ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You're at the start of something that can prove both enjoyable and highly rewarding -- but you can't leave the outcome to chance.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- A situation is evolving very quickly that will require you to look at your own behavior in a new light. Certain changes must be made.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Let your mind wander a bit and it will lead you in a pleasurable new direction -- but is there time to give this more than fleeting thoughts?

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You find yourself disagreeing with someone who is not only important to you personally but who also plays a role in a major project.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Now is no time to procrastinate; get to work right away in order to make the greatest possible headway. A rival is doing something new.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You'll have to follow the rules today whether or not you like it, so your best bet is to do so with a smile and a positive, cooperative attitude.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may be facing many temptations throughout this busy day. What's most important is that you don't let a competitor mislead you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You require guidance today whether or not you realize it, so why not ask for it outright? This will send the right message to the boss.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Yesterday's results have to be studied more closely today than usual. A sudden realization may have you conducting a recount.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're not interested in doing something the easy way; you want to do it the right way -- or not at all. Help arrives just in time.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You're playing fast and loose with someone's resources at this time, and it's not likely to be sustainable. It's time for a new plan.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You'll receive both praise and criticism today, and though the one is welcome and enjoyable, the other will teach you a valuable new lesson.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You're so eager to be "original" that you are ignoring very real ways of scoring a major success. It's time to rethink what matters most.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Any behavior that sends to others the wrong message is to be avoided today -- or abandoned permanently. You must keep your goals in sight.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- An early start today allows you to use the time later on to pursue personal goals. In the meantime, you must address certain professional needs.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You're likely giving someone an advantage over you without being remotely aware of the situation. Open your eyes and change course.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Unusual behavior warrants a close look today. While you try to figure out what's really going on, someone gives you the slip.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- A warning voice has you concerned about your position -- and rightly so. You'll want to consider all options as you make a new plan.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Someone close to you is concerned about your unwillingness to follow his or her lead. You have a very good reason -- but can it be shared?

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You don't want to find yourself in a situation that robs you of any real chance of success today. Do all you can to increase potential.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Others may not understand what you are trying to accomplish, but you needn't take time to explain yourself -- just yet.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You are working your way closer and closer to a line that you've sworn not to cross. Is it time, at last, to reconsider that unrealistic pledge?

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You know that there is only one way to proceed today, and yet you may still hesitate. Something is going on that requires attention.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Simplicity is the key to success today; any approach you take must steer clear of complication. Take a leaf out of someone's book.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Fun and profit are not mutually exclusive today -- and, in fact, you can have more of both by doing something in a way that nobody expects.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You'll enjoy a new opportunity that can make matters better for you at work and on the home front. An old friend resurfaces.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may be inspired to do something special for a loved one today when memories of an old flame distract you from an unnecessary personal issue.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You can expect things to line up in your favor today -- but don't be disingenuous and behave as though this isn't something you appreciate!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Sincerity is the key to success today. You must be sincere in all things -- especially when you're in a position of authority.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Don't make the mistake of thinking that all things will bend to your will today. You must let things happen organically in some key situations.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You are facing a tricky situation, armed with only desires to do good and a willingness to get going. When do you begin?

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You will surprise no one by doing what only you know how to do. Today you'll enjoy more than one opportunity to demonstrate your expertise.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may be contacted today by someone who was instrumental in a past success -- and you realize that those days are not gone for good!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You can maintain the highest standards today and still ease your way through a situation that doesn't really offer what you're looking for.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You can work wonders today with resources that are less than ideal, and others look upon you with more than admiration as a result.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may hear from someone today whom you have missed for quite some time, though you haven't been consciously aware of it until right now.