ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You're not going to be able to straddle that fence for very long; today you're going to have to decide which side you're really on.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You feel as though you may not belong with those you've chosen as allies; soon events make clear what the right decision really is.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Fair treatment is all you're after today -- but you must take care you don't begin making demands that swing the pendulum too far in your direction.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Your preparations are almost complete, and the time for heading out on a new adventure is almost upon you. Someone expresses regret.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You'll come to understand a business transaction more fully today, thanks to someone who is willing to walk you through all the possibilities.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You must be ready to expend a great deal of energy today doing something that, yesterday, you would not have had to force.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You have nothing to fear from those on the periphery, as they are merely watching you to learn from you. You're sitting pretty today.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- The plan you are working on shows promise, but certain elements are still undercooked. You'll want the input of an expert.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Your personal style wins all manner of reactions today, from the highest approval to the harshest criticism. Don't change just yet.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- A simple and trivial oversight becomes much more important the longer you pretend it never happened. Face it directly today.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- You receive a favor from someone whose overall support you did not know you had. Very soon you'll have the chance to reciprocate, surely.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- The answer to a very simple question makes all the difference today, and it's a wonder you haven't realized it until now. Take a chance.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Your reputation may take a hit today, but you can recover quickly as long as you refuse to engage on an emotional level. Stick to business.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're getting back in the swing of things, and your efficiency level is increasing rapidly. Today is a good day to make a certain promise.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You know what's expected of you, and that's part of the problem. You want a few surprises to come your way -- and it won't be long now.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Your autonomy may be threatened by someone who seems to know things that you don't -- but you only have some of the necessary information.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- What comes your way today is likely to challenge you in a new fashion. You were better off keeping emotions out of it; be sure to engage your brain!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may regret a certain exchange with a friend or loved one, but you needn't worry that it will be remembered for long. Be sure to move on!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may have no choice but to use a certain valuable tool for something that was not intended. Damage is light, and results are good.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You must be as forthright as possible today as you deal with a situation that threatens to bring out the worst in everyone involved.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may feel as though someone has effectively taken the wind out of your sails -- but you'll get it back today by renewing a commitment.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may have some unpopular information to impart -- or at least that's what experience tells you. Today can be different.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You must be willing to embrace the truth today -- as it will, according to the adage, set you free. Things get better almost immediately.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- If you find yourself suddenly in the wrong, admit it and work to undo any damage done. By no means should you double down on your mistake.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may be tempted to push forward, despite any obstacles. This is surely a mistake as long as you remain uncertain about your own standing.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Those who know you best know that something isn't quite right -- though you're not yet at liberty to say what. Be ready to tell the tale.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You'll want things to be held to the highest standards all day long, but not everyone knows what you know. You may be in charge!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- It's important for you to let things develop and evolve organically at this time. Today, for example, you mustn't buck certain trends.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You are tempted to present yourself in such a way today that even those who know you best will be surprised. You must plan this with care!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You're in a better position than most today to see things the way they really are. Now is the time to make a decision about your immediate future.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You and a friend can make a pact today that will lead to a number of positive developments, but you mustn't expect them to start quickly.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Your schedule may have to be adjusted today when you hear what a partner hasn't yet done and what a rival has. You have to turn this around!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You'll surely get into the swing of things quickly today, but one new endeavor may prove a stubborn nut to crack. Use your imagination.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You needn't attract a great deal of attention to yourself or your endeavors today. The longer you can keep a secret, the better.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You'll soon have the support you're after, but you're going to have to make a certain sacrifice in order to prove something to another.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- The time has come for you to step back and let someone take charge for a while. Be ready to help when it's needed, but don't intrude.