posted May 21, 2006 02:04 PM            

Keep reading for a look into all the glorious details of this astrologically hyper-charged month. See just what the planets have in store and be prepared to lay low, or bask in the glory of upcoming astrological energies, depending on where the planets travel these next few weeks!

May 20: Sun into Gemini
The Sun has followed Mercury, his constant companion, into Gemini -- and boy, is it obvious, to one and all. Everyone is moving at warp speed nine, dashing around, talking a mile a minute and multitasking, whether they need to or not. Your mission -- and you really should try to accept it -- is to give in, move as quickly as you can and not waste a second, no matter what you're up to. You'll feel better if you get things done fast -- and think of everything you'll be able to accomplish! You might also help a slower-moving friend to pick up the pace a bit ... Couldn't hurt, right?

May 26: Mercury square Uranus
It's one of those days. The kind when anything could happen, for better or worse, when you least expect it. That said, your best bet is to follow a very slow and methodical schedule -- although that won't be easy. The problem is that while we'll all be in the mood to act without thinking, that's the very thing we shouldn't do. In fact, if we don't slow down just a tad, it's a given that even seemingly calm and stable situations could suddenly turn not just unpredictable, but also volatile. Your mission, then, is to stay on your toes, pay attention to what's going on around you, and not fall into any potholes -- figuratively and literally speaking.

May 27: New Moon in Gemini, Sun sextile Saturn
When it comes to having 'that chat' -- you know, the one you've been anticipating for quite some time -- it's easy to see that choosing the right time is going to be very important to you. Well, guess what? It's time. The new Moon -- the perfect time for new beginnings -- will be exact today, for starters, and it's going to be in Gemini, the chattiest sign out there. But wait -- there's more! The Sun, also in communicative Gemini, will hook up in most pleasant fashion with serious Saturn, the trustworthiest planet in the heavens. These two are also the two planets astrologers look to for authoritative decisions. So if you've got one of those to make, have no fear: All the cosmic lights are as green as they could possibly be.

This new Moon will most affect Geminis born May 25-29, Virgos born August 27-31, Sagittarians born November 26-30 and Pisceans born March 23-27.

May 29: Venus into Taurus
Venus, the goddess of love, harmony and romance, has just left red-hot Aries behind in favor of something a whole lot calmer: sedate, responsible Taurus. Until late next month, then, even the most flirtatious among us will be noticeably quieter, more discreet and maybe even ... well, maybe even a bit shyer. If that happens to you (especially if your typical MO is to saunter across the dance floor and ask that handsome stranger what time you should pick them up the next night), not to worry. This, too, shall pass. You may remain a lot pickier about the company you keep for a few weeks -- in fact, we all will -- but it could pay off big in the long run.

June 3: Mercury into Cancer, Mars into Leo
Planets carry distinct energy, and each one rules some aspect of our behavior -- Mercury, for example, influences how we speak. When a planet changes signs, then, it affects us all in that specific department. Well, there are two major costume changes coming along today that will throw a whole bunch of us for a great big loop -- and give many of us the boost we've been waiting for. Mercury is off for emotional Cancer, so be aware that for the next three weeks, your heart will want to have its say every time you open your mouth. It's also going to be tough to express yourself without making a scene. Today's second planetary relocation concerns Mars, the planet of action, who's off for dramatic -- occasionally melodramatic -- Leo. And the Lion has never been famous for keeping its opinions to itself! Better cut back on the caffeine -- just for a month or so ....

posted May 21, 2006 02:12 PM            

This week, May 21st, through May 27th, brings a new focus into our life with the combination of our spiritual connection and the flow of information. It is as though two rivers are finally connecting and bringing about our movement into the rightful direction. Monday Neptune becomes stationary and ready to change directions, as Neptune rules the Divine connection of events in our life. Having these rivers connect allows Neptune to be complete with this phase. The actions and flows create a powerful current that is taking us through the events of this week. Wednesday and Thursday provide the surge of energy that assists us as we move toward Friday’s New Moon in Gemini. The flow down the river of information to this New Moon allows us to find many pieces of the puzzle and put into their proper place. There is a great many resolutions that are happening this week, topped with a fresh new energy moving into place.

This week, May 28th through June 3rd, we begin to address our emotional issues of security as we are freed up by last week’s breath of fresh air that emerged with the New Moon late Friday. Our emotions will become soothed as Venus moves into soft, earthy Taurus on Monday, allowing us to experience the healing energy of Taurus. On Wednesday Mercury opposes Pluto’s power issues, bringing us another round of information that will require resolution. This next set of resolutions will begin with Wednesday’s event of Mercury connecting to Pluto and final resolutions will be set into place when Sun connects with Pluto on June 16th. Between that time there will be a great deal of information streaming into our life that has a place on the resolution table. As information continues to stack up higher and higher, our movement into June brings us the FIVE month that emphasizes change. Friday, the 3rd, Mars moves into Leo, emphasizing creativity, self-expression and creative use of the Divine spark. This shift into Leo ignites the FIVE month of information and change which will ultimately spot light the stack of information that is growing taller and taller that will ultimately become the resolutions we seek.