ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You've been looking forward to today's expected events for some time, but what actually happens is likely to take you by surprise.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- It's a good day to send a message to that special someone, though you may have to do it in a way that is not recognized by others.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You'll have reason to celebrate today -- and the more people you have celebrating with you, the more fun and memorable it will be.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You have something up your sleeve that can really serve you well -- if you are given the chance to use it as it is meant to be used.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may discover that a former interest has really never gone away, and today you'll have good reason to explore related options in a new way.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Take care that you don't let any assumptions steer you in the wrong direction. You must deal only in what you can verify and prove.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- A game of wits is likely to evolve from a situation that doesn't ask much of you to begin with -- but all of that will soon change.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may be fooled by someone who has been shadowing you for some time. He or she doesn't know everything, however, as you can prove!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You can count on someone close to you to present your ideas in a way that wins them a new audience -- and renewed attention.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You are in a position to do what you most want to do today, but someone may object to your having this kind of free rein.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Your attempts to outwit your nearest opponent may actually backfire at first, but you can learn a thing or two and recover nicely.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may not respond as expected to the demands made on you today; as a result, you are likely to wind up in a new and unusual position.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can do things in a way that stops others in their tracks, and then you will surely have the advantage.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may feel as though you are not knowledgeable enough to compete with the "big boys," but you are selling yourself short.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You're likely to realize that much of what you've been assuming lately is in fact erroneous. It's time to rebuild your game plan.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may feel as though you have not been fairly compensated for the efforts you have recently put in, though you also may not want to complain!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- The time has come for you to check out what a friend has done in your name. Take care that you don't try to tinker too much -- or too soon.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Others will acknowledge the effort that you have put in, but not everyone will agree that what you have done is what was really needed.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may be at risk of losing much that you have recently worked for if you insist on continuing along your current risky path.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may misinterpret one or two signals today, causing you to put yourself in a position that is much less advantageous than expected.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may find yourself yearning for something that is now out of reach, but you can enjoy some precious, bittersweet memories.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You'll enjoy a resurgence of personal power and inspiration, and the result is likely to take the competition by surprise.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Moving from place to place as efficiently as possible will prove quite important all day long. Why not take a friend along for the ride?

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You'll derive inspiration from the most unusual sources. Focus on doing things that give back, even as you expend energy and brainpower.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may get one or two things wrong, but you can still make progress simply by being in the right place at the right time.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Your vote will determine what others are willing to do and, conversely, what they are not willing to do. Your decision is final, too!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Your enthusiasm is catching. Others will surely benefit not only from your outlook and energy, but from your specific plans as well.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may have to go back and repair what was broken before you can move forward in any way. Today, certain obstacles seem more significant.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You will have more than one opportunity today to show off your native abilities, though in some cases unusual circumstances prevail.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may be able to score a surprise victory, though it will require some cleverness on your part.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may find it difficult to schedule all aspects of a project. Get the input of those whose contributions are essential.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You'll have to relieve yourself of a certain burden before you are feeling very much yourself.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Your day will divide neatly into two clear halves. Do what you can to involve others as much as possible.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You'll want to play your game your way. If you do, you'll surely come out on top -- even though it may be quite a contest.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You're going to have to pass a series of tests before you will be ready to take part in a major new endeavor. You can surely succeed!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may have your head in the clouds, but your feet must stay firmly planted on the ground if you're going to get things done.