Through the looking glass

May 2010 - starts off slow, gets busy in the middle and launches us all into a glimpse of the future by the end.

Starts off slow:
As of today, we are out of the exact opposition of Saturn and Uranus. This transit will still be in effect through most of the month and plays a significant role this summer. As a reminder, the energies associated with this opposition are a polarization of rules and freedom. We can start feeling an attraction to rules that outshines reason or a rebellious embracing of freedom that leaves the structure of our lives appearing meaningless. One way to use this energy is to acknowledge our limitations, make note of our discomfort and orient ourselves toward positive change. This will stand us in good stead as the change continues for us all, throughout the summer & even into the fall.

For 10 more days, Mercury appears to move in reverse through the sky. During this time it is important to do your research for any contracts, tech purchases and business partnerships. It's a good time to finish outstanding business, in fact you may find that business erupts all over again , giving you an opportunity to clear it out of your way.

Gets busy in the middle:
We are 13 days away from the new moon in Taurus. This new moon, occurring two days after Mercury returns to direct motion, signals beginnings. New Moons are a good time to freshen up your wish list, plant seeds, or even cut your hair, if you want your hair to grow faster according to old school almanacs.

Launches us into a glimpse of the future:
I'll write more about this in the next few weeks, but wanted to touch on this idea now - as Uranus moves into and out of Aries this summer, it will mirror the energy that will take hold next March.

Specifically, on May 27, Uranus moves into Aries, where it will stay until mid-August. Then it will go back into Pisces until mid-March 2011. Uranus will be in Aries from 2011-2018. This will also add electricity to the Full Moon, also on May 27th.

The effect of a Uranus transit depends on where the planet is placed in your chart. The general interpretation of Uranus for an individual is that it's where you exhibit eccentricity, unique ideas, rebellion and/or genius. This planet moves slowly, because it moves slowly it can have a very deep impact.