ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You understand complicated situations far better than you let on. When you actually solve a genuine problem, many are surprised.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Now is no time to make things up. You'll want to stick to the truth and insist that others do the same.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may be able to do what others have been unable to do, but it all depends on a combination of timing and a willingness to take a risk.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You'll find yourself in a controlling position, but it won't last forever! Do what you can as quickly as you can -- but carefully, too.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- What begins as nothing more than a casual game is likely to be much more serious by day's end -- and more than your own heart is on the line.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may sense that things are somehow different, now that a certain someone is back on the scene. Know what you can and cannot control.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You are seeking change that can only come from the inside. If you try to force it, you're not likely to succeed -- now or later.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- What you do today is likely to be remembered by many. The position you put yourself in by accident may prove most important.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- What comes as a surprise to you may have been anticipated by those around you -- so where did the communication break down?

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may have to do exactly what you are told throughout much of the day, but this is not something that comes as a complete surprise.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You should be able to wiggle out of an uncomfortable situation, but only after you offer a rival something of great value.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're trying to make things happen according to your own agenda, but some things cannot be controlled in this way. Be more flexible.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You cannot avoid all risk. In fact, if you play your cards right, you can transform risk directly into accomplishment.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You cannot avoid dealing with certain financial matters even though they may not be quite as pressing as they have been in the past.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- When you are in charge, you're not about to brook any monkey business -- but you must first make your expectations quite clear.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You can count on friends and loved ones to have your back, but there are one or two key situations you must face entirely on your own.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may not feel as though you're entirely cut out for what lies ahead, but the support of those around you gives you a needed boost.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You can prove that you have just as much expertise as those who are recognized as experts. Many will look to you for something new, as well.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Fear must not be allowed to stand between you and your personal goals even if, in a certain sense, they actually go hand-in-hand.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You can work more closely with someone you don't know very well simply because you both are confident in each other's strengths.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You should be able to turn someone around who is standing at a personal precipice and risking much that should not be sacrificed.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- A new member of your team can provide exactly the kind of support you have been lacking in the past. Momentum will increase, surely.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You'll have to go down a path that is not very familiar to you, but if the right person accompanies you, all will be well.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're waiting for a suitable break in the action to contribute one or two unusual ideas that can swing the momentum in your favor.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may experience a rather rough start, but no matter how difficult things get, you must continue this solo effort.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You can plan an important role in the affairs of a Capricorn native, but he or she may have to be kept in the dark for a time.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Nothing is as simple as black or white. You'll surely find things most intriguing when they are presented in shades of grey.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may be facing a challenge that is chipping away at your confidence bit by bit, but what you do today can reverse that trend.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You'll have to dig deep into your bag of tricks in order to come up with the perfect response to an unusual request.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Honor and integrity are more important to you now than they have been in the past -- and you can do much to improve another's reputation.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may have to wait until you receive more information before you can finally put a primary plan into action.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You'll be required to step in and do what another cannot. While it may be something new for you, you can acquit yourself well.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You have a way of talking yourself into and out of things that may or may not suit you, but today you feel trapped for some reason.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Actions speak louder than words. Focus on those things that money cannot buy. Even a rival is worthy of praise by day's end.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You should be able to maintain a positive attitude all day long. Give another the chance to shine when you've had your fill.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Looks can be deceiving, so take care that you give someone the time to reveal more than what is only skin-deep.