The crisp winter nights that we've been graced with in South Africa makes for perfect stargazing opportunities ... just a pity it's so darn cold. But Cindy supplies us with the pertinent transits for the coming month without having to brave the cold outdoors.

Sun Enters Gemini - May 21 Ingress 06:33

Mercury, the ruler of Gemini, is in dignity this month, giving us creative energy that may be directed towards acquiring facts, asking questions and finding connections between ideas.

Sustained effort in one area is difficult to maintain, as we may want to invest in a variety of interests. Pay attention as the nervous system may be affected and mental strain and restlessness become a problem.

Neptune Retrograde - May 22 - Oct 26

Neptune lures us into the foggy mists where reality becomes hazy and we may lose our way. It is the planet of dreams, illusions and spirituality. When we go within during this retrograde period, highly spiritual energy coupled with vision, intuitive insight and compassion is reflected, and our mystical side is encouraged to merge with the divine.

Venus enters Taurus - May 29 14:42

Dignified Venus confers grace and beauty in Taurus and ropes us into amorous affections. A moment in time where love, comfort, luxury and beautiful surroundings stimulate our senses giving us solace in the flowers and trees, and Gaia herself.

Mercury enters Cancer - June 3 Ingress 13:22

Objective thinking may be influenced by deep-seated emotional patterns, which may influence our thinking into accepting certain facts and ignoring others. Much information is absorbed subliminally, which may make us extra sensitive to the attitudes and opinions of those around us.

Mars enters Leo - June 3 20:44

Wanting to be in the forefront of whatever is going on Mars in the sign of Leo gives energy, willpower and creativity. Hastiness in love may need to be restrained, but then there is nothing wrong in being warm-hearted and ardent in affection.

Mars Square Jupiter June 19 - Mars in Leo, Jupiter in Scorpio

It is important to discipline oneself in using abundant physical and intellectual resources. Once you acquire faith in your ability to succeed, persistence and determination will come. Everything that is done must be planned or there will be a lot of wasted time on non-productive enterprises.