astral meanders 5-11 May 2010

In General: Mercury is still retrograde now, so continue to plan for delays and misunderstandings of all sorts. Just breathe and slow down, and sanity will follow in the end. During the 6th to the 8th Venus in Gemini sextiles Mars and new ideas can be spawned. Long discussions and lots of philosophical debates should transpire! It is a fine time for social events, artistic hobbies, romance, and enjoyment of life in general. Venus semi-squares Mercury on May 9th suggesting that interactions between lovers can be shallow and unproductive, and perhaps best avoided if at all possible! Should be celebrating a birthday this week then it’s likely that the year ahead will be one of heightened creativity and personal fulfillment! On the world scene it’s a week for social gatherings and brilliant new ideas. Locally, do not expect to have a good deep and meaningful with your partner instead keep things light and witty!

Thought for the week: So divinely is the world organized that every one of us, in our place and time, is in balance with everything else. Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1749 - 1832)

Aries
March 21- April 20
Towards the week’s end you will be starting to reap the rewards of past efforts and everything will finally seem to be settling in its proper place. You will start to realise just how important it is to remain uniquely you and not let outside influences push you away from your personal truth. Exalt your individuality.

Taurus
April 21-May 21
The 5th can be a difficult and perhaps conflicting day but don’t dwell on it as the rest of the week looks bright and creative. You are plagued by missed communications and muddled interactions so you may not have the whole picture most of the time! Just let it go and trust the process. Focus on your creativity instead!

Gemini
May 22-June 21
You should get into all that lovely social energy this week as it is right up your alley. Let go of past issues and just allow yourself to enjoy life. Mercury is however, still playing his tricks on you and delays, minor mishaps and technological breakdowns will continue to plague you! Make friends and fun more important and this will pass.

Cancer
June 22- July 23
You may need to deal with a financial matter that has been around for a while this week! Do not worry it will all be ok but there is a chance you will allow it to get to you. Breath and smile and trust. Spending time with friends is highly favoured as is working with groups so try to put your focus there instead.

Leo
July 24- August 23
You may need to think before you speak this week as there is a tendency to say too much to harshly! Others will put you on the spot, to be sure, but how you react is the key to a peaceful solution. Most of the issues that come up now are less important than they seem at the time so keep your balance.

Virgo
August 24- September 23
It’s a super week for spending quiet time alone and for putting yourself first for a change! You should be feeling a little less stressed than of late and relationships should be easier to navigate. Career wise it looks as if things are getting a little easier too. Enjoy this time and make the most of looking after yourself.

Libra
September 24- October 23
You are aware that you need to get practical and organised this week. It is very wise to do so now and it is less stressful than usual to do as you have the support of a loved one. Finances can seem to be going around in circles and you may need to do a bit of tweaking here too. Lots of social events this week also.

Scorpio
October 24-November 22
It would be a good idea to practice a little more tact than usual this week, especially when it comes to a loved one! Overall things should be getting better and more fulfilling but getting the balance right in your lifer is still on your mind. Learn from the past and those older than you for the best results.

Sagittarius
November 23- December 21
May 8th-9th is particularly good for you guys to get organised and take care of the greater demands of work and home. You are in the final leg of a difficult period and soon things will start to take a very positive turn. Discipline and prioritising are essential at the moment as it is also very easy to get distracted and scatter your energies.

Capricorn
December 22- January20
You are still needing a little patience in general as things you would like to manifest in your life are slow in their arrival. They are, rest assured, on their way and you will be surprised at the gains you have made so far this year, but right now all you have is faith in the process. Be wary of obsessing.

Aquarius
January 21- February 19
It‘s an opportune week for enjoying home and family and being kind to yourself. Sharing with those you love is very special at this time. It’s also a good week to be heard and as such is an opportune time for putting your ideas and plans forward. You may find the rest of the month a bit chaotic so use this week wisely.

Pisces
February 20 March 20
You might need to put in a little bit more effort when it comes to friends and those you love this week. Reconnect with old friends and call family members you have lost touch with. Things can be a tad slow overall but this is not a time for action anyway, the energy is far more conducive to planning and preparation.

Astral Peeks: what’s up in the sky this month...southern hemisphere?
Mysterious Mercury is at its highest above the eastern horizon before dawn this month. On the morning of the 12th the last glimpses of the slim crescent Moon might be seen near Mercury. A few days later, on the evening of the 16th the new crescent Moon sits extremely close to Venus. Just after midnight on May 7th observers from the southern suburbs of Melbourne, Geelong and the Mornington Peninsula will be able to see an asteroid pass directly in front of a star in the constellation Libra, causing it to fade for 4.8 seconds. This will be observable with binoculars or a small telescope. On the 18th the Moon sits above twin stars Castor and Pollux (Gemini). On the 20th the Moon is next to Mars. Somewhat further away is Regulus (Leo). Mars is visible in the early evening throughout the month, but it is starting to fade and set earlier. Jupiter dominates the predawn skies, getting higher in the east just as Saturn sets in the west some hours after midnight. In the mornings of the 9th and 10th the Moon is near Jupiter. Saturn is still perceptible through the first half of the night, setting after midnight throughout the month. On the 22nd and 23rd the Moon passes Saturn.