I'll always remember my first, real, big no in the work world. A new supervisor, who wanted to look good on paper, who wanted to impress, I guess, began suggesting that I conduct my business in unethical ways. Soon, the suggestions became recommendations. And then came the closed-door directive.

My daughter is a stickler for routine.  If a change occurs without her knowledge, you will find her in quite a tizzy.  Yesterday the weather report called for storms and possible tornadoes.  I'd told her the night before that I might not be able to walk to school to pick her up.  Panic flashed across her face.  I assured her I'd do my best not to change the routine and sent her to bed. 

Mother’s Day is on the calendric horizon. The Mother of The Year Awards have begun. These lucky women will have a celebrity chef deliver their breakfast in bed, take an exotic trip to Bora Bora, or win a year’s supply of Tide.

Sashay, Shante! Today's Taurus new moon is also a game-changing eclipse. Taurus rules the zodiac's second house of work and money, and eclipses are known to bring surprise events (and opportunities) out of the blue. Dunno about you, but we're ready for this economic stimulus package, courtesy of the stars. Solar eclipses fall at new moons, which means they bring fresh beginnings, often out of the blue. (Read our feature on solar and lunar eclipses to learn more.)