Astrology Calendars

Sunday, MAY 1

A Venus-Pluto sextile this morning gently breaks down barriers, helping us with new insight into our needs for love, comfort, or pleasure and our money situation. Or, we take a comfortably strategic approach to these affairs. Our feelings are more focused and intensified in a generally pleasant and positive way. In fact, we seek depth of emotion and authenticity in our dealings.

The Moon spends the day in Taurus, and we’re slowing down and taking stock or focusing on building instead of initiating.

Later today, we can find ourselves following whims or restless until we recognize the need to freshen up our relationships or pastimes. Rumblings of the need to change unhealthy patterns with relating and spending can occur.

Monday, MAY 2

The Moon continues its transit of Taurus until it moves into Gemini at 6:47 AM EDT. The Gemini Moon is curious, and its alignment with Mercury further draws out the chatty side of our personalities.

Venus enters Aries today, where it will transit until May 28th. With Venus in Aries, we are bold, fresh, and a little impatient when it comes to matters of the heart. We don’t look back–we’re not interested in saying sorry or dwelling on the past. Our desires are strong, and we express them spontaneously, enthusiastically, and directly. Our tastes are simple, but we can feel the need to fulfill them urgently in the weeks ahead.

There can be tensions if we feel powerless or overshadowed as Mars and Pluto form a semi-square aspect today. We could find it challenging to express ourselves in healthy, direct ways. Our desires can be both intense and difficult to satisfy. Efforts to make changes could be thwarted, or power struggles emerge. This is not an ideal time for straightforward interactions.

The void Moon occurs from 6:13 AM EDT, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a sextile to Venus), until the Moon enters Gemini at 6:47 AM EDT.

Venus enters Aries

Venus is in Aries from May 2 to 28, 2022. With Venus in Aries, love is spontaneous and direct. The chase is very exciting to us under this fiery influence. We are bold, fresh, and a little impatient when it comes to matters of the heart. We don’t look back with Aries energy. We are not interested in saying sorry or dwelling on the past–it’s a brand new day! It’s time to make things work right now.

Aries is known for a love of the chase and the conquest, but Aries love can be longstanding as long as it remains relatively fresh. Aries is blunt–there’s no sugar-coating with Aries. This can sting, but rarely is Aries energy mean or petty. Saying it like it is is important to the sign. Desires are strong and expressed spontaneously, enthusiastically, and directly. Aries prefers to seduce rather than be seduced, to chase rather than be chased.

While Venus is in Aries, we gravitate to Aries-like activities, pleasures, pastimes, and objects of interest. Our tastes can veer toward action, new enterprise, conquests, courageous or daring acts, and so forth. We can be somewhat impulsive with our money or entertainment choices.

Our interests can be insistent and strong, but possibly short-lived. It’s not the best time for holding onto money. We might pour our resources too quickly into new ventures or projects but tire of these things just as rapidly.

While Venus is in Aries this year, it forms the following aspects (not including the Moon):

May 6, 2022 2:01 AM Mercury 4 Gemini 05 sextile Venus 4 Aries 05

May 9, 2022 2:07 AM Venus 7 Aries 32 semi-square True Node 22 Taurus 32

May 11, 2022 12:33 AM Venus 9 Aries 45 semi-square Saturn 24 Aquarius 45

May 15, 2022 8:12 AM Venus 14 Aries 44 conjunction Chiron 14 Aries 44

May 15, 2022 10:14 PM Venus 15 Aries 25 semi-sextile Uranus 15 Taurus 25

May 17, 2022 10:31 PM Mercury 2 Gemini 45 semi-square Venus 17 Aries 45

May 22, 2022 12:14 AM Venus 22 Aries 29 semi-sextile True Node 22 Taurus 29

May 24, 2022 6:30 AM Venus 25 Aries 07 semi-sextile Neptune 25 Pisces 07

May 24, 2022 7:06 AM Venus 25 Aries 09 sextile Saturn 25 Aquarius 09

May 26, 2022 5:06 PM Mercury 27 Taurus 58 semi-sextile Venus 27 Aries 58

May 27, 2022 2:29 AM Venus 28 Aries 26 square Pluto 28 Capricorn 26

Tuesday, MAY 3

A longer-term influence is exact today: Jupiter forms a sextile to Pluto. With this transit, we’re discovering our ambitions and motivations, and it’s an enjoyable, productive experience. It’s a time when we want to improve, grow, and bring something to the next level. We might enjoy increased influence, faith, and insight. The desire for more personal significance can lead us to give of ourselves or motivate us to more ambitiously pursue personal or professional goals. This transit generally favors business, the law, and commerce.

A Jupiter-Pluto sextile enhances our ability to sway or persuade. One of the most positive uses of this transit is taking steps to better ourselves or the world around us. We might solve a long-standing problem or capitalize upon a resource that we didn’t recognize in the past. We seek more meaning in our lives, and as we strive for a sense of purpose, we’re likely to take steps that help us improve our lives, lifestyles, or an important project. A bit of competition, even if it’s only with ourselves and our previous performance, can help us grow. We can be opportunistic–it’s easier than usual to recognize opportunities because we’re looking to advance. As we connect with our hidden talents or desires, we begin to embrace new directions or pursuits.

The Sun’s semi-square to Jupiter tonight can suggest some over-estimation of our energy or motivation levels. We want to grow, improve, and expand, and it may be necessary to push some boundaries now, but it’s best to do so gently. The Moon spends the day in curious, interesting Gemini.

Jupiter sextile Pluto

Jupiter, at 28° Pisces 36′, forms a sextile with Pluto, at 28° Capricorn 36′ on May 3, 2022. This is a one-off transit (it doesn’t repeat two more times as many outer-planet transits do).

With Jupiter forming a sextile to Pluto, we’re discovering our ambitions and motivations, and it’s an enjoyable, productive experience. It’s a time when we want to improve, grow, and bring something to the next level.

This transit generally favors business, the law, and commerce. We might enjoy increased influence, faith, and insight now. The desire for more personal significance can lead us to give of ourselves or motivate us to more ambitiously pursue personal or professional goals.

A Jupiter-Pluto sextile enhances our ability to sway or persuade. One of the most positive uses of this transit is taking steps to better ourselves. We might solve a long-standing problem or capitalize upon a resource that we didn’t recognize in the past.

We seek more meaning in our lives, and as we strive for a sense of purpose, we’re likely to take steps that help us improve our lives, lifestyles, or an important project. A bit of competition, even if it’s only with ourselves and our previous performance, can help us grow. We can be opportunistic–it’s easier than usual to recognize opportunities because we’re looking to advance.

As we connect with our hidden talents or desires, we begin to embrace new directions or pursuits.

Read more about this Jupiter-sextile-Pluto aspect, whether it occurs in the natal chart, Solar Return chart, or is a transit to transit (as it’s occurring now) or transit to natal.

Jupiter sextile Pluto dates:

 on May 3rd, 2022, at 28° Pisces 36′ (one-time)

Wednesday, MAY 4

Mars forms a sextile to Uranus this morning, and the Sun and Uranus are approaching alignment, exact early tomorrow. It’s a time when we want to experiment and make things happen, and we can be very creative about it! Certainly, we’re more willing to experiment or try new things. We are naturally bold and assertive, ready to take a chance, and conscious of a need to act independently or spontaneously, answering to our instincts. It’s easy and natural to break through obstacles, try alternative methods, and take progressive action or take the lead. More courage, confidence, and energy are available to us. It’s also a time when we more readily support or defend others.

There can be some disruption or a need for a new modus operandi, as well as a strong desire to feel free. We seek new ways to enjoy and express ourselves, handle money and possessions, and get comfortable. We can be progressive and pioneering, but possibly also defiant or rebellious. With Uranus, some level of detachment or decrease in sentimentality seems necessary to break free from limiting situations. We gravitate to what’s unusual or avant-garde.

With Uranus in Taurus, we’re changing how we view and use money and personal possessions. Our values are evolving, and today’s energies tend to spotlight this theme. We’re also inclined to break the rules or go against tradition and expectations.

The Moon continues its transit of Gemini until 7:06 PM EDT, when it enters Cancer.

The void Moon occurs from 4:37 PM EDT, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a square to Jupiter), until the Moon enters Cancer at 7:06 PM EDT.

Thursday, MAY 5

Early today, the Sun aligns with Uranus in Taurus, stirring change, disruptions, interruptions, new directions, and freedom of movement. Our egos awaken, and we seek new ways to express ourselves. There can be sudden changes in store.

The day advances more smoothly. The Moon is in Cancer, drawing our strong attention to our personal lives, attachments, home, family, and familiar places and faces. Mercury and Venus are heading toward a harmonious sextile, and we communicate with warmth and style. We more readily compromise, negotiate, please, and clarify things. We tend to verbalize or analyze our feelings and relationships with this influence.

Friday, MAY 6

The Moon spends the day in Cancer, and we favor comfort over satisfying our curiosity. We seek familiarity, safety, and quiet. This transit encourages us to center ourselves and let go of overthinking. Home, family, and familiar settings or situations appeal more than usual.

Still, as the day advances, a Sun-Mars sextile comes into play, boosting our desire for action to pursue our passions. It’s an energizing influence, particularly with ambitious or exciting new projects.

Saturday, MAY 7

With today’s Sun-Mars sextile, we want to take the initiative, and we feel we can accomplish a lot. Our sense of rhythm and timing is good. Stress eases as we feel confident about our abilities and our judgment. We are more able to assert ourselves without rubbing people the wrong way. We’re also ready to take on a challenge, and we’re competitive in a natural, unforced way. We can feel energized, particularly about tying up loose ends or dealing with financial matters. It can be a time of resourcefulness when we respond to problems or challenges with spirited and enthusiastic confidence.

The Moon continues its transit of Cancer until 7:50 AM EDT, when it moves into Leo. We seek comfortable, safe, and familiar faces and places until the Moon changes sign, after which we open up to more feedback, attention, and interaction.

The void Moon occurs from 6:26 AM EDT, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a trine to Jupiter), until the Moon enters Leo at 7:50 AM EDT.

Sunday, MAY 8

Today’s Leo Moon wants us to move out of our comfort zones to share ourselves and our creations with others.
This transit is outgoing, competitive, and loving.

This evening, the First Quarter Moon occurs when the Sun in Taurus forms a square with the Moon in Leo. There is a crisis theme surrounding any quarter Moon phase, as we feel compelled to take action. Shortly after, we become aware of how our actions affect those close to us, perhaps through trial and error.

Monday, MAY 9

The Moon continues its transit of Leo until 6:54 PM EDT, and with its opposition to Saturn today, differences in style or opinion can elevate our frustrations and may feel more problematic than usual, blocking progress or leading to delays.

The Virgo Moon from 6:54 PM forward is practical and intelligent. We seek to tie up loose ends and deal with routine matters. This Moon transit draws out our desire to heal, help, and fix. Mercury is heading toward a retrograde station, suggesting some possible misunderstandings or information limbo.

The void Moon occurs from 8:39 AM EDT, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (an opposition to Saturn), until the Moon enters Virgo at 6:54 PM EDT.

Tuesday, MAY 10

The Moon spends the day in intelligent, particular Virgo, and we want to fix problems and manage details.

Mercury stations as it turns retrograde today, however, and this shift can confuse matters temporarily. Mercury’s retrograde lasts until June 3rd, beginning in the sign of Gemini and ending in Taurus. During this cycle, our thinking turns inward as we review and reassess matters.

Mercury retrograde periods can be times of heightened inner awareness–when meditation, journaling, reworking old plans, and reviewing past work are favored more than usual. Minor breaks in the mechanical aspects of communication and transportation can reconnect us to other, possibly more meaningful, means of connecting. The more difficult times are the periods of the shifts themselves (the days surrounding the stations — today and June 3rd), after which we grow more and more accustomed to the motion.

With Mercury retrograde in Gemini until the 22nd, we might look at past decisions and ideas from a new, possibly enlightened perspective. From May 22nd-June 3rd, Mercury is retrograde in Taurus, and we’re getting in touch with our security and comfort needs or reviewing business and financial matters. We look at projects and items in new ways–in terms of value and worth–and may revive a past project. While the shift of direction occurs today, it can be challenging to see matters clearly.

Also today, Jupiter heads into the sign of Aries and will transit the sign in two parts: from May 10th to October 28th, 2022, and then from December 20th, 2022, to May 16th, 2023. This transit encourages us to embrace our enterprising spirit and independence. With Jupiter in Aries, we make our own opportunities, and we thrive when we take the lead, initiate, inspire others, and demonstrate enthusiasm and courage.

Prosperous areas are ones that allow us to head, lead, and innovate. Confidence in ourselves can bring about favorable circumstances or good luck. Faith is strong in our ability to reinvent our lives and confidently move forward. We believe that “life is what you make it,” and we enjoy competition as it pushes us to do better. Our belief in ourselves brings a spirit of the pioneer. We live in the “now” and quickly seize opportunities.

However, we should watch for taking any of these things too far, a me-first attitude that can be insensitive, failing to consider others’ viewpoints and leaving opportunities behind as a result, over-confidence, not learning from past mistakes, and a lack of objectivity.

Mercury now turns retrograde at 4° Gemini 52′.

Mercury is retrograde from May 10, 2022, at 4° Gemini 52′, until June 3, 2022, at 26° Taurus 05′. While Mercucry begins its retrograde in the sign of Gemini, it returns to Taurus on May 22nd.

Mercury Retrograde Cycle from May 10 to June 3, 2022:

Mercury Retrograde May to June 2022

• April 26, 2022, Mercury enters the Retrograde Zone at 26° Taurus 05′
• May 10, 2022, Mercury stations and turns retrograde at 4° Gemini 52’Rx
• June 3, 2022, Mercury stations and turns direct at 26° Taurus 05′
• June 18, 2022, Mercury leaves the Retrograde Zone at 4° Gemini 52′

Mercury Retrograde

The year 2022’s second retrograde Mercury cycle occurs from May 10th to June 3rd. Mercury’s shadow period begins on April 26th and ends on June 18th. Note that the shadow period begins before Mercury turns retrograde–when Mercury first passes over the degree that Mercury later returns to in retrograde motion. The shadow period ends when Mercury again passes over the degree at which it first turned retrograde. The shadow period is different than Mercury’s storm period in astrology, which refers to the period when Mercury is moving especially slowly.

Note that Mercury’s post-retrograde shadow is generally better for new long-term endeavors than the pre-retrogrades shadow. For new enterprises in the pre-retrograde shadow, the venture’s secondary progressed Mercury will turn direction (retrograde) in the coming years, which may not be ideal.

Also note that things are most wonky on and around the days of the stations whether Mercury is turning retrograde OR direct (the start and end dates of the retrograde cycle) as the shifts occur, after which we grow more accustomed to the energy.

Mercury is retrograde approximately three times a year for approximately three weeks each time. As such, retrograde Mercury is a fairly common occurrence (Mercury is retrograde approximately 18% of the time).

As the planet of communication, Mercury retrograde tends to breed a certain level of confusion. Mercury rules our “lower” mind–how we perceive and interpret information that we receive from our environment, and how we relay that information to others. Mercury has rulership over such things as speaking, negotiating, buying and selling, listening, formal contracts, documents, travel, the mail and shipping, and so forth. All of these areas of life are affected when Mercury is functioning in a sluggish state. Decision-making is challenged during Mercury retrograde.

Needless to say, it is not advised to sign contracts, engage in important decision-making, or launch a new business. Delays and challenges are more probable with Mercury retrograde. It’s a time when being careless with money, our personal information, or paperwork can be costly.

While Mercury is retrograde, we may be rethinking a previous opinion or idea. Looking to the signs and houses it transits can give clues as to what we may be reconsidering. In Gemini and Taurus this time, we’re reviewing our projects, personal interests, communication systems, studies, finances, and systems of comfort and security.

Jupiter enters Aries

Jupiter is in Aries

• from May 10, 2022, until October 28, 2022,
• and then from December 20, 2022, until May 16, 2023.

Jupiter in Aries brings opportunities related to initiative, new enterprises, independent ventures, and self-starts.

We attract the most good fortune when we take the lead, initiate, inspire others, and demonstrate enthusiasm and courage. Prosperous areas are ones that allow us to head and lead, and to innovate. Faith in ourselves can bring about positive circumstances or good luck.

Faith in our ability to reinvent our lives and to move forward with confidence in spite of any “failures” or other challenges we may be leaving behind is strong during this cycle. We believe that “life is what you make it.” We enjoy competition as it pushes us to do better. Our belief in ourselves brings a spirit of the pioneer. We live in the “now” and quickly seize opportunities.

Negative manifestations include a too narrow focus, a me-first attitude that can be insensitive, failing to consider others’ points of view and leaving opportunities behind as a result, over-confidence, not learning from past mistakes, and a lack of objectivity.

However, the higher vibration of Jupiter looks for perspective. Jupiter’s perspective isn’t a detached, analytical, or detailed look at any given situation, but an overview–a look at the “big picture”. With Jupiter, ideally, we are able to rise above pettiness, mundane concerns, inconveniences, and the like. Where Jupiter is currently transiting in your own chart is generally where you are inclined to find your joy at this stage in your development.

In Aries, Jupiter urges us to make our own opportunities, to believe in ourselves, and to take charge of our lives.

See also Jupiter transits Aries.

Wednesday, MAY 11

With Jupiter forming a semi-square to Uranus today, we can feel a little restless, wanting to grow, improve, and innovate, but we’re not necessarily focused. We could find it difficult to agree with others, or it’s hard to find common ground. We need to be willing to make changes in our lives now, or change will come in perhaps unwanted forms.

This is a rebellious, restless influence, and we should avoid random moves. It’s best to tap into areas that may need some attention and improvement. We might open ourselves up to new ways of thinking, but we could also too easily avoid taking responsibility for things that truly matter. While watching for impractical ventures and unusual tangents with weak staying power, we should connect with our desire to innovate.

This transit is a minor but longer-term aspect, and it’s the first of three. Jupiter and Uranus will form a semi-square again on September 28th and December 23rd. As such, we can consider it to be in influence for most of the remainder of the year.

The Moon spends the day in Virgo, and the need to get organized can come on strongly. This energy can feel at odds with Mars and Neptune in dreamy Pisces, and we might struggle with it. The Moon in Virgo is adaptable, helpful, and intelligent.

The void Moon occurs from 11:59 PM EDT, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a trine to Pluto), until the Moon enters Libra the next day, Thursday, May 12th, at 2:35 AM EDT.

Thursday, MAY 12

The Moon continues its transit of Virgo only until 2:35 AM EDT when it enters Libra. With the Moon in Libra, we do what we can to harmonize, although we’re more sensitive to imbalances. We’re more likely to seek feedback or someone with whom to share ideas and feelings. We’re idealistic and considerate. It’s a time of the lunar month when we more readily see different sides to a story, which can lead to more indecision than usual.

The Sun is heading into alignment with the True North Node of the Moon, exact early tomorrow, encouraging and perhaps challenging us to grow, improve, and aspire to our goals. The desire for more security and stability can be a strong motivator now.

The Moon is void today until it enters Libra at 2:35 AM EDT.

Friday, MAY 13

The Moon spends the day in Libra, and we’re more concerned than usual with being fair, balanced, and polite. Our relationships can be in high focus. We weigh all perspectives and consider many different possibilities while the Moon is in Libra. For the most part, we’re cooperative and gracious today. Harmonizing is important to us. We aim to be reasonable and rational, and we have more self-control. Counseling and advising can figure strongly.

With the Moon’s trine to Saturn tonight, we appreciate people we know and can count on, and we’re far more patient with others than usual. Family or home improvements might also figure strongly. It’s a supportive, steadying, and clear-headed influence. We can visualize what we want to do, and our sense of form and design is strong.

Saturday, MAY 14

This morning’s Mercury-Mars quintile is especially clever energy for figuring things out and solving problems. Today’s Mars-North Node sextile supports moving forward or taking on a challenge. We can enjoy making connections, or we seek satisfying activities in which to participate. There is a sense that we’re heading in the right direction or that we want to take steps to grow and improve. New opportunities are there if we look for them to help us achieve our desires.

The Moon continues its transit of Libra until 6:35 AM EDT, when it enters Scorpio. We can be particularly concerned with finding a balance or reaching a compromise while the Moon is in Libra, while the Scorpio Moon is wise, observant, and passionate.

The void Moon occurs from 4:08 AM EDT, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a square to Pluto), until the Moon enters Scorpio at 6:35 AM EDT.

Sunday, MAY 15

Venus aligns with Chiron this morning, and it’s a time to express compassion or forgiveness. We may feel drawn to problem areas so that we can repair them. We more readily see the beauty in human weaknesses and the pain of growing, healing, and restoring. It’s a solid time to build trust in relationships and see each other’s potential, although the process might feel challenging in spots.

This afternoon, the Sun forms a square to Saturn and a sextile to Neptune. With this combination, it can be challenging to know where to put our time and energy. It can be all too easy to avoid or deny and accumulate guilt in the process. We should watch for taking on responsibilities that we then regret. Our commitment to others can temporarily interfere with personal comfort levels or relationships. We face obstacles, but this puts us in the position to recognize our ability to overcome them. Ideally, we face reality or the practical side of a situation and assume more responsibility while also attending to our need for imagination. A Lunar Eclipse will occur shortly into the day tomorrow, amping up emotions.

Monday, MAY 16

The Full Moon/Lunar Eclipse occurs today at 12:14 AM EDT in the sign of Scorpio. It’s the third eclipse in an eclipse set occurring along the Taurus-Scorpio sign axis (the first appeared in November 2021, and the last will happen in October 2023).

We can experience symbolic illumination–something that’s been building inside of us releases now. Our emotions heighten, and we’re likely to awaken to our material and emotional needs and our attachments. We should take some time to process our discoveries since this eclipse tends to magnify our issues.

It’s best to watch what we say or put out into the world today since it’s all too easy for things to become exaggerated under this influence.

The Moon moves into optimistic Sagittarius at 7:52 AM EDT, and we seek non-routine, spontaneous experiences.

The void Moon occurs from 5:29 AM EDT, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a sextile to Pluto), until the Moon enters Sagittarius at 7:52 AM EDT.

The Moon is Full in Scorpio on May 16, 2022, at 12:15 AM EDT. This Full Moon is a Total Lunar Eclipse.

Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Scorpio on May 16, 2022

A Full Moon occurs when the Sun in Taurus forms an opposition to the Moon in Scorpio. The Full Moon is a time of culmination and the promise of fulfillment of that which was started at the New Moon. It is an emotional time – a time of romance, fertilization, and relationships.

This phase of the Moon occurs at 25 degrees and 18 minutes of Scorpio, affecting people born with personal planets and points at approximately 20 to 30 degrees of the Fixed signs (Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, and Aquarius) most significantly.

The Taurus-Scorpio polarity deals with the balance between all that is mine (Taurus) and all that is yours (Scorpio). It also emphasizes the concept of form (Taurus) versus transformation (Scorpio). While Taurus deals with matter, personal values, material goods, possessions, and security, Scorpio rules the destruction of form, shared possessions, change, and transformation. The Sun in Taurus encourages happiness with the simple, tangible things in life, while the Scorpio Moon draws our attention to complexities, intangibles, and mysteries.

Neglecting either end of the axis will surely backfire on us. Ideally, a balance should be found between the two energies, and this is what the Full Moon invites us to do. This Full Moon is about emotional declarations. Something has been building inside of us, likely of an intimate nature, and now is the time when the energy of the cosmos fairly demands that we let it out.

Over the coming months, we will discover what this declaration means for us. For now, we can’t sit on our feelings — we need to express them. The Full Moon illuminates this conflict between collecting and sharing.

With the Moon full and bright in the sky, symbolic “illumination” occurs in our own lives. However, these new feelings and revelations are emotional ones, as emotions burst forth into our consciousness. It’s time to express ourselves and to let things out of our systems. Of course, we might want to exercise some care while doing so, knowing that what is coming out of us is new and not particularly rational as yet.

Full Moons are about exposing or illuminating issues that are already there, but that have not yet been dealt with. Where does the Full Moon fall by house in your natal chart? Read more here.

Because this Full Moon is a Total Lunar Eclipse and part of a set of eclipses falling along the Taurus-Scorpio axis (from November 2021 to October 2023), it holds more weight and is one of several cosmic pushes toward understanding and improving your attachments, financial state, and intimate life.

This Lunar Eclipse harmonizes with Mars, Neptune, and Pluto, but forms a square to Saturn. We have conviction and tenacity, and we are willing to make necessary changes, but there can be blockages and obstacles to manage. Read more about eclipses. See also Eclipse Dates: Tables.

Eclipses falling along the Taurus-Scorpio sign axis:

• Partial LUNAR Eclipse 2021 November 19 3:57:17 at 27 Taurus 14
• Partial SOLAR Eclipse 2022 April 30 16:27:54 at 10 Taurus 28
• Total LUNAR Eclipse 2022 May 16 00:13:58 at 25 Scorpio 18
• Partial SOLAR Eclipse 2022 October 25 6:48:30 at 2 Scorpio 00
• Total LUNAR Eclipse 2022 November 8 6:01:57 at 16 Taurus 01
• Penumbral LUNAR Eclipse 2023 May 5 13:33:50 at 14 Scorpio 58
• Partial LUNAR Eclipse 2023 October 28 16:23:49 at 5 Taurus 09

Tuesday, MAY 17

The Moon spends the day in Sagittarius. With this Moon sign, we’re most interested in what’s just, fair, and true. We’re open and generous, and we thrive on good camaraderie. With our great optimism, we don’t allow obstacles to bring us down. We’re not inclined to dwell on the negative, although we can miss much if we overdo this tendency to the point of avoidance.

Retrograde Mercury forms a semi-square to Venus tonight, and our words may not reflect what’s in our hearts. As we try to get the words just right, we could fall short with sensitivity. We may be in two minds about a matter–decisions can be hard to come by. Nevertheless, we’re making an extra effort to cooperate.

We’re also heading toward a Mars-Neptune conjunction, exact early tomorrow–a transit that occurs approximately every two years. With Mars conjunct Neptune in Pisces, we’re seeking inspiration. At the same time, concentrating on practical concerns and affairs may be challenging. We act on our intuition, our fantasies are intense and in the foreground, and our creative impulses are potent.

Either we consciously pull back, or our energy levels lag temporarily under this influence. There is a strong need to release pressure and tension. We may actively seek situations that inspire us or aim to put our fantasies into motion. Creative pursuits that involve physical movement are highly favored and could provide excellent outlets for excess, undirected energy.

This Mars-Neptune influence favors dancing, swimming, acting, magic, photography, arts, and entertainment. There can be much energy building inside of us, but we may not yet know where we want it to take us, or if we do, how to get there!