ARIES (March 21-April 19): When it starts raining isn’t the time to fix the leaky roof. Past errors or omissions can come back to haunt you. Take care of problems before they become bigger problems. Be prepared to pass an ethics test.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Find inspiration to fuel your fantasies. Fire up powerful ideas and get to work. Whatever you imagine can come true if you are willing to put forth some effort. Don’t take a casual flirtation too seriously.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Become better at something. You can never learn too much or practice too often.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Unforeseen complications could tangle up projects or relationships that start now. Confrontations may occur over financial issues, but you can salvage your dignity and maintain the peace by playing it cool.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Whistle while you work. There are times when you must be willing to handle unpopular tasks.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Phone home. Don’t let unfair competition at the workplace and petty annoyances get under your skin. Take time to relax in peaceful surroundings with congenial company or simply call someone who loves you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Sometimes criticism really is constructive. But your perception of what is constructive could be based on whether you give the criticism or receive it. There are areas where you can put your energy to good use.

SCORPIO ( Oct. 23- Nov. 21): Be discriminating. Seek the best and highest and don’t settle for second best. Your visionary and creative ideas are brimming over so share them with others to earn gratitude, recognition and appreciation.

SAGITTARIUS ( Nov. 22- Dec. 21): Touch base with loved ones far away and show those at home how much you care. Get your desk organized so you are more efficient.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You can certainly talk your way out of a corner, but it is best to avoid situations that might put you between a rock and hard place.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Silence can instill serenity. Sometimes it is best to keep your opinions to yourself rather than defend them. The best course of action is to let things work out without meddling or trying to alter the outcome.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Make stepping stones out of stumbling blocks. You can bridge the differences between you and others by being willing to compromise. Because you are imaginative it is easy to understand someone’s position.

IF AUGUST 15 IS YOUR BIRTHDAY: Thinking about which direction to go may be of prime importance as the next five to six weeks unfold. All the data isn’t in, so you may be prone to wishful thinking and exaggerated optimism. Relax and don’t begin anything of importance that could affect your bottom line until early November. You will still need to guard against misrepresentations but your moneymaking ability and business sense is enhanced.