ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- A surprise launches you on a new journey today that will almost certainly be marked by several unexpected stops along the way.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may not be able to anticipate all that will happen today, but you can trust in your own experience to guide you through the unknown.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Someone may beat you to the punch today, but you'll recover quickly and remain competitive for some time. You know what you're doing!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- When it's your turn to call the shots, you want to be able to do so in a confident manner. You've done your homework, haven't you?

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- When someone gives you the chance to show what you can do, you mustn't think of it as a test as much as an opportunity. You've waited for this!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Take care today that you don't find yourself on the wrong side of an argument that can determine where things are going for quite some time.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You're going to need at least a little guidance today as you set out over terrain that may prove treacherous. Listen to what you are told.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You'll want to learn more about what you hear through the grapevine today. Is it really the truth or merely something you dream about?

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Safety will be an issue throughout the day, but you may have to compromise at one point in order to ensure that you keep a promise.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're likely to find a time for that special someone today, no matter how busy you may otherwise be. You're ready to take it up a notch.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You can gain the advantage today, surely -- but that doesn't mean you have to lord it over those who are charged with listening to you.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Your current situation may baffle you somewhat, but you can certainly spend some time today trying to figure out the how and the why of it.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may be required to do more than you had anticipated today -- and more quickly than you are used to, as well. An authority figure is watching.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You can turn a negative into a positive today without doing anyone harm. Indeed, you'll be far more maneuverable than in days past.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You're likely to receive orders that make no sense to you, given the prevailing circumstances. Is there time to raise an objection?

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You'll do someone a favor today and receive one in return as payment -- though you may be left with the feeling that you've been shortchanged.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Messages are sent here and there throughout the day, and you may find yourself playing the role of courier at some point. Timing is a factor.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You're expecting a clear road ahead, but someone is likely standing in your way. Now is no time to hesitate; you must demand clear passage!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You have all kinds of good reasons for doing or not doing some things today -- but those in charge only want results. Get to work!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may be surprised when you receive an offer that you expected to go to someone else. You can turn this into a major opportunity today.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You mustn't be the only one to do the talking today. Others have good ideas and can communicate them well; give them the floor!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You'll benefit from something today that someone else considers a major setback. You can show them how to move ahead at this time.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may require the assistance of someone with whom you've been "on the outs" lately -- but today is a good day to put it all behind you.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Pay attention to the little things that might do you harm. You're likely to come to the conclusion that you're doing something wrong.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- That which went missing some time ago is likely to turn up today -- though you may not be instrumental in locating it. Luck plays a role.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may be harboring feelings that are keeping you from doing what you must at this time. Get moving -- and don't second-guess yourself!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You're likely to encounter someone who seems immune to your charms, but that only means that you're going to have to turn up the wattage!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Advice you give to someone less experienced than you are is advice you can also take yourself -- and it will serve you both very well.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may find yourself waiting in line today -- but for what? If you haven't done the requisite research, you'll be behind the curve for a while.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Take a look at what lies ahead of you today and assess -- honestly -- whether now is the time to do what you had planned. Be realistic!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- The moment you say "never" you'll be sorry, for you're likely to be immersed almost immediately in something that is all too familiar.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- That which you are contemplating today may reveal itself to you as something you want no part of at this time. Head in a new direction.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're likely to receive a calling of sorts today, but you do not have all the information you need to make a decision one way or the other.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Look around you and watch others make decisions today. Do you have that same luxury, or are you confined to one option?

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- If you are looking for answers today, you're not likely to find the ones you want right away. You've left something important undone.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may be required to make a sacrifice of sorts today, but after considering all the options, you'll recognize that it's the wise move.