MAY 2007 Astrology Forecast
Expect the Unexpected...
by Eileen Nauman
Copyright Eileen Nauman 2007
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From a numerological perspective, May is a ‘5’ month. According to Karen David, world renown numerologist, the ‘5’ energy has a Uranus element to it. Surprise, changes, being flexible, revolution, rebellion, multitasking, will be asked of all of us. Since this is a Uranus number, there can be a lot of stress and tension this month, as well. Shock and drama will certainly play out this month and Congress and President Bush will be doing their dance with one another in this realm.
A ‘5’ energy for the month also will rule over: Travel-oriented populace and you’ll se a lot of people fleeing from the cities to go on vacation come Memorial Day weekend. This is also about trendsetters and people who start up something new, provocative or inventive. Innovation will unveil itself this month, so look for a lot of new gadgets on the market--whether you need them or not. This is a month with a lot of glamor, flash and stars. The ‘5’ energy also rules over: Curiosity. Sense oriented. Gypsy at heart. Learning proper use of personal freedom, freedom-oriented. Learns through experience. Communication. Clever wit. Biting sarcasm. Sliver coated tongue can turn to a blade of steel . Can't stand being hemmed in. Flexibility. Magnetic personality. Magnet drawing opposite sex. Adventurous. Expect the unexpected. Shocking. Lighting bolt. Burnout. Drifter. Impulsive. Self-centered. Jealous of other's successes. Bored easily. May is going to be a self-made, self-starter month. For those who like taking risks or need to take one, then May is the month to do it in.
From an astrological perspective, we have May day on the 1st. With the Moon in Scorpio, and a nice sextile to Pluto, this ought to be a fantastic day for celebration, play, provocative behavior and just plain fun.
The Full Moon occurs at 11 Scorpio 38 on May 2nd--Taurus and Scorpio people are in the spotlight this time. This is a mixed blessing because there are plenty of squares, oppositions with a sprinkling of trines. Most important, the Sun is conjunct Mercury on this day, so communications takes precedence. Be looking to hear from friends or loved ones on this day. News is coming your way! The deep seriousness and intensity of Scorpio will be felt by all. There’s a lot of fester and foaming beneath the surface that will certainly reveal itself today. Road ragers are going to be on the highways, so be careful driving.
A Full Moon always means everyone’s emotions are being worn on their sleeve and people are going to have a tendency to ‘pop off’ and explode. It’s tough to take things in stride when the drama kings and queens are out strutting their stuff. Some emotions, however, need to be release because people may tend to hold on to them for too long. The Full Moon enables us to release this backlog and ‘get it off our chest.’ And whatever discharges now is going to be some very old stuff from years or decades ago because the sign Scorpio always deals with deep, dark secrets and hates to let go of them. But, on a Full Moon, even Scorpio will let things fly. Better out than in. A Scorpio Full Moon always reminds me of a wound we have that is filled with pus, is red, swollen and infected. Under this sign, the whole thing blows open, spews out its poison so that we can then clean it out, clean it up and get on with the healing process. Nobody said Scorpio is pretty or timely; but the sign and energy does get the job done.
On May 8th, pleasure queen Venus moves into homey and patriotic Cancer at this time. Look for people wanting gourmet food and enjoying the individual tastes and textures the rest of the month. Also, it is a time to remember our family, love them and be with them, if possible, under this combination.
On May 9th is the Last Quarter phase of the Moon at 19 Aquarius. Leo and Aquarian people get the opportunity to wrap up a lot of loose ends and put some project to ‘bed’ and finish it off. That will be a nice feeling to walk away from something that may have taken a long time to complete. This day, though, has Moon opposite Saturn, and this is never a happy time. Saturn always makes us aware of where our responsibilities lie and what we should be doing instead of what we want to do. So, this is a somber day at best. For some, there may be some depression along with the day. For others, just more work, more responsibility, and more of being a workhorse in a harness. Saturn always gets its dues.
On May 11th, zippy communicator Mercury zooms into Gemini, it’s ‘home’ sign. All Gemini’s can look for a super abundance of communication to suddenly avalanche down upon them on this day forward for the next three weeks; it’s going to get exciting and busy. But then, Gemini’s are the super multi-taskers of the zodiac so you will love this hectic, electric energy and revel in it! Also, it’s a sign that Gemini’s are off on a trip; short or long--you’ll have lots of fun!
Mother’s Day is on May 13th. There is a mixed bag of aspects, but mostly good. The only fly in the ointment is ornery Mars squaring control artist, Pluto. Be careful that you don’t get into some kind of political argument with your mother or father at this time. Let sleeping dogs lie. And Moon is square Venus. Not all family gatherings are necessarily wonderful and they may not be on this day. Try to watch your mouth and avoid bickering if possible. If you can do this, Moon is sextile Mercury which shows a short trip to visit Mom is in the offing, and Moon conjuncts Jupiter late in the day, bringing an “all’s well that ends well” to this day when we honor our Mom.
On May 15th, Mars roars into Aries, it’s ‘home’ sign; so everyone will feel a bump up of high energy. A lot of people will want to get out and back to Nature right now. Take a hike. Plant a garden! Go on a short jaunt to the mountains or the beach. Whatever you do, try to get out in the sun and fresh air to enjoy physical Mars at its finest. Aries people, in the meantime, are going to feel a huge boost to their careers, their personal life and energy in general with Mars back in their sign. Libra also will get a lot of ‘spin’ off Mars as well. Both signs are going to be moving fast, making a lot of decisions and multitasking easily through many things with ease. This is a time of grabbing the ram by the horns and moving with any project you have. Pitch your idea; it will be welcomed.
On May 16th we get to start a whole new monthly cycle with the New Moon 25 Taurus. Of note, Taurus and Scorpio people will shine under this phase. New seeds will be planted, for sure. There may be a new idea that is born out of a lot of work today. And the aspects for the day are more benefic than irritating, so this is good news. Expect the day to be full of surprises with Moon sextile Uranus. There’s going to be some teeth gnashing with Moon square Saturn and then Neptune, but be responsible and put up your boundaries and you’ll be fine. In the afternoon, things kick into high gear with Moon sextile Mars for the rest of the day and evening; and this is high energy, super vitality, passion, excitement, purpose and goals being grabbed and run with.
On May 21st, the Sun moves into Gemini for the next month. All Gemini’s are going to feel a super boost of energy. This is your time to shine. Everything you touch will turn to gold. Just don’t get too many projects going--complete what you start and this month will be a door opener in a very successful and positive way for the rest of the year.
On May 23rd the First Quarter phase of the moon occurs at 2 Virgo, so Virgo and Pisces people are feeling that whatever they’ve been working on in the past, recently, they are seeing progress in their applications. This phase is always about looking back on what you’ve done and if it needs tweaking, this is the time to do it.
On May 24th, Neptune, the planet of confusion, goes retrograde at 22 Aquarius (see attending article on medicinegarden.com). For the two weeks in the shadow period before it turns retrograde (May 10 through the 23rd), there’s a lot of ambiguity, liars, fraud, shell game kind of people out there. Politicians shine under this planet and so you may see some real drama and yielding of lies being found out and coming to light during this time, as well. For others, it can mean a spiritual breakthrough which will be highly meaningful to them and their life and how they see the world around them.
On May 28th, Mercury, God of Communication and Travel, now moves into soft Cancer. This is about traveling with your family and what better time with Memorial Day right now?
On May 31st we get a BLUE MOON. This is a fascinating phenomena. We have 13 moons in our 12-month year (I think we ought to have 13 months, frankly, to fit the 13 moons that occur). A blue moon is when there is a second full moon in the same month. And so, as if May isn’t exciting enough with ‘5’ energy leaping around, we get another Full Moon at 10 Sagittarius. This means that Gemini and Sagittarian folks are going to be on the griddle and a lot of excitement is about to enter their life the week leading up to this Blue Moon. Luckily, this one is only good aspects, so the week leading up to it should yield out some fantastically fun, wonderful, pleasurable times for everyone. And of course, we have Memorial Day on May 28th, so who isn’t going to be happy going on vacation and escaping the dreaded office? This Blue Moon will add pizzaz, adventurousness and risk taking of a fun sort to the mix. With a Moon trine Mars, you can bet Americans are going to take off in droves in their cars (Mars rules engines of all sorts). Further, there’s a lot of clean, creative energy with this aspect on this day; so look for good news if you are in a creative job of any type.
KEYWORDS for May: emotional, feelings, risk takers, intuitiveness, creativeness, drama kings, drama queens, shock, trauma, excitement, revolution, rebellion and independence
BEST DAYS: 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 13, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29, 31
WORST DAYS: 2, 9, 11, 12, 16, 19, 25, 30
THE TENOR OF THE YEAR: An Overview of 2007
2007 in numerological terms is 2+0+0+7 = 9. This is a "9" year coming up and the twelve months within it are going to test us all on some level. Why? Because a "9" energy is about tying up loose ends and finishing unfinished business. Iraq certainly qualifies. Bush has put us into a war that should never have been and now, extrication is going to occur much slower than we want. And lives will continue to be lost. And for what? The twisted, distorted and warped idea of Bush? What ashamed. There were those of us who protested from the first that we should not go into Iraq. Now, six years later, we are being shown we were right to protest and try to stop Bush and his hawks who wanted another Vietnam all over again. And interestingly enough, the same crew that was around during the Vietnam war were the same ones who triggered this one. Bush hid in the reserves in the USA so he didn't have to go to Vietnam. Too bad. If he had, he'd have thought twice about going into Iraq. What irony. With a "9" energy this is going to become a test of wills and whoever has the stronger one is going to get their way. One hopes the Democratic Congress gets a big set of cajones and gets the job done and gets our brave men and women out of Iraq and stop the needless, senseless loss of life.
On a more personal front, we are all going to be finishing up tasks that have been ongoing perhaps for months or years. This is the year where it will be put to bed and to rest--finally. It will require patience and if you don't have much, you'll certainly get more as this year rubs off against you.
And, "9" energy always means delays. So, expect them. Whether that means going to work, flying on a plane (foolhardy as it is), across town, across the nation or the world. Delays are going to be rampant.
On the high side of this number expression, it means we're trying desperately to reach into our hearts and to express ourselves through our heart--not our lower chakras where it's too easy to succumb to our lower desires and addictions. Compassion, human caring and being aware of the human condition will take front and center this year. Whether it hits home in your own family where you must become a caretaker for a parent or see the plight of uneducated children in the US or other countries, this is the time to volunteer to help. Or, at least be supportive when and where you can, if possible. This is a year of forgiveness not only of yourself, but forgiving others as well. And if you can't forgive them, at least start with yourself and Time will take care of the rest. At it's highest, unconditional love will be spread like fairy dust upon the globe. Many who have been striving nonstop to be heart-centered will finally receive that gift from Spirit. One that is well earned through constant, tireless, hard work and effort.
The tests and initiations in a "9" year are the most difficult to attain. And we will all be tested personally. The tests will come out of our relationships, our business partners or people we work with and the stranger on the corner, as well. In some ways, this is a year of constipation where everything moves more slowly than usual. And if you're impatient by nature you are going to bridle over the sluggish, almost blocked (seemingly) energy around you. Just know that these delays or slow downs are there for a reason.
A "9" energy is the culmination of the other eight numbers before it. Anything not learned in the last eight years will be served to us on a silver platter this year to work through and come to terms with. It is never easy nor is it usually painless, although I wish it were. We seem to be a species that doesn't learn when things are easy and soft. Only when pain is applied, to we change, throw out things that have outlived their usefulness and let go. Then, we grow, transform and mature (usually). And those that don't go through this process dig more deeply into hiding through their drugs and alcohol addictions, or try to escape by running away from whatever responsibility they are supposed to take on and assume. This is also a time of a higher suicide rate than normal because the pain may seem too great and people just opt out, instead.
On another energetic playing field, this year is asking us to be broad mined, not narrow minded. Idealism will take root more than before. And humanitarian giving is going to be stressed. This is a time of creativity as well, whether it means that you are finally going back to a hobby you once had but left because you were too busy, or new talent within you is going to take root and grow. If you've always wanted to paint, but didn't, this is the year to pursue that desire. Whether it is learning how to write a song, write a book, learn to paint, draw or play an instrument, go for it.
Volunteerism, an offshoot of compassion and humanitarian offering, is going to be strong and supported. Look to see how you can be of service to others in your own community. Perhaps you work behind the lines of a food kitchen, or help serve the poor during the holidays. The energy in the air is about knowing you are part of something greater and that we are all related and connected. It cannot be stressed enough that whatever you give out, you are going to get back tenfold by your thoughtful, unselfishness.
Think about being a mentor in your home town. You don't have to look far to be of service to others. Your knowledge can be helpful to those who are young and seeking help, guidance and support. Or become a Big Brother or Big Sister. Maybe spend an hour a week at a retirement or nursing home reading to those whose eyes can no longer do that. When you stop and think about these little things that can mean so much, I'm sure you will know how to serve.
There is going to be new seeds of friendliness and kindness spread across the world. So much of the nastiness, the selfishness, the lying done by so many, are no longer going to be acceptable. The "9" energy can bring back solid morals and values as no other number can. People are going to start seeing and 'getting' the broader picture of Life. Everyone's vision is going to stop revolving narcissistically around them and they are going to look around and understand their choices DO affect others. And so, we may well see a welcomed change in behavior from people and it's long over due.
Metaphysics or the paranormal realm is going to be even stronger in 2007 than before. In the writing and publishing arena, vampire books and anything on the paranormal is 'hot' but it hasn't crested yet. You will see even more books on the invisible realms and some very thoughtful, life-changing books from the non-fiction sector about spirit and living a spiritually fulfilling life.
Religion is going to continue to take thumping from those few who think we should all be like them. The "9" year offers a 'live and let live' attitude and respecting everyone's own unique belief system instead of trying to burn them at the stake for it as the religious right has done since 2000. Polygamy and Warren Jeff's are going to finally be going to court and they will judged. Religious males who have more power than most, will take their falls this year as they did in 2008. The Catholic church has been taken to task that many of their priests who are sexual predators in disguise and this will continue to pursued until justice on a higher level is served and the victims get well deserved remuneration.
There can be drama kings and queens this year that pop up from time to time. That is a poor use of "9" energy, but it is there and may well express itself. Bush is a certified drama king and I dare say we'll see more of histrionics and antics this year as the US voters demand he get out of Iraq. His tirades and hissy fits will continue. One hopes without too many taking him seriously.
There are going to be international as well as national social movements take root in the "9" year. This may be a particular philosophy or focus on some humanitarian efforts.
Be aware that if you hold a grudge or want 'pay back' or desire revenge that this is not the year to try it. A "9" year asks us to release whatever happened to us and hand it over in surrender and with FAITH to a higher source who will handle it, instead. We all get into situations where we do the right thing, but our dark twin would love to get even or do something to fight back. 2007 is not the year to go there. Instead, the higher energy of this number asks us to release it. Completely. To step back and step away from it. Let it go. And let the Creator take over and do what should be done. We cannot judge. If we go there, we are no better than before. This "9" energy is about FAITH and developing our faith so that we can let revenge slide and dissolve.
If you are holding on to a situation, a person, place or thing in this year--you can't have it. You're going to have to release it. Because, if you try to be a control freak about it, the opposite will occur. If you know you should move but you refuse too for any number of reasons, your house may be destroyed in a fire, a flood, a hurricane or tornado to force you to move. That is the kind of energy that is around, so don't fight it any longer. Just move on. And have faith that as you move, one door closes but because of your courage and blind faith, another door will open at your new abode or job. Faith and courage are huge in 2007. We need a lot of both. And they are there for us if we only surrender over to a higher power and ask for the help. We will get the support and help that we need--always. Those who move on this blind faith knowing will be richly rewarded in 2007. Those who do not are going to get ashes and a lump of coal in their stocking. As always, the choice is ours. We do have free will choice and if we don't always make a decision for the higher, greater good of ourselves and others, we are going to get a cosmic spanking we aren't soon to forget.
A good ending thought about what a "9" year is all about is: "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you." If you can live your life by the Golden Rule for 2007, you are going to be enriched on every level by the end of this year. Guaranteed.
And if you do not, then you will think this has been one of the most nightmare-like years of the last nine you've had to live through. For me, it's an easy choice: take the heart path, take compassion and be a humanitarian, be kind, grateful, gracious and thankful. These are all "9" attributes of the highest kind. The Cosmos doesn't demand perfection from us--only that we TRY to live up to these spiritual ideals on a daily basis the best we can. And everyone can do that.