ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Just because you are taking a leaf out of someone else's book doesn't mean you are a cheater; this is a legitimate way to learn!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Focus on the things that must get done right away; the rest will wait until you are free to give them what attention you can.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You're likely to receive a great deal of valuable information that you can put to use almost immediately. Don't overstate your case, however.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A minor shock has you off balance throughout much of the day -- until someone who knows you well is able to get you back on track.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Someone who has figured prominently in your affairs in the recent past will resurface today, and possibly make an unusual demand.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You will want to get routine tasks out of the way first today, before tending to those issues that will likely take up the rest of the day.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may have to report on a recent experience. Be sure that you are honest and straightforward, and resist the temptation to elaborate.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You can come up with one or two ideas today that will really get people's heads spinning when they consider the ramifications. What are you up to?

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may have trouble sticking with a certain task until it is completed. Pace yourself, and don't be tempted to skip any required steps.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You don't want to reveal too much at any one time today; some of what you have to say can be simplified. Trust in traditional methods.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may be surprised to learn just what someone has been doing during your time away. Now you must get back in the saddle -- fast!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Take care that your complaints aren't merely interpreted as "crabbing" today. You have a legitimate beef that deserves to be heard.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can learn much about yourself while reaching out to another to learn as much as you can about his or her situation. Always remain open.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Your desires are likely to conflict with those of a friend who has been eager to take you down a certain unfamiliar path. Red flags are raised.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- What goes on behind the scenes today is likely to be far more important to the day's final outcome than anything in the spotlight.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You're eager to get going on something just handed to you -- but first you must do a little research to ensure you have all the tools you need.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You must keep your reactions to another under control today, lest you say or do something that is too easily be misinterpreted. Keep calm!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may go into a meeting feeling somewhat fearful of the outcome, but you are quickly put at ease by someone who is also in your shoes.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- If you're in charge, you can bet it's going to come out all right today -- and, in fact, may far exceed your expectations.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You don't want to be dealing with an issue piecemeal today; get the whole thing presented to you as one and have at it aggressively!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Now is a good time for you to address a domestic issue that has been waiting in the shadows for some time. It's not likely to wait long!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- This is a good day for addressing issues revolving around your environment -- and how it may need to change to suit your developing needs.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Someone else's promises may be putting you and a project in a precarious place. You can make a good call -- and let others know what's what.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may find yourself teaching someone who, on most days, is in the teaching role. This reversal can be very good for both of you.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You have more at stake right now than you might expect, as you will discover later in the day after hearing what happens to someone else.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- The line between work and play is likely to be obscured today, as you find new enjoyment in something that brings you considerable profit.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- It's time to clean up your act a bit in order to be presentable when things get formal late in the day. First impressions do count!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Collaboration with another may prove more difficult than usual today, but you can overcome any serious differences in little time.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may feel like a fish out of water today, as your circumstances are unsettled, and you are unable to stake a claim to anything of substance.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Some may advise you to "quit while you're ahead," but you're going to want to go the distance, aren't you? A loved one cheers you on.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Giving of yourself more freely today not only proves helpful to others, but it also allows you to discover something important about yourself!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You're on the verge of immersing yourself in something you have tried to avoid for a long time. What makes today different? Wait and see!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- What you hear through the grapevine is likely to steer you on a different course today. More changes are coming, but are you ready?

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You'll want only the best around you today to help you put the finishing touches on a project that is near and dear to your heart.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may be trying to shirk your responsibilities at this time, but a certain someone isn't having it. You must pull your weight!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Awareness of what is going on all around you is essential today. Don't think that you can move forward safely with blinders on!