The month is ushered in with the moon in Virgo, an earthy beginning to an eventful month. The full moon on Saturday, AKA as Cinco de Mayo is sure to elicit Bacchus, known in Roman times to free one from self-conscious fear through dancing and wine. The full moon in Scorpio can also dredge up jealousy and obsession; stay on the high side of the energy- which allows you feel passion for living and awakens intuitive wisdom. This weekend can enable you to cut to the bottom of hidden issues and purge old and outdated ways of being that hold you back. Mercury shifts into Taurus on Wednesday the 9th, the ability to think methodical and slower may appear unattractive in our fast talking society, yet this gift promises a well thought out plan you can stick with. Mother’s day, Sunday the 13th there is a conjunction of the Sun with Jupiter in Taurus. This conjunction is about expanding your consciousness to believe in your creative abilities on the earth plane.

Planetary Nodes in Astrology- Heliocentric nodes of Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Pluto.
Whenever you have a natal planet conjunct a planetary node, your natal planet will take on the qualities of the planet of the node. For example if your Venus is conjunct either the north or south node of Pluto, you will experience your love life with more intensity and sometimes fearful of Pluto issues, such as fear of being betrayed or fear of your loved one leaving you through death or abandonment.

Astrologers follow cycles of the planets. Understanding the cycles and meanings of the new moons is a great way to learn astrology. The underlying concern for Taurus is am I secure? Sure we can get carried away- wanting more or thinking we need more- yet this cycle can address a very fundamental need to have. What do I need to be happy? What do I need to have to feel safe? Aries is I AM- Taurus is I HAVE. Once we achieve the basic Taurean needs, then Taurus as the artist can emerge, appreciation of beauty- nature and art.

Taurus is ruled by Venus, who is associated with abundance and love. Two basic concerns in our lives.

Venus will be retrograde May 15th in Gemini during this cycle (trine Saturn in Libra- emphasizing balanced relationships and communication). This is a perfect time to reassess what you want, what you have, and what brings pleasure and purpose in your life.

Tweet This Post learn astrology with astrology blogging site