Horoscopes for 2-24-2026

Pointing to Polonius.

“I do repent; but heaven hath pleas’d it so
To punish me with this, and this with me,
That I must be their scourge and minister.”

• Shakespeare’s Hamlet (III.iv.173)

Horoscopes for 2-24-2026

Mercury Retrograde 2/27 22° Pisces
Mars into Pisces 3/2 8:16 AM
Full Moon/Eclipse 3/3 5:33 AM

Pisces

There was, and at this point, I’m way too lazy to even search for it, but there was, from my various Shakespeare Theatre feeds, a rehab for actors who quoted Hamlet too often. It was the usual, just a place that would administer a mild electrical shock, think like a shock collar for a dog, except, this place was for actors, mostly British stage and screen, who quoted Hamlet too often. I picked it up from the British tabloids, but it seemed to be true enough. Not that there is merit for just such a narrow kind of rehab. I chatted with a young lad I’d seen on stage, and he could still recite some of the lines from a certain play, with the timing — to my ear — proper. The Tragedy of Hamlet, the Prince Denmark is one of the universal plays. Pisces, glad it’s working out, hope things are better, and don’t reuse old quotes too often. Might want to refrain from quoting Hamlet right now. Remember, “To thine own self be true,” (I.iii.80) as Polonius suggests in the play, and, “brevity the soul of wit.” (II.ii.90)

Or Queen Gertrude? “More matter with less art.” (II.ii.96)

Aries

I’ve written more and more about Mercury in Retrograde. Early on, I published a short treatise about my understanding of the mechanics, the symbolism, and the myths surrounding this celestial event: The Portable Mercury Retrograde. It’s simple but that doesn’t stop it from being complicated. Mercury is retrograde, in Pisces, adjacent to a recent spate of other astrological and astronomical events.

That spells out a kind of noise in the back of the Aries mind, sort of a voice, suggesting, whispering, perhaps too quiet to hear? But as you strain, your own imagination fills in all sorts of disastrous material, taking a bad situation, and making it way worse, painting a picture where all is lost, there is no hope, and there’s nothing to look forward to, ever again.

Taurus

I borrowed this from a certain Leo, and while I wouldn’t suggest it all the time? For this week, next week? For Taurus? Always act like there is an invisible tiara on your head. You are crowned, you are royalty, and you are noticed. I know, with Mercury in arrears, there is a small problem with perceptions, which is why I remembered that certain Leo, and her admonishment, “Always act as if there is an invisible tiara on your head.” It works. Makes your Taurus self think twice before uttering vague, unsubstantiated claims. If you’re wearing a tiara, that means every statement is a royal decree. Think before you utter. Or maybe? Just sit back and let others do your unspoken, royal bidding.

Gemini

There are two frequent noises, cries, I hear from current Gemini conditions. One? “It has to be perfect!” Or, two? “I can fix it now!” Both are punctuated with exclamation marks, and both are hopeful, purpose-driven, and have the best in mind. Both probably won’t work this week, or even next week. But there is a perfect order in imperfections. Mistakes lead to “Ah-ha” moments. Errors occur perfectly at times like this. Just recall that this is Pisces flavor, and at least one Gemini will quip, “Something’s fishy.” Yes, yes indeed. It’s the elusive nature of the reality, the way it bends and folds back on itself? Look: I can’t unmake some of the recent errors in your life. But I can point out that the mistakes will have — eventually — an epiphany, a discovery, or even perfection in the imperfection. This week’s mistakes lead to brilliant discoveries.

Cancer

I used to live close to a bookstore. It was a small place, so the inventory was turned over with a degree of frequency. Made for amusing browsing, for me. Then, too, after living in a confined spaces for so long, I got used to the idea that I couldn’t really acquire more books unless I let some go. Give and take, one in, one out, and the process of discovery. I was thinking about that bookstore I could walk to? Great resource as I never knew what I was going to get. I would set out with a single volume in mind, but then, on the remaindered table, there would be an evocative title I never wanted to pay full retail for, but at a steep discount, sure. This is about meandering with no realistic destination in mind. For me, it was wandering to the grocery, only to stop at the bookstore first, then getting lost looking at the leftover pile, the former bestsellers, or the glossy hardbacks that were being replaced with the paperback versions. Just because you don’t arrive at the stated destination? Wandering works for Moon Children, the Cancer quadrant of the heavens.

The Leo

Leo, my dear Leo, my favorite fixed fire sign? Better than all the rest? Stop struggling. The sooner you stop struggling, the sooner it gets easier. Some of this is your own doing. Some of this not your own doing. Some of this is outside forces that feel like they are designed to make your own Leo life miserable. Not true. No one in his or her right mind would go out of his or her way to make your life harder, more arduous, or difficult. No one. However, the planets are throwing up some shade, some anti-Leo shade, and the best course of action? Nothing.

Stop. Pause. Wait for it…

Mars is the last of the lingering planets in opposition, well, other than Pluto, and Pluto is there for a while, but Mars moves on — eventually. So you stop running into perceived obstacles, and planetary shade, soon. But this next couple of days? Stop struggling. Wait for it.

Virgo

Question for the Virgo? If you can’t see it, does it affect you nonetheless? You see a Full Moon, I see a more powerful pattern emerging. It’s also an echo of what has passed before. There are forces at work, forces beyond your ken, dear Virgo, and that’s what I’m trying to address. Instead of arguing, coercing, or even struggling against the inevitable? Realize that it’s not an inevitable outcome, but a possible step along the way. Understanding some of the symbolism helps. Emotions, and the emotional content of the times seems to be up a notch. Or two. Maybe higher than that. But it’s merely emotional coloring, a shading, a distinct hue that infuses the Virgo scene, if only for a moment or two. Or day. Or three. Or the whole next week? Don’t confuse what you see with what is really there. Looks, Mercury is in its retrograde pattern opposite from you, looks can be deceiving.

Libra

Because I have a dark sense of humor? That passage from Shakespeare’s Hamlet — it’s Hamlet himself, as he drags off the body of Polonius. While it’s serious and terrifying, it can be played for some dark humor. Think I’ve seen it done that way, might be me. But my dark humor, and faulty memory is what helps loving Libra along. It’s that silent smirk, that sly wink and nod, and that simple understanding that some things in the current version of the Life of Libra are not what they appear to be. Is it dark humor? Bathos? Pathos? Or is this, as I’ve suggested, a two-edged sword, maybe dark humor, pity, tragedy? Libra, like the character Hamlet, both judge and executioner?

Scorpio

The “buy” cycle. I was thinking about this, especially in respect to an upgrade currently available for some of my own, personal technology. Do I need a new one? Yes. No. Not really, but I want a new one. Is it really that much better? In the current vernacular? “Meh.” There is a heart’s desire for the newer tech, but is it really necessary? Does it perform better than anything else? And do I really require more speed, faster processing? My techie mind jumps up and down, “Yes! Yes, yes, buy it, buy it now!” The rational portion of my brain wonders if it will be on sale in a few weeks. Deeply discounted, or like buying a used car, maybe not a new one as a used one would be much less expensive. Decisions, decisions, and almost analysis paralysis — usually reserved for Virgo. As part of the “buy” cycle influencing dear Scorpio, though, maybe put this off for a moment. Take a pause, look at what you wanted, then think about it. Mercury is retrograde, and maybe today, this week, isn’t the best time to part with the cash — unless you’re sending it to me. (Hint: I cost less, much less.)

Sagittarius

Not a new observation, not from me. I’m native Texan, and as such, I’ve observed that we’re not generally good drivers, even in the best of situations. Duly noted? When there is a cold snap, possible freezing? I stay in. I don’t go anywhere. I make no effort to leave. Unless it is a dire, and by that I mean dire emergency? Not going anywhere. Safest for me, safest for those on the road. Safest for everyone. Understand what our limits are. Understand what we can, and can’t, do. Respect those limits. “Just hide, like an ostrich, with your head in the sand?” Pretty much. Until some of this blows over? Getting engaged, then getting enraged? Doesn’t do our Sagittarius selves much good. Leave it alone, if just for now. Like I suggested, use my example of not driving in freezing weather. Better all the way around.

Capricorn

There are two pieces at play, but looking ahead at Mercury’s manic machinations? The first is Capricorn coming up with the perfect riposte, a snarky answer to someone’s stupid question, like, “If you didn’t want a sarcastic answer, you shouldn’t have asked such a stupid question,” and the problem, for Capricorn? Coming up with that answer after someone has walked away. But as I suggested, there are two parts to this Capricorn crap. The first is the comment that elicits a snarky, sarcastic response from your Capricorn self, and as I’ve noted, you think of that answer too late to get it off in time to zing the offender. However, that second part? Maybe missing the mark for the stinging, sarcastic, possibly caustic response? Maybe that’s for the better. Not all Mercury-retrograde problems are bad. Part one? Snappy comeback, too late. Part two? Maybe missing that snappy retort saves your Capricorn selves.

Aquarius

An old trick — a very old trick that dates back to a trailer park in Austin? I would drink regular coffee from a demitasse, think espresso-sized, cup and saucer. Bitterly cold, the other morning, I was drinking from a two-ounce cup with its companion saucer to catch my sloppy drips. I was thinking what to say about Aquarius in the face of what’s there, and watching as I stood at the stove, a pot of coffee on the warmer, helping myself to more coffee, taking a sip, nearly draining the diminutive cup, and filling it up again, all before stepping back to work. Great idea, tiny cups to regulate the coffee intake, keep everything warm on these cold February mornings. Great plan. That great idea, though, is thwarted when I stand at the stovetop and guzzle the coffee. So much for regulating my intake, going for the moderating modicum. Yeah, great idea, but I have to adhere to my own standards, and that’s where this falls apart. What to watch for? Setting a simple routine in place, setting an Aquarius standard, and then failing to follow your own rules.

I can hear it in the background, “It was a good idea at the time.”