We still have that Jupiter-Uranus square shaking things up. Mars and the Sun are helping us to see ways to turn surprises into opportunities. Hard work, foresight and cooperation come a little more easily and will prove well worth the effort.

March 20 – April 18

Hard work will pay off in any event. Utilizing your connections and looking ahead will help a lot. Coping innovatively with the inevitable snafus will get you recognized as a brilliant achiever.

April 19 – May 20

Friends and their demands are getting complicated, leading to political conflicts. Going to bed with pals is not one of your values, so play that card carefully, if at all. Stay true to your own values and goals, and let your friends work around them.

May 21 – June 20

Your partner’s efforts to promote your career will lead to some interesting new developments – perhaps a new career? Taking a long-range perspective and keeping your baby busy in bed can avoid trouble and help inspire your own career moves.

June 21 – July 22

Urges for novelty and experimentation can lead you into risky territory. Sex play with someone you love and trust is the safest way to satisfy that desire. Exotic strangers can be great fun, but those you meet now may have some awful disease.

July 23 – Aug. 22

Real creativity takes discipline. This is one of those times you can be more creative by focusing your attention on the mundane tasks at hand and being supportive of your partner. Out of these everyday details will come inspiration and joy.

Aug. 23 – Sept. 22

It’s a great time for fussing around the house and decorating. Doing it with your partner or even a roommate can vastly improve your relationship. Play with new and different ideas; you don’t need to commit to any of them.

Sept. 23 – Oct. 22

Explore some new, expressive outlet or take a class to brush up on neglected skills. Grab the first mad impulse in your head, think it through, make a plan and let reality throw you into “Plan B.” It will work out better than your “Plan A.”

Oct. 23 – Nov. 21

Practicing domestic economy does not mean hitting the sales and spending “less” money. Sort treasures from trash, but take a creative look at the latter. There should be some new life or good resale value in your old junk.

Nov. 22 – Dec. 21

You are especially articulate now on matters of family or community finances. Work on those issues with others in your tribe; alone, you could invite disaster. Even without broaching the subject, talking with relatives will provide grounding and insight.

Dec. 22 – Jan. 19

Volunteer work is ultimately about enlightened self-interest. Even if the point is ostensibly to help others, you’ll quickly see what you have to gain from your “altruistic” efforts. Roll up your sleeves and dig in!

Jan. 20 – Feb. 18

Recent financial upsets could be opportunities in disguise. Confirm inspirations and hunches by talking with friends you trust about such matters. Your own brilliance may carry the day, but only if you acknowledge the efforts of others.

Feb. 19 – March 19

Friends will draw notice your way when you least expect or want it. Relax and accept the attention with good grace. It could prove very helpful for your career. Professionally or otherwise, your reputation will be boosted.