ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Go back in time if you can and examine both a mistake and an accomplishment; they will tell you all you need to know about a coming challenge.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You'll have reason to call upon those whom you look up to, if only figuratively, as you may want to model your own deeds after one long gone.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You can move ahead with confidence, even if you don't have every piece of a particular puzzle in place. Experience holds you steady.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- What remains out of sight today will be an object of curiosity for most, but not for you. You're more interested in what is clearly accessible.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Your behavior today may confuse some, but those who know you best understand that you're trying something new as you ponder a fresh direction.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may be faced with an unusual choice today, but that doesn't mean you can't approach it in a logical manner. You see what's coming.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You mustn't fear dissenting voices today, but rather you should welcome them, as they will ensure that your opinions are solidly based.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may be facing something of a moral dilemma today. In the past, this would be easier, but now you're not quite so sure of yourself.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Tradition helps you remain steady today, even as you try something new. Others envy your ability to let go and experiment a bit.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may have been in a position of authority in the past, but right now you're going to have to keep silent and do as you are told.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You're willing to fight for your freedom today, but take care you're not going up against someone who has already won this particular battle.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may have to put your foot down today in order to command the respect of those who would otherwise disregard your boundaries.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You've earned the right, perhaps, to explore things in your own way -- and according to your own timetable. Let others know what you need.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- One phase is coming to a close at this time while another is just beginning -- but an unavoidable overlap may render this a critical period.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- The questions for which you are most eager to find answers may prove more opaque than expected today, but you can still make measurable progress.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- It's the little things that may stand in your way today, but once you get over the notion that everything is very important, you'll fare well.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You owe something to others that you may not be ready or able to pay -- but perhaps you can make an alternative arrangement today. Speak up!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You can make use of almost any idea today, though you will certainly recognize the better ones, as they can yield results almost immediately.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Your docket may not be entirely full, but that can work in your favor, as you're likely to spend more time on one endeavor than expected.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You have a great many abilities that can come in handy, but you're eager to show off just one -- and that opportunity comes late in the day.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You needn't agree with those around you today, but things will go more smoothly for you if you try to understand why they think as they do.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- The more you find yourself traveling here and there today, the more you'll want -- and need -- to maintain contact with home and family.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You're eager to get out from someone's shadow today and soar -- but you must take care that you're not trying to do too much too soon.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Following another's instructions can work wonders for you during the first part of the day, but later on, you'll want a little more freedom.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You want to dig into things a bit more than usual, and today you'll have the chance to invest more completely in several activities.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Your focus may have to be divided between two important issues today -- but you know that one more than the other will demand more time of you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- If it's happened before, it can happen again, and today is likely the day for something to sneak up on you for which you should have been ready.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may be confusing a benefit with a liability today; figure out where your strengths really lie, and you can rely upon them more.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You can have a lot of fun today -- after you get your work done. For only then will you be able to free your mind and really let go!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Someone you know only a little is likely to reveal more to you than ever before, and the result leads you to make a last-minute decision.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You feel as though you are ready for anything, but you must be honest with yourself today and acknowledge the few things you want to avoid.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may be able to solve a stubborn mystery today when someone offers you a clue that doesn't look like a clue until you examine it closely.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may be perilously close to passing up an opportunity that could change things for the better -- now and in the future. Be ready!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're selling yourself short if you think that you're not up to par, but the truth is that you are looked upon as a true and able leader.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Others may affix all manner of labels on you today, but much that you do and much of who you are can't be categorized in that way.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You'll want to be sure that you keep up with others in the search for knowledge and usable information. Falling behind leads to trouble.