant, keep your clippings in a glass of water and hand them out to visiting friends. You can all share in the bounty of the indoor garden.
Scorpio (October 23 - November 21) You believe that all cleansers are the same, but a new product will have you (and your shower walls) gleaming today. Did you know that your tiles could get that white? You may even include the shower in the tour of your home when guests come by.
Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21) You may always have an air of politeness to you, but shy? No way! Tonight, don't hesitate to ask for seconds at the dinner table. Your enthusiasm for the meal will be such a boost for the host of the party. Compliment and indulge tonight.
Capricorn (December 22 - January 19) You have always liked things to be just so, but today you may take your particular tastes to a new level. A hyper-awareness of details will lead you to straighten already-even pictures. Though it's nice to have everything in order, a cup of tea and some deep breaths may relax you a bit.
Aquarius (January 20 - February 18) You woke up with boundless energy this morning, but unfortunately, the rest of the world seems groggy and snowed in. Maybe you will be the one outside with a shovel and a bag of salt, clearing the way for others to go outdoors and get on with their lives.
Pisces (February 19 - March 20) Your entryway is clean, yes -- but can it be more welcoming? Would those who know you best be able to tell that this is your home upon approaching the door? Think about ways to make your facade friendlier and maybe just a little bit more you.
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.
