ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- The difference between the common and the extraordinary becomes quite clear today -- and the choice you have to make is all but made for you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- A friend offers a solution to a longstanding problem, but you are not in the right mindset, perhaps, and cannot see the true value of it yet.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- It's time for you to do some homework. Don't overlook the obvious, and try to absorb all available information in detail.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- The more specific you can be in requesting what you need, the more likely you will be able to get it in little time.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're eager to see things the way they really are, but you must work your way through a smokescreen of sorts before you enjoy real clarity.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You owe someone an apology, but you're in no mood to cater to his or her needs in that way right now. Resulting tension continues for a while.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Look at all options, and weigh the risks taken if you choose the one or two that appeal to you most. Certain dangers are unavoidable.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You're in an adventurous mood, and the question is: Is there anyone who is willing to accompany you on a journey of discovery today?

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're waiting for something to progress to the next step, but it's taking longer than expected and trying your patience.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You've done much and have much more to do, but today you may have the chance to lie low for a while and tend to some personal needs.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may want to drift here and there today to see what the view ahead is like from different positions. One suits you to a T.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You'll approach several important junctions today, and you must be ready to make a few key choices -- some simple and some quite complicated.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You're likely to hear from someone who has only you to complain to about a certain issue. Focus not on the problem but on possible solutions.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may have to play more than one role at this time, and one in particular is likely to require you to go incognito for a portion of the day.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Whether you lead or follow, you will still be able to work closely with those who share your outlook and ambitions. Progress is made immediately.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You have no cause to make things difficult for those around you today; now and then you'll want to be courteous before being honest.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You can avoid busywork today by committing yourself to a project that you and others take very seriously. You want to do something important.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Questions yield answers today, but not necessarily the ones that you anticipate or seek. You must be able to cope with the truth!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- A past endeavor is remembered quite favorably at this time; you're interested in doing something very similar -- and you can start today.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Some obstacles can be avoided, while others must be met today. What you know better than anyone else is that your work must come first.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may have to sift through several possible reasons before you find the one that is really fueling what you have planned for today.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're in no mood to do things on your own today, but whom should you call to join you in your efforts? The answer is right in front of you!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may have to adjust your schedule to suit someone else's immediate needs -- which means getting someone else to adjust his or hers too.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Observe the timeline that you have established for your current efforts. You don't want to do things out of sequence or at the wrong times.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- A threat looms, but you can minimize it by doing precisely what comes naturally to you. A friend or partner is there to back you up.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're sure to conflict with someone whose attitude and outlook are very different from your own -- but this fight isn't going to last long.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Your behavior today may confuse those who know you best, as it doesn't seem to be in line with your current ambitions. You have a secret.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You must guard against overindulgence today, as there is certainly such a thing as too much. You know where the line is; observe it!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You can turn fantasy into reality today -- but you must take care that a certain someone isn't put in any kind of compromising position.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Overcomplicating things at this juncture will only serve to set you back, and you may not be able to make up the time. Keep it simple today!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Your intentions are pure, but your methods may be suspect; they're likely to be subject to scrutiny by one who has followed your progress.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You will want to remind yourself more than once today to stay on course and avoid the kinds of distractions that might cause serious delays.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Though you have no intention of turning your back on someone in need, you may not be able to help today. The time will come soon.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may have to look more closely at what those on the other side are doing today in order to determine your best course of action.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- The clock is ticking, and you have much to do before the alarm sounds. Be sure to delegate -- but keep tabs on those working with and for you.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may have to engage in something of a power play today if you want to remain in your current position -- one that favors your efforts.