ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You'll want to stick to your schedule today, even though someone else is tempting you to let it all go. You can cut loose soon, surely.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- The news you receive today isn't likely to be as useful as you had hoped, but you can certainly stretch its benefits further than expected.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Though you may choose to do something rather traditional, you can spice up things by putting your own unique stamp on it every step of the way.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You're willing to do something today for less than your usual rate, but it's not a habit you want to make. This is a one-and-done deal.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Actions have consequences of course, but today you may find that you have greater leeway than usual. Still, you will want to minimize any risks.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- A little quick thinking at a key moment today allows you to stretch your finances further than you had anticipated. Can this be repeated?

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- It is possible for you to get yourself in some trouble for breaking the rules without knowing what you've done. Pay more attention next time.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Others are sure to find your calm approach to a potential crisis inspiring. You can do much today, but you can't find a permanent solution.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're ready to take advantage of a situation that someone else created. You'll surprise many when you count your own personal gains.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You can ease tensions somewhat today, but until you identify the cause of a certain rising conflict, you'll not progress as planned.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- What you do for another today will tell someone else that you're the right person for a very tricky job. An offer may soon come your way.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- A rival pushes you beyond the limits that you have set for yourself, but you needn't fear any negative consequences. You're up to the challenge.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Today's events are likely to require you to adopt an even more realistic stance than is usual for you. Now is no time for any sort of deception.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You are able to see things from many different angles today, and though that doesn't alter reality, it surely enables you to react differently.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may not know what is required of you today, but your best guess will be close enough. Once you get started, you'll be hard to stop.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Keep your feet on the ground today, even as you dream big. Indeed, a balance of realism and idealism can pay off handsomely for you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- The possibilities ahead of you may seem tangled and complicated, but when you get closer, you'll realize there is one path for you to take.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Set your sights on something new today and begin preparations to move in that direction. A subtle internal change may be required.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Your exploration of a certain opportunity can yield results today -- but it's important for you to avoid getting too involved just yet.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You will be eager to determine what you can do to lend a hand to others today. You don't simply want to go through the motions, do you?

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You know better than to believe that old adage that tells you beauty is only skin deep, as your inner beauty will shine brightly today.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You have a great deal going for you today, and yet you may have trouble focusing your energies on only one endeavor -- until nightfall.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- That sensitivity you so often try to conceal is likely to come to the surface today, in the guise of shameless romanticism. Enjoy this.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You don't mind at all when others define you according to their own narrow perception. You know how far-reaching your talent is.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- The day opens on a note of uncertainty, but an email or phone call gets your attention and has you working toward a positive outcome.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Those working with you know they can count on you, but it's those who are not that may take some persuading. Actions speak louder than words.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You are likely to get defensive if asked to explain yourself, but take a moment to assess possible gains. It may well be worth it.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Don't be fooled today by something that seems trivial but which under the surface offers up more than one important opportunity.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may find yourself running on empty before you know it if you don't take the time to replenish your stores of energy -- and inspiration, too!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You'll see something develop today that you had foreseen quite some time ago -- and now you're in a position to do something about it.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- A warning comes to you through unfamiliar channels today. Pay just as much attention to what is not said as to what is, and prevail.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- A deeper look into someone's affairs gives you the answer you're looking for -- but how do you explain why you were being nosy?

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Someone close to you is likely to tell you something no one else will. What you do with the information surprises those who know you best.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- There's no question that you know where you're going and why. What is in doubt today is how you can get there in the time allowed.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- The work you've been doing may not have had the desired effect yet, but today you'll encounter people who make a much better audience.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Taking a chance without knowing what the rewards may be is not worth it today. Get as much information as possible in order to get what you deserve.