ARIES (March 21-April 19): Before you get into the middle of the fire, make sure you know what you are dealing with. This can turn into a memorable day with lots of romance or it can go down the drain if you let jealousy get the better of you. 3 stars

Today is Monday, Sept. 15, the 259th day of 2008. There are 107 days left in the year.

Happy Birthday: Take care of personal situations and partnerships that need a little tender loving care. Get out and socialize more. Attend functions that will stimulate your creative side. A new pastime or hobby will help you relax and allow you to figure out what you are going to do with some of the people and situations you face. Your numbers are 4, 12, 14, 23, 30, 37, 41

Last Chapter: Frannie and her friends start the second grade but hear a rumor that their new teacher is a sea-monster.

"There's the bell," Tommy announced. Frannie, Suzy and Tommy all looked at each other, because any fish that knows anything, knows what a bell means. The three friends floated down the hall toward class.

What's life like after fame? It's hard not to wonder that while sitting in a hotel room talking to Meg Ryan, who in 2000 earned about $15 million a movie and stood tall with Julia Roberts at the top of the list of actresses with the most box office clout. Then came the breakup with husband Dennis Quaid, amid her public fling with "Proof of Life" co-star Russell Crowe, and a few poor career choices and then time off. Public sentiment seemed to curdle for the woman who once was dubbed "America's sweetheart," mostly because she had the temerity to break from the stereotype that moviegoers had projected on her after her adorable turns in "When Harry Met Sally ... " and "Sleepless in Seattle." Her last film, "My Mom's New Boyfriend," went straight to DVD.

LONDON -- David Gilmour is sorry to disappoint, but there will be no Pink Floyd reunion. He's having too much fun on his own.

TORONTO -- Leading-man roles are good for the ego, concedes Brad Pitt, whose ego would seem to need no enhancement these days. Wherever he goes, hysteria follows.

I just moved into my dorm room, and my roommate is really nice. But she comes from a very wealthy family, and they've filled the room with expensive electronics. It makes me feel uncomfortable, because I don't care for all of that (and people are more likely to break into a room that has that kind of stuff!). How can I suggest not using some of her things without hurting her feelings or seeming like a control freak? -- Rose, 18, Tucson, Ariz.

Living with new people is hard, no matter what kind of lifestyle they have. You have to adjust to their habits and things, all while adjusting to the fact that you're away from home for the first time. While your concerns and feelings about the electronics are valid, you could really just be reacting to the newness of your whole situation -- you're not used to it yet. Of course, if your roommate's electronics are taking up so much of the room that you hardly have any space, be up-front. Part of having a good relationship with your roommate is being open about the things that bother you from the beginning. Say: "I appreciate the fact that you brought all these things, but I'm having trouble finding space to put my stuff. Can you send a few back home?" If you are honest and willing to be flexible, you will avoid a lot of frustration and awkward confrontation down the road. Or if you're worried about someone breaking in, tell her! You two should work out a compromise, because it's your room too. But before you do anything, think about the benefits to having all of that electronic equipment around. It will make your room a nice place for friends to hang out in. And just remember, the first few months away from home are always tough; so get involved with everything you can to meet new people and to stay busy!

I recently decided that I really don't want to get married, and when my friends hear me say that, they freak out and think something is wrong with me. Is there? -- Mikaela, 16, Allendale, N.J.

Not at all, Mikaela! People have different life plans, and there's a reason you feel that marriage isn't for you. Listening to your friends and letting them say something is wrong with you will only make you feel bad right now, so keep in mind that it's OK to be private about your feelings (and OK to defend them when they do come up). Just one question, Mikaela: Have you have decided that you don't want to get married because of something going on in your life? Like, are your parents fighting all the time, or did you or someone you know just get dumped? If that's the case, know that while relationships can sometimes be painful, there is a lot of good in them too. Of course, if you know all this and you still decide you don't want to get married, that's fine. We just want to make sure your future decisions aren't dictated by something negative that's happening now, because you could be closing yourself off to a lot of joy in your attempt to avoid pain. Also realize that if you meet an awesome person in the future and decide that you do want to get married, that's OK too!

I recently started hanging out with this girl, and now she's a "Mini-Me." She copied my whole style, even the way I talk! Her boyfriend has also noticed the change in her. I want to stop hanging out with her, but she can get me a job. I don't want to ask her for anything, because I'm afraid she might throw it in my face. What do you think I should do? -- Jessica, 18, Bronx, N.Y.

They may say that imitation is the best form of flattery, but it's a little creepy (and annoying) when someone copies everything you do. But it's also not cool to use your friends for things like getting a job. So if the only reason you're hanging out with this girl is because she has some kind of connection, you should stop and consider if the friendship is healthy in general. If you realize it's not, it's best to distance yourself from her. If she doesn't get the picture, say, "I just need some time to myself right now." And then go out and get a job on your own. You're a smart, ambitious girl who doesn't need someone else to do that for you, Jessica!

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