Transformational
Astrology
May and June 2008 By Diane Samsel
ay 2: Mercury enters Gemini; Saturn stations Direct.
Ideas and language are fueled by a fiery, romantic
Mblend of energies. A tone of assertive caring can offset
an edge of ruthlessness in your communication. Decisions
involving plans from mid-December come up for review.
endeavors, these ideas can deliver. A bright idea could save theEmbrace a new project and be willing to share the power.
day. Use tact in relationships; someone will bristle at beingMay 5: New Moon. Have a good laugh today; it will scatter
told what to do. the affect of moodiness related to loss and of recent stresses
June 10: First Quarter Moon. Emotional thinking, com-that may have led some of us to the breaking point. A brilliant
bined with insights and an all-around incisive mind-set, workray of sunshine arrives to boost confidence and promise ful-
to pull all the parts together. fillment.
June 14: Pluto in Sagittarius. A conflict could arise betweenMay 9: Jupiter retrograde; Mars enters Leo. A terrific
those who hold information and those who deliver all the rightopportunity arose when Jupiter turned direct on August 6.
words with great wit and flair. A need to control dominates thisThere’s an intense desire to break out of the mold. Setting the
stand-off. Acknowledging what each side brings to the tableright goals will channel excess emotional energy and assure
disarms tension and promises a solution.success. Get back to basics. The written word carries authori-
June 18: Full Moon and Venus enters Cancer. Old struc-ty and protects self-interests. Courageous actions are justified
tures collapse releasing energy to create new ones. Grace canand based on sound principles.
be brought to power today by embracing something thatMay 11: First Quarter Moon. An opportunity for a major
excites you. Harness this force and set into motion far-reach-change that promises great success comes today. The energies
ing plans. of ideals, glamour and dreams can lead to action. Beware of
June 19: Mercury goes Direct. Projects need to be re-living in a dream world; advice from a level-headed partner
thought. A sudden emotional resolution changes your perspec-will keep you grounded.
tive. Shrewdness enters the equation; making things happenMay 19: Full Moon. You could get caught in the crosshairs
becomes a priority.of a conflict over goals. Someone might be out of their com-
June 20: Summer Solstice; Sun enters Cancer. On the onefort zone. The ability to see the divine humor at play in every-
hand, you need security and the comforts of keeping things thething eases tensions.
same. On the other hand, you are ready to launch an innovativeMay 20: Sun enters Gemini. There’s plenty of energy and
product you’ve put your heart and dreams into. Such is thespirit today to address problems. It’s great day to set intentions
process of change in our lives. Being comfortable with bothto bring dreams into reality.
aspects of yourself will help resolve the conflict.May 24: Venus enters Gemini. Underlying fears of aban-
June 26: Third Quarter Moon; Uranus Retrograde. Thedonment flame out-of-control flirty behavior. Owning and
part of you that runs the show has been cautious during the pastthen calmly expressing your emotions establishes solid con-
four months of Uranus Direct. Frustrations have been building,nection in relationships.
and now’s the time to unleash pent-up feelings; freedom isMay 26: Mercury and Neptune retrograde. If you’ve been
calling! Actions team up with spirit and point you in the righthelping others a lot, now is the time to review your patterns of
direction.self-sacrifice. It could be time to focus more on your personal
growth and development. Personal guides can provide inspira- About the author: Diane Samsel is a true
tion for the road ahead. Renaissance woman. Her creative passion
May 27: Third Quarter Moon. Idealism conflicts with reali- —shaped by brilliant mentors including
ty in group endeavors. Elect a clever spokesperson for each side medicine man Chief Two Trees, astrologer
and listen to each perspective. Actions taken now will reap Noel Tyl and artist/former husband Lewis
rewards later once you hitch all this energy to a common goal. Baltz—illuminates her work as a talented
June 3: New Moon. Impulsiveness and provocation are astrologer, animal communicator and artist.
likely to flavor thoughts and words. Channeled into creative Contact Samsel at 828.859.5912.
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