ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You may be called upon to help out in a way that only you can, but this may result in personal expenses that you cannot afford. (April 5-April 19) -- It's important that you get as much work as possible completed early in the week. Later on, you'll be facing certain other issues that will demand much attention.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- Your concerns about an older family member are surely valid, but he or she is not likely to change because of anything you say. Be patient! (May 6-May 20) -- You know perfectly well what someone wants from you, but you're not about to give in and provide it just because it's "in the air."

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- The practicalities of a certain project may elude you for a time, but the ideological aspects are sure to be apparent. (June 7-June 20) -- You may want to begin preparing for a journey a full two or three weeks early. There is much that you have yet to nail down.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You can capitalize on one of your errors before the week is out, sending the competition scrambling for a new way to best you. (July 8-July 22) -- You may have trouble keeping up with a loved one who is simply more nimble when it comes to thinking about things in a certain way.

LEO (July 23=Aug. 7) -- You may be struck by the similarities between yourself and someone who is on the other side of almost every key issue. Examine common ground! (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- Don't mistake someone's enthusiasm for a desire to control you. He or she simply enjoys being engaged and involved.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You may have to keep your aversion to certain foods to yourself for a time, as protocol outweighs matters of taste. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You can free yourself of any restrictions that keep you from exploring yourself fully. You will make many key discoveries.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You may have to interrupt a perfectly good rest period more than once in order to address important issues in the workplace! (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- Someone you have trained is likely to demonstrate knowledge greater than yours, but isn't that what you want, after all?

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You can touch a friend or loved one across both time and space, and he or she will appreciate your being there in spirit. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You may come upon a "now or never" moment so plainly evident that you'll know precisely what to do even though it is completely new.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- A rival is pressing you for some secret information. Are you willing to give up something in one area to gain in another? (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You'll want to avoid obvious distractions as you get started. Later on, you'll be prepared to deal with those that are more surprising.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You can sidestep a certain complication as you move toward a major personal goal. Someone close to you has advice. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- Your ability to see where the dangers lie will certainly come in handy for you and those near you. Keep those eyes and ears open!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You'll want to coordinate your travel very carefully; see if you can't consolidate and get things done in fewer trips. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- A loved one is waiting for you to come through as promised. Not only can you come through, but you can offer a very nice surprise as well!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You may be able to catch up on your sleep, but take care that you don't overdo it and sap your energy by getting too much rest! (March 6-March 20) -- You're in need of a little counseling from someone who has been in your shoes in the past. He or she knows just what you need to hear.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You're likely to find yourself on a journey of discovery. What you uncover compels you to make a life-changing decision. (April 5-April 19) -- While nothing is yet certain, you can move with greater confidence than ever before toward a goal you've had for some time.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- Saving time and money will prove beneficial to you throughout the week, but you will still want to stock up on the supplies you need most. (May 6-May 20) -- A close friend seems to know what you are really up to better than you do. It's time to work together -- or abandon the project.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- The rules must be followed, but there will be times when you can bend them just enough to gain a distinct advantage. (June 7-June 20) -- Someone else's decision frees you of any constraints you may have been working under of late. You now have nothing to lose!

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You have more work to do than you had originally anticipated, but with the help of a loved one, certain jobs will be completed quickly. (July 8-July 22) -- You've made a promise to a friend, and you have to keep it -- even though this may seem to be the worst week for it.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You want to spend more time with someone who excites your passions in an entirely new way. He or she has the magic touch. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- Take all necessary precautions as you plan a journey that takes you into unknown territory. Don't assume you know the layout.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You are eager to know what is around the next corner, but the pace must slow so that you don't encounter any unforeseen dangers. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You must be willing to let someone in your care do things on his or her own. You'll see just how much you've done to help out!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You must proceed with caution. Certain dangers are unavoidable, but others can be eliminated altogether if you're ready. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- Have you received all the information you need to prepare you for what lies ahead? You may want to engage in a trial run with a friend.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You are eager to prove yourself, but dangers are likely to arise if you insist on doing too much entirely on your own. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You are ready to take one last crack at something that has proven difficult but enjoyable. Perhaps this time you can go the distance.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You'll have a second chance of some sort, but not a third. You must be sure to bring all your skills to bear. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You may have to wait longer than usual before you can join in the fun. Certain duties take precedence.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You can employ logic to your advantage, but a certain key puzzle may be solved only by applying instinct to the problem. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You have a great deal of experience that you can use when facing the current challenge -- but don't get complacent!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You may find yourself off on an adventure before the week is out -- and trusting someone that you may not have known well before. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- Your eagerness to get into the thick of things must not be allowed to prevent you from preparing fully. Don't take any shortcuts!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You may still be suffering from the ill effects of an upset endured last week. It's time, however, to put it behind you as best you can. (March 6-March 20) -- A friend will surprise you by chiming in when silence would be the better choice. Is the relationship in danger?

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You don't want others to know what you are up to until you start raking in the rewards, but you mustn't be purposely deceitful. (April 5-April 19) -- A great deal rests on your shoulders, but it's nothing that you cannot bear with grace and style.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You must keep accurate records of all you do, including what you purchase and how much you spend. You may be asked to explain at some point. (May 6-May 20) -- The powers that be seem to be working against each other; perhaps this is your opportunity to assume more control.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You may be unusually resistant to appeals for fairness. It's not what's being sought, but who seeks it that bothers you. (June 7-June 20) -- Two very different motives are competing for dominance. You must decide which one you stand for and will support.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You may find yourself facing a major challenge, but you're prepared to defend yourself in any likely forum. (July 8-July 22) -- How you say something is likely to be more important than what you say. Throughout the week, your critics will be studying your demeanor.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You may realize as the week begins that someone has dropped the ball, but further examination proves that you are also somewhat to blame. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You may find yourself on the outside looking in; how do you become more directly involved in matters that affect you and yours?

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- There are some who have your back, surely, but your critics may speak with a much louder voice for a time. Be ready for anything! (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You may want to make the first move toward reconciling with someone with whom you've been on the outs for quite some time.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You don't want to engage in a "he said, she said" conflict. Make sure that your encounter is based on substantive facts! (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You have a decision to make, but timing and inconsistent circumstances may make this more difficult than usual.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You may have to take some steps that you've already taken, but now there's bureaucratic red tape to cut through. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- The rules you are following may not be conducive to your best work, but you can still keep the overall level relatively high.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- A technical component to what you are attempting may complicate matters; you could benefit from the help of an expert. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- What you've been waiting for is about to transpire, but you cannot force the issue or make things happen prematurely.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You are eager to see things settle down a bit, either at home or in the workplace -- and each affects the other in its own way. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You may be seeking contentment in the wrong place or in the wrong way. You can adjust your thinking and come out feeling very good, indeed.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- The earlier you get started on a major project, the sooner you'll be able to assess the likelihood of success. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- An idea needn't be entirely new for you to get excited about it. Even the most routine notion can lead to something fulfilling.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You've received a promise that you aren't sure will lead to what you most want. You may have to insist on something more. (March 6-March 20) -- Others may claim that you are working in a random, irresponsible fashion, but there is surely a method to your madness!