ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You'll breathe a sigh of relief at some point today when someone in charge announces, "So far, so good!" This challenge isn't over, however.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may wish you had things lined up a certain way today, but the fact that they're not will bring out your best on many occasions.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You're eager to get things going today, but you may have to wait longer still because of someone's insistence that you review the preliminaries.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You risk getting tangled in details today, so your best bet is to focus on the big picture while you instruct others in their individual jobs.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Technology is your friend, surely, but there is still only so much you can do today without resorting to some older, traditional tactics.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- The louder one shouts, the more likely it is that he or she will be ignored. Today requires a calm, quiet, measured approach that is perfect for you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Your willingness to be in the spotlight will enable you to claim a certain advantage over others today -- most especially at the workplace.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You've got to run through all manner of protocols today before you settle on the one that is most suitable for what you are facing at this time.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- A plan made some time ago suddenly becomes more pertinent and timely than expected today, as a certain development forces your hand.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Give yourself more time today to do things that seem routine, for you are likely to face an unforeseen -- and possibly dangerous -- obstacle.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- That which you know best may seem confusing today, while that which has always been up in the air becomes much more certain almost instantly.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Your expertise is likely to be challenged today, but you'll acquit yourself, as you rely on tactics that have served you well in the past.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may have to lay down the law for someone who thinks he can do whatever he wants with impunity. You must correct this thinking!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- The questions you ask today reveal much more about yourself than they do about the topic at hand. Realize that this is indeed about you!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You must keep track of all expenditures today -- especially those that are unplanned. Very soon you may have to report all financial activity.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may have said something recently that comes back to haunt you today. Instead of trying to backpedal, simply fess up to it and apologize.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're searching for something that has been tempting you for some time. It may be within reach today, but are you ready to take possession of it?

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- A loved one reveals to you something about yourself today that changes the way you have been thinking about a certain tricky situation.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Pay attention to those who seek you out for special counsel today; don't simply brush them off. You'll benefit as well from advice you give.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- While waiting for someone to give you what you've asked for, you'll want to make alternate arrangements just in case. Be prepared!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- The unusual seems quite ordinary to you today -- and vice versa. Your entire perspective is changing. Can you keep up with yourself?

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're in no mood to fight against invisible enemies today. When you are facing a "clear and present" threat, you can mount a defense.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You are trying to do what others have already done -- but by bringing up the rear in this way, you're giving yourself a certain rare advantage.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Your day will be filled with surprises, and the more you allow yourself to embrace the uncommon, the more ready you'll be for a new challenge.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You don't quite know what to make of a recent message from a friend or loved one, but today you can surely get answers to most of your questions.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Quality control is a major issue today, and you may find yourself in charge of making key decisions at some point. By all means, be decisive!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You can usually supply what you need without having to ask others -- but, in one case today, you're likely to discover that help is required.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Say only what you mean today, and know that whatever you say will be heard -- and people will act accordingly. You have that kind of power!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Even the smallest development will have a major impact today -- if you say so. Much more than usual will be up to you at this time. Enjoy yourself!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You receive a promise from someone that seems at first to be empty. You may want to put him or her to a certain "test" before moving forward.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- If it's validation you're after, you may have to wait in line. If you want to move forward without regard to another's opinion, get to it!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You'll encounter a situation today that seems quite similar, if not identical, to one encountered yesterday. Is this simply "part two"?

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You can give yourself a boost today when no one else will. Your natural ability to give yourself freely to an endeavor pays off handsomely.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Someone you know very well is likely to make a believer out of you before the day is out; much will take on a more vibrant cast as a result!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may be growing tired of doing the same thing each day -- or, conversely, you may want to adopt a routine. Creativity counts in either case!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Pay attention to your surroundings today, especially when there are no other people present. You may be most vulnerable when alone.