ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You're ready to unveil something you feel will make a strong impact, but you must wait until you are certain others are paying attention.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Simple is almost always best today -- except in one situation, which may demand of you a good deal more analysis and problem-solving.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You have good reason to avoid a certain someone today -- but make no mistake, you'll have to come to terms with a recent clash eventually.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- The future is looking bright, but you may have to jump through a great many hoops to get there. Make sure you're not just making things up!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- It's a good day to get back in touch with those who have recently drifted far from home. Your methods of communication are unusual but effective.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Someone has caused you a minor inconvenience, and you needn't make a big deal out of it -- unless you're sending a message to someone else.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- A brief encounter means much more to you today than it might have in the past. You'll want answers -- and you can have them by day's end.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You are looking into the future to see what you can learn about the days ahead, but you had better look at this very day for important clues.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- The wrong decision needn't hold you back. You can correct any errors swiftly today and move toward your desired destination with ease.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You'll be recognized for a recent effort, but you're more eager to have those in authority see what you are doing now. Make a request.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- An original agreement undergoes some alterations today -- and you want to be sure you play a part in any and all related negotiations.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're well aware of how someone fared when attempting something new and different -- but the odds are more in your favor today.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You mustn't make the mistake of tackling everything all at once today. Address issues one at a time in order to keep your head above water.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may fear that your reserves have dried up, but there's much more available to you. You can navigate dangerous territory with ease.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may be offered something that at first means little, but when you say "yes" and begin to indulge, you'll enjoy a flood of good memories.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may be able to carry a greater burden than expected today, but is there any real point to that? Do what you were meant to do.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- If you're caught with your hand in the cookie jar today, it is best to fess up and avoid any unnecessary embarrassment. You'll be forgiven.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Your routine is founded in behavior that goes back generations, and your appreciation for your personal history will serve you well today.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You're looking forward to the day's end -- and with good reason -- but you must not neglect your duties during daylight hours. Be responsible!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You're sure to be surprised by what greets you when you begin your day -- but don't let all the noise distract you. Stay on task!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You must be sure you know what you're working with today. If you find yourself without what you really need, ask for it!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may find yourself in the midst of something you wish would be concluded quickly -- but what happens at that point is worth waiting for.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- While waiting for something to reveal itself today, you mustn't neglect the little things that are just getting started.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You'll want to check and double-check all details today before you put a potentially dangerous plan into motion. Others wait for your results.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may have precious little wiggle room today, so you must do things precisely as instructed -- if possible. You can get creative later.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Your observations of the world around you prove quite valuable to you today, as you are required to emulate some things you've only just seen.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Put yourself in another's shoes today, and you'll come to understand just why your perspective is lacking. Make necessary adjustments now.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may find that your current routine isn't providing you with the inspiration you need -- but what, really, can you do? Look for options.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- A change of scenery can work wonders today as you seek freedom from the old way of doing things. One change is all it takes to get you moving again.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You receive word from someone in charge that your recent efforts have not been up to par. Investigate further, as this may not be the case.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Someone may react to you in a way that takes you very much by surprise, but it could be that you have been too tentative in your initial approach.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You can fix what goes awry with ease -- but take care you don't try to fix that which is not broken! Someone may change the rules on you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- A promise comes your way today, which makes you more comfortable with a situation that you originally did not trust. You will make real progress.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 18) -- You'll want to make the best possible impression today, but not everyone will make this easy for you. One obstacle in particular is stubborn.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Now is no time to sugarcoat things or beat around the bush. Say what you have to say and move on -- or be ready for a setback of some kind.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Why not get to work as soon as possible today? Do so, and you'll surely beat a competitor out of the gate and establish a healthy lead.