ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- Time spent away from home makes you wish you could return and focus on domestic needs and pleasures. This may inspire you this week to pick up the pace. (April 5-April 19) -- You'll get where you're going this week, but that doesn't mean you'll land where you intended. Your plans are likely to have pointed you in the wrong direction.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- How you score this week will be of primary concern to you, no matter what else takes your time or commands your attention. You're working toward a big victory. (May 6-May 20) -- Your creative energies are flowing at a rate far greater than you are used to, but if you follow where your instincts lead you, there may be gold at the end of the rainbow.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- It's not often you get a clear view of how things might have been, but that's what gives you motivation to go after something out of reach this week. (June 7-June 20) -- What you see ahead of you early in the week fills you with a kind of desire that is new in some ways and familiar in others. You may have to bend the rules just a bit.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- The more willing you are to take on responsibility, the more likely you will be to succeed at whatever you take on -- provided you have a helper by your side. (July 8-July 22) -- The same old dull routine isn't for you this week. You can spice things up by inviting a few newcomers into your circle; they have much to offer that is out of the box.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You cannot expect to solve every mystery that is presented to you this week, but there are two in particular that will shape some new accomplishments. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You may choose to let someone else call the shots this week because you are eager to work in the shadows pursuing your agenda in your own way. Don't tip your hand.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- Projects come and projects go, but that which presents itself this week is one that you will want to focus on, even if it means sacrificing something else. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- Get started this week and you'll surely accomplish something worth remembering -- but it's not going to be easy. You first few moves may be blocked by a rival.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- Your approach this week must be more subtle than a competitor's. In order to have things turn out your way, you must make a plan without revealing too much. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- One idea dies on the vine this week, while another -- one you never expected to come to much -- is likely to lead you directly to one or two invaluable opportunities.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You may have to steady yourself this week as the shock waves from a distant upset threaten your own endeavors. Recovery, once started, should be very quick. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- A matter of policy proves so stubborn that you're not likely to settle things with others, no matter how hard you work at it this week. You must make time later.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You'll encounter something unique this week that has you feeling quite lucky. You should be able to say and do precisely what you've planned. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You'll appreciate having a friend in your corner this week as you face a fierce opponent who knows perhaps too well how to push buttons and reveal vulnerabilities.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- Now is no time to cower in the face of a challenge. You must be willing to face it directly, eyes front, resources at the ready. You can do it! (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You may return home from an extracurricular event to discover that things are not as you left them. Days of concentrated effort may be required to restore the status quo.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You may have to juggle both shoulds and shouldn'ts early in the week before it's your turn to put your real plans into motion. Get updated information! (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- It's a good week for you to consider seriously what is going on over the fence; indeed, on the other side, there is much you can learn from and emulate if you choose.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- A walk on the wild side isn't likely to get you what you hoped this week -- but you're likely to end up in a better position, even if you're disappointed. (March 6-March 20) -- Someone who has looked on you with curiosity, if not criticism, is likely to recognize your true worth this week, and that can open up many doors for you.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- An encounter with someone who is far more sentimental than you are -- a Cancer native, perhaps? -- may change your views this week about a key topic. (April 5-April 19) -- You're on the verge of uncovering an important fact that will settle a long-disputed question once and for all. Your efforts this week will be widely admired.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You may be put off by something improper or tasteless, but you mustn't let this reaction keep you from saying "yes" when asked a certain question this week. (May 6-May 20) -- You've got more answers at your fingertips than you know what to do with, and yet you are at risk of making a simple error that could set you back days or even weeks. Use care.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- As the pace quickens this week, you may have to redouble your commitment to a certain cause in order to keep up. By week's end, you may have taken the lead. (June 7-June 20) -- Your expectations may be dashed at first, but because you're not willing to give up that easily, you should be able to save yourself and others from a major disappointment.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- Don't make the mistake of letting others know how you are most vulnerable this week, as there are those close to you who will exploit such knowledge. (July 8-July 22) -- You'll have the chance to impress those in the higher echelons of your experience and still do things very much your way. A simple bending of the rules does the trick.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You may have to travel farther this week than anticipated -- but you can trust that you will be back home by week's end. Your workload is sure to increase midweek. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- The unusual and controversial must not be eschewed this week, even in favor of something far more ordinary that is a sure thing. You know things won't be that easy.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- A certain relationship deserves some careful attention this week, and you're also in a position to give someone close to you a lesson that is overdue. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You're likely to see things in a way that sets you apart this week, even from those who usually share your tastes and vision. You might consider applying for a new job.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- Whatever your process this week, you must always remember that it is more important to you right now than the goal you are pursuing. Take time to reflect. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You may think that a trip down memory lane will offer you the chance to reconnect with someone. However, it is likely to be a daunting but necessary challenge.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You will want to research certain realities this week in order to more fully understand them -- which can lead, in turn, to their proper exploitation. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- There is more in store for you this week than you have anticipated, though whether you are in for a harder time of it is still in question and may be up to you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You can approach a certain situation with a little more abandon than usual this week. Some may find this irresistible and want to join you in your efforts. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- Professional gain is the carrot that leads you forward, despite the difficulties you're personally experiencing. You can make considerable headway this week.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You must be more adaptable and flexible this week than usual in order to make use of what comes your way. Some surprises change your course slightly. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- A reunion of sorts gives you the energy and the inspiration to reach for the brass ring -- but what you are likely to come up with will be even more valuable than that.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- Seek and ye shall find this week -- but that's only the beginning. The hard part is interpreting what surfaces and using it to some advantage. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- On the surface, your plans seem to make sense, but underneath, there is something you're ignoring that could very well make things far more difficult than anticipated.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- Friction may be impossible to prevent this week, but it can surely be minimized by one who knows how to turn down the heat. Are you that person? (March 6-March 20) -- Are you willing to turn the other cheek when someone offers offense? Making a big deal out of something easily forgotten and forgiven is the wrong decision this week.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You can demonstrate prowess in a certain activity that usually attracts little if any attention -- but all eyes are likely to be on you at some point this week. (April 5-April 19) -- You may have decided to abandon something in favor of something else far more attractive, but you are likely to realize the real value of the status quo this week.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- Once you apologize for past behavior, you should be able to make a new start with others and get a great deal done and even, perhaps, get ahead of schedule. (May 6-May 20) -- Your ability to laugh at yourself, not always a strong point, will enable you to work your way through a difficult time this week. You're moving in the right direction.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- It's not what you get that really matters this week, but what you give -- and there's no expiration date on generosity. Someone's waiting on you. (June 7-June 20) -- You may not be able to enjoy this time of year as you had hoped, but by making a few adjustments to your attitude, you can enjoy it in a new and more lasting way.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You must have the basics in place as early as possible this week so that when the work really begins, you'll be able to make quick, steady progress. (July 8-July 22) -- An attempt to impress someone may quickly turn into a disappointment. Instead, dedicate yourself to doing the job you know you can do. All others will be pleased.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You're likely to derive inspiration from the most unusual of places and situations this week. The results, though surprising, can surely win you many accolades. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You'll be amazed at the difference a single word can make as you strive to craft a statement in support of your personal agenda. Many such lessons are learned this week.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You are willing to take certain risks this week, surely, but you must stop short of involving others unless you can guarantee their safety. Is that possible? (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You will want to have eyes in the back of your head this week as you navigate a situation that has been the downfall of others in the past. Always be ready to act.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- When you feel yourself being weighed down by something you can't quite identify, you're likely to find solace and restoration in what happens at home. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- The simple things have the greatest value this week, as you'll surely learn the hard way if you make the mistake of paying top dollar for an unnecessary extravagance.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You'll be attracted to something or someone who makes you feel relevant in a new way this week. It's important not to make too much of this. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- It's time, at long last, to put a certain conflict behind you for good. Such petty thinking can only serve to aggravate a situation that needn't continue for a moment more.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You know who's who and what's what this week, but still, you may have difficulty finding your place in the scheme of things. What is it you really want? (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- Though the week is likely to begin in such a manner that you have only questions, the answers can come quickly if you are willing to engage others in new ways.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- The week will surely start on a high note, but if you work too hard to keep it there, you are likely to be disappointed. Let things develop organically. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- This is a good time to leave the big decisions to someone who is usually a follower, not a leader. You have what it takes to steer them in the right direction.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You're not likely to win praise or results by taking potshots at anyone at this time. You must treat everyone in the manner you wish to be treated. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- A family gathering reveals something you've long suspected, and you'll mostly be dealing with the issues that spring up as a result of this unexpected discovery this week.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You may find that a decision made some time ago about this particular point is no longer applicable, so you must change your mind very quickly. (March 6-March 20) -- You can turn a disappointment into a genuine pleasure this week, but you must not insist on taking credit. The more you do behind the scenes, the better.