ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You're not going to be able to force anyone to tell you what you want to know today; you must negotiate and arrive at a mutual agreement.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You are feeling as though a disconnect is keeping you from someone who is very important to you, even though he or she is close to home.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You are after something that could prove harmful to you if you were able to have it right now; you must be sure that you are ready for it!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may not know what someone means when you are told what you've been waiting to hear, which can be disappointing. Ask for clarification!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Don't try to be perfect the first time you attempt something today; just get it done. You'll have plenty of time to make necessary adjustments.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You are not the first person to experience a certain something, but you may be the first who has been affected the way you have.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You are eager to feel better after a period of feeling under par, and today you'll have the opportunity to give yourself what you need.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- It's important for you to understand fully a certain concept introduced by someone today; if you don't, you'll surely want to ask questions!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- There is no point in disguising certain facts today; be direct and honest about what is going on -- and about how it makes you feel.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You are quite competitive today, and fortunately there is someone you can challenge who is willing to engage you in a contest.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may be overshadowed by someone else for a short time today -- but it will be enough to tell you that you mustn't let it happen again!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- A social event provides you with more than mere enjoyment; you will come away knowing that a new opportunity is about to present itself.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You are feeling the influences of others in unexpected ways. You knew the pressure would mount at this time, but not like this!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Take a closer look at what lies before you and you'll realize that you are in precisely the position you had hoped you'd be in right now.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You have every reason to think that success is imminent -- but it's not guaranteed. You are still at risk for making a last-minute error.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may think someone is just heaping bad news upon you, but he or she is really keeping you in touch with certain realities.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You can be everywhere you need to be today, provided you make a plan and stick to it -- while remaining flexible and ready for the unannounced.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may be feeling a certain loss much more deeply today than you have before. It may be time to address this issue directly.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Don't blame someone else for that which you could have prevented. The lesson should be learned: You mustn't vacate your position prematurely.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may be bouncing between two extremes throughout much of the day, but you can't let your emotions dictate what you do or when.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're likely to see someone else's true colors on display for the first time today, and this may change your relationships permanently.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You must guard against that which threatens your emotional stability today. Steer clear of those who would offer a gratuitous challenge.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- How you say something is far more important than the mere fact that you say it; the time, the place and the words you choose are key.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may be able to move about far more freely today than expected, and still be where you are supposed to be at the appointed times.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You're going to have to put a few of your secret talents on display today -- but this can be very enjoyable if you embrace the opportunity.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may receive a very timely reminder from a loved one about just what is most important to both of you right now.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You don't always have to follow the rules to the letter -- and today you may be able to bend one or two to maximize your odds.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You're not able to shake the suspicion that someone is angry with you. Broach the subject directly and, if necessary, make amends.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You've been struggling with a certain issue for quite long enough; today is the day to ask for help. You know just who can give it.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may have to pay for something that you thought was yours for the asking -- but really, the financial liability isn't all that surprising.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You can profit from another's mistake today, but you don't want to advertise the fact. Keep the details from leaking, if you can.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Your ability to see to the heart of a difficult issue will serve you well today -- and give others the necessary boost they've been waiting for.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- The road is leading you into unfamiliar territory, but that's nothing for you to worry about right now; you're properly equipped.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You are feeling as though things could be better. It's time to do something to break out of these current doldrums.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You can receive much valuable information today and put it to good use almost immediately -- but you have to know whom to ask.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may feel compelled to reach out to someone with whom you haven't communicated in quite some time. He or she will welcome the overture.