ARIES (March 21-April 19): There is plenty going on behind closed doors that you may want to look into. If anyone around you is being secretive, you should question why. Being left out of something that may influence your life personally or professionally is apparent.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You’ll be in the limelight if you aren’t careful. Choose your battles and refrain from talking about something you know little about. You will receive poor information and may be blamed for meddling if you pass along what you hear.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Use your insight and charm to weather any storm brewing at work or with your peers. Be careful not to offer too much to someone looking for a handout. This person may also want to take credit for something you contributed.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Don’t hold back when you have so much to gain by sharing and pushing your ideas. An emotional encounter will help you clarify where you stand and what your options are. Be forward-thinking, and take action.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Don’t take anything or anyone for granted. The time to lay your cards on the table honestly and openly is now. Alterations at home can bring financial gain. Look into changes that will save you emotionally and financially.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You’ll be attracted to someone who may be off-limits. Keep things simple, and avoid letting anyone know how you feel. Mixing business with pleasure may be enticing, but it’s certainly not practical.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Your past performance may be brought out into the open now by someone looking for attention. Offer friendship, help, and courtesy, and you will avoid a situation that will make you nervous.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Use your wit to come out on top when dealing with personal situations that can alter the way things are done at home. You can’t let anyone persuade you to do things that don’t suit your needs.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Avoid any serious pursuits. You need to recharge and to put things in perspective. Have some fun with someone you enjoy spending time with, and you will find it much easier to face the responsibilities that you have taken on.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Reviving treasured memories will help you realize what you have given up and what you should try to incorporate back into your life. Go after jobs that allow you to put your skills, talents, and things you enjoy to the test.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Don’t let someone’s anger stop you from doing what you feel is best for you. There is money to be made or saved. Someone from your past will be able to shed some light on a situation that makes no sense to you.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Your emotions will be difficult to control, but if you follow your heart, you can sort out differences regarding money, contracts, or negotiations. Don’t let your own uncertainty ruin a good partnership.

Wednesday haiku:

Walked into a tree
while playing Marco Polo.
Boy, are my friends dicks.

Things are so hard now.
I wish things were black and white.
Except for bathrooms.

When I was seven
I almost burned the house down.
‘Twas Jiffy Pop’s fault.

“Passed out on the john.”
Not as embarrassing as
“passed out in the john.”

Clothes in the dryer,
But need these pants dry for work!
Wait, I’ve an oven…

High school reunion:
why would I bother with that?
Oh yeah! Open bar.

No, son, you can’t join
a political party;
wait until you’re six.

Who do I miss most?
It’s not my dad or my mom.
It’s the carefree me.

I drove all the way
across the country to hear,
“Why didn’t you fly?”

I failed my midterm.
Not from lack of knowledge, but
lack of an alarm.

“It’ll never work.”
Don’t take that as a warning,
but as a challenge.