ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Although your patience at times might be pushed beyond its breaking point, you won't give up on whatever it is you're doing -- mostly because you can see the results in your mind.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Because you're smart enough to not let your optimism cloud out reality, success will be yours. You realize that accomplishments come from seeing things and people for what they are.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- New channels are likely to be opened, enabling you to add to your resources. It won't be luck that makes it happen, it'll be a whole lot of elbow grease.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A powerful desire to explore fresh avenues of self-expression could be extremely strong within you. However, if you're going to indulge, measure both the good and bad aspects.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You'll feel better about yourself if you first complete what you have on the drawing board before launching a new endeavor. Rewards for doing so are at hand -- don't get off course.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- An interesting development having to do with your social life could be looming. Chances are it will involve someone you've wanted to meet for quite some time.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Make it a point to elevate your expectations regarding what you'd like to get out of your job or career. Don't allow self-doubt to cause you to believe that your goals are unattainable.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Although you're in a cycle where you're likely to be something of a visionary, if you hope to make your dreams a reality, you must still be pragmatic about what you want.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- If you've been contemplating an investment, don't make any moves without first consulting a friend who is an expert and has effectively advised you previously.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- An alliance in which you're now involved has mutual benefits to share, but you must nurture it properly if you want it to continue to offer its bounty.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Although at times you might have temporarily experienced some disenchantment with your work, you've never felt impelled to change jobs. Once again any career problems will pass.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Go with the flow, but don't depend on a new social contact to help you advance a commercial endeavor. It could be unsettling if your acquaintance fails to deliver.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Trying to pin the blame on another for something that goes awry will not only make you look bad, but could cost you a valued relationship. 'Fess up to your error.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- If you can't afford to splurge a little, it would be best to leave all your credit cards at home. It will be far too easy for you to yield to your extravagant urges right now.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Having little patience or respect for those who throw their weight around or don't do things exactly the way you wish could cause you to speak up in ways you'll regret.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Unless you find a release for your irritability, you could become so frustrated that you're likely to pick a fight over the least little thing. Being aware of your state can help you do something about it.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Assess the costs in both time and money before committing yourself to a group involvement. If the event doesn't warrant your time and energy, beg off.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Although there is nothing wrong with having strong ambitions, that might not be so regarding the ways you go about attempting to achieve them. Guard against throwing a temper tantrum.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- There is a good chance you could find yourself once again closely involved with someone with whom you've had disagreements in the past. Unfortunately, the same disputes might arise afresh.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- That curiosity of yours is likely to be a bit more intense than usual, and it could tempt you to put your nose into places where it doesn't belong. Keep your sniffer focused on your own odors.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- It behooves you to disregard the conflicting opinions of someone who always seems to know better. Any heated response on your part could only add fuel to the fire.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- The best way to avoid friction with co-workers is to not take their complaints as a personal affront. Of course, at times this might be easier said than done, but at least try.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- It's important not to misinterpret a friend's remarks or independent behavior as disloyalty of any kind. Allow him or her to be blunt at times and to follow his or her own star.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- By reacting in kind to the irritable crankiness of someone in your household, you could unnecessarily set off an explosion among the clan. Bite your tongue or count to 10 instead.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- If an alliance that you established in the past didn't work out, think twice before getting involved once again. Ask: was it the team or the objective that was at fault?

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Just because a co-worker isn't in accord with your way of doing things doesn't mean you can't succeed. Don't allow a disagreement between you to shut the production down.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You should guard against an inclination to be too possessive or too demanding of your loved ones. This type of behavior usually has a tendency to push others away, instead of drawing them to you.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Neither you nor your mate should make any major decision without first discussing it with the other. If either of you take action independently, it will only cause problems.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Someone you dislike for no particular reason doesn't feel the same way about you. Instead of holding fast to this bias, give the person the benefit of the doubt and get to know him or her better.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- If you give in to urges to take a risk on an exciting someone, there's a good chance you could back the wrong horse. It's what's deep within this person that really counts, and chances are it stinks.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- The possibilities for the kind of independent operation you like are very slim, mostly because you're likely to allow others to make demands on your time. Try to make some time for yourself, as well.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Don't permit a past infraction by another to totally distort your thinking about him or her. Be on guard, but allow this person a second chance, just in case it was one rare moment of indiscretion.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- A friend of yours who has yet to return something that he or she borrowed will put the bite on you for another loan. Before you accede, establish some strict ground rules.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Striving to make your mark in the world is admirable, but not if it's done at the expense of others. Know the difference between climbing and clawing your way up to the top.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Be careful about offering any advice to others, even if asked. If what you say is misunderstood or misinterpreted, you could be blamed for the asking party's failure.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- There is a negative situation that you've had ample opportunity to change but that you haven't done anything about. Unfortunately, this opens the door for another to walk in and alter it to his or her liking.