June 2024; Summer solstice and the beautiful Cancer season!

 

This month the Sun will transit from Gemini into Cancer. Mercury will travel through 3 signs; Taurus, Gemini and then Cancer. Venus moves through Gemini and into Cancer and Mars completes its Aries cycle and enters Taurus. Both Saturn and Pluto turn retrograde and we experience a New Moon in Gemini and a full moon in Capricorn. Now, the details.

Mercury enters Gemini June 3^rd-June 17^th

The sign Gemini is all about communication and thought, and it is an Air sign ruled by Mercury. Mercury is considered ‘at home,’ in this sign, meaning Mercury works well in Gemini. Mercury rules both Gemini and Virgo.

This will be a significant energy shift from grounded Mercury in Taurus. Gemini is about free flowing thought, communication, and weighing out different ideas and patterns of thinking. Mercury-Gemini may seem scattered at times, but that is because Gemini likes to take in so much information and is not interested in details like Mercury in Virgo; the planet’s other ruler is.

Air signs and Gemini are intellectual as opposed to emotional so communication may seem lacking in emotion, and more centered around facts, concepts and ideas. To some, this may come across as cold but Mercury in this sign is more concerned with facts and ideas as opposed to emotion. Emotionally driven thinking will come when Mercury enters Cancer.

Mercury will spend a great deal of time in Gemini so we will see much communication and many new ideas flowing for the next few weeks.

Mental energy will be abundant while Mercury is in Gemini and you may need to find positive ways to direct it. You could encounter someone, or you may find that you say whatever comes to your mind without thinking. If you can control this tendency, Mercury in Gemini should be a delightful time, full of mental energy and big ideas. Gemini is known for inspiring others and uncovering little nuggets of wisdom and that can move us forward in a positive direction.

Pluto retrogrades June 2-October 12th

For some, this retrograde could go unnoticed unless it is making a significant aspect in your own personal chart as its affects occur on a very subtle but deep level.

Issues relating to money, joint finances, investments, lawsuits, partnerships and sex will become more internalized during this period allowing us to look at things from a different viewpoint. Pluto is about making deep change over time that can alter our lives in significant ways. One way of looking at Pluto’s retrograde is the discovery of that which is no longer working, which will become obvious as the powerful planet retrogrades. Pluto wants to uncover things and bring them from the darkness and into the light so positive change may occur. This works on a collective as well as personal level. Pluto is about fixing all things that are worn out or have outlived their purpose in your life, or been left to decay. This can include projects, relationships, ideas and even real estate to name only a few. Pluto tears down to rebuild in a stronger way.

Issues involving control, money, sex or power may appear to lose steam during this time, but these issues are not really going away, they are just going beneath the surface, where activity is still occurring on an inner level. In a sense we are backing up so we may reconsider important ideas and new information.  We are being given an opportunity to delve into the deepest parts of our subconscious mind to understand how we really feel, and what we would like to change.

When Pluto turns direct again any issues we have failed to deal with will surface again both in our personal lives and on the world stage. But, as Pluto retrogrades we have the opportunity to look at things differently and effect transformative change that can be permanent and make our lives stronger than what they were. The part of your life that will be affected depends on where transiting Pluto is in your personal chart.

Pluto’s last dance in Capricorn September 3^rd-November 20th

During Pluto’s retrograde this year it returns to the sign of Capricorn one more time where it will remain at the critical degree of 29 Capricorn. Critical degrees are significant as they usher in endings and the energy can be tense.

In the world, Pluto in Capricorn is about top heavy patriarchal systems of government. Capricorn rules big business, governments, power and control. Pluto in Capricorn has been a difficult transit for many since it began in 2008 coinciding with the Bank crash and the “Great Recession.”

Pluto in Sagittarius (1996-2008) was ruled by Jupiter, the planet of expansion, and Pluto in Capricorn is ruled by Saturn, the planet of restriction so you can see the stark difference between these two signs, not to mention the years of Covid when Pluto conjuncted Saturn.

I will write more about this critical last period of Pluto in this sign in the future but suffice it to say when Pluto re-enters Aquarius in November it will usher in a new period globally and for all of us personally.

June’s New Moon in Gemini June 6^th

This month’s New Moon falls in the sign ruled by Mercury and is all about communication and information. This New Moon will conjunct Venus which will focus on love and money, but unfortunately it also squares Saturn, along with Venus, Mercury and the Sun; the most powerful part of this being the Sun, Venus square to Saturn.

Venus square Saturn can relate to problems in love, money and values. For some in relationships tottering on the edge this aspect could bring an ending. Otherwise, Saturn can be heavy, tiring, negative and in some cases depressing. Mercury will square Saturn through June 8^th along with Venus’s square to Saturn. This New moon is significant in the charts of the US, Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin and Benjamin Netanyahu to name only a few.

Mercury enters Cancer June 17-July 11th

Mercury is the planet that rules all of our speech and communication whether it is writing, talking with others, making a sales pitch or talking with loved ones. Mercurial energy will change from fact oriented Gemini to the most emotional and sensitive of signs, and our communication will become much more emotionally driven.  Those who are born with Mercury in Cancer are typically able to sway others through their ability to emotionally inspire, convince or speak to another’s emotions.

When Mercury is in Cancer we intuit our feelings and conversation much more than during other times. The keyword for Mercury in Cancer is “I feel” as opposed to “I think.” Cancer is ruled by the Moon, the luminary that governs our inner emotions so while Mercury is in Cancer, it is in the Moon’s natural sign. During this time we will be more concerned with our emotional life and the emotions as well being of family members and those closest to us.

The emotionality of Mercury in Cancer will be something we will need to watch as this can lead to extreme emotional displays, reactions, and feelings that can get deeply hurt. The key with Mercury in this sign is to learn to think things through rather than react spontaneously and emotionally to what is said.

We may be concerned over issues regarding home and family members as well as our own emotional lives as we will delve deeply into what is working and what is not working in our inner lives and relationships with those closest to us.

Thoughts of the past and trips down memory lane may be common as Cancer is typically drawn to the past. Sometimes, Cancer never lets go of the past, but relives it many times, depending on what occurred. Mercury in Cancer is learning to let go of the past, especially if it was difficult and painful.

Otherwise, this is a beautiful time to get your head aligned with your heart and in touch with your true feelings.

June-8- July 20^th Mars enters Taurus

Mars is the planet that rules our actions, sex lives and anger to name a few.

Mars in Taurus will be considerably different from Mars in Aries. Taurus is an earth sign ruled by the planet Venus, so our energies and action will change considerably but this does not mean we aren’t still going to see periods of anger and volatility. Taurus is ruled by Venus which not only rules love and money, but our values as well.

Typically, Mars in Taurus is a slow, determined and laid back, plodding kind of energy. During these times stubbornness and inability to bend may be a problem, and we could experience anger and frustration ourselves.

 Mars in Taurus will slow things down, which will be a relief for many after the hectic go-go-go energies of Mars in Aries. People may seem more determined, if not stubborn in their actions. Decisions made and actions taken during this period may be permanent in nature.

There can be an earthy type of sensuality to Mars in this sign. We will be more inclined to look for material and physical comfort. We will be attracted to beautiful things of lasting value as Taurus likes fine things and luxury as well as value for the money.

As Taurus rules the 2^nd house of money, there will be a greater focus on making and keeping money, and will be focusing on practical matters as long as Mars is in this sign. Mars in Taurus is prone to determination and reaching goals in a slow but steady manner.

Holding on to anger can be a problem with Mars in Venus ruled Taurus. Many would rather try and keep the peace, holding onto things until it reaches a boiling point and then they explode.

Mars in Taurus will work best for the other earth signs-Virgo and Capricorn. It can work well for Cancer, and Pisces. This period will bring more stress to Scorpio, as Mars in Taurus will oppose Scorpio, or any Scorpio planets placed in the chart. Mars in this sign will also be more difficult for the other fixed signs: Leo and Aquarius as Taurus creates a challenge to these signs along with more obstacles and blocks. None of this however, will be anything that cannot be overcome with patience and fortitude.

Venus enters Cancer June 17-July 12^th

When Venus enters Cancer relationships become much more emotional and intense. Cancer is a pleasant sign for Venus and we can become much more interested in the commonalities that bind us together rather than separate.

Cancer is a water sign and rules women in general. Cancer can provide powerful emotional support to those in need. She is like a vast ocean, constantly churning, revealing what’s underneath only when and if she is ready to do so. When a Cancer feels threatened by others she simply retreats and finds comfort beneath the waves buried in the sand. You could feel this way during Venus’s stay in Cancer if someone you prioritize is insensitive enough to make you feel unloved or insignificant.

If Cancer feels comfortable with you she will make you feel warm, happy and the sky is the limit in terms of how far she is willing to go to ensure your emotional happiness. As she is ruled by the moon however which is constantly changing, emotions can take some sharp turns and Cancer can retreat or even become irritable.  Cancer is deeply devoted but if triggered she can become irrational. If you are sensitive enough to other’s feelings you can avoid the emotional doldrums that can accompany this sign. Such is the way of love; no one said it would be easy.

Cancer rules the home, so this month many social activities will take place in, or will be centered around the home. Cancer is at her best in the home and has a deep love of family, food and the past.

This is a great time to spend time with family especially Mothers, Grandmothers, Aunts and sisters or any important women in your life. You could also improve the beauty and comfort of your home.

Mercury enters Cancer June 17-July 11^th

Mercury is the planet that rules all of our speech and communication whether it is writing, talking with others, making a sales pitch or talking with loved ones. Mercurial energy will change from fact oriented Gemini to the most emotional and sensitive of signs, and our communication will become much more emotionally driven.  Those who are born with Mercury in Cancer are typically able to sway others through their ability to emotionally inspire, convince or speak to another’s emotions.

When Mercury is in Cancer we intuit our feelings and conversation much more than during other times. The keyword for Mercury in Cancer is “I feel” as opposed to “I think.” Cancer is ruled by the Moon, the luminary that governs our inner emotions so while Mercury is in Cancer, it is in the Moon’s natural sign. During this time we will be more concerned with our emotional life and the emotions as well being of family members and those closest to us.

The emotionality of Mercury in Cancer will be something we will need to watch as this can lead to extreme emotional displays, reactions, and feelings that can get deeply hurt. The key with Mercury in this sign is to learn to think things through rather than react spontaneously and emotionally to what is said.

We may be concerned over issues regarding home and family members as well as our own emotional lives as we will delve deeply into what is working and what is not working in our inner lives and relationships with those closest to us.

Thoughts of the past and trips down memory lane may be common as Cancer is typically drawn to the past. Sometimes, Cancer never lets go of the past, but relives it many times, depending on what occurred. Mercury in Cancer is learning to let go of the past, especially if it was difficult and painful.

Otherwise, this is a beautiful time to get your head aligned with your heart and in touch with your true feelings.

June 20^th, the Sun enters Cancer and summer solstice occurs at 4:51PM, EDT

Summer is finally here! This is also the Summer Solstice, which is the longest day of the year, and celebrated by cultures around the world.

This marks the start of the short 3 month season of warm beaches, outdoor events and gatherings, sunshine and romantic moonlit summer nights.  Since summer and the Cancer season is the most romantic time of the year, get ready to focus on your feelings as well as those of others. Cancer is typically sensitive and emotional, laid back, home loving and focused on feelings above logic or intellect. Some will feel comfortable and content, and others will find the emotional energy difficult to deal with.

From June 20-July 22 Cancer will rule the skies and the focus will be on our emotional connections with others as well as home and family.  Cancer is ruled by the Moon which is the significator of women, our emotions, how we connect with others, family or those who are like family and what we need on an emotional level to thrive.  No matter what sign you were born under during this time we are focused on getting in touch with what we really need and want on an inner level to feel happy and secure. 

Look for a huge energetic shift as the Sun moves from Gemini to Cancer as Gemini is about intellect and ideas as opposed to emotional Cancer, who is deeply connected to the past and their roots and sentimentality. This is the most sensitive sign in the zodiac, and like the Moon, feelings are always shifting and changing at this time. The Moon changes signs every 2 and a half days and those born under Cancer are dramatically affected by the changes. The moon represents our instincts and feelings that are not bound up in logic or reason.

Cancer is part of the Water element and not only are Water signs more sensitive and emotional than others they are in touch for their deepest feelings and inner psyche. The Cancer season can seem moodier than other times but Cancer is also intuitive and perceptive.  Cancer is a caring and giving sign and you may find yourself feeling more protective and comforting toward loved ones or find yourself spending time with a friend over a cup of coffee in their kitchen talking about their concerns. 

Cancer can come across as having a hard edge at times, but you have to remember the crab is protected by a hard shell to fend off predators. Sometimes Cancer can put up a wall to protect themselves from being hurt. To get to the innermost feelings of a Cancer, trust has to be built and they seldom read like an open book unless you have earned their trust. Once you have earned their trust, Cancer opens up and usually has an off the wall zany since of humor and laugh when you get to know them.

While Cancer is a loving and warm sign, moodiness and too many ups and downs can sometimes get in the way of saying or accomplishing what you want to achieve. We will be operating more on emotion, and our feelings and judgment may be colored by our inner emotional reactions to things as well as conditioning.

In the end if you really connect there is no sign more loyal and protective than the crab, and their intuition about what is happening is generally spot on.

A Full Moon on June 21-22 at 1 degree of Capricorn

Capricorn is the natural ruler of the 10^th house of career and business, and its ruling planet is Saturn. Saturn is all about work, structure and discipline.

The closest aspect this full Moon will make is its opposition to Venus at 5 degrees of Cancer and Mercury at 8 degrees of the same sign.

Moon-Venus oppositions can relate to stress in relationships or with women, values or money. Moon-Venus oppositions aren’t always difficult but they can result in hurt feelings or issues in love. The key is to not let anything get blown out of proportion. Moon-Mercury transits can involve communication, travel and arguments.

The Moon will sextile Mars which lends some stability.

Saturn turns retrograde June 29-November 15^th

Saturn retrogrades this year at 19 degrees of Pisces and will go back to 12 degrees before turning direct.

Saturn's retrograde can be a pivotal time when many changes occur, especially if it is hitting something in your personal chart.

When you experience a Saturn transit, you generally get three passes and the retrograde pass is always the most challenging. Hard Saturn transits are associated with delays, slowdowns, endings and various difficulties depending on what it is aspecting in your personal chart. During its retrograde you may have to work harder to get what you want.

As Saturn deals with our structures in life we may be concerned with basic security issues while Saturn is retrograde both individually and collectively. Retrograde Saturn is a period where some things may slow down a bit and like any retrograde planet is time to reconsider and sometimes back up to take a good luck at what we are working on and where we are going in life. During this 5 month period we may receive new information about something significant or find a solution to a problem that has been plaguing us which is the benefit of the retrograde. Retrograde Saturn is a time of working out issues especially in terms of business but could include any area of life depending on where it is in your chart. During the retrograde period we often work through challenging issues so that when it turns direct we can approach things head on, minus any ongoing problems. This is a time of doing the hard work to accomplish what you want, and at times it can bring personal and spiritual growth as a result of dealing with hard to solve problems.

Other significant aspects in June:

Jupiter trines Pluto for basically the first half of the month. This is a positive aspect that can affect the world stage and our personal lives. Aquarius represents the power of the people and individuality and Pluto represents power. While this aspect is brief it can be powerful. The exact hit is on June 2^nd.

On a personal level this can help us in terms of moving forward with projects and especially groups and organizations. Its energy can give us a positive boost depending on where it is located in your personal chart.

June 4^th, Mercury trines Pluto and conjuncts Jupiter. This is positive for communication and Mercury-Jupiter is hopeful and upbeat. Also, the Sun conjunct Venus represents one of our better days especially for love, romance, money and socializing.

June 10^th/11^th, Mars squares Pluto at 0-1 degrees of Taurus/Aquarius setting off the Mars/Taurus transit with a bang. I use this word metaphorically but this is a fairly dangerous aspect in the world. Pluto rules power and Mars represents friction, guns, men and this is a volatile few days. On the world stage we will see many issues around the hot spots on the globe and it can bring additional stress and even violence.

In our personal lives this aspect can result in power struggles, arguments and frustration or even power grabs. It is best to keep calm and not engage in conversations or situations that are contentious or volatile. As with any Mars transit use caution since Mars can be related to accidents. This aspect is also prone to obsessive thinking and behavior if the individual is prone in this direction.

June 16^th, Venus squares Neptune- This is a confusing transit especially relating to love and money. Feelings are often confused or confusing and new information can be revealed.

For some this time can manifest as magical and things can seem beyond the ordinary. Creativity, dreams and visions can be at an all time high. For others it is simply a confusing period with a lack of clarity. It is important during these times to remember that Neptune represents illusion, and this can include self illusion so it important to keep our feet on the ground now matter how perfect (or imperfect) things may seem. This could at worst represent a transit of theft that could involve money, possessions or even the heart. Now is the time to keep your feet on the ground and use common sense and good judgment.

June 17^th-Mercury squares Neptune. This aspect actually is a combination of Venus and Mercury square Neptune. Typically this is a tiring transit, indicative of dreams, fantasies, misinformation, lies, lack of clarity and lack of information. Some may feel depressed. Anything that can be misunderstood probably will be.

Thinking will not be clear and this is a bad day for any kind of negotiation or to start a new project.

Daydreaming, and vivid imaginations may manifest, or creativity in some form as well as compassion for others or spiritual pursuits.

At its worst, it is depression, lies, and an absolute lack of clarity or direction.

If something seems too good to be true, it probably is. Take in any new information with skepticism. Be sure you know what you are talking about-you might not. Be careful when you hit SEND, the email is going to the correct person.

If you are driving use caution as you or another driver could be tired or unaware of what's going on, or you could get lost.

June 20^th-Before the Sun enters Cancer in the afternoon it will complete its square to Neptune which began the night before. This is a confusing aspect prone to misunderstanding(s), gas lighting or lies and deceit at the worst. Be careful about signing documents and make sure you have all the information. If something seems too good to be true…you know the rest.

You could experience vivid dreams, intuition or see a surge in creativity or spirituality. Neptune can at time relate to water related incidents.

 

 

 

Jupiter enters Gemini May 26th

 

Jupiter is the planet of gain and expansion and wherever it transits in your chart is where you will see the greatest gain and luck. Jupiter enters Gemini May 26, 2024-June 9^th, 2025.

Jupiter is called ‘the greater benefic.’ Gemini is ruled by Mercury, the planet of communication, commerce and young people. Our luck during this transit will come in the form of ideas, communication, travel, education and it will be a great time for publishing, speaking, writing, singing and the like. It will necessitate a broad minded approach and you may want to leave your comfort zone behind when it comes to new ideas.  The last time Jupiter was in this sign was June 11, 2012-June 26, 2013.

Jupiter in Gemini is considered to be debilitated which simply means it is not as comfortable in this sign as others or as powerful while in Gemini. Nevertheless, we can expect gain and expansion wherever it falls in our natal chart.

Jupiter in Gemini is chatty, expansive, optimistic, broad minded, and prone toward big ideas, plans and education. On the downside you could experience a flow of information and we will need to be discerning in terms of ideas we accept or act on because there is so much information.

 Where and how Jupiter helps you depends not only on where it falls in your chart but the aspects it makes to other planets. Let’s take a look at what Jupiter will do this year;

May 25, Jupiter enters Gemini

May 31-June 2^nd Jupiter sextiles Pluto

August 17-22, Jupiter squares Saturn

October 9^th, Jupiter turns retrograde until February 4^th, 2025

December 24-25^th, Jupiter squares Saturn again

Jupiter sextiles Pluto

-Jupiter’s sextile to Pluto is brief but positive. This is a good time to present ideas, work with groups, kick off new projects or enter into financial agreements.

Jupiter squares Saturn

-Jupiter’s square to Saturn is not as positive. Jupiter square Saturn can often relate to business deals or opportunities, but it is also a time of financial reckoning, or looking at financial matters from a more conservative viewpoint. Jupiter squared Saturn in 2015, and I wrote this at the time:

“This transit might be compared to trying to paddle a canoe upstream or trying to drive with the brakes on. While Jupiter is the planet of expansion, Saturn represents restriction and delays, and this is a collision of these two principals.

Money issues may come to the surface, or depending on what is in your chart you may feel the restriction coming from some other area of life, depending on what it is aspecting in your personal chart. For some, relationships may end at this time, but usually only if they are not working out already.

Many things may slow down during this time, or you may lack inner conviction, or your timing can be off.  It is important to consider these factors. You could be dealing with situations and people from the past.

This transit can represent legal, financial and business problems, and there could be a lack of support, especially if this aspects your natal chart. There could be issues with higher education, moral issues, or indifference. Frustration may build up to the point where something has to give and change occurs at this point especially if it aspects something in your chart.

There could be added responsibilities and pressures in your job during this period, or you could make some kind of change in your job or work, as this is not all negative. If you are working on a financial deal of some type it may come together at this time, or you will receive evidence that it won’t pan out-one way or the other.

Saturn and Jupiter squared each other August (2015) and we saw the devaluation of the Chinese currency, the normalization of US relations with cuba and the economic turmoil in Greece.  

As Saturn is in Sagittarius this shows conflict ideas, concepts and religion, and Jupiter in Virgo shows issues around work and practical matters either directly or indirectly. For example, many political ideas are floating around at this time, but which ones are realistic, responsible and real?
There has been a major outbreak of the food containment listeria, and we could see more of this on a larger basis, or some other disease could surface. (from 2015)

Jupiter-Saturn is one of the ten Major planetary cycles. (from 2015 continued)

This cycle goes from conjunction to conjunction, and the last cycle began in May of 2000, in Taurus, the natural ruler of the second house of earned income, possessions and money.  Since that time we have seen massive changes in the financial world. In June of 2006, it was in a square to Saturn at 9 degrees, Scorpio/Leo and at this time many analysts were pointing to a bubble in the housing market that would become the crash of 2008. Another square occurred in October of that year at 23 degrees. In 2011, (March) Jupiter opposed Saturn at 14 Libra-Aries, and it was at this point that Greece was feeling the debt crisis and the International Monetary Fund was  signing off billions of Euros to Ireland Portugal and  Italy. Greece agreed to extreme austerity measures once again on the eve of the Jupiter-Saturn square of 2015, driven by Germany, and this situation will be played out between now and when the next conjunction occurs in 2020, when we will begin this cycle again in Capricorn.”

Jupiter was conjunct Saturn in 2020 in Capricorn and then in Aquarius starting a new cycle. Its square to Saturn in 2024 will be part of this new cycle. A square tests things and shows us what needs to be worked on.

Saturn forces us to look at reality and our limitations while Jupiter is about expansion. When the two clash it can bring to reality the fact we have to re-look at something in some way.

Of course transits like this always play out in the world in a significant way and in this case we can expect more significant clashes between the 2 political parties in the US, and this aspect could affect money and the financial markets as well.

 Jupiter retrogrades

-When Jupiter retrogrades its energy often turns inward and we have to back up and re-consider some of our plans. This is often a time of planning and reorganizing in some way. Jupiter’s retrograde can be compared to a racehorse; there is a time to run and compete and there is a time to train for the upcoming race. The retrograde would be the latter. Jupiter’s benefic rays are not as powerful when the planet of gain is retrograde. While you should not anticipate it, there are times the retrograde can work in reverse.

Jupiter in Gemini will affect the signs in the following ways. If you know your ascendant use that.

-Aries-immediate family, short trips, learning, communication

-Taurus-money, earned income

-Gemini-When Jupiter is in your sign you can gain personally in many different ways. This occurs only every 12 years.

-Cancer-Jupiter in the 12^th can be a subtle type of spiritual healing. You may spend more time alone and help comes at the last minute.

-Leo-Jupiter in the 11^th house means you do well with friends, groups and have a higher chance of attaining your hopes and wishes.

-Virgo-This year should be great for your career as Jupiter transits your career house.

-Libra-Jupiter in the 9^th house can expand your education, travel and world view. Great for publishing.

-Scorpio-Jupiter in the 8^th house increases your potential financially as it rules ‘other people’s money,’ partner’s money or corporate money.

-Sagittarius-Jupiter transits your 7^th house of partners and committed relationships.

-Capricorn-Jupiter transits through your house of work and health

-Aquarius-Jupiter transits through your 5^th house of children, friends, and love

-Pisces-Jupiter transits through your 1^st house of home. Your family could expand or you could move, redecorate or enjoy your home.

 

 

May 2024; Jupiter enters Gemini!

 

This month the Sun transits through Taurus and enters Gemini, Mars starts it’s cycle through Aries, and Mercury transits through the last half of Aries again, due to its retrograde in April and Venus completes a cycle in Aries and enters Taurus. Pluto turns retrograde and the most significant aspect this month is Jupiter’s entrance into the sign of Gemini. May’s new moon is in Scorpio and the full moon is in Gemini Now, the details.

Jupiter enters Gemini May 25-June 8^th, 2025

Jupiter is the planet of gain and expansion and wherever it goes in your chart is where you will see the greatest gain and luck.

Jupiter is called ‘the greater benefic’ and Venus is the ‘lesser benefic.’ Gemini is ruled by Mercury, the planet of communication, commerce and young people. Our luck during this transit will come in the form of ideas, communication, travel, education and it will be a great time for publishing, speaking, writing, singing and the like. It will necessitate a broad minded approach and you may want to leave your comfort zone behind when it comes to new ideas.  The last time Jupiter was in this sign was June 11, 2012-June 26, 2013.

Jupiter in Gemini is considered to be debilitated in the sign of Gemini which simply means it is not as comfortable in this sign as others. Nevertheless, we can expect gain and expansion wherever it falls in your chart.

Jupiter in Gemini is chatty, expansive, optimistic, broad minded, and prone toward big ideas, plans and education.

 Where and how it helps you depends not only on where it falls in your chart but the aspects it makes to other planets. Let’s take a look at what Jupiter will do over the next year;

May 25, Jupiter enters Gemini

May 31-June 2^nd Jupiter sextiles Pluto

August 17-22, Jupiter squares Saturn

October 9^th, Jupiter turns retrograde until February 4^th, 2025

December 24-25^th, Jupiter squares Saturn

Jupiter’s sextile to Pluto is brief but positive. This is a good time to present ideas, work with groups, kick off new projects or enter into financial agreements.

Jupiter’s square to Saturn is not as positive. Jupiter square Saturn can often relate to business deals or opportunities, but it is also a time of financial reckoning, or looking at financial matters from a more conservative viewpoint.

Saturn forces us to look at reality and our limitations while Jupiter is about expansion. When the two clash it can bring to reality the fact we have to re-look at something in some way.

Of course transits like this always play out in the world in a significant way and in this case we can expect more significant clashes between the 2 political parties in the US, and this aspect could affect money and the financial markets as well.

When Jupiter retrogrades its energy often turns inward and we have to back up and re-consider some of our plans. This is often a time of planning and reorganizing in some way. Jupiter’s retrograde can be compared to a racehorse; there is a time to run and compete and there is a time to train for the upcoming race. The retrograde would be the latter. Jupiter’s benefic rays are not as powerful when the planet of gain is retrograde. While you should not anticipate it, there are times the retrograde can work in reverse.

Jupiter in Gemini will affect the signs in the following ways. If you know your ascendant use that.

-Aries-immediate family, short trips, learning, communication

-Taurus-money, earned income

-Gemini-When Jupiter is in your sign you can gain personally in many different ways. This occurs only every 12 years.

-Cancer-Jupiter in the 12^th can be a subtle type of spiritual healing. You may spend more time alone and help comes at the last minute.

-Leo-Jupiter in the 11^th house means you do well with friends, groups and have a higher chance of attaining your hopes and wishes.

-Virgo-This year should be great for your career as Jupiter transits your career house.

-Libra-Jupiter in the 9^th house can expand your education, travel and world view. Great for publishing.

-Scorpio-Jupiter in the 8^th house increases your potential financially as it rules ‘other people’s money,’ partner’s money or corporate money.

-Sagittarius-Jupiter transits your 7^th house of partners and committed relationships.

-Capricorn-Jupiter transits through your house of work and health

-Aquarius-Jupiter transits through your 5^th house of children, friends, and love

-Pisces-Jupiter transits through your 1^st house of home. Your family could expand or you could move, redecorate or enjoy your home.

April 30, Mars enters Aries through June 9^th

Mars is the planet of action that rules the way we approach things, take action and go after what we want. It also rules men and sex. For the past six weeks Mars has been in gentle laid back Pisces. We will experience quite an energetic shift when Mars enters Aries.

Mars is at home in this sign which means it operates well and is extremely powerful.  Aries rules the first house of self, so we will be interested in furthering our own interests most of all during this 6 week cycle of Mars. We will evaluate what we want and go after it whether it is a job, an idea, or even a romantic partner.

This begins a new Mars cycle as Mars once again hits the ‘world point’ or 0 degrees of Aries and starts its two year trip through the zodiac once again. The ‘world point’ is associated with events on the world stage than can affect us all and give us an extra dose of get-up-and-go.

Mars in Aries likes to take control of things and can increase our personal drive and ambition. Expect this to be a spontaneous, forward looking and action oriented period. Winning may become more important and Aries can be quite competitive. We will pursue things in a more straight forward manner, which is the opposite of Mars in Pisces that often approaches things from a sideways and intuitive perspective. Aries is typically confident, optimistic and does not let grass grow under their feet.

The downside of Aries is impatience, arrogance and self-centeredness. While we pursue our goals in a very direct manner, we can express anger in the same manner which can turn many more sensitive people off or create hard feelings.

Aries is considered a pioneering sign not afraid of trying out new ideas and concepts and approaches life head on. Some famous people with Mars in Aries include Steve Jobs, Stephen Hawking, Bernie Sanders, Nicolas Sarkozy, Monica Lewinsky, Queen Victoria, Caroline Princess of Hanover, Martha Stewart, David Letterman and Priscilla Presley.

Independence, confidence and courage are all Aries qualities that we can embrace during this period. As Aries rules the first house of the zodiac this can be a time for new beginnings, new experiences and new and greater confidence in our own abilities to inspire others and lead. We will have plenty of opportunities to put our ideas and plans to the test when Mars enters Taurus.

May 2^nd, Pluto retrogrades until October 12th

Pluto retrograde is not anything like Mercury retrograde when things can go off the rails, and many times may go unnoticed unless it is making a significant aspect in your own personal chart. Pluto retrogrades every year for approximately half of the year and its affects occur on a very subtle level.

This year Pluto will retrograde back into Capricorn one more time from September 3^rd-November 19^th. At this point it will return to Aquarius for the next 20 years! We have been dealing with Pluto in Capricorn since 2008. Pluto’s square to Uranus kicked off the worldwide banking crisis.

To say Pluto in this sign has been difficult in the world is an understatement. In 2020 when Pluto was conjunct Saturn we experienced the worldwide spread of Covid.

During Pluto’s two and a half month final swing it will remain at 29 degrees of Capricorn and the 29^th degree is considered critical. We are wrapping up old things in preparation for something new but this often brings a crisis.

Never in our lifetimes have we seen the level of political turmoil, disarray and corruption in the US. There is a leaning toward authoritarian governments not only in the US but around the world. Democracy has never been stretched so thin, at least not in the 19^th –early 20^th centuries. Unfortunately this will be more of the same for this period of time.  Corruption, patriarchy, control, hierarchical systems and power grabs are all words that can describe Pluto in this sign.

While Pluto Aquarius is far from perfect the difference is that over the next 20 year period the shift will be toward the people as opposed those who are at the top as a result of corruption, control and power grabbing. Then again, the world will never be perfect and in all reality we will probably never see a time where this is completely stamped out but Aquarius is the sign of the humanitarian. The last time Pluto was in Aquarius the world experienced both the American and French Revolutions, resulting in change, although those times were not particularly peaceful. By the time Pluto enters Pisces in 2044 the world will be an entirely different place.

Issues relating to money, joint finances, investments, lawsuits, partnerships and sex will become more internalized during Pluto’s retrograde, allowing us to look at things from a different viewpoint. Pluto is about making deep change that goes beneath the surface slowly. One way of looking at Pluto’s retrograde is destruction of that which is no longer working, which will become obvious to us over time. Pluto wants to uncover things and bring them from the darkness and into the light so positive change may occur. This works on a collective as well as personal level.

Issues involving control, money, sex or power may appear to lose steam during this time, but these issues are not really going away, they are just going underneath the surface, where activity is still occurring on a subconscious level. In a sense we are backing up, to reconsider important ideas and new information. In essence we are being given an opportunity to delve into the deepest parts of our subconscious mind to understand how we really feel, and what we would like to change.

When Pluto turns direct again any issues we have failed to deal with will surface again both in our personal lives and on the world stage. But, as Pluto retrogrades we have the opportunity to look at things from a different perspective and effect a slow transformative change that can be permanent and make our lives stronger.

During Pluto’s retrograde it is often a good time to consider your deeper thoughts, feelings and instincts about where you are going. If you are not happy with things this period can be used to make change that will be obvious on a more significant level when Pluto turns direct in October.

May 7^th the New Moon falls in Taurus

This month’s New Moon falls at 18 degrees of Taurus. Taurus is ruled by Venus, the planet of love and money so most of us can expect these things to be on our mind. Venus also rules beauty and loves luxurious items, settings and great food.

What sets this New Moon apart is its conjunction with Uranus. A new or full moon conjunct Uranus often brings the unexpected and unpredictable circumstances. You could experience this time as electric and exciting or alternatively it could be irritating and full of disruptions, depending on how you approach things. Moon/Uranus is an aspect that deals with women and our emotions or even family members.

Fortunately the Sun and Moon’s sextile to Saturn will help keep us grounded and give us a better basis for stability at this time.

May 15^th Mercury enters Taurus until June 3^rd

Mercury is the planet that is associated with speech, thinking and all types of communication, and as it changes signs our thinking and style of communication change along with it. Mercury also rules our intellect, ability to analyze, pets, travel, siblings and immediate family members.  Get ready for communication to go from direct, bold and straightforward, to a more laid back and relaxed style.

While Mercury was in Aries we felt inspired and full of new ideas, and now is the time to turn these ideas into concrete reality. Mercury in Taurus can give our communication and thinking a practical type of style and determination.

Taurus rules the 2^nd house in astrology or income and possessions. Venus is the ruler of the sign Taurus and Venus represents money, values, love and our social lives so our thoughts will turn to these matters as well. Taurus is a rich and sensual sign and we will be more interested in material possessions, land and perhaps the earth itself. Our interests could turn to investments, property, food, art and jewelry, beauty products, clothes and items that beautify our surroundings. As Venus is the ruler of Taurus she becomes the star of the show, and of course, Venus rules love. Expect to feel more expressive and expansive in your feelings and communication, and others will be the same. Now is the time to communicate with your partner and those you love and express the way you truly feel. This type of communication will come easier, and be much more natural during this time.

Taurus also rules the voice. Mercury in Taurus is a great time for those who are musically inclined and sing, do podcasts or anything involving the voice. Mercury in Taurus could indicate sales, trade, and profit as well.

The downside of Mercury/Taurus can have to do with a stubborn unwillingness toward creative change. As Taurus is a fixed sign, change comes slowly with Mercury in this sign, and once a decision is made it is often irrevocable.

May 20^th the Sun enters Gemini until June 20^th

May 20^th the Sun enters Gemini and the Gemini season is on! Gemini is the mutable sign of spring when the weather begins to change and shift toward summer. Like the weather, we too are under the influence of a mutable sign which means we are more changeable at this time than others. We may change our minds, and even direction during the next four weeks sometimes more than once.

 If the Taurus season is about being grounded and luxuriating in sensuality and connectedness with the earth, The Gemini season is more intellectual, loquacious, upbeat, free spirited and open to change. 

Gemini is an intellectual Air sign ruled by Mercury, the planet of communication, travel, young people and pets. The Gemini season will inspire social activity, conversation, new ideas and a focus of our energies outwardly and into the world.

Air signs are typically full of ideas and plans and while the Sun is in Gemini our energies will be directed much more toward others. Air signs are full of mental energy that can sometimes seem to move at the speed of light, activities and communication pick up and you may feel that ideas come so rapidly you can hardly remember everything. This will be especially true while Mercury retrogrades in Gemini.

Gemini is observant of the world and all surroundings. At times this sign can be considered ‘airheaded’ or duplicitous but much of the time this can be attributed to the fact that Gemini is changeable and always looking for the better solution and all sides of the problem. Gemini can often take a neutral approach to problems as they search for a logical as opposed to emotional answer. Never underestimate Gemini’s remarkable ability to see all sides of an equation.

Sometimes this energy can seem unpredictable and restless. You may find your time is split in many different directions and your curiosity piqued on different levels. Enjoy the natural curiosity and desire to interact with others during the Gemini season. Use this time to express all sides of yourself and enjoy things that are a little offbeat rest assured, it won’t be boring!

May 23^rd, Venus enters Gemini until June 17^th

When Venus enters Gemini love energies change once again and this will be completely different from Venus in Taurus as we have recently experienced. Venus will find herself in Mercury’s sign so communication and your social life will be prioritized at this time. Don’t be surprised if you don’t find yourself contemplating writing that novel you have always dreamed of, as Mercury rules all communication and the written word. Of course, the drive to communicate may take many different forms and you don’t have to write a novel to make the most of this placement.

Venus in Gemini is concerned with conversation, ideas, truths, and she does like to be bored in this sign. Venus in Gemini can be as sensual as any other sign, but you must bring conversation, adventure and fun to the picture to make this work. Manners count as does intelligence and ideas, most of all.

Venus in Gemini enjoys many different types of people and can flit from one group to another with little notice, and often expect their partner to be able to travel with them at the speed of light if necessary. Routine situations can be quite dull and boring, as are dogmatic, predictable people and routines.

Venus in Gemini is light and airy, and there is no greater turn off for those with Venus in this sign than people who are emotionally heavy and limiting, or jealous and possessive so check these feelings at the front door if you want this energy of this sign to work well for you.

Gemini is associated with the third house of the zodiac which rules communications, sales, writing ability, media, advertising, publicity, short journeys, neighbors, and siblings. The third house is also associated with the active search for knowledge, mental energy and telepathy.

Venus in Gemini is drawn to charismatic people who have interesting things to say and do. Gemini likes someone who can suggest interesting, if not adventuresome dates and places to go, and always has their own thoughts about what is going on.

Typically Venus-Gemini looks for friends first, and isn’t going to jump into an exclusive relationship overnight. Gemini is a mutable sign, so it's subject to changeability at the drop of a hat.

Venus in Gemini has a bad rap astrologically for being fickle. As Gemini is a changeable sign, she (or he) can change her mind if things aren’t working. The dark side of Venus in Gemini has the potential to leave lovers in the lurch suddenly, but is there any Venus that could be exempt from this if there is a good reason? Gemini can be more unpredictable than some, especially if things become too intense or dull. This could of course leave some people feeling duped, which again contributes to Venus's placement here being considered fickle. Venus in Gemini is actually looking for their ideal partner they can communicate and have fun with. Should they be lucky enough to find him or her, there is little chance they will leave.

May’s Full Moon on May 23^rd

This month’s Full moon falls at 2 degrees of Sagittarius. Sagittarius is ruled by Jupiter, the planet of gain and expansion. This Moon is conjunct Venus and Venus is conjunct Jupiter so this should overall be a positive and upbeat time unless it aspects something negatively in your personal chart.

Sagittarius rules the 9^th house of travel, education and world view. It also rules the courts and legal issues. Sagittarius is by nature an expansive sign so now is the time to stretch your mind, imagination and perhaps take a step toward your closely held hopes and dreams.

This Moon sextiles Neptune brings imagination, spirituality and creativity to the fore. This may be one of the most positive full moons of the year so make the most of it!

Overall, May looks like a far easier month than April.

Other aspects of significance:

May 1^st, Venus squares Pluto-This can bring up issues in relationships regarding sex or money. It can be obsessive in nature, and Pluto likes to delve beneath the surface. If you fall into this type of energy be prepared for a response from the other party as we are all under this transit.

Some could break up at this time, and we will hear scandalous news in all likelihood. Those (or skeletons) from the past may pop back up. This is overall negative and domestic issues may surface if you are in a situation prone toward this.

May 13^th, the Sun conjuncts Uranus-This can be an unpredictable day full of changes. On the other hand Uranus can be associated with brilliance and you could suddenly figure out a solution to a long standing problem, or have a great idea. Venus’s sextile to Saturn is positive and will give us some stability.

May 17^th, Mercury squares Pluto-This day is prone to over thinking, digging beneath the surface and trying to convince others of your viewpoint or vice versa. Basically, it is a transit of propaganda and arguments can erupt. Use extreme caution driving.

May 18^th, Venus conjuncts Uranus-This can be an exciting day and you can do something different or meet new people. While it is changeable, many will experience this day as exciting in some way, but it is not prone to things that last. The Sun also conjuncts Jupiter lending more positivity to the day.

May 30-31-Mercury conjuncts Uranus-This day is changeable and prone to many unexpected things that may happen. You may even find it difficult to keep up, and it will make some nervous. You could hear unexpected news and be careful on the road. As with any Uranus transit, you could come up with an unexpected idea or way to manage something. You may find your mood very changeable.