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Monday May 16th through Sunday May 22nd
Happy Birthday Gemini!
The World of the Imagination ? I?m not specifically talking about Disneyland or Willy Wonka singing about pure imagination, but you can go there if you want. It?s totally warranted by Tuesday?s conjunction between Mars and Neptune. The planet of motivation and action has been under Neptune?s otherworldly spell since the 14th of April when he it entered ethereal Neptune-ruled Pisces. Now the magic intensifies and sparkles as Mars joins Neptune at 24 Pisces late Tuesday night. On average, the two planets meet once every 18 months. Action-oriented Mars doesn?t easily adapt to the dreamy and subconscious nature of Neptune. This warrior is a more take-charge kind of guy. Typical strengths including being assertive and maintaining boundaries, natural for Mars, can be diluted by this tidal wave of emotional, and sensitive water energy. The usual rules of operating on dry land just don?t apply to this sea-bound and other-worldly vessel.
While we may be more vulnerable and gullible under this influence, we are also manifestly receptive, sensitive, intuitive, psychic, and telepathic. This is probably not the time to make critical decisions but it?s an excellent opportunity to carve out time for creativity, a spiritual discipline, and feeding your imagination. When was the last time you created a vision board, or allowed yourself to indulge in pure fantasy?
It?s easy to get disillusioned in this world. Mars conjunct Neptune encourages us to balance the hard edges of ?reality? with productive and positive dreams and imagination. Picture yourself celebrating New Year?s Eve 2024. In your ideal world, what are the blessings you will be celebrating and talking about? Make a list now! Better yet, go over to 12Listen.com and submit your affirmation of thankfulness to the Gratitude Board. No names required. Taking action makes it real for you and initiates a path to manifestation of your dreams.
Boost of Ambition Whatever we imagine for ourselves can be fortified by a strong foundation on Thursday morning when the Sun in Taurus makes an alliance with Pluto in Capricorn. This spells ambition and purpose. While not as strong or intense as the Sun?s annual conjunction with Pluto, this trine from one earth sign to another (Taurus to Capricorn) suggests a commitment to growth and improvement. Music Icon Diana Ross was born with the Sun in Aries almost perfectly trine Pluto in Leo and is quoted as saying ?You can't just sit there and wait for people to give you that golden dream. You've got to get out there and make it happen for yourself.? She also said, ?It takes a long time to get to be a diva. I mean, you gotta work at it.? Bette Midler no doubt agrees with her. Midler?s Sun is in Sagittarius trine Pluto in Leo.
Happy Birthday, Gemini ? Let?s Talk About It ? Friday evening a new Solar cycle is initiated when the Sun leaves grounded Taurus for stimulating and versatile Gemini. This sign is a ?meeter and a greeter? and a collector of experiences and information. This is a social cycle that sparks interest in new things, encourages communications of all sorts, and supports teaching and learning. We tend to go broad and wide with Gemini instead of deep. However, Gemini?s ruling planet Mercury, currently moving retrograde may have a thing or two to say about this.
Mercury returns to Taurus Sunday evening (5/22). In this sign, Mercury trines transformational Pluto (in Capricorn) three times because of the retrograde (4/28, 5/25, and 6/10). This suggests this is not an ordinary cycle for Mercury or for the Sun in Gemini. The Sun begins this new cycle in Gemini under the influence of a humanitarian Aquarius Moon. Conversations, interactions, and information learned during this time may encourage pivotal changes in our thinking that in turn influence our behavior. During this solar cycle I?d expect greater awareness of our interconnection with each other ? a sense of being a world citizen and not just a Canadian or a New Yorker. Social activities may be more focused on humanitarian, philanthropic, and altruistic themes, versus simple social networking or having fun. The Gemini Twins are naturally attuned to dual purposes. Why not have fun while raising awareness for a social cause or being of service?
Planets Changing Signs this Week: The Sun enters Gemini on Friday evening. Retrograding Mercury returns to Taurus on Sunday night.
Retrograding Planets ? Mercury in Gemini and Taurus; Pluto in Capricorn
Insights from the Moon ? Following an exciting Full Moon Total Lunar Eclipse in Scorpio on Saturday/Sunday (May 15/16), we are officially in the Waning half of the Moon?s cycle. This is the time to assimilate our lessons and disseminate information and products. On Monday morning we emerge from the shadows and introspection of Scorpio to the hopefulness of the Moon in truth-seeking Sagittarius for Monday and Tuesday. Work, productivity, and responsibilities are in the emotional forecast for Wednesday and Thursday with the Moon taking care of business in Capricorn. Quirky and provocative Aquarius controls the Moon Friday and Saturday which should be a good match with the Sun entering social Gemini on Friday. These are good days for social interactions and Saturday night, specifically, holds promising opportunities with the Moon connecting with Venus and Saturn. Sunday the Moon slips into empathetic Pisces but idyllic communication may not be part of the plan. Be aware of increased sensitivity and use your intuition to better understand what?s between the lines.
Until next week, let go and wear loose clothes.
MONDAY
May 16
Moon in Scorpio/Sagittarius
The Moon goes Void of Course 2:28am enters Sagittarius 4:50am
Coming out of a Sunday of shadows (Full Moon Lunar Eclipse last night), we are ready to emerge from the introspection of Scorpio; and the cosmos happily delivers with a Moon in hopeful Sagittarius. Although Sagittarian Moons are travelers, our adventures today may be more internal than flying off in a plane or setting off on a road trip.
Whether or not we watched last night as the Moon slowly disappeared into the Earth?s shadow and then re-emerged, the cosmic message was available for our psyches to receive and assimilate. This morning we are inspired to move beyond shadows with an optimistic Moon connecting to Jupiter (ruler of Sagittarius) recently taking up residence in fiery, courageous, and independent Aries. Revelations during the past week can be assimilated as lessons learned and serve as a foundation for future steps. Today we want to live in the light, soak up the sunshine, and make conscious choices outside of the shadows of the past.
Our start may be a bit muddled this morning as this inspired Moon opposes retrograding Mercury in Gemini. Being of two minds, we may be reticent to decide or commit ourselves to a particular course. If you are feeling confused or torn between options, don?t force yourself. Retrograding Mercury has many more insights and gifts to share.
Throughout the day we are feeling philosophical as the truth-seeking Sagittarian Moon balances intellect with inspiration and change with tradition. This is a good time to think about how much our past experiences influence our current perceptions and choices. Are we willing to hold up our truths to scrutiny?
Daily Muse: What makes Superman a hero is not that he has power, but that he has the wisdom and the maturity to use the power wisely. (Christopher Reeve ? Moon in Sagittarius conjunct Mars and sextile Saturn in Libra)
TUESDAY
May 17
Moon in Sagittarius
The Moon goes Void of Course 8:59pm
Energy today is likely to feel wonky. There is a good reason for this unless you are a mermaid, a professional psychic, an animal communicator, mystic, musician, writer, artist, spiritual seeker, gardener, or even a teensy bit aware of your intuition. Ok, I guess that includes most of the readers of Mark?s Power Peek! Forget I said wonky. To those accustomed to being sensitive, intuitive, and tuned into the imagination, today?s energy feels strangely natural!
Late tonight Mars the planet of action meets up with Neptune the purveyor of dreams and illusions and the home base for otherworldly, spiritual, and metaphysical abilities and strengths. It only happens about once every 18 months so it?s worth noting. This energy puts us in touch with the archetype of the Magician. We can see ourselves as divine entities creating, revising, and manipulating the physical and emotional realities of our lives. Those who refuse to acknowledge there are spiritual and non-material rules in the universe, well, for them the energy will feel wonky today.
Building up to the climax of this energy late tonight (11:33 Pacific) the Moon in philosophical Sagittarius makes a sweet connection with Venus in Aries this morning. This should keep our day lighthearted and inspired. This evening when the Moon forms a challenging square to Mars in Pisces and later to Neptune, we know things are not exactly business as usual. In the mix, the Moon also makes a strengthening connection to organized Saturn.
Carve out time for imagination even if it is only to identify one hope or dream, you?d love to manifest. Refuse to be discouraged by previous disappointments. The Moon?s alliance with Saturn in Aquarius is a reminder if we prioritize shared interests, we more easily align with opportunities for ourselves that will be positive for the world as well.
Daily Muse: True magic doesn?t need tools or props, for the magic comes from within. To make magic is to be perfectly connected with the flow of the universe, putting yourself within the flow rather than blocking it. (Lunea Weatherstone)
WENSDAY
May 18
Moon in Sagittarius/Capricorn
Void of Course Moon enters Capricorn 5:02am
Sagittarian optimism inspired during the last several days is slightly threatened today with the Moon?s entrance into hard-working and dedicated Capricorn. But it?s not really our emotional alignment with responsibility that?s the problem. A pesky lunar square to Jupiter in Aries this morning is more likely our potential stumbling block.
Jupiter in Aries is energetic and enthusiastic and like a two-year old isn?t keeping an eye on the big picture or the long-term consequences. If we focus only on what we want in the moment, it?s likely we will make selfish and superficial choices. Keeping with our analogy, if we spend our allowance on an ice-cream bar and cotton candy in the first five minutes of our adventure to the county fair, we may come up short later in the day when we spot the unique camel rides and Indiana Jones hats. Balance instant gratification against the benefits that come with patience. Jupiter in Aries does not like to be told ?no? or to be denied; but the Capricorn Moon is no pushover.
The Moon in Saturn-ruled Capricorn is thinking long-term and considering how we can best conserve our resources, strengthen our positions, and expand our networks. After moving past a small temper tantrum this morning, the rest of the day should be very productive.
Daily Muse: Intelligence is based on how efficient a species became at doing the things they need to survive?In the long history of humankind (and animal kind, too) those who learned to collaborate and improvise most effectively have prevailed. (Charles Darwin ? Moon in Capricorn. His birthtime is estimated at 3 am when the Moon was in Capricorn. The Moon entered Aquarius mid-evening on his birthday so if his time is way off, he could be an Aquarian Moon. Because Capricorn is ruled by Saturn and Saturn was the traditional ruler of both signs, it?s safe to assume his emotional nature was Saturnian!)
THURSDAY
May 19
Moon in Capricorn
The day is off to an ambitious start with the Sun in Taurus conspiring with Pluto in Capricorn. Despite Mercury being retrograde, we feel clear-headed and determined about our path and agenda. As Pluto is the planet of transformation, we are also open to suggestions for growth and improvement. We are not so attached to our ideas and ways of being that we pass up an obvious cue for development and advancement. In fact, we have little tolerance for ignorance, stubbornness, or ignoring the obvious.
Our willingness to change and openness is also a gift of the Capricorn Moon?s positive connection to revolutionary Uranus this morning. More so than usual, we?re alert to new ideas and out-of-the-box strategies. This may not be as true mid-day when Luna squares Venus in Aries. If you plan a lunch or break this afternoon with a loved one thinking they will automatically go along with a suggestion, you might want to put a pin in it. If you are proposing anything that sounds risky or selfish, the Capricorn Moon will turn a cold shoulder.
However, we might have better luck this evening when Mercury in social Gemini makes a positive connection to Jupiter in adventurous Aries. Conversations will be welcome and inspiring ideas will be especially appreciated. This could be a perfect night for a social gathering. Luna?s pleasant link to Neptune in empathetic Pisces in late evening keeps the vibes feeling positive and creative.
Daily Muse: Instead of looking at the past, I put myself ahead twenty years and try to look at what I need to do now in order to get there then. (Diana Ross ? exact trine between Sun in Aries and Pluto in Leo)
FRIDAY
May 20
Moon in Capricorn/Aquarius
Sun enters Gemini 6:23 pm
The Moon goes Void of Course 5:00am enters Aquarius 5:53am
The Moon makes lively interactions between midnight and dawn (Pacific) but as many are asleep during these hours we may not notice. However, those of you in the Eastern time zone, may very well notice a sobering and ambitious start to your day as Luna joins Pluto in determined Capricorn at 6:24 am (EDT). This energy is grounded with a lunar trine to the Sun in Taurus 90 minutes later. Then the mood is quickly switched up with the Moon?s entry into anarchist Aquarius at 5:53 am (PDT) 8:53 (EDT).
I?m smiling as I write this. I rather enjoy a quirky Aquarian Moon. It quickly makes friends (actually, this is a natural talent for Aquarius) as it forms a positive trine to Mercury and an agreeable sextile to Jupiter. This sets a positive, inspiring, and hopeful energy for our day. Morning meetings, virtual or in-person, should be congenial, and maybe even humanitarian. The Aquarian Moon vibrates to ideas for social change, progress, philanthropy, tolerance, and altruism. Don?t be surprised if during a conversation or work meeting someone unexpectedly advocates for a social cause or fundraiser. Aquarian energy can be inspirational and eccentric. Entertain ideas while keeping an eye on stability. Balance traditional values with emerging trends and needs, and organizational purpose with changing desires.
Bigger change is coming this evening when the Sun leaves stable and somewhat predictable Taurus for spirited and changeable Gemini. The Twins are insatiably curious. Learning, communications, reading, writing, public speaking and connecting are ?their things?. Sun in the sign of the twins is usually a time for changing things up, socializing, taking classes, teaching, and refining, adjusting, or expanding our communications. Let the interactions and parties begin!
Daily Muse: Too often we hold fast to the clich?s of our forebears. We subject all facts to a prefabricated set of interpretations. We enjoy the comfort of opinion without the discomfort of thought. (President John F. Kennedy ? Sun in Gemini and Moon in Virgo ? both ruled by Mercury. Natal Mercury in Taurus conjunct both Mars and Jupiter. Quote from the Commencement Address at Yale University, June 11, 1962.)
SATURDAY
May 21
Moon in Aquarius
Our jokes aren?t soliciting laughs and our social media posts aren?t hitting the right note this morning as the Moon in avant-garde Aquarius squares unpredictable Uranus. Is it us or is it them? Probably both. We could make retrograding Mercury share part of the blame, but overall, we are just not in tune with others or with the cosmos. Idiosyncratic Aquarius dances between wanting to be part of a group and wanting to be independent. Sometimes this struggle manifests as an inability to feel satisfied with either option.
And speaking of Mercury, mid-day the planet of communication backs into the same astrological degree as the Sun (0 Gemini). This indicates the half-way mark of the retrograde pattern. For good or bad, our identity is aligned with our thinking. Do we like what we see? This is a good time to review what we have been experiencing and learning during the last few weeks and make any necessary adjustments. We are what we think and believe.
Tonight, we feel more in the groove with others as the Moon finds a friend in Venus in Aries. This might even be a good time for a first or blind date, especially if you are up for surprises and open to new patterns in relating. The Moon?s conjunction with commitment-oriented Saturn shortly after midnight (PDT) might indicate it?s not all fun and games. Maybe something more serious is afoot. Perhaps our evening companions are allies of both the heart and mind and we simply needed a nudge to find them.
Daily Muse: If you possess something but you can't give it away, then you don't possess it ... it possesses you. (Frank Sinatra ? Sun conjunct Mercury in Sagittarius)
SUNDAY
May 22
Moon in Aquarius/Pisces
Mercury enters Taurus 6:15pm
The Moon goes Void of Course 12:19am enters Pisces 8:49am
The Moon slides quietly into sensitive and psychic Pisces this morning but if she is hoping to be inconspicuous, think again. She quickly squares retrograding Mercury setting the stage for a misunderstanding. This may or may not involve another person. If it does, we probably are not feeling heard or understood. Use your words carefully. If we are counting on someone reading our minds, there is likely too much interference for the message to get interpreted reliably. Use your intuition to know when to stop talking. The Moon?s square to the Sun in Gemini indicates the last quarter of the lunar cycle. We may not be ready to complete a cycle, but nevertheless in the coming days if will be helpful to tie up some loose ends.
In mid-afternoon Mars in Pisces makes a positive and useful connection to Pluto in Capricorn. Although actions may not be exactly overt and straightforward, we are motivated to use both metaphysical and physical laws together to make a difference. We hold the keys to our own liberation, release, and destiny. Change of mind, and thus change in perception and behavior is under our control.
Tonight, Mercury returns to Taurus as part of its retrograde cycle. Continue to watch for missing pieces of the puzzle that can help clarify our understanding. Remember Mercury in Taurus is the strong silent type. Less words, more action. If you want to untie some knots, be patient and receptive.
Daily Muse: Movements are as eloquent as words. (Isadora Duncan ? Sun conjunct Mercury and Venus in Gemini)
Happy Birthday Gemini!
The World of the Imagination ? I?m not specifically talking about Disneyland or Willy Wonka singing about pure imagination, but you can go there if you want. It?s totally warranted by Tuesday?s conjunction between Mars and Neptune. The planet of motivation and action has been under Neptune?s otherworldly spell since the 14th of April when he it entered ethereal Neptune-ruled Pisces. Now the magic intensifies and sparkles as Mars joins Neptune at 24 Pisces late Tuesday night. On average, the two planets meet once every 18 months. Action-oriented Mars doesn?t easily adapt to the dreamy and subconscious nature of Neptune. This warrior is a more take-charge kind of guy. Typical strengths including being assertive and maintaining boundaries, natural for Mars, can be diluted by this tidal wave of emotional, and sensitive water energy. The usual rules of operating on dry land just don?t apply to this sea-bound and other-worldly vessel.
While we may be more vulnerable and gullible under this influence, we are also manifestly receptive, sensitive, intuitive, psychic, and telepathic. This is probably not the time to make critical decisions but it?s an excellent opportunity to carve out time for creativity, a spiritual discipline, and feeding your imagination. When was the last time you created a vision board, or allowed yourself to indulge in pure fantasy?
It?s easy to get disillusioned in this world. Mars conjunct Neptune encourages us to balance the hard edges of ?reality? with productive and positive dreams and imagination. Picture yourself celebrating New Year?s Eve 2024. In your ideal world, what are the blessings you will be celebrating and talking about? Make a list now! Better yet, go over to 12Listen.com and submit your affirmation of thankfulness to the Gratitude Board. No names required. Taking action makes it real for you and initiates a path to manifestation of your dreams.
Boost of Ambition Whatever we imagine for ourselves can be fortified by a strong foundation on Thursday morning when the Sun in Taurus makes an alliance with Pluto in Capricorn. This spells ambition and purpose. While not as strong or intense as the Sun?s annual conjunction with Pluto, this trine from one earth sign to another (Taurus to Capricorn) suggests a commitment to growth and improvement. Music Icon Diana Ross was born with the Sun in Aries almost perfectly trine Pluto in Leo and is quoted as saying ?You can't just sit there and wait for people to give you that golden dream. You've got to get out there and make it happen for yourself.? She also said, ?It takes a long time to get to be a diva. I mean, you gotta work at it.? Bette Midler no doubt agrees with her. Midler?s Sun is in Sagittarius trine Pluto in Leo.
Happy Birthday, Gemini ? Let?s Talk About It ? Friday evening a new Solar cycle is initiated when the Sun leaves grounded Taurus for stimulating and versatile Gemini. This sign is a ?meeter and a greeter? and a collector of experiences and information. This is a social cycle that sparks interest in new things, encourages communications of all sorts, and supports teaching and learning. We tend to go broad and wide with Gemini instead of deep. However, Gemini?s ruling planet Mercury, currently moving retrograde may have a thing or two to say about this.
Mercury returns to Taurus Sunday evening (5/22). In this sign, Mercury trines transformational Pluto (in Capricorn) three times because of the retrograde (4/28, 5/25, and 6/10). This suggests this is not an ordinary cycle for Mercury or for the Sun in Gemini. The Sun begins this new cycle in Gemini under the influence of a humanitarian Aquarius Moon. Conversations, interactions, and information learned during this time may encourage pivotal changes in our thinking that in turn influence our behavior. During this solar cycle I?d expect greater awareness of our interconnection with each other ? a sense of being a world citizen and not just a Canadian or a New Yorker. Social activities may be more focused on humanitarian, philanthropic, and altruistic themes, versus simple social networking or having fun. The Gemini Twins are naturally attuned to dual purposes. Why not have fun while raising awareness for a social cause or being of service?
Planets Changing Signs this Week: The Sun enters Gemini on Friday evening. Retrograding Mercury returns to Taurus on Sunday night.
Retrograding Planets ? Mercury in Gemini and Taurus; Pluto in Capricorn
Insights from the Moon ? Following an exciting Full Moon Total Lunar Eclipse in Scorpio on Saturday/Sunday (May 15/16), we are officially in the Waning half of the Moon?s cycle. This is the time to assimilate our lessons and disseminate information and products. On Monday morning we emerge from the shadows and introspection of Scorpio to the hopefulness of the Moon in truth-seeking Sagittarius for Monday and Tuesday. Work, productivity, and responsibilities are in the emotional forecast for Wednesday and Thursday with the Moon taking care of business in Capricorn. Quirky and provocative Aquarius controls the Moon Friday and Saturday which should be a good match with the Sun entering social Gemini on Friday. These are good days for social interactions and Saturday night, specifically, holds promising opportunities with the Moon connecting with Venus and Saturn. Sunday the Moon slips into empathetic Pisces but idyllic communication may not be part of the plan. Be aware of increased sensitivity and use your intuition to better understand what?s between the lines.
Until next week, let go and wear loose clothes.
MONDAY
May 16
Moon in Scorpio/Sagittarius
The Moon goes Void of Course 2:28am enters Sagittarius 4:50am
Coming out of a Sunday of shadows (Full Moon Lunar Eclipse last night), we are ready to emerge from the introspection of Scorpio; and the cosmos happily delivers with a Moon in hopeful Sagittarius. Although Sagittarian Moons are travelers, our adventures today may be more internal than flying off in a plane or setting off on a road trip.
Whether or not we watched last night as the Moon slowly disappeared into the Earth?s shadow and then re-emerged, the cosmic message was available for our psyches to receive and assimilate. This morning we are inspired to move beyond shadows with an optimistic Moon connecting to Jupiter (ruler of Sagittarius) recently taking up residence in fiery, courageous, and independent Aries. Revelations during the past week can be assimilated as lessons learned and serve as a foundation for future steps. Today we want to live in the light, soak up the sunshine, and make conscious choices outside of the shadows of the past.
Our start may be a bit muddled this morning as this inspired Moon opposes retrograding Mercury in Gemini. Being of two minds, we may be reticent to decide or commit ourselves to a particular course. If you are feeling confused or torn between options, don?t force yourself. Retrograding Mercury has many more insights and gifts to share.
Throughout the day we are feeling philosophical as the truth-seeking Sagittarian Moon balances intellect with inspiration and change with tradition. This is a good time to think about how much our past experiences influence our current perceptions and choices. Are we willing to hold up our truths to scrutiny?
Daily Muse: What makes Superman a hero is not that he has power, but that he has the wisdom and the maturity to use the power wisely. (Christopher Reeve ? Moon in Sagittarius conjunct Mars and sextile Saturn in Libra)
TUESDAY
May 17
Moon in Sagittarius
The Moon goes Void of Course 8:59pm
Energy today is likely to feel wonky. There is a good reason for this unless you are a mermaid, a professional psychic, an animal communicator, mystic, musician, writer, artist, spiritual seeker, gardener, or even a teensy bit aware of your intuition. Ok, I guess that includes most of the readers of Mark?s Power Peek! Forget I said wonky. To those accustomed to being sensitive, intuitive, and tuned into the imagination, today?s energy feels strangely natural!
Late tonight Mars the planet of action meets up with Neptune the purveyor of dreams and illusions and the home base for otherworldly, spiritual, and metaphysical abilities and strengths. It only happens about once every 18 months so it?s worth noting. This energy puts us in touch with the archetype of the Magician. We can see ourselves as divine entities creating, revising, and manipulating the physical and emotional realities of our lives. Those who refuse to acknowledge there are spiritual and non-material rules in the universe, well, for them the energy will feel wonky today.
Building up to the climax of this energy late tonight (11:33 Pacific) the Moon in philosophical Sagittarius makes a sweet connection with Venus in Aries this morning. This should keep our day lighthearted and inspired. This evening when the Moon forms a challenging square to Mars in Pisces and later to Neptune, we know things are not exactly business as usual. In the mix, the Moon also makes a strengthening connection to organized Saturn.
Carve out time for imagination even if it is only to identify one hope or dream, you?d love to manifest. Refuse to be discouraged by previous disappointments. The Moon?s alliance with Saturn in Aquarius is a reminder if we prioritize shared interests, we more easily align with opportunities for ourselves that will be positive for the world as well.
Daily Muse: True magic doesn?t need tools or props, for the magic comes from within. To make magic is to be perfectly connected with the flow of the universe, putting yourself within the flow rather than blocking it. (Lunea Weatherstone)
WENSDAY
May 18
Moon in Sagittarius/Capricorn
Void of Course Moon enters Capricorn 5:02am
Sagittarian optimism inspired during the last several days is slightly threatened today with the Moon?s entrance into hard-working and dedicated Capricorn. But it?s not really our emotional alignment with responsibility that?s the problem. A pesky lunar square to Jupiter in Aries this morning is more likely our potential stumbling block.
Jupiter in Aries is energetic and enthusiastic and like a two-year old isn?t keeping an eye on the big picture or the long-term consequences. If we focus only on what we want in the moment, it?s likely we will make selfish and superficial choices. Keeping with our analogy, if we spend our allowance on an ice-cream bar and cotton candy in the first five minutes of our adventure to the county fair, we may come up short later in the day when we spot the unique camel rides and Indiana Jones hats. Balance instant gratification against the benefits that come with patience. Jupiter in Aries does not like to be told ?no? or to be denied; but the Capricorn Moon is no pushover.
The Moon in Saturn-ruled Capricorn is thinking long-term and considering how we can best conserve our resources, strengthen our positions, and expand our networks. After moving past a small temper tantrum this morning, the rest of the day should be very productive.
Daily Muse: Intelligence is based on how efficient a species became at doing the things they need to survive?In the long history of humankind (and animal kind, too) those who learned to collaborate and improvise most effectively have prevailed. (Charles Darwin ? Moon in Capricorn. His birthtime is estimated at 3 am when the Moon was in Capricorn. The Moon entered Aquarius mid-evening on his birthday so if his time is way off, he could be an Aquarian Moon. Because Capricorn is ruled by Saturn and Saturn was the traditional ruler of both signs, it?s safe to assume his emotional nature was Saturnian!)
THURSDAY
May 19
Moon in Capricorn
The day is off to an ambitious start with the Sun in Taurus conspiring with Pluto in Capricorn. Despite Mercury being retrograde, we feel clear-headed and determined about our path and agenda. As Pluto is the planet of transformation, we are also open to suggestions for growth and improvement. We are not so attached to our ideas and ways of being that we pass up an obvious cue for development and advancement. In fact, we have little tolerance for ignorance, stubbornness, or ignoring the obvious.
Our willingness to change and openness is also a gift of the Capricorn Moon?s positive connection to revolutionary Uranus this morning. More so than usual, we?re alert to new ideas and out-of-the-box strategies. This may not be as true mid-day when Luna squares Venus in Aries. If you plan a lunch or break this afternoon with a loved one thinking they will automatically go along with a suggestion, you might want to put a pin in it. If you are proposing anything that sounds risky or selfish, the Capricorn Moon will turn a cold shoulder.
However, we might have better luck this evening when Mercury in social Gemini makes a positive connection to Jupiter in adventurous Aries. Conversations will be welcome and inspiring ideas will be especially appreciated. This could be a perfect night for a social gathering. Luna?s pleasant link to Neptune in empathetic Pisces in late evening keeps the vibes feeling positive and creative.
Daily Muse: Instead of looking at the past, I put myself ahead twenty years and try to look at what I need to do now in order to get there then. (Diana Ross ? exact trine between Sun in Aries and Pluto in Leo)
FRIDAY
May 20
Moon in Capricorn/Aquarius
Sun enters Gemini 6:23 pm
The Moon goes Void of Course 5:00am enters Aquarius 5:53am
The Moon makes lively interactions between midnight and dawn (Pacific) but as many are asleep during these hours we may not notice. However, those of you in the Eastern time zone, may very well notice a sobering and ambitious start to your day as Luna joins Pluto in determined Capricorn at 6:24 am (EDT). This energy is grounded with a lunar trine to the Sun in Taurus 90 minutes later. Then the mood is quickly switched up with the Moon?s entry into anarchist Aquarius at 5:53 am (PDT) 8:53 (EDT).
I?m smiling as I write this. I rather enjoy a quirky Aquarian Moon. It quickly makes friends (actually, this is a natural talent for Aquarius) as it forms a positive trine to Mercury and an agreeable sextile to Jupiter. This sets a positive, inspiring, and hopeful energy for our day. Morning meetings, virtual or in-person, should be congenial, and maybe even humanitarian. The Aquarian Moon vibrates to ideas for social change, progress, philanthropy, tolerance, and altruism. Don?t be surprised if during a conversation or work meeting someone unexpectedly advocates for a social cause or fundraiser. Aquarian energy can be inspirational and eccentric. Entertain ideas while keeping an eye on stability. Balance traditional values with emerging trends and needs, and organizational purpose with changing desires.
Bigger change is coming this evening when the Sun leaves stable and somewhat predictable Taurus for spirited and changeable Gemini. The Twins are insatiably curious. Learning, communications, reading, writing, public speaking and connecting are ?their things?. Sun in the sign of the twins is usually a time for changing things up, socializing, taking classes, teaching, and refining, adjusting, or expanding our communications. Let the interactions and parties begin!
Daily Muse: Too often we hold fast to the clich?s of our forebears. We subject all facts to a prefabricated set of interpretations. We enjoy the comfort of opinion without the discomfort of thought. (President John F. Kennedy ? Sun in Gemini and Moon in Virgo ? both ruled by Mercury. Natal Mercury in Taurus conjunct both Mars and Jupiter. Quote from the Commencement Address at Yale University, June 11, 1962.)
SATURDAY
May 21
Moon in Aquarius
Our jokes aren?t soliciting laughs and our social media posts aren?t hitting the right note this morning as the Moon in avant-garde Aquarius squares unpredictable Uranus. Is it us or is it them? Probably both. We could make retrograding Mercury share part of the blame, but overall, we are just not in tune with others or with the cosmos. Idiosyncratic Aquarius dances between wanting to be part of a group and wanting to be independent. Sometimes this struggle manifests as an inability to feel satisfied with either option.
And speaking of Mercury, mid-day the planet of communication backs into the same astrological degree as the Sun (0 Gemini). This indicates the half-way mark of the retrograde pattern. For good or bad, our identity is aligned with our thinking. Do we like what we see? This is a good time to review what we have been experiencing and learning during the last few weeks and make any necessary adjustments. We are what we think and believe.
Tonight, we feel more in the groove with others as the Moon finds a friend in Venus in Aries. This might even be a good time for a first or blind date, especially if you are up for surprises and open to new patterns in relating. The Moon?s conjunction with commitment-oriented Saturn shortly after midnight (PDT) might indicate it?s not all fun and games. Maybe something more serious is afoot. Perhaps our evening companions are allies of both the heart and mind and we simply needed a nudge to find them.
Daily Muse: If you possess something but you can't give it away, then you don't possess it ... it possesses you. (Frank Sinatra ? Sun conjunct Mercury in Sagittarius)
SUNDAY
May 22
Moon in Aquarius/Pisces
Mercury enters Taurus 6:15pm
The Moon goes Void of Course 12:19am enters Pisces 8:49am
The Moon slides quietly into sensitive and psychic Pisces this morning but if she is hoping to be inconspicuous, think again. She quickly squares retrograding Mercury setting the stage for a misunderstanding. This may or may not involve another person. If it does, we probably are not feeling heard or understood. Use your words carefully. If we are counting on someone reading our minds, there is likely too much interference for the message to get interpreted reliably. Use your intuition to know when to stop talking. The Moon?s square to the Sun in Gemini indicates the last quarter of the lunar cycle. We may not be ready to complete a cycle, but nevertheless in the coming days if will be helpful to tie up some loose ends.
In mid-afternoon Mars in Pisces makes a positive and useful connection to Pluto in Capricorn. Although actions may not be exactly overt and straightforward, we are motivated to use both metaphysical and physical laws together to make a difference. We hold the keys to our own liberation, release, and destiny. Change of mind, and thus change in perception and behavior is under our control.
Tonight, Mercury returns to Taurus as part of its retrograde cycle. Continue to watch for missing pieces of the puzzle that can help clarify our understanding. Remember Mercury in Taurus is the strong silent type. Less words, more action. If you want to untie some knots, be patient and receptive.
Daily Muse: Movements are as eloquent as words. (Isadora Duncan ? Sun conjunct Mercury and Venus in Gemini)