MOON VOID OF COURSE
When the moon is about to change sign and will no longer make any aspect (connection) to the other planets before touring the next sign, it is considered “void of course.” The moon’s potency weakens during these times, which can result in diminished success or satisfaction. If optimum results are your aim, wait until the moon fuels up again to take action. Timing is everything!
Pause: May 1, 1:07 am to 3:41 am
(Moon moves into Scorpio)
May 2, 11:43 pm to May 3, 3:48 pm
(Moon moves into Sagittarius)
May 5, 11:45 pm to May 6, 2:21 am
(Moon moves into Capricorn)
May 8, 0:34 am to 10:48 am
(Moon moves into Aquarius)
May 10, 2:47 pm to 4:32 pm
(Moon moves into Pisces)
May 12, 4:53 pm to 7:19 pm
(Moon moves into Aries)
May 14, 5:24 pm to 7:48 pm
(Moon moves into Taurus)
May 16, 12:27 pm to 7:34 pm
(Moon moves into Gemini)
May 18, 5:57 pm to 8:38 pm
(Moon moves into Cancer)
May 21, 0:46 am to 0:57 am
(Moon moves into Leo)
May 23, 6:08 am to 9:26 am
(Moon moves into Virgo)
May 25, 5:43 pm to 9:16 pm
(Moon moves into Libra)
May 28, 9:17 am to 10:11 am
(Moon moves into Scorpio)
May 30, 10:11 am to 10:07 pm
(Moon moves into Sagittarius)
Full Moon: May 2, 10:15 am 12:35 Scorpio
New Moon: May 17 4:36 am 27:05 Taurus
Blue Moon: May 31 6:04 pm 10:12 Sagittarius
(What is a Blue Moon? It is the second full moon within a month.)
Venus enters Cancer:
May 8 0:28 am
Mercury enters Gemini:
May 11 2:17 am
Mars enters Aries:
May 15 7:06 am
Sun enters Gemini
May 21 3:12 am
Neptune turns retrograde
May 24 6:10 pm
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 20)
Jupiter and Saturn in stellar accord offer an ongoing sense of that right time, right place feel. No matter where you aim, you can light an even brighter fire once Mars moves into Aries, mid-May onward. The take-flight/cook-itup blue moon May 31 couldn’t be more opportune!
CAPRICORN (Dec. 21-Jan. 20)
The obvious hand of fate seems to be at work as the full moon rises May 2. Prompted or compelled, a synchronistic decision or move could significantly alter what comes next. Venus cozies up your love life May 8-June 5. Mid-month and beyond, look for a new place to call home.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 21-Feb. 18)
Family, home expenses, budgets, or real estate deals could pile on the pressure May 2. Mid-month sees you through an ending, a completion point, a release, and/or brings relief. May 21 onward puts you on a smoother sail; watch for your social and love life to perk up.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)
May 2 could bring excitement, a prize, or special news. May 5–6 pulls you another step forward. Re: career, parenting, or personal goals, May 11–14 sees you past a break-free point or record high, or points you in an altogether new direction. May 31 is a day to remember!
ARIES (March 21–April 19)
Confidence is the breeding pool for success, as Jupiter and Saturn synchronize ambition with opportunity. Game for the gearshift; forward-thrust planet Mars in Aries (starting May 15) fuels you with new incentive as this next two-year cycle begins. Nothing can stop you now!
TAURUS (April 20-May 20)
Financial, social, or romantic, the advantageous full moon May 2 is set to deliver. Reach out and/or aim higher; it’s time to make your presence or intentions much better known. May 5 to 13 brings a betwixt and between cycle, when your focus or energy can drain out. The new moon May 16 refuels you.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20)
Enhance your wardrobe or your performance and reap added benefits through May 7, while Venus tours Gemini. Following May 11, it’s time to talk it, walk it, and/or shop it, as connect-the-dots Mercury in Gemini befriends you. May 24-26 can bring a financial perk or opportune moment.
CANCER (June 21-July 22)
The eventful full moon May 2 is sure to bring talk and action. Watch for news, settlements, an exciting new release, or social opportunity; make new connections; try a first date. Starting May 8, Venus in Cancer picks you as the flavour of the month. May 19, 20, 23-25, your luck runs high.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)
Uncertainty can fall by the wayside, once Mars advances into straight-shot Aries, May 15. In addition to a clearer perspective, the market’s fresh picks will add greater sport to your hunt. A new project, ambition, or relationship can move along fast. May 31 brings the exceptional/sends it over the top!
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
The spotlight stays focused on others for the first half of May: what you need from them, what they need from you, the missing blanks, the gifts. Soul-searching or market exploration can be all-consuming. Once past the “yes, it’s doable” new moon May 16, good timing will encourage you.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
You can feel completely immersed in the tasks at hand. Re: health, wealth, or the fixer-upper program, buckle down and do what needs to be done. Once Mars advances into Aries (mid-May), you’ll get your head above water again. The full moon May 31 ends the month on a high note.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
The full moon May 2 could ignite a financial or romantic opportunity, a second chance, or launch phase 2. Charismatic Mars in Pisces (to May 14) puts you at your snake-charmer best. Expect to max out all month; you’ll pull it together quite beautifully May 23-25.
Evolutionary astrologist Rose Marcus can be reached at rosemarcus.com, rose_marcus@shaw.ca, or 604-988-1299 for astrology and tarot consultations, forcasts, workshops and classes.
