ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You are after something fleeting when you could be after something lasting. Which is more exciting and more valuable?

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're waiting on others to come through just as you feel you have done in your turn. Perhaps you didn't make your desires or expectations clear.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- It's a good day for doing all you can to keep the peace. That starts, most likely, with you. Don't aggravate an uneasy situation.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may think that the course of action before you is an unwise one, but you have good reason to follow it, nonetheless.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're putting yourself and those around you at risk without even knowing it. Take stock of what most affects you, and why.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may have to mix business with pleasure in a way that doesn't come naturally, but you can acquit yourself well.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Promises aren't made to tempt you; they are made to put you at ease. Don't make the mistake of thinking that others are playing games.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You're anticipating someone's arrival, but as you wait, you must do what you can to prepare yourself to be surprised.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- An old friend may get in touch, but not just because it's been too long. Something very important is happening.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may have some complaints about the work of others. Not everyone is doing his or her best to keep up with you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- After waiting a bit too long to get started, you're going to have to pick up the pace and work faster than usual to stay on schedule.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may be wondering where everyone is, but others are not up to date with your current expectations. Some explanation is required.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You'll find yourself asking favors of everyone around you, but only because there's one thing you cannot do on your own.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may be dealing with someone who is more stubborn than expected. Negotiations are likely to prove more difficult than you are used to.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You're not afraid of asking questions that are, in the minds of others, rather unusual. Today, you may be doing that a great deal!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- There's a light at the end of the tunnel, but you must still do all you can to avoid reacting to the dark in an emotional way.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- A knee-jerk reaction gets you into hot water before this day is half done, but you'll have plenty of time to repair any damage.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Take care that you don't let your own sensitivity stand in your way. You must adopt a somewhat icier stance, perhaps.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may be inspired by someone who does things in a very different way. Today, give unusual methods a try, but keep track of results.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may be able to accomplish something quite remarkable before the day is out. Others are on your side, ready to lend a hand.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may have the feeling that this entire day is a rerun of sorts -- indeed, you are repeating yourself, but for what reason?

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- That which begins slowly and softly may actually become quite an affair before you know it, demanding some self-control.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You'll receive some help from someone who has been following your every move, but only with the best intentions in mind.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You'll come upon something that has you rethinking your whole approach, but that doesn't mean a big change will be necessary.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You're not able to get things done entirely on your own, but there's certainly no harm in asking trusted friends for help.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're able to give another precisely what he or she needs. In return, you'll receive something you never knew you wanted.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may receive an important piece of information at the last minute, and this will give you a lead on something you really need.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You're in more of a hurry than you had hoped to be, but if you stock up, you can make a long trip in less time than expected, with fewer stops.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You should be able to say with pride, "Mission accomplished!" by day's end. What comes as a result is everything you expected -- and more.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Prompt delivery is expected, but you must have a backup plan ready to go just in case. Give someone a boost when he or she asks for one.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You'll be able to report to a superior about much that has been going on behind the scenes. He or she will be able to use that info.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You should be able to help yourself and others by doing something that you have long thought of doing. It can pay off in a big way.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may not have all the information you need, but you can certainly draw some conclusions from the bits and pieces you've collected.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're very close to that happy ending you've been looking forward to -- all you have to do is come clean. You can do it!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Keep your wits about you as you forge ahead into unfamiliar territory. What goes on around you impacts you personally throughout the day.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may be tempted to go undercover in order to get what you want -- or where you want -- but it's best to be open and honest all day.