ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can get much more work done today than you had planned simply by making use of extra time that you didn’t know you would have.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may not understand what someone else is trying to tell you, because he or she is beating around the bush. Ask for something more direct.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You mustn’t jump to conclusions today, nor must you leap at the first attractive opportunity. Take a more measured approach.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You can get the better of someone who thinks he or she has the advantage over you. The day’s events are all likely to favor your cause.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You can show someone just what you’re made of today, without risking any negative response. Just do what comes naturally!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You can move ahead of the pack today and get a clear view of where you’re going. Once you do that, you’ll understand what you have to gain.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- That which began casually only a short time ago is likely to have become quite serious by now -- and you may not know what to do about it.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You can treat a certain someone with a little more kindness, and you’ll surely get more out of the shared dynamic than you have been.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Seeking a way out of a difficult situation may not be the answer today. Instead, why not try to deal with it aggressively?

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You’re likely to learn an important lesson today, and your teacher is one who takes you by surprise as he or she takes the reins.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- There is much wisdom in the littlest of actions today, and you can prove you know just what is required when called upon to act decisively.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You’re after a certain answer today, and a simple “yes” or “no” may not suffice. Make clear what is at stake, and what you have to lose.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Your quick judgment of someone isn’t likely to pan out today. He or she may very well win you over completely before all is said and done.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may have to resign yourself to remaining in the dark about a certain issue that surrounds you and a loved one who is being secretive.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Those who are at cross purposes today may look to you for some guidance. You can see things in a way that they can’t -- and that helps!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- The verdict is in and you’ll have to do whatever is required to make amends, if the decision is against you and your position.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Someone gets in touch with you and reminds you of the “good old days” -- but don’t be fooled! There’s no reason to go back in time, surely!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- A secret you’ve been keeping for quite some time may have to be shared at last before a certain key relationship can progress.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Just when you thought that something was over and done with, you’re likely to have to start all over again. Today brings several such surprises.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You are likely to recognize a link between yourself and someone you thought was very different. Together, you can accomplish much.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may have to be a little more explicit as you give instructions to others today. Not all of your intentions will be clear at first.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Giving someone else “one last chance” isn’t likely to have the effect you desire. You will want to try a more conciliatory tone, perhaps.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Now is the time for you to make crystal clear the meaning behind your more “mysterious” behavior. You’ll win a lot of support.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You’ll benefit from someone else’s good ideas today -- and together you can make something happen that benefits others.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Someone you hardly know is likely to figure prominently in your affairs today in a way that makes you wonder what is really going on.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You don't want to be a part of any secrets today. The truth is all that matters -- especially when tending to the needs of a few friends.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- The pieces of a personal puzzle fall into place rather neatly today -- but you may realize that the picture is not what you expected.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- It's not going to be easy to get your message across quickly. Take the time to put the words together in the most effective way.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You must be prepared to deal with an issue that others are not willing to address. Your perspective provides everyone with a level of comfort.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You are going to have to express your feelings openly and honestly today to a certain someone. Much more than expected is on the line.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may receive an offer that you cannot, in good conscience, accept. The journeys you both are on are not compatible -- at least not yet.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Others are likely to make suggestions that have you wondering if what you've been working on is really "enough." Questions must be answered.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- The negotiation you had expected to sail through isn't likely to go quite as planned. A sacrifice may be unavoidable before day's end.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may be asked a question that is almost impossible to answer -- at least not without risking offending the one who asked the question.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Something you have scheduled is likely to be a very big deal, but getting ready may stump you -- until the ensemble reveals itself.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Getting someone else's help may seem to be a good idea, but you must be sure that he or she knows what it is you need. No guesswork!