ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may have put yourself in a difficult position today by trying to do too much for someone else. Now it's time to tend to your own needs.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You want to tackle a challenge that is a little bigger, and a little more daunting, that you had imagined -- but it's worth it!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You mustn't let the little things get you down today; you can rise above the crowd and do that which only a very few are capable of.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You must stick to your schedule today; if you do not, you risk not only your own progress but the progress of one who is depending on you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're ready for anything -- but that doesn't mean it's going to come your way. You may be facing a rather routine day -- but is that a bad thing?

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Surprises should be few and far between today -- but those that do come your way are likely to be significant, and require some serious thought.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may realize that your participation in another's endeavors is only likely to complicate matters. Know when to back away.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- That which is worth doing is also worth paying for, and what you do today is likely to have quite a price tag -- but you can afford it.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Your instincts and impulses are sure to lead you in the right direction -- and out of any danger your head may have gotten you into.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may not feel ready for what lies ahead, but you are, in fact, much more fully prepared than most who are facing the same challenge.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- A door is likely to be opened to you today -- but whether you want to pass through it depends in large part upon recent chance events.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're willing to do that which a rival is not -- but that isn't going to guarantee a victory. You still have quite a way to go!

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may be able to control more than usual today -- but it will take a certain sensitivity that perhaps doesn't come naturally to you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You'll be able to get a great deal done today -- and faster than usual. Others will be impressed at your ability to multitask.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You will have to put one problem to bed today before you begin addressing another -- and it has been knocking at your door for some time.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Environmental influences will be felt throughout the day, though you needn't buckle under them. Keep things in perspective.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're in someone else's crosshairs at this time, so be warned. What you do as an evasive action will have a lasting effect.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- It may not be easy to get certain people to do as you ask today, but once you explain your situation clearly, all should be well.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You must be willing to address certain issues in an up-front, forthright kind of style. Not for you any attempt at duplicity.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You can do more today than others -- but only if you know exactly what your path will be as you are starting out. Leave nothing to chance!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You've come a long way, and today you'll be able to look back and appreciate just what that means to you and yours.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Your problems are nothing compared to those that someone close to you is trying to navigate. You can lend a helping hand.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You mustn't let a lack of certainty keep you from moving ahead with a new project. You'll gain confidence as the days pass.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're feeling more emotional than you have in the recent past; indeed, over the last few days, things have been bubbling to the surface.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You don't want to be entangled in something that is not of your making today. Do what you can to avoid anything that seems "dicey."

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You are being slowed by something you cannot identify -- but take care that you don't try to fight against what you do not understand.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may be searching for something that is out of reach at this time -- but that doesn't mean you can't locate it by day's end.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You can get along with almost anyone today, but you can't always be alone with just anyone! Choose your intimate companions with care.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- The advice you offer a friend or loved one may not be understood at first; take care you don't make things worse by becoming defensive.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You are ready for almost anything at this time -- but what comes your way today may exceed even your wildest imaginings. Hold on tight!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Your willingness to help out a friend in need will be appreciated, and you may not have to turn your day upside-down in order to come through.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- There is much potential in a certain situation that others do not seem to recognize -- but you know a good thing when you see one!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may be caught between what you know to be right, and what others are insisting is right for you. Mistakes can be made!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You'll receive an offer from a friend today that makes you wonder if you're on the right track. He or she makes other options sound good!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You'll receive advice today from an unusual source -- and if you take it, you're likely to be tied in an unusual way to him or her.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You'll be thinking about money matters throughout much of the day. Preparations you made in the past should smooth the way for you today.