ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You must do a certain something gradually today, without being tempted to do too much all at once. Easy stages lead to steady progress.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may have trouble today getting things to work the way they are supposed to. Is this a technological problem, or one of your making?

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may have a reunion of sorts in store very soon; today, you'll have to gather information that can help to make your plans come through.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- There are several viable alternatives staring you in the face today; there's no need for you to struggle with one that isn't working for you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may not be able to keep up with someone who knows the ropes better than you. Today you must simply do what you can not to be left behind.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may be separated from a friend or loved one for a while, but you'll make use of the time in ways that surprise you. A reunion comes soon.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You and a friend have something cooking, but you mustn't reveal too much too soon. The element of surprise works in your favor.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You'll want to take care of business for yourself first before tending to someone else's needs. You can accommodate everyone by day's end.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Focus on where you are going, not where you have been. The past is the past, and what you've done cannot be undone -- at least not right now.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You have a great deal at stake right now, and others have hitched their causes to your wagon, which raises the stakes even more.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You have the opportunity to sit quietly and get your work done, even though much is happening around you. You won't be distracted.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- No one is really paying attention to you today, despite any sensation to the contrary. You can do what you want -- for a time.

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.