Yet we'll go no more a-roving By the light of the moon.

Byron, 1817

I'm sure Byron was referring to making the choice about roving, rather than being prevented from roving because of the lack of moonlight. That's a waning moon for ya. However, this weekend the moon is new again, so affairs and projects could be revitalized, especially for earth signs who love a second chance.

Wednesday, April 10 Waning moon in Pisces-Aries. The moon is void of course for the earlier part of the day, so frittering is better than finishing, and you'll find it very hard to stick to the recipe (or code). Pisces could be out of sorts – melancholy for what should be. Aries are raring to go and find others are late (again). Romance for both signs is happiest with earth people (Taureans, Virgos, and Capricorns). VOC 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Thursday, April 11 Dark of the moon in Aries. Incredibly useful astrology for meditation, yoga, or productively sitting still. Not so happy for activities ending with "-boarding." Aries may overextend and then lose their car keys. Ditto for lions. Even scorpions might accidentally sink a stinger into their own anatomy. Libras, no one's your friend right now – everyone is Mr. or Mrs. Right.

Friday, April 12 New moon in Aries. New moons are about fresh starts, but on a spring Friday, I say hit the road, Jack, especially if you're heading out for barbecue. Aries – alone isn't cutting it. Leos, difficulty concentrating now and through the weekend is a given. Capricorns, be discreet today, the weekend is better for colloquy – also physical exertion.

Saturday, April 13 Waxing moon in Taurus. Excellent day for impromptu purchases that are elegant and practical (KitchenAid mixer?). Today and tomorrow could be angsty for Scorpios, especially those of you involved with air signs or Pisces. You'll put the "mental" into "judgmental." Virgos, the next six weeks will teach you how to compromise. Today, practice by overlooking trifles. Cancers, "cozy" and "dozy" work well together.

Sunday, April 14 Waxing moon in Taurus, Mercury moves into Taurus, Mars moves into Gemini. Hold your ground, even if you don't know why you are. Any beautification process may require extra steps. Those of you who completed taxes early will find another interpretation. Taureans, you rule, but your smugness doesn't. Leos, say your piece and don't worry: small acts of thoughtfulness next week will make up for weekend bluntness.

Monday, April 15 Waxing moon in Taurus-Gemini. An early afternoon lunar void of course makes this tax day odder than usual. You may think you're organized, but in fact you've micromanaged, not leaving enough room for marginalia. True Taureans, of course, finished their taxes in March – today they may be tempted to do an "I told you so" with others. Geminis should be brimming with confidence – you kids are heading into a six-week period of being adored and imitated by others (read the Web page for more). Aquarians, it's just a schizzy day for you, and self-understanding isn't in the mix. VOC 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.