ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Your native sassiness is likely to show even more than usual -- or perhaps it is the surroundings that make the difference right now.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- An imaginative approach to a long-standing problem can finally put an end to it -- and give you hope that you can avoid a repeat in the future.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- What seems clever at first is likely to seem only overly simplistic when it is truly analyzed. This first attempt can lead to something else.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You won't believe what lies ahead when you finally get a clear glimpse of it. A friend seems to know what to do -- and what to avoid.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You are not working at peak efficiency, but you can still get a great deal done simply by the force of your own considerable will.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You're eager to reach the top, but you have a long way to go before then. Each rung of the ladder offers a valuable new lesson.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- What you think you know is likely to change throughout the day, when you realize that your experience has not taught you every possible lesson.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Take care that you don't become childish in your response to those who are critical of your work. Stay the course, and let yourself evolve.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You will have to minimize the kind of pressure exerted by a competitor today through unusual means. It may be time to cut and run.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may want to experiment with certain methods that were considered off-limits not so very long ago.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- The money you spend can be considered an important investment; take care that you don't fall prey to one who doesn't walk the walk.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You must be willing to follow the rules to the letter today -- at least when starting out. Later, you can improvise a bit.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- The simpler things remain, the better -- for you and for those around you. Avoid anyone who tries to overcomplicate things.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Your willingness to work with others and arrive at a productive compromise will give you the advantage -- and let you remain competitive.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Check in to see how things are going elsewhere on a regular basis. You'll need such up-to-date information to keep your own efforts relevant.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You don't have to share all the information to which you are entitled; indeed, you were best to keep some of it to yourself.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Progress may have to be measured in very small increments today. See if you can't persuade a friend to accompany you on a journey.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Others will appreciate your enthusiasm -- so long as it is genuine. If you overdo it in any way, it is likely to backfire.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may be after something that a friend also has his or her eyes on -- and this time it may actually be better for you to give way.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may have to make more stops along the way than expected -- mostly because you are trying to get past several key distractions.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You can make something of a name for yourself -- if only for a short time. Don't let nerves get the better of you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may not have faith in the plan that has been laid down for you to follow, but you are allowed to do some things your own way.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You have what it takes to try something new -- though you'll certainly want to rely on some trusted friends to help you out if possible.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may not be able to change everyone's mind today, but you can certainly have an influence that will be felt for quite some time.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You'll get a glimpse of the future that is both exciting and a bit daunting; much is in store for which you will want to prepare fully.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Your decision-making skills will come in handy for yourself and for those around you. Many will appreciate your ability to take charge.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You must defend your own boundaries today; insist that others respect where you have drawn the line.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You'll find yourself remembering something from your distant past in a way that surprises you. You enjoyed it far more than you thought!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- A difficult endeavor lies ahead, but you're ready for it -- and for the challenges it will present. An ally wants you to call the shots.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Communicate your ideas as clearly as possible, and know that not everyone is going to fully understand or appreciate them.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You can add a good deal of spice to your life today -- and to someone else's, too. He or she is willing to give you more than you have asked for.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may have to break one or two of your own rules in order to put someone else at ease. His or her comfort is most important right now.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Someone may be trying to get a little too close a little too soon today; you're not really ready for the kind of thing he or she intends.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Breaking the rules may be exciting, but you can bet it will welcome dangers that you are not well enough equipped to handle just now.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Yes, you're to blame for the good feelings that are being shared by so many around you. You just have that special touch right now.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Take care you don't let someone else's facts and figures distort your own sense of what is right and wrong. Instincts play a key role.