ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can be quite inventive today as you approach a problem that others cannot solve. Indeed, thinking out of the box is a virtual requirement!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You are eager to find an outlet for your growing creative energy. Look no further than what a friend offers -- it will take you by surprise.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You cannot afford to let your mind wander today. Stick to the problem at hand, and don't let anyone tell you that a solution can't be found.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Others are organizing a contest of sorts that you simply must participate in, as you'll have a chance to right a past wrong in the process.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Be sure to make time for the unexpected today; despite your many appointments and responsibilities, you must be ready to face a few surprises.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Repetition allows you to get something right that has taken quite some time to comprehend in the first place. You want to score a win!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Your imagination is likely to lead you down some winding paths today -- but what you discover along the way gives you a distinct advantage.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may be the only person who knows how to solve a certain problem today -- and others are almost certain to give you the freedom to get it done.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You can shower those you love with all that you have today -- and you'll not be lacking anything when all is said and done.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You risk much today by being oversensitive. Criticism is unavoidable, and you must take it in stride. Give another a piece of advice.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may not be able to progress as expected today, but a few moments of thought will allow you to come up with an even better plan of action.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Showing someone what you're made of doesn't have to involve aggression of any kind. Indeed, a "soft pedal" approach wins the day.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Others may think your decisions are somewhat eccentric, but they work for you, and that's all that counts. It can be a memorable day, surely!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Your confidence will be on display throughout much of the day, but take care you don't present yourself as a target to your rivals. Be safe!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- A very small mistake may grow to consume your day in ways you would never have expected. You may choose to follow someone's lead.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Your thoughts and feelings are your own today, of course -- but you may have something to gain by sharing them in a way you haven't in the past.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may be asked to pledge support for something that you do not wholly believe in -- and you must say so or risk being labeled a hypocrite!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may risk more than your peace of mind today by doing what you know should be done by someone else. It's not too late to change course.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Others are likely to judge you for something you did a long time ago. This is unfair, but you mustn't be tempted by thoughts of payback.

SCORPIO (Oct 23-Nov. 21) -- A surprising realization puts you in a healthier state of mind today. A friend seeks shelter, and you can offer it. Think about tomorrow.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You can be far more creative today than you have been in the recent past. You may receive approval for something rather unusual.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Your mistakes are likely to add up today; think ahead to minimize the damage. Someone you know plays an unexpected role.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- A Cancer or Leo native puts you on the defensive today for reasons passing understanding. This is a situation you must control!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You cannot afford to let your emotions get the better of you today. Shift gears if you have to in order to make the pace manageable.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You are more than willing to talk about the important things today but may have to convince someone that conversation is beneficial.

TAURUS (April 2-May 20) -- You receive information today that you can put to good use almost immediately -- provided you are ready for the changes that will result.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You'll want to share with those around you today, but take care that you don't give up something that is precious to you. Play it safe.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You will want to get back to the basics today, especially where a certain relationship is concerned. Give and take is the key.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may be tempted to go in a new direction today, but that will surely require you to learn as you go -- and are you ready for such pressure?

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You must guard against an assault from an expected source. Someone is eager to see you fall short -- but others support you in your efforts.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may be tempted to bend or even break the rules just a bit today in order to shake others out of the doldrums. This has far-reaching effects.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may not have a great deal of time to prepare for what is coming your way very quickly today. Take a leaf out of someone's book.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Beginnings and endings compete for your attention today. You know which is more important to you right now, but you may become distracted.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- A risk taken today is one you can avoid tomorrow; things transpire in turns right now, and you must be ready to maneuver accordingly.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- A job done well needn't take an inordinate amount of time today; a job done badly will surely require much more time further down the road.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You'll receive instructions today, but you may not be able to complete the task assigned to you because of a lapse in communication.