Venus and Jupiter are now bright in the western sky after sunset, decorous in the heavens, and shining charm and beauty upon earth. They are both quincunx Mars in Taurus, creating some friction, but Venus rules all now; that friction can get very hot!

March 21 – April 20

Passion is riding very high now. Mr./Ms. Right-Now can feel too much like Mr./Ms. Right. You might even be with your perfect match, but it takes time to be sure! The sex is hot, in any event. Shopping together is a good test.

April 21 – May 20

Romance can spark at the gym or wherever you exercise. Don’t show off – you can get hurt that way! Opportunities can also arise at work. That’s usually a bad idea, but now… well, think it through at least.

May 21 – June 21

Indulge in fantasy play – erotic or otherwise. Act out, write down, draw or sing whatever dreams or nightmares come to you. Your subconscious is alight as a playground or stage to use as you will.

June 22 – July 22

Your skills as a hostess are in top form. Exploit that ability for whatever social or political ladders you want to climb. You’ll run into a little interference, but the challenge will only help you hone those skills.

July 23 – Aug. 22

You are as charming and sweet as ever – God help the rest of us! One can O.D. on charm, and you already operate on high levels. Be careful with the higher-ups. Your nose is looking mighty brown these days, despite your best efforts.

Aug. 23 – Sept. 22

Money comes and goes very easily now. If you can plug that hole in your pocket, it will fill up again. Still, it doesn’t happen automatically. Get out and about, and you will make out!

Sept. 23 – Oct. 22

Your natural charm is working overtime – more than you realize, and more flirtatiously. You could effortlessly seduce almost anyone you want to. Be very careful not to tease unless you’re ready to deliver.

Oct. 23 – Nov. 21

Every Scorpio has at least a bit of a paranoid streak. This is an ideal time to examine yours and put some of those dark fears to rest. A few arguments may help clear the air. Don’t be scared, but don’t get nasty, either!

Nov. 22 – Dec. 21

Your teamwork instincts – such as they are – are in top form now. At work, in politics or in any team sport, this is an excellent time to practice those skills that are generally less dependable, you maverick!

Dec. 22 – Jan. 19

Your abilities are usually enough to get you ahead, but don’t underestimate the value of charm. Everyone is a little nicer these days, making it an ideal time to practice the applications of grace and allure in your career.

Jan. 20 – Feb. 18

A little vacation to flee domestic troubles only postpones and complicates trouble. Some novel perspective – perhaps a lesson from some distant culture or philosophy – should offer great new insight into those problems at home.

Feb. 19 – March 20

Sometimes your brain and your mouth seem to be in different universes, and you are shocked to find out what your mouth said while you were off somewhere else. You’re especially sweet, flirtatious and naughty now. Enjoy it, but stay present!