ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You're prepared for almost everything -- but that "almost" is the key today. What happens may require you to step out of your comfort zone.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Appearances are more important today than they have been in the recent past. You'll want to avoid being judged -- even by family members.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may be disappointed that an old memory doesn't satisfy you as it used to -- but this is actually a good sign! You're moving forward quickly.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A message received must be passed on to others almost immediately. If it is not, you risk the destruction of something you value greatly.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Take care that you don't fall into a bad habit just because someone close to you has adopted it. You can go your own way with confidence.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may be accused of "micromanaging," but the truth is that you are not comfortable without overseeing what others are doing.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You have many responsibilities to fulfill at this time, and you should start close to home. A family member needs you!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You'll have to keep many balls in the air today if you are going to pass a certain approaching marker ahead of your closest competitors.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're waiting patiently to get the word to move -- but you may decide it's worth getting started before you hear the word "go"!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Unlike others today who can benefit from getting off the blocks quickly, you'll want to hang back just a bit to assess the competition.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- The more you surround yourself with others today, the safer you will feel -- but there are some things you'll have to do on your own.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- An accident threatens to have you spinning out of control -- but you know well enough to control your reactions and minimize any damage.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Once you're on the job today, you'll find no shortage of inspiration. Energy and enthusiasm are already high; accomplishments can be many.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Whether or not you know it, you are likely to be the example that many others are looking to today to know how to behave. Are you ready?

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may be asking more questions than usual today in part because you feel that your current foundation is shifting slightly.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may have to say "yes" before you feel you are ready for what you know will come as a result. You are going to have to learn by doing.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Something you thought would be a slam dunk is likely to take more thought -- and more time -- than you had reserved for it. You'll get it done!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- How you react to criticism today will teach you a lot about yourself -- and it's a lesson you'll be able to put to good use almost right away.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You'll want to keep things under control at all times today, which means that you will be working to keep your emotions out of the equation.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You'll receive praise for an accomplishment today, even as you receive criticism for not being in the right place at the right time.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Your experiences today shed light on a certain problem that you've been troubled by for quite some time. A solution presents itself.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You have an idea that leads to another, which leads to another -- and so on. Is there no end to what you can dream up today?

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You mustn't let anyone distract you from the job you are doing, as it must be completed today -- ahead of schedule if at all possible.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You can be proud and soft-spoken at the same time today -- and in fact, it will behoove you to let someone else sing your praises instead of you.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- A challenge arises today that will soon have you tapping into all kinds of skills you haven't used lately. You can overcome it with style!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're likely to attract quite an audience today if you stay on course and do what lies ahead. Are you ready to be the center of attention?

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may have to play a more important role in someone else's affairs today than you had expected. Still, he or she could be in no better hands.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A rough start gives way to smooth sailing later in the day. You will begin to measure gains almost immediately, but expect an ebb and flow.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- What someone else can't do, you may be able to do quite well -- even though you'll be jumping into a situation that may not be familiar to you.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may have to talk yourself into something that you would otherwise steer clear of -- but the reason, and possible rewards, are clear.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You will have a chance to revisit something today that is a favorite of yours. Inspiration results, and a new project may be conceived.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You want things to be as simple and clear-cut as your notion of right and wrong, but today you're likely to face a much more confusing reality.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- A positive attitude goes a long way today, especially when you are facing difficulties that are not of your own making.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Your confidence may take a hit today, thanks to someone not being in the right place at the right time. Recovery is assured but could take time.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may not get the commitment from friends you were hoping for, but one or two will be willing to give you some time and attention.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Don't be fooled by appearances today! You'll want to get down to the nitty-gritty, where how things look don't matter at all.