ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- It is not possible to prepare for every eventuality this week, but you can surely ready yourself for that which you can accurately foresee. (April 5-April 19) -- You don't need things to be laid out for you explicitly; you can interpret suggestions very well.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You want to maintain as much control over your immediate environment as possible; some trends you will simply have to accept. (May 6-May 20) -- You can overcome many obstacles this week -- but the most effective strategy is to avoid them altogether.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- Problems may stem directly from a lack of leadership -- or the wrong kind. You can solve this problem, with a little help. (June 7-June 20) -- You may be asked to make a difficult decision without having adequate time to examine the issues.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- Progress is not likely to be steady; you can expect stops and starts, and at least one major diversion from your chosen path. (July 8-July 22) -- You have what it takes to deal justly with one who is not giving you what you need -- or what was promised.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You must be sure to do those things that make you feel as though you are in control of the situation. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- The shortest distance between two points is a straight line -- so why are you taking such a meandering route?

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- Routine may be upset early in the week as a result of someone else's unexpected decision. You can get back on track soon. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You may be torn between two distinct possibilities this week; each has merit, but one is unusually attractive.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- Early action on your part can prevent you from being at the mercy of someone who really isn't connected at this time. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- Your own instincts will see you through what, for some, is a difficult and emotional time. Try to remain objective.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You may have an uneasy sense that someone has been working against you in some way; you can reclaim your advantage. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- That which appears better than usual this week isn't likely to be -- but it may well be good enough.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You'll find yourself thanking those around you who have come through for you in times of need. You can return the favor. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You may be drawn to certain unusual endeavors this week that you would normally avoid.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You may find yourself waiting longer than expected this week to get something started with a partner or loved one. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You are fully prepared for someone to bail on you -- but it's not likely to fall out that way.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You can pursue new interests, but take care you do not abandon a project that is halfway to completion. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You'll be able to swing into action immediately this week, getting points on the board before anyone else.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- Things may get difficult, but you know how to keep everything in perspective and to focus on necessary outcomes. (March 6-March 20) -- Those around you will surely influence you to some degree this week; keep your goals squarely in mind.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You'll feel things in a way that is unique to you this week -- but it doesn't mean you have no empathy for those around you. (April 5-April 19) -- You'll find important messages in all manner of things you see hear, and read this week -- but don't over-interpret!

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You'll have the chance to do an important favor for someone who has been there for you in the past. (May 6-May 20) -- You'll be introduced to a new kind of experience this week that, at first, turns you off -- and then intrigues you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You have a great deal of support ready to come to your aid when you need it; it's important to know that you aren't alone. (June 7-June 20) -- You may be overlooking an important opportunity that may not be yours to exploit next week.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- Others are ready to follow where you lead them, but take care that you are not fooling anyone; are you really heading somewhere? (July 8-July 22) -- The options before you are all valid -- though one or two may demand more of you than the others.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- Take advantage of any extra time you have on your hands, and deal with peripheral issues that have been obstructing you. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You are in no mood to interact with those who are not being honest and truly receptive.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You may have the chance to reconnect with people with whom you worked very closely in times past. You can pick up where you left off. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- Other may be expecting you to take part in something that, upon reflection, you see as "not for you."

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You may be able to come to the rescue of one who is in need of assistance right now -- but who is going to help you when the time comes. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- Questions lead to answers, surely -- but this week those answers will lead to many, many more questions!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You may have trouble coming to rest this week; you'll want to be on the move from morning to night -- and sleep may not come easily. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You'll be warned by a friend or loved one about a coming danger. You see it, but are you preparing for it?

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You may be able to tackle a certain project successfully with a more in-depth approach than others have taken. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- What appears to you in a dream early in the week may well become reality in a matter of days -- but do you want it to?

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You won't want to travel far from home on your own; be sure that you are accompanied by someone who complements you. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You can, with a little creative thinking, turn a liability into an advantage this week.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You may fear that something you are asked to do borders on the impossible, but you are underestimating yourself. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You know what must be done, how it must be done and when it must be done -- but motivation may be in short supply.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- What others see in you as a strength may cause you to wonder how they interpret certain traits in other times. Carry on! (March 6-March 20) -- You must know your limits, even as you strive to extend your reach beyond your current range of experience.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- The simpler things are, the happier you'll be. It's a good time for you to let others solve problems -- if they're not your own. (April 5-April 19) -- You don't want to leave another with a mess to clean up if you can help it. Pitch in and help!

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- It's a good week for you to let someone under your care explore options previously unavailable. He or she just needs a little nudge. (May 6-May 20) -- You may be surprised to learn that someone has been shadowing you for some time. There's nothing wrong.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You may find that you are having to go without this week simply because you're not stepping forward and claiming what is yours. (June 7-June 20) -- You'll enjoy demonstrating your knowledge to another who has the power to offer you an important opportunity.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You'll be inspired by someone else's work this week -- but don't make the mistake of thinking you cannot match him or her in some way. (July 8-July 22) -- You are not yet on board, and others are waiting for you to join in. You still have a few doubts.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You're on the verge of a major discovery that can shed light on much that has been in the dark recently. Look ahead with optimism. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- The kind of risk you are willing to take may not be necessary this week; you can scale back the danger factor.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You'll want to make an early start each morning, especially during the first part of the week. You risk much if you fall behind. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You may be delighted to find that you are working with some of your favorite collaborators this week.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You're likely to be given an important choice to make this week, and the fate of another is closely linked to your own. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You'll want to use great care as you consider all possible outcomes. Your activities say a lot about you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- It's a good week to demonstrate your remarkable work ethic. There is much to do, and only so much time to do it. Be efficient! (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You may enjoy an unusually productive week; the work you turn out is recognized as rare and valuable.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You may have to go without while someone else has a go and collects his or her own rewards first. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- Your generosity will not go unnoticed -- or unrewarded -- this week. You have what it takes to make a key contribution.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- The romantic outlook is positive this week; even if you've been in the doldrums, now is the time to heat things up with a special someone. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You may be presented with one or two options you had not considered before. One is particularly attractive.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You may have been stalled recently, but you'll be back in business this week, and ready to score a personal victory. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- Your experiences may be unexpected, but what you do in response is likely to surprise no one -- including yourself.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You'll want to pay keen attention to the schedule that is proposed this week, as you'll have certain key changes to suggest. (March 6-March 20) -- How you work with those around you is just as important as what you accomplish. You'll be noticed.