ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Don't be tempted to take shortcuts when, in fact, the longest possible route is the one that will surely get you where you want to go.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- A clash with a superior must not be taken too seriously; you're trying to explore things on your own, so it's only natural.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You can shift into a higher gear and get much more done than you had anticipated. A little luck and perfect timing help you out, too!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may not be working in sync with another -- and the results will be telling. You'll want to be sure that everyone knows the facts.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You are expected to do what you are told, but you may instinctively resist following orders -- especially when motives are questionable.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may be trying to do too much right now; take the opportunity to proceed at a slower pace. You can still coast all the way to your goal.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- No one is telling you to do what goes against your heart, but you may feel the pressure being exerted by an unseen external force.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Expend your energy equally on several key projects; don't focus exclusively on any one thing that you have to accomplish. Diversify!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- A new plan can be put into action, but take care that someone else isn't trying to beat you to the punch. Know what's going on!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You'll receive a welcome surprise at home. What you do with it will speak volumes about your current wishes and state of mind.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- A family elder has more influence over you than you might expect as you try to do something that hasn't been done before.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may be able to see circumstances in a new light, but even so, you'll often react to them in traditional ways.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may have doubts about a certain endeavor, but nothing is going to keep you from launching it, as the process itself can be rewarding.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You don't want to come up empty-handed; leave no stone unturned as you search for the thing that will make all the difference to you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- It's a good day to remember what you did, why you did it and what good it did for others. There's no denying its overall value, is there?

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may have to watch the clock to make sure that everything is done at just the right time. Your plans are quite detailed.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- There's no point in guessing; you'll want to get the facts and be sure you are dealing with information that is accurate and up to date.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- A friend or loved one may need some space, and though you are concerned, you'll surely want to honor the request. Watch from a distance.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Someone with whom you've gotten quite close recently is likely to change things and demand more from you than you may be able to give.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You can start the day in a way that all but guarantees contentment, but this requires that you be "dialed in," surely.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You'll want to see what a friend has to say about a certain personal development. His or her opinion can make a difference.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Others may gravitate toward you simply because you radiate a kind of energy that is irresistible in many ways.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may have to check to make sure that your schedule can accommodate an invitation you receive. You certainly want to accept if you can!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Your participation in a certain event can boost its status and make the entire thing more meaningful for those taking part.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You don't want to give anyone the opportunity to say, "I told you so." Be sure to examine all eventualities at home and away.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may be jealous of someone who is "free as a bird." Consider that he or she may be looking at you the same way.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- What have you got that puts you in your current position? This is a question that can be answered only after long, honest reflection.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- The more quickly you react to circumstances, the better prepared you will be to influence other situations as they develop.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may not be ready to join others in fun, but take care that you're not hanging back simply because of a stubborn emotional burden.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You mustn't assume that others feel as you do, and behave incorrectly as a result. Judge only yourself, and take things as they come.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may not fully understand another's motives, but you know that what is going on is quite important. Feel free to join in.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Give yourself more time to get certain things done, and you'll thank yourself later on when you have more time for yourself.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- There's not likely to be anything about the day that defies logic, explanation or anticipation. All should proceed according to plan.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- No matter how secure you are in your own position and planning, things may occur that cause you to have second thoughts.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may feel very far from home, even though you are under your own roof. This phenomenon is worth some serious thought.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're likely to say, "Now I know!" before the day is out -- and the result will be an increase in confidence and drive.