Georgia Nicols horoscopes for May 23, 2016

Moon Alert

After 10:30 a.m. Chicago time, avoid shopping or making important decisions. The Moon is in Sagittarius.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Oh my, this is an unpredictable start to your week! Travel plans will encounter speed bumps or be canceled or changed. Likewise, matters related to publishing, universities, colleges, the law and medicine will also have hiccups and detours. But you might learn something new and exciting! Who knows?

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Make friends with your bank account today so that you know what’s happening because this is a tricky day. Checks might be bouncing? It’s important to stay on top of things to avoid being blindsided by the unexpected. Nevertheless, avoid important financial decisions today. Wait until tomorrow.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

The Moon is opposite your sign today, which means you have to go more than halfway when dealing with others. No biggie. This simply requires patience, tolerance and compromise. However, you might need more patience than you anticipate because someone will surprise you.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Your daily routine will change today due to staff shortages, canceled meetings, computer crashes, technical glitches and other unexpected events. This is a poor day for important decisions and expenditures, but you do have to keep a lid on things, don’t you? While at work today, be prepared to do some damage control.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

This is an accident-prone day for your kids so be extra vigilant. Meanwhile, social occasions, parties, luncheons and fun plans might change today. A romantic rendezvous might be canceled or initiated unexpectedly. It’s a crapshoot. The good news is you might have original ideas for artistic projects.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Your home routine will be interrupted today. Small appliances might break down or minor breakages could occur. Someone unexpected might knock on your door. Surprise news from a family member might happen. Expect the unexpected!

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You’re full of clever ideas that are original and out of the box — but will they really fly? Wait until the Moon Alert is over to find out. In the meantime, new faces, new places and new concepts are swirling all around you. Today is full of surprises!

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Keep an eye on your money and possessions today. You might find money; you might lose money. Something you own might be broken, lost or stolen. Keep your eyes open! Write down your moneymaking ideas because they might be worthwhile. Meanwhile, today only buy food or gas; postpone other purchases until tomorrow.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Today the Moon is in your sign; however, it’s a Moon Alert for most of the day. Therefore, be careful! Today you feel independent and energetic! There are many things you want to do or set in motion. Do yourself a favor and wait until the Moon Alert is over before you act.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Today is full of strange things that may come at you from out of the blue. Today is not reliable! Because there will be surprises from people and with events around you, stay light on your feet. Give yourself extra time so you have wiggle room to deal with things.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

People will surprise you today! Perhaps you will meet a character. Meetings could be canceled or changed. If you are having a meeting with someone, don’t volunteer for anything during the Moon Alert. And don’t agree to anything important.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Relations with parents, bosses and authority figures will be dicey today because things are unpredictable. People might give you mixed messages. Ideally, wait until tomorrow to agree to anything because it’s a crazy crapshoot today.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actress-activist Kelly Monaco (1976) shares your birthday today. You are seductive and appealing because you know how to transmit your energy and emotions to others. You are also an excellent problem solver. A new nine-year cycle is the beginning of for you. This opens up many possibilities. You might start a new business activity or change residences. Open any door because your future is in your hands.