ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- Success is not necessarily a matter of talent or even experience, but rather good, old-fashioned hard work. (April 5-April 19) -- You may think that things are being done in a new way, but in fact more traditional methods may still reign supreme.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You may have to spend more time than usual on your own, puzzling over a problem that has only gotten more complex, not less. (May 6-May 20) -- An invitation you send out to many is likely to be answered by only a few -- or perhaps only one.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You're likely to come up with a creative way to solve a problem, but the question you must ask is this: Is it acceptable, or even legal? (June 7-June 20) -- You don't want to run afoul of those who are keeping score, lest you be docked for bad behavior.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- A product of your imagination is likely to open many doors for you -- but only if you are willing to let others take a look. (July 8-July 22) -- Transportation issues will affect you directly all week long. You may want to alter your plans to make things easier.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You may not be all that concerned about money matters, but take care you don't spend too much on items you don't need. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- Guarding resources is a good idea; you may not need them now, but you'll surely need them in the weeks ahead.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- What happens will be quite meaningful to you -- perhaps not now, but soon, and for a long time to come. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You've reached a halfway point. Give someone else a chance to express him- or herself openly and honestly.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You can learn a great deal about yourself simply by paying attention to what others are doing and how that makes you feel. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- Your emotions must not be ignored, nor must they be given more weight than they deserve. It's a balancing act.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You don't seem to know which way to go right now, but by week's end, if you trust your instincts, you'll be on the right path. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- It may appear to be the end of something when, in fact, it is only the beginning. Much may seem upside-down.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- Remember to take regular breaks; otherwise, things may stack up and become too much for you to face on your own. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You have a knack for finishing projects very quickly once you have fully conceived them.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You have a memory that keeps coming back, prompting you to explore issues that you thought were behind you. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- When your efforts begin to yield fruit, others will cry, "Keep it coming!" Indeed, you can please a great many people.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You're eager to compete with someone on the highest possible level, but preparation is the key. Don't go into this blindly! (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- After what seems an eternity, things will start happening for you very quickly -- but only if you've asked for the right things.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You've been looking for something for quite some time that you know will help you achieve a current goal; this is the week! (March 6-March 20) -- You're looking at things with certainty when, in fact, nothing is quite certain. Probability is high, however.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You can afford to be more sensitive to the underlying causes of volatile situations at home. You, too, are a major contributor. (April 5-April 19) -- You don't want to put your plans into motion until you know what the opposition may do in response.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You'll want a little help when it comes to taking advantage of technical resources. Your strengths lie elsewhere. (May 6-May 20) -- You don't want to let your fiery emotions get the better of you and lessen your chances for success.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You can perform at a very high level, but not everything can be done by you alone. Communicate your intentions efficiently. (June 7-June 20) -- Chipping away slowly at your intended objective will give you greater confidence as the week progresses.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You'll uncover more possibilities than you had originally foreseen, and your rewards should multiply accordingly. (July 8-July 22) -- You'll want to leave behind something that will be remembered long after your efforts have come to an end -- and you can, surely.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You're likely to realize that you haven't been judging time with as much accuracy as possible, and you may be out of sync as a result. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You'll start the week in a strong position; you can call the shots with strength and confidence.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You don't want anyone to see you perform under par; when you're out in the open, you must up your game significantly. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You can come from behind and do more than your part to ensure that your team comes out on top.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You have many tricks up your sleeve, but when others are expecting something fancy, you had best make a straightforward effort. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You can make your way into the clear, but the outcome depends in large part on clarity of thought.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You may not have the chance to show off your primary skills, but you'll find a way to have a major influence over events nonetheless. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You may find yourself in over your head as the week opens, but with the right players around you, there should be more than one way out of this tight spot.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You'll start the week playing by the rules, but later on some creative improvisation allows you greater freedom of expression. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- Your participation in a clandestine affair brings you very close to those who may not wish you well. Get out when you can.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- After some predictable back-and-forth between you and an opponent, you can change the tone of things with a surprise move. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You may find yourself in a situation that requires you to do more than usual on your own.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You may have to wait longer than expected before you can have your way -- and even then, you'll have to tread lightly. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You can up the ante and see if anyone else will follow your lead. This can be a week for you to shine.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You may have to step in for another who is not yet ready to mount a strong campaign. Not all the credit will be yours. (March 6-March 20) -- You can take advantage of unexpected bargains, and family members may benefit in unusual ways.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You're eager to give someone a piece of your mind, but understand the importance of time and place. (April 5-April 19) -- Where two can be productive, three can accomplish something quite remarkable and memorable. Pick your team wisely.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You may start the week with a certain outlook that is changed in subtle but significant ways as the days pass. Share thoughts with a friend. (May 6-May 20) -- You're getting into something that may not be good for you. Listen to those who have an alternative in mind.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- Review the past days or weeks, and you'll see that things are in need of a slight adjustment or two -- especially on the home front. (June 7-June 20) -- You may still be carrying the shock of a surprise announcement with you long after the dust has settled.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You're eager to meet up with an old friend, but you realize that it may be more difficult than expected to rekindle feelings. (July 8-July 22) -- You may not be able to accept an offer of reconciliation; some wounds are too fresh.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You want to know where things might have gone if you had taken a different path, but this week your perspective may be strangely unclear. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You may have the chance to follow in another's footsteps, but pride must not be allowed to stand in your way.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- Your sense of balance and style will come in handy. Many others are eager to benefit from your participation and guidance. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You're eager to see something new grow from the ashes of a past defeat. If anyone can make it happen, you can!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- There are those who might wish you ill, but you can rise above any kind of animosity or acrimony and proceed with confidence. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- With each new day, you'll come to a new realization that helps you solve an important personal mystery.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You're putting off something that should actually be quite easy to do. Those particular fears aren't likely to be realized this week. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- A tricky situation develops, requiring you to see a certain situation from all possible angles.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You have some duties to tend to before you are able to focus on your own private business. Are all preparations complete? (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You don't want to be labeled a "quitter," surely! Stay the course, even though things may get rather difficult.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You may be facing a last-chance scenario, but a loved one comes up with an option that you hadn't considered. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- Others may respond favorably to a plan that you find only marginally acceptable -- even though it is one you came up with!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You're in need of more information. The answers you seek will come to you from unusual, albeit known, sources. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You can accomplish something rather difficult with the help of a generous neighbor who shares your outlook.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- Now is the time for you to revisit an episode that may have left you rather shell-shocked in some way. Emotions are no longer as hot. (March 6-March 20) -- A reunion of sorts gives you pause as you discover that things in the past may not have been as you remember them.