ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may find yourself waiting for a few last pieces of information today that you must have before wrapping up a certain key issue.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Someone's change of plans may not be strictly according to the rules, but it's something you can overlook given other elements at play.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Someone you know may be overcomplicating an issue at this time, and because it affects you directly, you'll surely want to say something.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may require a little coaxing today before committing to something that isn't in your wheelhouse. Doing it will surely be good for you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- The haves and the have-nots are likely to clash today over something that wouldn't otherwise have a major impact. You can solve this easily.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Just because you've backed a certain horse doesn't mean it's going to win the race today. Think about diversifying your support in some way.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Your attempt to skirt a major issue isn't likely to work today -- for obvious reasons. You needn't examine your error; just move on.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You are keenly aware of what is going on around you today, and that will give you the advantage over those who think they have you fooled.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- It's time at long last to catch up with a certain someone you've been keeping at arm's length for a while. Reestablish contact.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You must follow certain protocols if you're to complete an assignment on schedule. Today's efforts do have a major impact.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- It's a good day to adopt a "better late than never" attitude. You still have time to complete a project; make getting it done a priority.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You run the risk of having someone lose faith in you today if you're unable to come through. Be sure to do what you said you'd do.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You're not likely to control things as much as you had hoped today, but if you choose the right person to follow, all will go well for you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Whether intentional or unintentional, your effect on the affairs of others will be widely felt today. Embrace them as teammates if you can.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- A youthful sort of energy and vision will allow you to speed your way to a particular goal. Now you're in a position to score a major victory.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Your sense of humor may get you into hot water today, but it shouldn't be difficult for you to win pardon if you adopt a becoming humility.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Everything looks very much the same today as it did yesterday -- until you make one wrong move that changes your perspective dramatically.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- If you're too quick to ask for help today, you're not likely to learn the lessons that the current situation holds. Stay on your own a while.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You can surely overcome the obstacles that are placed in your path by others today -- but can you do the same when standing in your own way?

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You're trying very hard to get to the bottom of something that is puzzling many more than just you. Perhaps a group effort can pay off.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may inadvertently walk into a hornet's nest today by venturing too far out of your comfort zone. A hasty retreat is surely in order.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Coddle others and they're not likely to learn the lessons you have to share with them. Be firm, direct and uncompromising today.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may fall short of the mark today, as hard as you will surely try, simply because the timing isn't right. Patience will pay off.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Take care that you don't get in your own way today by being too formal in your approach to the rules. Free yourself up just a bit.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may want to take a supporting role in today's affairs in order to let someone else feel what it's like in the spotlight. Don't go far.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- The private and the public aspects of your life are likely to come together in an unusual way today. You must make sure it's not a collision.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You cannot afford to be too critical of others today, as the harsh glare of judgment is likely to be trained on you before too long. Be fair.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Doing your best is all anyone can ask of you today, but you are determined that your "best" at this time will be better than it was before.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Those who have a problem with the way you do things will have to speak up today or hold their peace indefinitely, as you're certainly on the move.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- What you do face to face and one on one today is sure to be more valuable to you than anything you accomplish in a group setting.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Make a certain decision quickly today so you have plenty of extra time to devote to another one that is nowhere as easy to make.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You're not about to be persuaded by anyone that your motives and methods are anything but pure and effective -- but are they really?

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- There is more than one path leading to the destination of your choice -- but how do you know which one to take? Follow another's lead.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may be captivated by what someone has done in your absence, but now it's time to work together once again toward a common goal.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- The social scene may not give you all you are hoping for during daylight hours, but after dark is likely a very different story. Be ready!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Your expectations must be reined in today if you're going to avoid a big disappointment at day's end. See what works for others.