ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- The beginnings of things are going to be quite attractive to you today, but you may have trouble sticking with some of them to the bitter end.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You can expect a good deal of competition today, yet you're in a place that will allow you to react quite effectively to whatever comes your way.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You're likely to get some advice today from someone who has been there before. It would be unwise of you to reject it out of hand.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- It's a good day to pick up the pace, turn up the heat and give it all you've got. Those around you have been waiting long enough!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You've been feeling pressured to do things in a manner that doesn't come naturally to you -- but today you can settle into an acceptable routine.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- What seemed routine and even boring to you only yesterday is likely to be much more interesting and engaging today. Perspective is the key.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Making assumptions at this time can only put you in a vulnerable position. Be sure you have accurate and up-to-date information.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Now is no time to contribute to the rumor mill. Get the facts and disseminate them in a responsible fashion.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may have trouble believing what you see and hear today -- but are your senses really betraying you like that? Investigate further.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You know that you can express yourself honestly at this time, but you may want to wait until your audience is more willing.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You mustn't lose sight of your primary objective today -- and remember, too, that there are several people depending on you at this time.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Take care that you don't mistake the reaction you get from others today for one that you are likely to get on a regular basis. Don't overreact.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- A trip down memory lane is likely to reignite a certain passion today. You'll be compelled to pursue an old goal all over again.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- It's time for you to show another what you're really made of -- and you can do it in a friendly way, without being aggressive or defensive.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You know what someone else is talking about, but you don't necessarily want to engage in conversation on this potentially uncomfortable topic.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may find yourself in a position of some authority today, with the expected result that some will listen to you and others will criticize!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may want to get in touch with a certain friend or loved one today to get his or her opinion of what you're currently planning.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- It's a good day for you to remain true to the kind of routine you have carefully built for yourself. Straying from the plan can be dangerous.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may have to get in touch with someone who is not easy to track down -- but you have a surprisingly effective method up your sleeve.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You must be patient and let things transpire they way they will; any attempt to force something into place will only backfire on you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You will have to focus not only on the central issue today, but on those peripheral issues that pop up as the day progresses.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- What you do on your own today will give you a sense of accomplishment and pride the likes of which cannot be duplicated any other way.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Do you have what it takes to build on someone else's idea and yet remain true to his or her intentions? It's a matter of integrity, of course.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're facing a difficult job today, but you can trust in your own experience and skill. Once or twice you may have to improvise.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- In order to have a little fun today, you're going to have to play by someone else's rules -- at least for a while.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You'll be introduced to someone who, in turn, may introduce you to a kind of adventure that you have craved for quite some time.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Don't let yourself be tricked into doing that which you know is dangerous -- more so than anyone else knows. Play it safe today.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may be the only one today who can do exactly what you have promised -- and in the way you have promised. You are a shining star.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Potential is high today, but you mustn't take that for granted. Nothing will come to you automatically today; you must work for it.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may look back on the day and realize just where you made that big mistake -- though indeed, it will prove to be far from fatal!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- A member of the opposite sex is likely to confuse you with a suggestion that seems to come out of nowhere -- but something is backing it up!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You will have prepared for what comes today, but you're also going to have to make some adjustments as you go. Nothing is certain!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- As the clock ticks, you'll become more and more aware that you haven't got all the time you had counted on today. Pick up the pace!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may be able to convey the most basic ideas in ways that inspire others to do more than planned. Your leadership qualities shine!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You won't be able to rely on your talent alone to see you through today. Past experience, combined with timing, counts for much.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may have to take time out from your already busy schedule today to accommodate someone else's rather surprising request.