ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You are trying too hard to control those things that cannot be controlled. This skews things in the wrong way; adjust strategies and tactics!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- The difference between the permanent and the fleeting is not something you pay a lot of attention to -- but today it's worth some careful study.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You are ready to take the first step in a new direction today -- but a loved one is eager to see you reconsider your plans. Discuss honestly.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You're in need of a little inspiration today, but you're not likely to get it from the usual sources. Open yourself to surprises; it will come.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Others are trying to steer you in a direction in which you would not normally go -- so why be tempted today? Be firm, decisive and consistent.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You cannot afford to take things personally today, as you're almost sure to misinterpret a major issue if you do. Be objective.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You're eager to get out of the rut you think you're in, but in order to do that, you must first address a personal issue directly and honestly.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may have to say goodbye to one friend today before saying hello to another. An unavoidable period of shifting alliances begins now.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're uncertain about what lies ahead, but the "here and now" is very clear to you. Don't neglect your own needs and desires.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may wish to know what lies around the next corner, and the one after that, but the only way to do that is to proceed with caution.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Not everyone is going to be fooled by what you are putting forward today. You may want to opt for more honest, straightforward tactics.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- What comes your way today has already been experienced by many, so why not go to them and get as much information as you can? Use all resources.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You're on the verge of something big, and once you make a final decision about certain variables, you'll be off and running.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You enjoy what you are doing and why, but you're not sure that you'll enjoy what happens as a result. This is a strange state of affairs!

GEMINI (May 21-June 21) -- A warning comes, and a difficult situation passes -- so you'll be feeling confident and unsure at the same time perhaps. Get a second opinion.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Your ability to collaborate will surely be appreciated by all those who come in contact with you today. Something very big is on the horizon.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- A current endeavor has you working very hard to avoid anything that might seem like a cliche. You want everything to be new and original.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You have something exciting in store today for a friend or loved one. You may have to do some behind-the-scenes maneuvering to make it happen.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You'll be "on the prowl" for much of the day, though even those who know you best won't know what you're after. You're getting close!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You're going to be working toward a certain goal for quite some time. Certain pieces fall into place today, and the big picture becomes clearer.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're trying to get things "just right" today, but you must recognize when something is out of your control. Don't be overzealous.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- The quality of your work in comparison to another's will certainly be noticed and stand out -- and you've built up quite a head of steam.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You are eager to see the results of your recent efforts, but today may not be the day for that. You can concentrate on some other things.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Others are pulled toward you today though you are eager to go off on your own in some ways. Everyone must negotiate a compromise perhaps.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Your perspective has been changing of late, and today you'll see things as if you've never seen them before. You can make a difference now!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20 -- Have you been doing what you can each and every day to be involved? The more you contribute, the more you'll enjoy the end result, surely.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Others may flock to you with questions since you've been rather vocal about your expertise. One thing, however, you do not know.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may be under pressure to do more than usual in less time than usual. This can be a dangerous state of affairs; take necessary precautions.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may realize that you're not quite ready to do something you've been eager to do -- but you can learn much today that "fills in the gaps."

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You'll want to find out the reasons for someone's seemingly inexplicable behavior -- before you are tempted to follow suit. Play it safe.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You feel yourself nearing a major personal goal of such importance that you are almost afraid of what might happen if you fall short of the mark.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- The future is calling you today, but you may be more interested in what happened yesterday than in what might happen tomorrow.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- The more you learn of another's strategies and tactics, the better prepared you will be to maneuver when your turn comes. Watch and listen.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- It's time to let others know what you're really up to after being somewhat secretive for quite a while. How will you begin?

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You've been waiting eagerly for just the right moment to "announce" yourself in some way -- and now the time is fast approaching. Be ready.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Time may seem short, but you can get everything done with several minutes to spare today -- if you get an early start and maintain focus.