ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- Your performance may not give you a thrill, but others are likely to marvel at your ability to navigate obstacles. (April 5-April 19) -- You may be waiting to hear from someone who is in a position to grant you a big favor.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- A reunion starts out fun, and turns into something that may cause you some grief. You must have a competitive edge of sorts. (May 6-May 20) -- You may learn how better to communicate with someone you will be working with in the days, weeks or months to come.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You may want to commit to longer hours than originally planned in order to help an ally address certain key issues. (June 7-June 20) -- You'll be required to do something that doesn't come naturally to you -- but it's essential that you do it.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You're likely to receive an invitation that has you considering both the up side and the down. What's really bothering you? (July 8-July 22) -- You'll have questions about what someone else is trying to accomplish -- but only because he or she tends to get in your way.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- The role you take on may not be exactly what you were expecting, but you can bring a lot of your unique style to the playing of it! (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- Yes, it's "that time" again -- and, as a result, you know you have to be ready for anything.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You're not likely to hear what you need to hear this week -- but what you are after can be attained another way. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You can expect smooth sailing -- but only after you deal with the rocky start caused by another.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You must pay particular attention to the tone another adopts as things get started. He or she may be your role model. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You're focused on how something is winding down this week, when you should be focused on how something else is beginning.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You may have to do more for yourself than for others -- which doesn't always come naturally to you. A deadline has to be met. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You'll derive a great deal of pleasure from giving a friend the support he or she needs at this time.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- Take care that you don't let time slip away; you must be prepared for any opportunity that comes by -- no matter when. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- Someone else might be considering a move that is ill advised. It's time to take him or her under your wing.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You may understand what is required in a certain situation far better than any of the experts. This week can see you move up quickly. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- Use care in scheduling your week, as there are obstacles that can slow you down unexpectedly.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You have set your sights on something that is not yet attainable -- but it's a good time to begin making plans for when it is at last yours. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You can uncover a certain truth this week that throws a great many others into something of a spin.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You will be blissfully unaware of what is going on behind the scenes at least during the first part of the week. (March 6-March 20) -- Your social skills will be put to the test when you are faced with more than one uncomfortable situation.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- Putting things in the proper order is the way to start; once you prioritize, progress can be swift and organic. (April 5-April 19) -- You've been waiting for one last piece of information to help you make a key decision. It's likely to come this week.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You won't want to overreact to what happens early in the week -- but later on you may not be able to resist being pulled this way and that. (May 6-May 20) -- You may have to follow a long and winding path through some dangerous territory; equip yourself accordingly.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You may marvel at how quickly people come and go -- until you realize that it's actually you who are not sitting still! (June 7-June 20) -- Advice comes your way this week from a surprising source, but that doesn't make it any less valuable to you.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You're eager to become involved in a project that allows you to explore your creative skills more freely. (July 8-July 22) -- It's a good week to consider that which wasn't a viable option not too long ago. The unusual can be quite attractive.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- Things are likely to happen this week that have you marveling at the seeming accidental nature of your life -- but you have some control, surely. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You may feel as though someone has burdened you with something from which you can't easily free yourself.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- Keep moving this week and you'll avoid the kind of pitfalls that plague those who spend too much time in one place. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You may be trying to do something for which you are entirely unsuited, but you won't know it until it's almost too late!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You may receive news that has you second-guessing yourself somewhat -- but later in the week your confidence is likely to return. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You are approaching every endeavor with a great deal of certainty -- but take care you are not overestimating your own potential.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You are likely to be introduced to a new way of thinking that has you making plans with renewed enthusiasm. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You don't want to be caught with your hand in the cookie jar; avoid any such temptations!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You may want to "get away from it all" for a while -- but anything troubling you is likely to stay with you, regardless. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- It may be time for you to include others in the planning stages of an important new project.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You may not be suited to all jobs today, but there are a few that only you can do -- and those are the jobs you should seek out! (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- Your concern for those under your care will pay off this week, as you keep them safe and sound -- and contribute to their success.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You must seek out and acquire those things that will allow you to settle more comfortably into a new situation. (March 6-March 20) -- While trying to avoid something threatening, you may actually run right into it -- but you will most likely prevail.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You may have your routine shaken somewhat today by someone else who is unable to work in a cooperative fashion with you. (April 5-April 19) -- You and a rival may find yourself racing for an open door this week -- and to your surprise, you can both make it through together!

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- Focus on what you are doing, not on what you look like doing it. Substance is far more important than appearances at this time. (May 6-May 20) -- You mustn't let someone else get the advantage over you this week merely because he or she is willing to say certain things.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You have the power to control much more than you think -- and this week you can wield that power in a way that benefits others as well as yourself. (June 7-June 20) -- You're waiting for someone else to deliver the goods -- but in the meantime, you can surely use what you have to your advantage.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You'll be watched this week, and those around you can surely learn a thing or two from the way you do what you know how to do so well. (July 8-July 22) -- You may come under some unexpected scrutiny this week, but only because there are those who don't understand your motives yet.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You must be ready to make adjustments on the spot this week, without any prior thought or preparation. Flexibility is the key. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You know what's around the corner, and a part of you is eager for it to come, while another part wants to avoid it altogether.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You will have the benefit of a deep comprehension of issues this week -- even though you may not participate directly in key affairs. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- A friend or loved one comes to you with a complaint that only you know how to address appropriately.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- Others aren't likely to appreciate the position you are in, or the responsibilities you must bear, this week. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You may not like what you have to do this week, but do it you must -- and in as little time as possible. Don't delay!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You may be quite sensitive to criticism this week, even that which is meant to be positive and productive. Keep your emotions in check. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You may have to bow out of an endeavor that had you raring to go. The reasons are personal, and not to be widely shared.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You know how to do many things better than most, and this week your special skills will surely come in handy in a variety of scenarios. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You'll want to stay close to home throughout the week, making yourself available to those who have messages to deliver.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You must be willing to get to work each and every day as early as possible, for you have much to do -- many people are counting on you. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You can use your personal style to your advantage this week. Those around you appreciate what you're able to get done.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You'll be able to further your own agenda this week even while working in support of another's. You have many irons in the fire. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You'll want to lie low for a while this week, assessing situations as they develop. By no means should you jump the gun!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You can get far simply by progressing at a constant pace, and you will surely arrive at one that you can maintain for quite a while. (March 6-March 20) -- You mustn't come across as aggressive or combative in any way this week; assume a quiet, sensitive demeanor.