The half-moon completely is shining On the earth-lighted tops of the trees. To be dead, a house must be still.

James Dickey, "In the Tree House at Night"

Didn't know the bard of Deliverance also wrote poetry, did you? Well, he's onto something here. The waxing moon is half seen, and this week's lunar theme is about "things getting revealed." Gemini and other air signs could be conduits to revelation – frankness trumps all.

Wednesday, April 17 Waxing moon in Gemini. Usually this lunar phase isn't useful for hard work, but thanks to Saturn's influence, the busy beaver chews information thoroughly. Analysis? Puh-leeze. Geminis, you need a broad canvas or a large group to be at your best – you'll make an effort for the listserv that you won't for the beloved in the next chair. Libras should weigh possibilities, but only after getting everyone else's opinion. VOC 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Thursday, April 18 Waxing moon in Cancer. Sometimes we nurture in spite of ourselves. Hold open a door for someone who's not as kindly. Cancers are familiar with this phase; you crabs should expect affection, but those of you born July 1 through 4 may be possessive without meaning to be. Capricorns, don't spend too much of yourself on others – resentment is too close to the surface.

Friday, April 19 Waxing moon in Cancer. Food shopping could be oddly satisfying, especially laying in large stores of baked goods. Cancers needn't share every insight – in fact, devoting yourself to absorbing technical matters instead of the whims of the "soft machine" is self-sparing indeed. Virgos and Taureans may be unintentionally intense about protocol. VOC 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. tomorrow.

Saturday, April 20 First quarter moon in Leo. OK, now it's party time, especially for the folks who need encouragement. Leos, make your power plays this weekend but try not to raise your voice. We're paying plenty of attention. Taureans could get into trouble if they expect others to follow through on what they promised. Sagittarians need to perform some athletic feat – exertion is your friend. Aries, are you promising more than you'll deliver in love?

Sunday, April 21 Waxing moon in Leo, sun moves into Taurus. The Aquarians and the Scorpios must be heard; make sure your equipment is plugged in before you start to play. Leos (especially August 15 and after), share self-doubt with a therapist or the mirror – your circle needn't know how the sausage of self-esteem is really made. Aquarians, spend time with those who speak your language, be it technogab or slang. Translation isn't your forte now.

Monday, April 22 Waxing moon in Virgo. Movement is slow but deliberate, and circumstances are excellent for improving organization (flowcharts, schedules, and assembly lines). Virgos (especially September 2-5) are taking on too much responsibility. Can you remind yourself of that when you get stressed from now through Mother's Day? Scorpios and Cancers, you may be more appealing romantically if you show your vulnerable side. Can you do that?