ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may have to stoop to a very personal kind of manipulation in order to get someone to join forces with you -- or simply lend support.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Watch the clock, and don't ever let too much time slip by without making what you consider to be the best possible use of it.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Despite your attempts to keep things neat and tidy, you're likely to have quite a mess to clean up when the day comes to a close.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may not remember things exactly as they happened, but your recollection has you poised to achieve something remarkable.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Watch what someone else is doing, and you'll see how he or she is able to maneuver and use natural rhythms to gain the advantage.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may not anticipate the one thing that will make all the difference when all is said and done. What's past is past -- for now.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You'll be tempted to tell someone all about what you've been doing -- and why -- but perhaps wisdom will prevail, and you'll keep mum for now.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- The future beckons, and you'll be responding to things in a basic, elemental, even primal way for a while. Don't try to hide from the truth.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're likely to believe what you're told -- or at least some of it. The parts that mean the most to you will be clear.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're able to see things for what they are -- better than most, in fact. You may have some negotiating to do in the near future.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- That which begins or ends today will be remembered as being unique. This may prove to be the model for a future success.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You can shed some light on a topic that has had others in a state of wonder for quite some time. You offer more than a few answers.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You're going to have to follow some very strict rules, but doing so can help you achieve something special.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- A difference of opinion is likely to reveal the heart of an issue that has eluded you for some time. You can score a personal coup.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You'll be moving at a swifter pace than most others. When you slow down, you're likely to be surrounded by those who want something.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You're nearing the start of something big, and you want to be sure that you're properly decked out and ready for your moment.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- There are certain dangers to be avoided, but most can be seen a mile away. One or two, however, have a way of sneaking up on you.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You'll find yourself exploring unfamiliar territory before the day is out. What happens as a result may present a new opportunity.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Someone may accuse you of not playing by the rules, but nothing could be further from the truth. You simply have a better understanding of them!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may have the chance to dig deeper than usual into your store of treasures and come up with something that is perfect for the occasion.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Something you find is likely to lead you in a new direction, but there are changes you're not willing to make.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may not meet with approval if you continue along your current course, but approval won't make much difference.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- A loved one may not agree with your approach, but your intent is certainly shared. You'll come together eventually.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- The way you make key decisions will separate you from most others. You know what is at stake -- or at least you think you do.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You are likely to emerge from a period of uncertainty. Now is the time, then, to make certain plans and set them in motion.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You can't afford to perform at a mediocre level; you must strive to be the best. In that way, you will compel yourself to improve.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You're not really seeing things in the proper light. You must be certain to avoid fooling yourself in any significant way.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You must be willing to devote a little more practice to something that is not yet up to par, but you can surely exceed that level soon.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may be doing things in ways that others see as unusual or even eccentric. No harm is done, of course.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You must take care that your treatment of others is always in line with your own view of how people should be treated!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may be unusually adept at doing those things that others find difficult, especially when they require attention to detail.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may be rather nervous or skittish, but any real fear is unnecessary, as genuine dangers are few and far between.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You can prove to yourself that you have what it takes, and there's no need to advertise it, as others already know!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may be yearning for a taste of something long gone, but you'll realize that you're on the verge of something new and exciting.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You will benefit greatly from collaborating with someone who complements your talents with his or her own. This is a productive union!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Not everyone will approve of what you have to say, but it is important that you give yourself free rein -- at least for the moment.