ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don't overspend on entertainment, luxury items or toys for children. A strict budget will ensure you have enough to pay your bills and save for something special. Impulsive actions will be your downfall. Refrain from doing or saying anything you will live to regret. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Your emotions will surface. Offer compassion, love, patience and kind words, and you will make an important statement that cannot be denied. You can bring someone you love closer or push him or her away. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Your involvement in secret activities will hurt your reputation if you aren't careful. Do something creative or work at making subtle personal improvements. Don't trust anyone to look out for your best interests -- only you can do that. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Your ideas will bring you popularity and leadership, but you must not take anything for granted. Get the OK before you make a promise based on support you don't yet have. It's important to have a backup plan in place. 4 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Don't let emotional or work-related matters ruin your day. A change of scenery will help you get a different perspective on a situation that you cannot control. New ideas and plans will blossom from a new experience. 2 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Socialize or travel to a place you've never been before. Share your thoughts and engage in playful interaction. It's good to take a break. Romance is in the stars, making it easy to meet someone new or rekindle your current relationship. 5 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Bide your time and listen to what's being discussed, but keep your thoughts to yourself until you have time to do your research and figure out your best recourse. Back away from anyone using force or putting pressure or demands on you. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Pursue something unusual or develop one of your ideas. Making unique changes to the way you live will motivate you to pursue something that has the potential to be prosperous or help you cut corners, easing your overhead. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You may have wonderful ideas, but if they are based on desire and not reality, you may have to take a step back and rethink your strategy. Change may be desired, but it has to stay within budget and be physically doable. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Giving others the freedom to come and go will also allow you to see where you stand. Keep an open mind and you will be surprised at the outcome. Work on self-improvement, not trying to change those around you. 5 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Put your energy into home-improvement projects, not emotional squabbles. Focus on ways you can bring in more cash or use your skills in unusual ways. A crash course or gaining experience by trying something new will pay off. 2 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Put more into your home, family and personal improvement. Love is in the stars, and romance will ensure that you make someone you think is special feel the same way about you. Socializing will lead to new and exciting connections. 4 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Stay on top of what needs to be done. Don't let personal problems spin out of control. Tolerance will be required if you want to avoid an argument. Socialize with friends, and new opportunities will develop. Keep your secrets to yourself. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Play it safe. Whether you are traveling, communicating or dealing with institutions, you must protect your rights and your personal secrets. You will learn from whatever experience you encounter. Being prepared and organized will help. Romance will brighten your day. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You can make a difference if you participate in a fundraiser or donate your time to a group that can benefit from your services. The people you meet will be diverse. Some will offer insight and opportunity, while others will mislead you. 4 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Observe what's happening around you. Now is not the time to implement change or to make a decision that will influence your future. Greater opportunities are heading your way, but patience is required in order to avoid making a mistake now. 2 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Take an active role in what's happening at home. Offer to help older relatives. Patience will be required regarding emotional matters. Situations will escalate quickly if someone is indulgent or overreacts. Do your best to keep the peace. 2 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Show everyone what you are capable of doing. Speak from the heart, but stick to the facts and figures. As long as you are genuine and show concern and compassion, you will gain support and get your way. Romance is on the rise. 5 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Uncertainties will arise regarding your status, reputation and relationships. A change may be necessary, but before you take a leap of faith, reconsider what is best for you. Don't sign anything until you have sought legal advice. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You can sign a contract, make a commitment and find alternative ways to bring in extra cash. Proceed with confidence and address issues of concern. Romance is on the rise, and a relationship you have with someone unique will warm up. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Make personal changes at home or to the way you live. Don't get angry over something you cannot change, but do whatever it takes to avoid a similar situation. Preparation and organization will ensure future success. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Problems with a friend, neighbor or relative can be expected. Don't make a hasty decision that can escalate into an uncontrollable situation. Put more time and energy into your home, family and your life, where you can make positive gains. 5 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Change your habits, and you will improve a pending financial, medical or legal problem. Take a look at your professional options and partnerships with an eye on a prosperous joint venture. Don't let an emotional matter get blown out of proportion. 2 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Spend time securing your assets and protecting what you've worked so hard to acquire. An unusual plan that includes someone you love will improve your personal life, an important relationship and your future. Love is in the stars. 4 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don't start a fight or overreact to what's going on around you. Back up and rethink your strategy. You are better off doing something that will tire you out. Making an impulsive move or decision will lead to regret. Focus on self-improvement. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Keep personal information a secret. Be careful when dealing with financial, legal or government institutions. Keep busy and steer clear of anyone who tends to make you angry. Take an interesting course or day trip. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Offer suggestions and hands-on help, and you will motivate others to get involved and pitch in as well. Greater opportunities will come your way thanks to your charm and take-charge attitude. Good fortune will come from an unusual source. 4 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Emotional struggles might be caused by unexpected changes. Do your best to remain calm and stay out of the line of fire. Problems at work and with partnerships must be handled with diplomacy to avoid mishaps and regrets. 2 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Your gung-ho approach to work will make an impression on someone who can influence your life personally or professionally. Show off your skills and make unique changes that will bring about improvements. Show compassion by sharing your emotions. 5 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Budget for an unexpected expense. Impulse purchases must be avoided. Look for new ways to bring in more cash. A suggestion made by one of your peers should be considered. An unusual partnership will take you by surprise and enhance your future. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Emotional ups and downs will dominate your day. Patience will be required to avoid a disagreement with a partner or someone at work. Back away from anyone trying to bully you. Creativity will be your best outlet. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Stay within budget and think realistically when it comes to projects at work or at home. Use your ingenuity and do the work yourself. You can stabilize your financial situation if you cut corners. Love is on the rise. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Make plans to do something fun, but stay within your budget. Getting involved in a community project will allow you to show off your expertise and drum up attention. A change at home will turn out better than anticipated. 5 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Problems will arise while traveling or if you get into a discussion with someone you'd prefer not to deal with. Stick close to home and avoid situations that could lead to a physical mishap. Take a break and relax; it will do you good. 2 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Initiate the changes you feel will get you back on track and help you move on to bigger and better opportunities. Concentrate on saving, not spending, and you will ease your stress and feel better about your future. 4 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): A last-minute change will disrupt your plans. Be prepared to carry on regardless of what others do. Love is highlighted, and romance will help improve your personal life. Fix up your living space to suit your current needs. 3 stars