ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can perform something of a miracle today as a "trick shot" hits the mark. You are likely to be as surprised as anyone by your success.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Someone may ask you to "fake it" today, but you are confident that you can deliver the goods in an honest, authentic manner, given the chance.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Focus on what a certain someone is telling you today; it's not just information, but a kind of revelation with long-term ramifications.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may have to swing into action earlier than expected today, but you pride yourself on being "ready for anything" -- at least right now.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- It's a very good idea today to keep your complaining to a minimum -- even when you see that things are not the way they should be. Take the high road.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You and a friend have something up your collective sleeve, but a third party threatens to spoil the fun. Why not include him or her?

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You feel prepared, but the opportunity to prove it has not yet arrived. It may today -- but success depends as much on luck as readiness.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Trust in charm today. Persuasion can do only so much and may threaten to escalate into outright conflict. Smile and be smooth.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Your search for something that has long been hidden from view is about to pay off -- but the "reveal" carries with it a big surprise.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You know just what you are doing, and today you'll have the opportunity to show it -- and a longtime critic is likely to become a new fan.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You can be a little more aggressive in expressing your desires today. Someone you know will respond well to a display of strength.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're eager to know if your methods are effective, and today a situation arises that puts them -- and you -- to the test. You're ready.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can make a good deal of progress today, but not everyone will measure it in the same way. Your assessment is the only one that counts.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You can relieve yourself of a certain burden you've been carrying for some time -- but the window to do so is small, so you mustn't hesitate.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Someone who knows you quite well is likely to say something to you today that has you reflecting on certain aspects of your character.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You're going to have to take a certain issue more seriously today than you have in the past, as a loved one expresses a hidden desire.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You must be sure your strategy is sound before putting it into motion. One misstep today can set you back and make catching up difficult.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- A trip down memory lane has you considering options that you couldn't recognize before. A friend is willing to accompany you on a journey.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- The family dynamic is likely to be affected today by someone's misinterpretation of another's words or deeds. You must step in right away.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may feel as though no one is supporting you in a difficult time, but today you'll benefit from assistance offered by an old friend.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Events of the day will test just how well you can listen and how quickly you can react. A rival is watching; you must gain the advantage.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Don't make the mistake of assuming that thinking alone can solve the problem you are currently facing. There is a psychological component.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may have to go on something of a journey today simply in order to acquire the knowledge you need to complete an assigned task.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You can rally your forces and win the day -- but not until you have determined how to best get around an obstacle that sits in your way.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You've got a lot of work to do today to clean up another's mess -- but it may be best to leave it and use it as a teaching opportunity.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You aren't feeling quite up to par today, either physically or emotionally. In either case, it's likely to be born of the same problem.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You are a firm believer in compromise when it is the only way to achieve your desired ends, but today you can still fight for your cause.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Progress must be measured in small increments today; you cannot expect things to happen in a big and bold way at this time. Be patient.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You can chip away at a large job today and have it done by nightfall if you prioritize! You can't just leave it all to chance.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Start the day strong and you can finish strong -- but there are many options from which you can choose to maximize your power early on.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Don't forget to do that one thing that you know will put you in the right frame of mind today. You have much to deal with and must be "on point."

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Something you've had your eye on for quite some time may be unavailable very soon; you must make an offer as quickly as possible.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You don't want to look back on today and regret missing the boat. You must jump at the attractive offer that's likely to come your way.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may have to traverse the same familiar ground many times today in order to be sure that you have left no stone unturned.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- The more you extend your reach today, the better your position will be with regard to any rival. You must remain competitive at this time.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- That which you do today is sure to carry the unmistakable signs of your involvement, whether it is a solo or group endeavor.