ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Because you are feeling more creative than usual, you may run afoul of someone who insists that everything be done by the book today.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You know how things work -- or you used to. Today, you may be confused by something that would have been simple to you not very long ago.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Don't forget to consider any possible long-term effects of what you do today -- especially if what you do flies in the face of convention.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Two paths seem to converge today, and where they meet, you'll likely be presented with the kind of choice you thought you'd never have to make.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Something that no one else around you is willing to try falls into your lap, and if you choose to attempt it, you will benefit in untold ways.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You've been away from the center of things for quite a while, and today you may be able to return -- without fanfare, of course. Do you dare?

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- What you give another with enrich you as well. Decision-making proves easier than expected, especially if you front-load key activities.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- It may be time, once again, to double down on something that only you seemed to believe in. Today, however, you can attract support.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You've not been taking care of yourself in the way you've been encouraged to by those around you. Do they care more about you than you do?

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Your choice is simple today: You can either help someone with a difficult endeavor or get out of the way. Don't be an obstruction.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may find yourself involved in a bit of mischief today, and though it wasn't your idea, you'll wind up having to share in the cost.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Guessing is likely to prove a costly mistake today; you'll want to deal at all times in that which is accurately quantifiable.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Take the time to assess your performance with care today, and you'll be able to do much better tomorrow -- if you're honest with yourself.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- A simple game of chance can be manipulated in such a way today that you increase your odds in a manner that surprises almost everyone around you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You can do what needs to be done today without attracting too much attention -- which will prove helpful if you have to bend the rules.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Giving someone a taste of their own medicine may sound like an option today, but you're likely to open up a wound that is very slow to heal.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- A little research tells you that you have more choices available to you today than you had originally thought. A change is feasible.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Someone close to you may object today to plans you made some time ago. This is something that will require some careful negotiation.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- See if you can channel another's energy or spirit today in order to tackle a problem that seems, right now, to be over your head.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- The solution you are seeking to that stubborn domestic problem is right in front of you -- and today you'll see it for what it really is.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- There are more important things than punctuality, certainly, but being on time is a very good way to start this very busy day.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- A project you're eager to start proves more complicated when you take those first few important steps. You have time to retreat and regroup.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may be reminded today just how important it is to maintain something of a routine as you work slowly toward a goal that is now in sight.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Something just over the horizon is likely to require preparation on your part starting today. You know what you'll be called upon to do.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Focus on the things on your list that you know you can complete today, and wait to tend to the rest. You'll likely have enough time.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may recognize that something significant is going on between you and a new partner that goes beyond anything required by work.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You will certainly appreciate the praise you receive from someone you consider to be an expert. This is an important boost.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may wish you had trained more for today's particular setting or situation, but you can prevail if you trust your instincts.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Instead of trying to explain yourself today, why not listen to what others have to say about their experiences? You can learn more this way.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Whatever is going on not far from you today is likely to be a distraction of sorts -- unless you can figure out how to make it an inspiration.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Now is the time to show someone in charge just what you're made of and what you can do. An excuse is no substitute for a top-notch performance.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may have been running late for some time, but today you're able to catch up -- and perhaps complete a few key tasks ahead of schedule.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Self-pity never did you any measurable good, and it's not likely to do so now -- so stop feeling sorry for yourself. Address the problem!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You must dedicate some time today to someone's needs, and the sooner you do so, the sooner your business will be addressed.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Despite your admiration for someone, you're likely to spot a few weaknesses or insufficiencies from which you can learn a great deal.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Your unique way of approaching a certain common problem will attract the attention of others today and should win you ample praise.