ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You want others to deal with you as you deal with them -- honestly and in a simple, straightforward manner. You're in no mood for games.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You are many steps ahead of the competition today -- and you'll want to keep it that way! Don't do anything to upset the status quo.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may have to be up and at it far earlier than usual today. If so, you know how to manage your own energy to maximize results along the way.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You're in no mood for something newfangled today; you are perfectly content with old-fashioned methods that give you confidence.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You can combine the new and the old in a creative way today. Others are willing to do what you're doing -- but they won't do it quite so well.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Heed warnings received from unusual sources today. Take care that you don't leave anyone out to dry as you maneuver to avoid danger.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Cancellations and postponements shouldn't be necessary today, provided you have accounted for all anticipated interruptions.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may find yourself unable to maneuver because of someone else's recent activity. This was not part of the plan, was it?

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You know what is at stake, and you know what you are able to do to make things turn out right. A rival has other ideas, however.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You can expect things to change in ways both subtle and dramatic today; your reaction will determine the future of a certain project.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You're eager to follow someone through new territory today -- literally or figuratively. You can assign meaning to all experiences.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're likely to collect many new disciples today, as you promote a way of thinking that catches on quickly. Be honest, by all means!

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- It's never too late to make the right decision, and today you'll find that there are many to be made -- and many resulting benefits to enjoy.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Shortly after your day begins, an obstacle appears that has you reconsidering your motives and methods. Patience works wonders at this time.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You're able to make your mark in a way that you hadn't expected. One of your cohorts surprises you with a change in attitude.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You can correct more than one mistake today, and others are likely to flock to you with requests for assistance. You can only do so much!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- As one of your "pet" projects heats up, you may have to spend a little more money than expected to smooth the way that lies ahead of you today.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You don't want to pay too much for an error made in good faith. Make it clear what your intentions really are -- and don't be secretive!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may be anxious about something that you see developing despite your efforts to forestall it. A different approach is clearly necessary.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may be unusually emotional today about an issue that usually leaves you rather cold. This may signal a coming change.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- A combination of doing what you're told and following your instincts will pay off handsomely today, if you don't run into an obstacle.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You are considering moving in a new direction, but a loved one is fearful that this means more than it does. Put him or her at ease.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may find yourself squarely in the middle of something you cannot control. It's time to get in touch with that special friend.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Alternating periods of work and rest will get you through what is likely to unfold as a difficult day. Environmental influences are strong.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You must come to your own conclusions today. Even if someone else offers you "answers," you'll want to maintain your independence.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may want to look back at what others have done in situations similar to the one you now find yourself in. You can learn many lessons!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- A minor shock has you changing the way you think about a certain issue, and even what you do at home will change as a result.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You don't want to make any predictions or guesses today; instead, wait until all the details are known before making an informed decision.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- What you do early in the day is likely to be remembered far more than anything else. You, too, will have cause to celebrate this anomaly.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You will find yourself working hard to keep up with someone who is controlling the narrative far more than you are. What's his or her secret?

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You must be ready to adjust as necessary today. Your willingness to do so will prove trickier than anything else!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may be following someone who is merely jumping to conclusions. If so, it's time to go your own way, before you are disappointed.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Time is on your side today, but it mustn't be wasted. Be sure to act when you are confident you know what to do; don't procrastinate!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Your involvement in a certain event or activity may not be as immersive as you had anticipated, but you can be more objective this way.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Distance must not be allowed to stand between you and a friend who is helping you pull off something of a "miracle." Stay in touch!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You can get ahead of the game today by spending a little more time early on laying the groundwork. All else springs forth from that.