ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- If you need to have something serviced, check your sources as to who would do the better job. If you don't, you'll be leaving it up to chance as to what kind of result you can expect.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Being far too possessive of someone with whom you're emotionally involved could jeopardize the relationship. Loving the person is one thing, smothering him or her is another.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Have some consideration for your mate's point of view regarding a vital family issue. If you are oblivious to what he or she thinks, it could trigger a whopper of an argument.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- When working on a task that requires the use of tools, do not allow yourself to be rushed beyond what is a reasonable, safe pace. The world won't come to an end if the job takes you a bit longer.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Attempt to manage your financial resources with the care of a hard-nosed banker. If instead you are careless or extravagant, you can expect to suffer some financial inconveniences down the line.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Whether you're aware of it or not, the example you set will be the one everybody follows. If you're nasty or difficult to deal with, expect others to be so as well.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Should a person with whom you have dealings begin to anger you, keep it to yourself. You'd only make things worse if you react with shouts or harsh words.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- If at all possible, keep your financial affairs to yourself, and by the same token, keep your nose out of those of others. Privacy will be highly valued by everyone with whom you're involved.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- If someone for whom you're doing a job gives you specific instructions, don't deviate from them without checking with that person first. If you do, serious complications could result.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Keep your opinions and/or suggestions to yourself regarding a matter in which you're not directly involved. Even if the receiving party is a close pal, your input won't be welcomed.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- If you spot shenanigans perpetrated by someone who does not operate out in the open, don't let him or her know you're hip. This way, you'll have the advantage of surprise.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Try not to do anything that could further antagonize an already reluctant ally. This person's support could be crucial to you.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Think of your hard work on a difficult project as a labor of love, and your toil will seem much easier. A positive, happy attitude will enhance your abilities.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- There is a possibility that many of you Bulls who are unattached could rekindle a past romance at this time. From out of the blue, you might encounter or hear from an old flame.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- One of your greatest assets is your ability to finalize historically tricky situations with a minimum of fuss. Finish with the old before starting the new.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- An arrangement you enter into should be long-lasting and of equal benefit to both parties. This will be especially important if you're dealing with a member of the opposite gender.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Should you be in need of an expensive service requiring an expert, shop around before committing. There's a good chance you'll save yourself some money.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Regardless of the involvements you might have, you're likely to make a good impression on all those you encounter. Bask in your well- deserved popularity.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- A better understanding of what is best for you, as well as for your entire family, can be achieved. Bring any constructive, common interests to the forefront for maximum effect.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- There are strong indications that you may learn about someone who is strongly attracted to you. If you'd welcome a new relationship, check things out.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- The financial trends seem to be much more stable than they were yesterday. If there is a fiscal matter that needs to be discussed or revised, do so now.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Someone who loves you as much as you love him or her wouldn't mind hearing you express your feelings, especially if you haven't been as demonstrative as usual.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Do more detective work regarding an arrangement or a relationship that you deem dubious. It could be far more beneficial than you think, which you'll quickly discover.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- You can gain the support of friends regarding a deeply important issue if you discuss it with them on a one-on-one basis. Don't try to sell everyone on your plan at the same time.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- In order to stay in control when working on a critical task, you must maintain your patience throughout the job. If you try to rush your work, a mistake is likely.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Forget about trying for a huge gain by gambling on a big risk. If you can't pull it off, it might cost you far more than what you would have spent doing things the normal way.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- By refusing to let others run certain things that you're ill-equipped to handle, complications are likely to arise. It behooves you to take your pride out of the picture.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Be very selective as to which of your friends you can poke and tease without eliciting rancor. A sensitive pal might misinterpret your playfulness and take things seriously.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- If you don't handle your commercial matters prudently, any opportunities that do exist could slip through your fingers. Situations in which you would normally do well could end up a shambles.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- When you lack focus, you'll be unable to bring your forces to bear on important objectives. It's OK to do less, as long as everything is done to the very best of your ability.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Be a positive thinker and behave accordingly. If you start feeling sorry for yourself and making unreasonable demands of others, even those who planned to help you will reject you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- When it comes to involvements in which money is being exchanged between friends, things must be handled with extreme care, or someone, perhaps you, will end up feeling cheated.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Even after you've achieved an objective, you must take steps to solidify what you've gained. If you don't, all could slip away.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Friends and companions will be more impressed by the example you set than by the philosophy you espouse. Engage in more doing and a lot less talking.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- You shouldn't have to be told not to take any gambles on people or things that you know little about. There's a chance you'll be more gullible than usual, and you could easily be had.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Inconsistency substantially lessens your possibilities for success. It's quite likely that you'll do things in ways that'll only confuse the people who want to help you.