ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Proceed with caution today, and don't let anyone tell you that things are not as you observe them to be. Your perceptions are correct.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You can put in your two cents today without any risk of pushback. Those who really listen to you will certainly value what you say.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- It's time for you to take charge, perhaps -- but you mustn't do so without first making an honest appraisal of the situation that beckons.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may have to keep your opinions to yourself for a time today, as someone attempts something in a manner with which you don't agree.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- It's time to tell a loved one just what you think of certain aspects of your relationship -- and this includes both the positive and the negative.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Someone who seeks your guidance is deserving of your full attention today. He or she will teach you something about your own capabilities.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Someone who has taken care of you in the past now needs your care, but this means you'll have to drop what you are doing and really commit.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You're seeking a certain something from someone in your inner circle, but you don't know how to ask for it directly. This causes a delay.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You are in a better position today to know what has to be done than anyone else. Still, not everyone will follow your instructions.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- That which is unpleasant can be dealt with early in the day, and that which you most enjoy can wait until you have time to indulge in it fully.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may have to conceal your true feelings for a time today while others work out a problem that was none of your doing. Your turn will come.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You can engage with others with a great deal more energy than usual today, or at least you're likely to! A creative project nears completion.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can do much for someone today who has done much for you in the past. It's not the end of this mutually beneficial arrangement.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Your ability to see things as they are will come in very handy today as you fight against someone's unwillingness to face the truth.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may be going through a difficult time today, but someone close to you is willing to do more than usual to see you through it.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You are more interested in what someone else is doing, perhaps, than you are in your own endeavors. It may be time to change course -- for good!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Your schedule leaves you only so much room to maneuver today, but maneuver you must as you deal with a situation promoted by a rival.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may be feeling as though you will never stand a chance when it comes to a certain competition -- but your standing is quite high.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You can tend to issues in the order that they arise today. Focus on that which enlivens you and gives you a clear view of the future.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may have to take steps today -- but you're unwilling to share them with anyone else before you swing into action.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- An ordinary encounter becomes extraordinary quite by accident today -- and you're in a position to make things right with an old friend.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You can't wait too long for the answer to a certain question today. If it doesn't come when you expect it to, you must move on.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- An issue cries out for your attention today, but you may not be willing to give it a glance until someone steps aside and gives you room to work.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Tension builds today over an issue that neither you nor another party wishes to speak about openly -- and that is the mistake! Start talking!

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You are interested in going after a promotion of sorts, as you find the perks quite attractive. One obstacle stands in your way.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You are nearing the point of no return with regard to a certain endeavor. It's time to take off the gloves and give it all you've got.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Start with something simple today, and work your way up to the more complicated endeavors. A friend's success shows you the way forward.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may not give others much of a clue regarding your intentions today, but if they watch what you do and how you do it, all will be clear.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You are able to dispense a great deal of native wisdom today; those who really listen will be able to put what you offer up to very good use.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You're ready to take credit for something that you think is a resounding success, but there may be those whose assessment differs from yours.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You are able to see clearly what lies ahead, but you may not be able to communicate it as well as you may have hoped. Weigh your words with care.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You can expect to get assistance from someone whose knowledge exceeds your own in certain respects. Together you can conjure up a surprise.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may be expecting to get some help when you most need it today, but it won't be made available unless you ask for it directly.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- The questions you ask today indicate that you're willing to go where you have not gone before. Others will be impressed by your daring.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You'll have to proceed with more care than usual, as the day promises one or two events for which you may not be able to prepare.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Your interests are changing, but that doesn't mean you won't carry with you all you have learned before. A new opportunity beckons.