ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- The difference between genuine and artificial is likely to be demonstrated in quite a dramatic fashion today. You’re in the front row.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may be waiting for a last-minute arrival before you can kick things off officially today. While you’re waiting, review strategies.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You will be proud of your performance today overall, even though you are in a situation that tends to make you uncomfortable.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- The difference between doing something according to the rules and bending them to suit your needs is not something you want to explore today.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You can keep up the pace today, even when others are enduring a forced slowdown. Information comes to you in all different forms.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You can show off your new “style” today -- but take care that you don’t distract yourself with appearances and ignore substance.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may find yourself complaining about the little things today, as much is going your way -- and the big picture is satisfying.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- The comings and goings of those around you will alert you to an important factor that you must deal with today -- or be held back for a while.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You’re going to have to put your foot down today. Give an ally a second chance, while demanding that the rules be followed to the letter.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- An early start today allows you to juggle more than you might normally have to deal with in a single day. You can get it all done!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may not be feeling enthusiastic about a coming project, even though you know that you must begin preparing for it right now.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You can showcase one or two rare talents today -- though you may have trouble attracting an audience, at least for the time being.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Cleverness is not to be confused with wisdom today -- and the latter is all you need to face a problem in a productive, effective manner.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Your expectations may be shattered today by someone who is simply not playing by the rules. Take a step back and be ready to come out swinging.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- A more aggressive approach may seem tempting to you today, but after careful consideration you may realize the timing is not right.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Wishing won’t make it so -- but neither will brute force. You’re going to have to strike a careful balance in order to be truly effective.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You can accomplish much today simply by sticking to the game plan. You’ll find that you have more time on your hands than you thought.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Who or what are you pursuing at this time? You will want to answer that question honestly for yourself before going any further.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You mustn’t concern yourself with things you cannot prevent or correct. Instead, focus on that in which you have a deciding voice.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- An accident of some kind is unavoidable today. Rather than worry about it ahead of time, focus on undoing any harm it may cause.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- A few adjustments are likely to yield tremendous rewards today, as you attempt to streamline your efforts and maximize your personal power.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- That which was quickly forgotten some time ago is likely to be remembered today. You can go far toward righting this old wrong permanently.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- The truth cannot be manipulated today, try as you might. You’re going to have to deal with certain things in a direct and honest manner.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Pay attention to those who pay attention to details. You can learn much from them, before heading off on a new journey of your own design.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You need some alone time in order to work out a personal problem that has been plaguing you for far too long. It can be solved today!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Others are likely to see through you today if you continue to do what a loved one has told you is unwise. Listen to his or her warning!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- A conflict can be resolved today, but you may feel somehow dissatisfied. Perhaps you didn’t ask for enough in compensation.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Your opinion may not be sought after, but you’ll nevertheless have several opportunities to share it with a rather large audience.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- A rival knows what you’re up to and just what you’re capable of -- but you know exactly the same about him or her. This contest may be a draw.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You are facing one or two very attractive temptations today, but neither is good for you in the long run. Self-control is your best friend!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You are trying to bring several people together in support of an idea whose time has come. They may not share your confidence, however.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You’re going to have to lay down the law at some point -- so why not today? The odds are in your favor, and you have much to gain.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- A decision is made in your absence that affects you directly. You may be able to get someone to change his or her mind, perhaps.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You are likely to hear things through the grapevine today that may have you changing your mind about a very important endeavor.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- A portion of your winnings may have to go to someone else today, as late payment for something done for you quite some time ago.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You mustn’t feel that you are settling for less than you deserve today if you say “yes” to someone’s last-minute proposal. It works for you!