ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may fear that someone is trying to deceive you in some way. Your ability to spot a sham will serve you well, but don't be overly suspicious.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may find yourself in hot pursuit of something that you are confident can change your life. Take care: You're probably misinterpreting.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Pay particular attention to endings today, as they will tell you much more than any beginnings you might observe. You avoid a fall from grace.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A complex thread of communication has you nervous about overstepping and revealing too much too soon. Play it safe, today.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're eager to squeeze just a little more enjoyment than usual out of a routine day. In the end, there will have been nothing routine about it!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You are likely to know how to express yourself better than anyone else you encounter today -- and the resulting benefits will last a while.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Someone's contribution to a communal problem may have you bristling today -- but later you'll be able to participate in your own way.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Now is not the time to take sides. See if you can defuse a volatile issue by stating the case of each party in the fairest way possible.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You want what you do today to be remembered for quite a long time and to matter to those who come after you. The evening brings a surprise.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You will want to be as consistent as possible throughout the workday -- but later on, you can cut yourself loose from any such limitations.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Your instincts will serve you well today as you face a situation created by one whom you do not know well. One clever move saves the day.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- The surprises that someone has to offer you today are likely to take you to a whole new realm of understanding. This is a good and bad thing.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can have fun with someone who shares your taste for the good life. Take care, however, that you don't overspend or overindulge.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- The stars have an interesting meeting in store for you today. You will want to prepare yourself, as it will surely exceed expectations.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- What you're working on cannot wait, and you must keep up the pace even though your patience and energy are waning. No one else can do this.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You'll want to keep things within prescribed limits today. Don't let yourself fly off the handle, and don't let anyone take advantage of you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- It's a good day to remind others that you are firmly in control of your own affairs. A difficult decision can actually be made with ease.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may be called upon to find a solution to a problem today that, in the end, brings together two people who have been on the outs.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- A complicated puzzle proves even more stubborn than you've experienced in the past. Still, you can get several pieces put squarely into place.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You must be able to prioritize if you're going to get it all done. Someone may have put things in a strange, random order today.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Will you be able to steal away and enjoy some private time with someone you've been overlooking lately? This relationship needs mending.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- It may be difficult to find time for all you have to do today. The schedule you come up with will be based on recent experience.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Certainty isn't likely to result from firsthand investigation today, despite you finding concrete evidence. You must keep guessing -- for now.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may choose to settle back into a more familiar routine today when faced with the choice to explore something new. Do you know why?

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may not be able to comply with instructions you are given today until someone provides you with one tool you don't have.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Recent activities have done your reputation a disservice, especially since your efforts have been misunderstood. You can set things right today.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You'll start and stop many times today, but then all at once you'll hit your stride and keep going until your work is done. You score a hit.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Examine the evidence, and you'll come to a clearer understanding of something that has been a mystery to you for some time. Don't give up!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You'll want to stay in touch with someone who isn't able to be where you are. Give accurate reports of goings-on; you'll receive valuable counsel.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Are people watching you, or is that just that uncomfortable feeling of being on the spot? Today what you do can provide a clear answer.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may be surprised to discover that things are not progressing according to your rules. You're going to have to get used to change.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You will have to set aside a project that gives you the most pleasure in order to work on something that is time-sensitive. Delay no further.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You'll be in charge of something that is at first unfamiliar to you, but by day's end, you'll be navigating challenges like a real pro!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're not ready to "go public" with news that has only just been revealed to you. There are personal and professional adjustments to be made.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Someone may be telling you, again, that it's "too late" -- but you know better and can do a great deal before someone pulls the plug.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You'll be aware of your energy waxing and waning throughout the day. Timing will be your most important ally as you address all duties.