ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You are heading toward something that both attracts you and gives you pause. Once you think it through, you should be ready for anything.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You'll be cruising before you know it, but be sure to watch out for hidden hazards that will drive you off the road if you're not careful.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may be somewhat bewildered by the vast array of choices available in a certain new situation. You're not used to such variety.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- News reaches you at last, allaying your fears and inspiring you to move forward with greater alacrity. You'll get a taste of success.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- With simple honesty, you can make someone close to you happier than he or she has been in quite some time -- and yourself, too, in fact.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You can ensure that your actions don't go unnoticed, but you don't have to blow your own horn in the process. Others will do that for you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You're eager to let someone in on a secret, but you mustn't reveal too much too soon. You must let him or her get used to a new idea.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You will want to defer to someone who knows more about what you are facing than you do. As experience grows, so will your confidence.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Practice makes perfect, but that doesn't mean you won't have more work to do. You must stay current, and that takes effort.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Following the rules doesn't always come naturally to you, but you'll need to do almost everything by the book to please an elder.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You must take care that a certain message doesn't wind up in the wrong hands -- or everything you are working for could be at risk.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- The situation you face may not be what you were expecting, but you'll be relieved when you realize what is required of you.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Any dangerous situation you encounter is likely to be a matter of choice, not accident. You're prepared for almost anything.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- The differences between you and a friend may be more than a mere "cultural thing." It could be quite fun to explore this issue further.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Your approach to a certain dilemma will entertain those around you who aren't directly involved. Those who are will want you to get on with it!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Your reaction to what you encounter today is likely to be quite visceral. There's no disguising how you feel about what happens to you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You'll have to be clever about how you acquire what you need, as it's not likely to come to you through any expected channels.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You can make a bargain with a friend that gives you the upper hand for now, but you're going to have to act quickly to keep the advantage.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You will enjoy plenty of options, but it's important that you don't take too much time to make your final decision.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may fear being stranded in some way, but there will be plenty of help when you need it. Forge ahead and hope for the best!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Read the signs that are accessible to you and put together pieces of information as they are made available. Stay the course.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may be surprised to find that what you thought you had done to prepare for a certain situation wasn't enough. You must improvise!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- The key to a certain problem may actually be something you never considered even once. Now that you know what to do, go ahead and do it!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're going to want to take a back seat and let the experts guide you through new territory that presents some serious risks.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You needn't be overly sensitive; take what comes in the spirit in which it is offered, and you can avoid unnecessary hurt feelings.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You should be able to respond positively to a situation that others would turn into a negative with their hasty reactions.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- The simplest possible approach is likely to work best for you. Efficiency is the key to success in personal and professional affairs.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You will be able to answer your critics in time, but you may have to hold your tongue and weather what comes your way in silence for now.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You and a loved one will have to work harder than usual to remain on the same page as events transpire that put your ideals at odds.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may not be able to avoid making up your mind quickly, but you don't have to share your opinions until you are asked.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You can expect others to join you in your current quest, but only after you have explained your motives and methods with greater clarity.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You are in for a surprise if you're expecting a certain situation to develop slowly. Escalation may, in fact, be remarkably quick.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You can avoid embarrassment for yourself and others by doing only what is expected or required. Avoid improvisation.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You are eager to get help from a trusted someone who has been in your shoes in the past. Don't wait any longer to get in touch.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You are on a mission of sorts, and you're not likely to let anyone stand in your way. You may have to turn down more than one invitation.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're ready to grant an unusual favor to one who has been in your life for some time. He or she has demonstrated a need you can satisfy.