ASTROLOGY FORECAST
(May 1 - 8)
5/1 - May 1st is the second cross-quarter day of the year and the traditional fires of Beltane are lit in the Druid/Celtic traditions. Astrologer, Cal Garrison, on page 82 of the May 2025 issue of the Sedona Journal states very poetically, “ In the wheel of the year, the Beltane cross-quarter marks a stage in that sequence when the seed atom that ignited back at the winter solstice has traveled all the way from the heart of God to meet itself in the third dimension. It's physical manifestation is forged in the heat of the Beltane fires that light up on May 1. On Beltane Eve, otherwise known as the Great Rite, “ the two become the one.” What is birthed by that, along with whatever is meant to be, becomes whole and complete within itself by the end of the month, on or near the day that the fixed star Sirius descends below the horizon.”
May is a lovely, fertile time in the northern hemisphere where 90% of the Earth's population lives. Our Sun and solar system revolve around Sirius A and B, so the weeks leading up to the months when Sirius dips behind the Sun are thought to be potent and important.
TWO ASPECT FORMATIONS ARE IN PLAY THROUGHOUT ALL OF MAY -
URANUS sextile the MOON'S NORTH NODE:
This aspect stays in effect until mid-June. A SEXTILE is when two elements are 60° apart. It can be thought of as creating a positive opportunity - when action is applied.
The North Node holds space for the things we hope to accomplish in this lifetime and soul growth we wish to achieve. Uranus helps us get out of ruts and/or change steadfast beliefs that may no longer serve us well. Uranus tends to lean toward sudden developments that can be disruptive. This can be mitigated somewhat by voluntarily making a shift that we sense will be helpful - before we are forced into it.
I will add this caveat. Do not feel that you are required to complete any adjustments by mid-June. It is enough to begin the changes with a symbolic action to accompany the switch in beliefs.
This aspect seems especially suited to this year with so many planets changing signs. There are constant changes that this sextile will help us adjust to and implement.
JUPITER forms a T-square with the MOON'S NODES:
This aspect lasts 6 weeks. A T-square is considered challenging at first glance, but they require more scrutiny to get the detailed energy. In this case, the Moon's nodes are opposite each other in a continuous effort to balance gifts and challenges you came in with, the South Node, with what you hope to achieve, North Node. Now, the T-square forms an isosceles triangle in the sky, stretched across half of the zodiac wheel. The planet that is at the apex, forming squares to the other two, is the focal planet. This is the energy that drives the T- square. We are fortunate that this happens to be JUPITER.
T-squares have these characteristics:
*Potential for growth and transformation
*Driving force and aspirations
*Self awareness
*Ability to resolve tension
It is a real benefit to have JUPITER be the planet giving all this assistance toward the soul growth governed by the Moon's nodes. It is considered our most lucky, benevolent planet. Jupiter's placement in Gemini adds great intellect. Normally there can be a somewhat scattered quality, but by being the focal planet in this T-square there is much discipline and drive available to draw upon.
So what does this mean and what might it look like? The changes you will feel compelled to explore and, perhaps, implement will make sense to your mind. Your inner voice will understand why you are taking these actions you may choose. It may feel much more decisive - minus all the usual mind noise.
5/4 - PLUTO stations retrograde in Aquarius until 10/13/25. Pluto has been in Aquarius since November, 2024. It was the first in a very rapid succession of outer planets to change zodiac signs in a very short 8 months. Pluto will review, analyze, and adjust if needed,, all the new Aquarian traits for the next 5 months.
PLUTO in Aquarius will bring shifts in power dynamics toward the masses, and great transformation, but during the retrograde intervals, this will tend to be more subtle and internal.
Individuals may be assisted in the release of deep seated belief patterns. They may experience true self expression. Their authentic self may be able to emerge more fully.
Globally there are ongoing power struggles that include; governments, economic models, military conflicts, cultural norms, technological advances - and in all of these cases - who controls them and who will benefit.
During PLUTO'S retrograde there will be a steady march toward Aquarian values that insist that everyone must benefit. Power to the people will be the slow, but relentless drive. This is a paradigm shift from previous ages. This retrograde can help to smooth things out a bit if we are willing to allow it. May grace be with us all.
ASTROLOGY FORECAST
(May 9 - 16)
5/10 - MERCURY is going to occupy 3 zodiac signs in May. It begins in Aries where it is very dynamic. Mental processes are quick and decisive with significant drive toward action. When our communications planet moves into Taurus it takes on a much slower, steadier demeanor. Thinking concentrates on practicality. Topics of interest are material things and financial concerns. Then it ends May in its best placement in Gemini, the sign that it rules. Mercury is more comfortable in Aries, where it begins May, and Gemini where it ends.
When our communications planet moves into Taurus on May 10th, it takes on a much slower, steadier demeanor. Our thinking concentrates on material needs and financial issues. Taurus may lean toward the stubborn side, but it can absolutely be counted on to stick around until the end. Therefore, the MERCURY transit can be your resting space where you take a mental break from the bustle of Aries and Gemini. In Taurus you can quietly plan, perhaps journal, and germinate ideas. Since it is Spring and is in the early stages of a new trip around the zodiac wheel, you may wish to seek fresh ideas and/or new ways of implementing old patterns. The areas of influence while in Taurus’ domain are; finances, material possessions, relationship to the Earth and how it sustains you, and love of beauty that focuses on quality rather than quantity.
5/12 - FULL MOON in Scorpio at 12:56pm EST. I will say in a word - POWERFUL! There are multiple advanced aspects, and several feminine dynamics at play this day. The chart is so busy that you may get dizzy looking at it! Let's take them one at a time.
(3) T-SQUARE FORMATIONS:
I covered one of these last week. I am not going to go over the other two in detail as it will likely cause information overload. Just suffice it to say that they are providing ample opportunity across the zodiac wheel for advancement and self understanding for many astrological signs. As stated before, T-squares can be tense but contain the possibility for great advancement. It is enough to know that assistance will probably be nudging you to act. Even a small symbolic act can move mountains. What is the focal point? Considering that there are 3 T-squares, and each one stretches across half of the sky,, the entire field of possible applications is in play. Therefore, for each of you, it will likely be something you have been working on, or at least contemplating, for a while now.
BUCKET FORMATION:
The FULL MOON is conjunct asteroid JUNO in Scorpio. The bulk of the rest of the planets are together on the opposite side of the wheel in what is called a bucket. The Moon and Vesta as the handle indicate the goal, or direction of the energies. The placement in Scorpio indicates great feminine passion. feeling, and devotion. Added to this feminine power is the fact that two other energies are present to complete a stellium in Scorpio. We discussed them before - VESTA and LILITH. This is a formidable amount of feminine influence in strong, passionate Scorpio during an already passionate Full Moon.
KITE FORMATION :
The FULL MOON conjunct JUNO forms the tail, or guiding rudder of the kite. The SUN conjunct URANUS is at the apex, with asteroid PANACEA and CERES at the corners. Kites help bring out your best talents and latent abilities. They are magical aspects full of possibilities. There have been a plethora of occurrences in the past year of what used to be an uncommon formation.
MYSTIC RECTANGLE:
Last but not least is a large rectangle where there are 8 bodies in play because every corner has two conjunct planets, points, or asteroids;
*Saturn conjunct Ceres in Aries
*Sun conjunct Uranus in Taurus
*Angel conjunct the South Node in Virgo
*Moon conjunct Juno in Scorpio
The Mystic Rectangle can give us a strong foundation. There are ample talents present that can help ease tensions and achieve inner balance. This can affect individuals as well as entire populations.
This FULL MOON is formidable, to say the least, in a year of many planetary changes. It is a guiding light this month to help us in our efforts to navigate this ever shifting astrological time. You may look forward to two nights of what will appear to be a nearly Full Moon, the 11th and 12th. That happens when the Moon reaches exact fullness during the daylight hours as it does this month.
5/16 - Dwarf planet CERES moves into Aries until April of 2026 - an 11 month transit. This placement takes the nurturing nature of CERES into an individualistic expression. It will indicate how you may best nurture yourself. When mothering and caring for others, this sign will tend toward a “ you can do it” kind of support. CERES in Aries is another placement that will help you take that first step toward your first, best destiny.
May you find courage and grace along the path.
