May looks to be relatively uneventful except for retrograde Mercury. Two planets besides the Sun change signs, otherwise, the heavens appear relatively calm. Events exacerbated by energy of the Uranus Pluto squares will of course continue to manifest their turmoil. However, nothing new there is scheduled.

Full Moon in Scorpio on the 3rd is accompanied by a Mercury opposing Saturn. Undercover secrets could be revealed or responsibilities previously ignored or emerge. New Moon in Taurus on the 18th is accompanied by a stationary retrograde Mercury, an anomaly as New Moons are traditionally a time for beginnings, yet it is unwise to begin something new during retrograde Mercury. Focus on restarting a project or enterprise that didn't work at first.

Mercury Retrograde is an important time to rethink, restore, record, reorganize and so on. If the word begins with re, chances are things will go well. do not for the next three weeks until June 11 initiate action unless necessary or purchase mechanical equipment you don't really need. It is also unwise to buy something because it is a bargain. You may find it isn't a bargain after all, or else that you can't use it as you may have intended to. It is an excellent time to go through and dispose of items in storage or in drawers and closets.

The beginning of the month is energized by the Full Moon on the 3rd. Being in Scorpio it encourages passion and healing. The 4th is a good day to press your luck, however be warned against a potential for excess. The 5th and 6th are fine days to make any needed changes. Venus moves into caring Cancer on the 7th for about a month encouraging visits to parents, hospitality, and real estate transactions. On the 9th Mercury squaring Neptune suggests you carefully examine any communications for accuracy.

On the 11th Mars goes from Taurus to Gemini; the energy in and around   communication is emphasized. Be mindful of a potential for accidents to arms and hands. The 16th is potentially spiritual in effect, the 18th, confusing as Mercury turns retrograde. The Sun goes into Gemini on the 21st, lightening and brightening the energy, though a Venus Pluto opposition overshadows the day making the impact of choices strong.

On the 22nd, Sun opposing Saturn asks for balance. A series of Neptune aspects may make this last week deceptive or confusing. The 23rd Venus square Uranus suggests look before you leap. Mars square Neptune makes for a self deceptive day. Consider all options before acting. The 26th and 27th, bring excellent mental focus, good days for travel. The 28th and 29th suggest listening carefully. Beware of either deliberate or accidental deception, the 30th,emphasizes good communication and the 31st once again, a tendency toward confusion. 

Holidays &  Other Interesting events happening in MAY:
Holidays and Other Cool Events brought to you by Doc Dingley

• Clean Air Month, created by the EPA and other health organizations.
• National Bike Month
• Asian Pacific American Heritage Month A celebration of Asian and Pacific Islanders in the United States. National Arthritis Month (United States).
• National Salsa (sauce) Month, mostly celebrated due to Cinco De Mayo.
• National Barbecue Month, In 1982 when the industry figured it was time to acknowledge that this is the time when 'the season' typically began.
• National Preservation Month, created by the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
• Older Americans Month, Aging to Celebrate Older Americans Month.
• Lightning Strike Awareness Month (United States).
• Jewish American Heritage Month (United States).
• May is traditionally devoted to the Blessed Virgin Mary in Roman Catholic traditions. May crowning occurs in some locales at the beginning of the month.
• In New Zealand May is the New Zealand Music Month.

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