Gemini in May 2008

gemini the twins

22 may -- 22 june

gemini in may

Hi Gemini! In April, I promised you a great month of May, and you should get it, too... with a few caveats.

You knew there’d be caveats, didn’t you?

First of all, your ruling planet Mercury moves into Gemini early in the month. You’ll do what you do best—talk, listen, think, move information from here to there, charm the dickens out of just about anyone—even better.

You’re in fine Gemini form, and that’s a compliment. Enjoy yourself.

Use it to the fullest before the week of the 26th. Mercury goes retrograde in your sign on that day, and you know what that means. You won’t have your usual glib control over the information in your sphere, nor will your mental processes work quite as smoothly. Computer glitches can occur, as can scheduling problems.

To make it worse, toss in a lingering square from said Mercury to Uranus in Pisces. Mercury will reach the degree of the square, hover, then pirouette over this same irritating point for nearly three weeks.

The forecast includes heavy sarcasm, extreme bluntness, and abundant sharp retorts. This influence also indicates nervous mental tension and anxiety; do whatever you need to do to stay calm. Startling, unpredictable news could reach you, too, about what I don’t know-- if it were predictable, it wouldn’t be Mercury-Uranus, now would it?

The effect lasts from mid-month well into June. These squares usually pass quickly, but this one is prolonged due to the retrograde; try to keep it in mind when the unexpected news drops into your lap.

And now: Venus and the Sun to the rescue! Both of these happy planets move into your sign in the last week of May. Venus in your sign lends you an aura of sex appeal and social charm, while the Sun boosts your vitality. Early Gemini birthdays get the benefit first. June-borns will certainly feel the effects, but won’t get the full helping until next month.

All in all, that great month I promised you looks ready to roll. Just keep repeating the mantra: “It’s only my Mercury squared with Uranus.”

Don’t repeat it in mixed company, though.

Good Things: Mars moves out of Cancer. Mars hates Cancer, and you’ll be much happier with him in Leo. You’re able to say what’s on your mind without worrying so much about other people’s feelings...a good thing, but do watch for pent-up verbal aggression.

Sex Life: By the end of the month and into June, they’re eating out of the palm of your hand. You’re feeling more direct and confident, which will improve your love life all around.