ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- What's good for the goose is good for the gander -- or so you've always heard. Today's events prove the adage true in more ways than one.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- The change you are trying to effect must start with you -- and today you can get the ball rolling by doing all the right things, and then some.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may have to stand up to someone in authority today in order to persuade those around you that the issues you've raised are valid.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You needn't be rebellious today in order to point out something that's not right or just; all you have to do is stick to what you know best.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- The rules may be changing, and today you may not know what to do in order to fit in as you usually do. Perhaps others must get used to you first.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Keep things simple today, and avoid the temptation to throw more resources at a project that can be completed in an economical fashion.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may be taking things a bit too personally at this time. Go to a friend and ask for his or her honest opinion -- and adjust accordingly.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Your attitude may not be helping where a tricky situation is concerned -- and in fact, you are very likely making things worse. Cut it out!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- That which is most worth your time and attention may not give you what you expect from it today. Stick with it and that will change.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may be compelled to challenge even those you know are correct. This is about something you've not yet aired -- but you must very soon!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You'll have at least one opportunity today to demonstrate just how much you know about a certain subject; don't let it pass you by!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're interested in leveling the playing field at this time, but to do so, you're going to have to get others to make key adjustments.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Someone is trying to convince you of a falsehood that others have been swallowing -- hook, line and sinker. You're not that easy!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You must take certain precautions today if you're not going to be delayed by something you cannot control. Evening brings a reprieve.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You're ready to take a position on the front lines today -- but take care that you aren't misinterpreting recent intelligence.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may have to get by on a shoestring today -- but you know how to get the most out of very little. A friend is ready to step in if necessary.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You've been following the rules, and yet certain developments may not have you feeling ready for what lies ahead. This is pure illusion!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Your abilities will be on full display at various points during the day -- though you aren't really trying to attract attention just yet.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You're ready to plot out the next few days, but right now you must tend to someone's immediate needs. It'll be your turn next.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You'll have time to explore the nitty-gritty today -- but take care that you don't get lost in details that don't really matter to you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You'll be able to demonstrate to your critics that what you are doing is justified. Once you do, the road ahead should be clear.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Though you are ready to move forward exactly as you planned, someone might throw a wrench in the works, requiring a change.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You are ready to begin another project even before your current one has come to an end. You know what it's like to be busy, and you enjoy it!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You must figure out how to be in compliance with a new rule that has only just now taken effect. You may have to register a complaint.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- A trip that you expect to be a pleasure outing becomes much more complicated -- and even more so if you take a certain friend along with you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- News received from afar today may seem to be meant for anyone but you, but the fact is that you are implicated in several important ways.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You'll get far today simply by making those around you feel good about themselves and their endeavors. You should make a habit of this!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may expect to feel less enthusiastic about things than usual today -- but no one around you is going to let your spirits fall right now.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're trying to get yourself out of a difficult situation, surely, but your efforts are actually making things worse. You may be trying too hard!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Some things can be made better today, and some cannot -- and you know precisely where you should spend your time. Avoid anything doubtful.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may not get the happy ending you want today, but the good news is that you can prolong things in order to avoid a bad one! Keep working!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You are tired of the tension between you and a member of the opposite sex. It may be time for you both to face your feelings directly!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You'll be given the opportunity to start something in a small way today that can very likely grow into something big and memorable.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- A misinterpretation of the facts you are facing today will put you in a vulnerable position. You don't want to remain stationary for long!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Communication becomes much more important today as the messages you send -- and receive -- are likely to contain highly sensitive details.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You'll be pleased by what is laid out before you today -- but take care you don't head off on a journey too soon. Prepare yourself -- and be safe!