ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You're in the mood for something different today, and a loved one thinks he or she knows just what to do for you. You may have to compromise.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You can step forward and recommend yourself and your ideas with confidence today. All that preparation you've done is about to pay off.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You'll want to stay connected to those who have been a part of your life in the recent past, even though major change is on the horizon.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may not know quite how to react today when someone steps out of character and says or does what you least expect.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may want to break with tradition today and do something that others may not at first accept. Give it time; they're bound to come around.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Take care that you don't overreact to your own mistakes today; focus on doing what you can to move on in a positive, productive manner.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- The connections you've made lately are likely to be more important to you after today than at any time in the past -- but this is no surprise.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You must be sure to pick up after yourself today, and leave no messes for those who come after you. Courtesy counts for much at this time.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You and a friend disagree about what you think will happen today -- and in the end it is likely that neither is entirely correct.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Any confusion that arises today is likely to be dangerous because others may not know how to keep their emotions in check.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You will be able to reach further today than you had planned -- but take care that you don't get carried away. Endurance is a key factor.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Don't let the little things get to you today. Focus on the big picture and accept the fact that not everything will go your way.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You must be willing to go the distance today. Any time you do not follow through, you are threatening your own reputation, and another's as well.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Others may laugh at what you have to offer, but you know that your ideas are current and valuable.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may want something from a certain someone today that he or she is at first unwilling or unable to give. All that will change soon.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You must be willing to put more on the line than you have in the past; others are willing to support you only if you demonstrate confidence.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Don't make the mistake of thinking that you are "entitled" today; take what comes, and be grateful that you are your current position.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You are feeling somewhat frisky today, and you must be sure that your behavior, while unusual, doesn't become off-putting or unacceptable.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You will have to work hard today to reach your goals; the brass ring may be out of reach for quite a while, but you mustn't give up hope.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You aren't the ranking expert today, and you must be willing to accept that fact. Indeed, you can learn a lot from an elder.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may be eager to have more fun than usual today, but you mustn't promote behavior that is unacceptable to the boss.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You've narrowed down a certain issue to its most basic components, and now you should be able to discuss it in some detail.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may want to promote an idea that is considered quite unconventional by some -- but others think that the time is just about right.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- One good turn deserves another today -- and after dark you're likely to be surprised by someone who is returning a special favor.

ARIES (March 21-Apri1 19) -- You mustn't panic when things go a little wrong today; keep your head above water and do what you can to minimize any long-term hardship.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You must be able to strike a balance between what you know is right and what you know is possible. Somewhere in there is the solution.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- There are certain perameters you must respect today as you go about your business. You aren't likely to be allowed the freedom you are used to.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You have been entertaining a notion that is unusual for you -- and you find it both exciting and frightening. You must make a decision soon.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Things may look good to you, but beneath the surface there are some unhealthy rumblings that you must pay attention to today.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You want to get your hands on something that really inspires you to new heights, but it may not be available to you just yet. Be patient.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You can do something traditional in an entirely new way today -- and attract a great many new participants as well.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may have trouble understanding why the rules are what they are -- but no matter what, you must be willing to follow them!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Nothing is certain, but you are likely to have one or two hunches that are so strong you are tempted to interpret them as sure things.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You are looking forward to something fun and exciting, but in order to prepare for it properly you'll have to put in a good deal of work.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Once you ask that certain someone how they are doing, it's like opening the flood gates. You must be ready to lend an ear for a while!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- A special request made some time ago is likely to be honored at this time, and the end result is likely to be much more than anticipated.