There are a lot of Geminis in my world, and because this is the season of their birthdays, they need to pay special attention to this article. But everyone will do well to at least have awareness that these celestial energy influences are coming. Kinda like you do better when you know company is coming than you do finding out by surprise when you open the door.
The Sun moves into Gemini, the sign of the Twins, on May 20th. This activates the Air element to spark new ideas and study new opportunities. This is the time to speak your mind instead of keeping your mouth shut. Make a new friend or two and celebrate your vaccination!
Five days later, on May 25th, there will be a special dance in the sky that creates a triangulation between the Moon in Scorpio, Mars in Cancer, and Neptune in Pisces. It won't last long, so enjoy its magic while it lasts. This Grand Water Trine will surge forth surprising experiences of intuition, creative imagination, inspiration, emotional intelligence, mysticism, and empathy. Zowie! Mark your calendar to remind yourself of this special energy experience. What will you do with it?
The next day, May 26th, there will be a total eclipse of the Full Moon in Sagittarius. While in the Earth's shadow, the Moon will appear to be rusty red, but don't worry about the color of the shadow. In fact, don't worry about this eclipse. Know that something in your life is going to be eclipsed. Something will end, but something else will begin; and there will be no going back. This lunar event should provide some relief from all the mental gymnastics you've been performing lately. The brain work will feel easier, but, because of the off/on energy of the eclipse, there may be questions raised about evading responsibilities, fear of commitment, or aversion to risk. GET OVER IT! You are not meant to spend your life staying safe, for heaven's sake. Life gets a reset with eclipses, like when you turn your computer off and on. Let go of stuff you've been holding onto and move on.
Summer is coming - which means the days will start to grow shorter, remember? If you are not growing with all of Nature this Spring, you're dying to all the possibilities that lie before you. What are you doing to ensure your growth? Are you taking any classes? Reading any books? Studying anything at all? Gemini is about quicksilver minds that can handle new ideas at lightning speed. Are you still mulling over last year? Eclipse that stagnation and revitalize your life.
Plan to travel, learn about something new, and expand your circle of acquaintances. You are likely to feel merry, ten feet tall, and bullet-proof. Add some zest to your life after these many months. If you settle for boredom, then you deserve to be bored. Take charge of your own well-being. Share your bright enthusiasm. Positive attitudes generate good will all around you. If you aren't invited to a fun event, host one yourself! Memorial Day is a great time for a gathering and outdoors allows greater social distancing while folks come together. Just remember to take a breath and let others speak. If you're always talking, you're learning nothing. Promise yourself a new habit and eclipse an old one. Choose something inspiring!
As May ends, Mercury begins its retrograde in one of its two home signs of Gemini. (Twins, duality, of course there are two signs controlled by this planet!) Mercury is the planet of communication. It is the voice of God. So, with a retrograde in Gemini, plan to review projects involving data transfer - communication, travel, blood flow, electricity, commerce, and shipping. Make sure all your travel plans include a Plan B. Double check all information you intend to send out or documents you have to sign. Back up your hard drive. Make plans to reconnect with old friends, whether virtually or in person if you're vaccinated. Avoid gossip and reposting social media you have not researched and verified.
The Sun will be aligned with the Royal Fixed Star of Aldebaran on the day of Mercury's retrograde. This is the Bull's Eye. The Sun is the Heart of our Solar System, the giver of all Life and Light. This star is linked with integrity and honesty. These need to be the two key words for Mercury's time backassward. Mind you walk your talk and stay on the path.
Mercury's wobble begins May 16th. Retrograde period begins May 29 and lasts until June 22. The shadow period after will last until after the 4th of July. Spend this time considering your own desires versus what you believe other people want for you. You're not supposed to keep yourself safe all the time. Savor a little risk and grow!