First Quarter and Gibbous Moon

May 12 Monday
The first quarter Leo Moon is void of course this morning. She is wagging off the Lion's tail, easily swayed to lazily bask in the Sun's warmth. We too can space out and be distracted by alluring recreational comforts. Unless resting to renew ourselves is what is of utmost importance to us today, we may be jolted awake by 12:48 pm, MT, when the Moon moves into Virgo, alerting us to all that is left for us to do to fill in activities that are needed now that address a level of self mastery infused with sparks of ancient wisdom. We need to tune into the thread of behaviors that takes us to the core of some personal issue.

May 13 Tuesday
With the Moon in Mercury-ruled Virgo, many things may be running through our minds. Some of the thoughts may be challenging our ideas of our self-image. Traditional knowledge has placed man above other species on this planet. Such a concept may be tricking us by masking the intelligence of plants and other animals. They may have an intelligence that allows us to freely experiment in order to learn some very valuable lessons. We are all part of Mother Nature and as her children we listen and learn through observation of cyclical patterns. Our lives operate on several levels. Connect your inner stirrings with the outer reality.

May 14 Wednesday
With this morning's Virgo Moon we may sense the strides we are making with some of the underlying ground upon which a crucial, valuable issue is based. At 10:38 am, MT, the Moon goes void of course until tonight. With the Moon disconnecting with Virgo during this open-ended period, we may benefit from the use of free-association with the ideas and events that attract our attention. What seems random may fit into a well ordered sequence of activities. At 9:46 pm, the Moon moves into Libra and faces a dilemma of deciding what to perfect next and what to leave alone.

May 15 Thursday
The Libra Moon provides ways to see things in ideal forms. We may take care of our various responsibilities with ease and grace, keeping a focus on what is essential, no matter its visibility and making changes as we perceive what fits where. The pregnant Moon enters her gibbous phase at 6:20 pm, MT. It's time to harness one's attention on behaviors related to harmonizing new approaches to age-old issues of great worth. This involves tying together the insights and events of the past week and a half, looking at how they connect, and polishing off what doesn't fit.

May 16 Friday
The Libra Moon reminds us of those commonly shared behaviors and experiences that form our relationships and give us confidence to advance our ideals. Some of these are cultural links that we may boast about with ease yet may present difficult to handle obstacles when we seek change. Libra appreciates the beauty of alliances and seeks ways to compromise to maintain connections when some of the parties are operating at a different level. Listen to MoonWise tomorrow on the worldwide web at ksfr.org from 1:00 to 1:30 pm, MT, for the weekend Moon Minute.

May 17 Saturday
With the almost fully lit Scorpio Moon this weekend, we may find ourselves in the midst of risk-taking activity as we seek to tie up loose ends having to do with which values get full exposure and which are kept hidden, altered, or trashed. What is it in you that transcends threats, catastrophes, and ridicule? Whatever that is, is priceless and may unexpectedly standout in very familiar circumstances. Our hearts are attracting what we feel inside of us. Applaud the ever-growing awareness of your inner self. Allow that part of you to bring out your highest expression.

New and Crescent Moon

May 5 Monday
At 6:18 am, MT, we have a new Moon in Taurus, urging us to look at how we value the wisdom and beauty of nature in our daily life. How much time do we consciously spend outdoors? And how much do we look to nature for advice on how to live? Global warming is not nature’s fault. As a wiser, older being, Gaia is teaching us something. Observe your natural environment today for sudden, unexpected insights into the order of things. Notice how you pass your views on to other people. Is your approach stale? Do you need a new method of explaining what is of great worth to you?

May 6 Tuesday
With this new phase Gemini Moon we may feel like breaking out of a sense of confinement that has been lurking about lately. It may be quick and easy to slip into a state of agility with any undertaking. Thoughts and feelings interact in a refreshing way. Access to deeper inner realms is readily available. Some of the ideas that pop up from that interior space may seem fanciful, hard to believe. Yet if we think about fairy tales and other such yarns, we know that there are natural bits of wisdom embedded in them. Get those useful messages and apply them to new situations.

May 7 Wednesday
Wednesday’s Gemini Moon brings sudden changes of mind and wild thoughts. We may be able to use them in identifying a new direction to replace the usual humdrum. Don’t avoid the reality of unsettling moments. They are valuable switches that can teach us new moves in our daily dance. These could turn out to be shortcuts or a longer and more enjoyable approach to the tasks at hand. The Moon goes void of course at 7:37 pm, MT, until early tomorrow morning. As she fans out the plethora of data that Gemini collects, she may send lots of information our way, perhaps in our dreams.

May 8 Thursday
The Moon moved into Cancer this morning, confronting tough underlying stuff that encourages change. At 10:39 am, MT, she enters her crescent phase, which challenges us to do something with new developments. Whatever they are, they have long-term implications. We would be wise to invest some energy and intention into deciding on pursuing some recent ideas or insights. They may simply be feelings that, if followed, set future trends in our lives. Resonating to our hearts and feeling those inclinations backed with persistent efforts can lead to rewarding experiences.

May 9 Friday
With the Moon in Cancer and the planet Jupiter going retrograde, there is an atmosphere of charm, grace, and social celebration. Our awareness antenna is highly sensitive, finely tuned. Notice what belongs and what doesn’t. Strong yearnings get passionately driven as Mars shifts to a faster gear by moving into Leo today. The Moon begins to empty herself of Cancer at 6:06 pm, MT. During this void of course period, which lasts till tomorrow morning, we can collect images for a new chapter in our lives. Listen to MoonWise tomorrow on the worldwide web at ksfr.org from 1:00 to 1:30 pm, MT, for the weekend Moon Minute.

May 10 Saturday
We have a Leo Moon for the weekend, encouraging us to open up and take risks that bring renewal and fullness to our lives. At times it make be challenging to be in an easy flow, having fun. Awkward, fumbling moments may erupt. On Sunday evening at 9:47, MT, the Moon enters her first quarter phase. Plan for an action-packed week ahead! At this stage of the cycle we need to circulate energy and get past emotional obstacles that keep us stuck. Consider developing some innovative behavior, and look for a safe place to exhibit it.

Last Quarter and Balsamic Moon

April 28 Monday
The Aquarius Moon enters her last quarter phase at 8:12 am, MT, as she quietly lowers herself in the western sky. It is important to listen to one’s inner senses and counsel during this period. The setting Moon can symbolize our habits around how we follow, or deviate from, the collective will as we move into the future. The Aquarius Moon reminds us of our common humanity and how we ultimately prosper by bearing one another’s burdens. And the Aquarius part of us shows how we honor and respond to the more evolved inner worlds. How we externally behave can transmute us internally into a communion with those realms.

April 29 Tuesday
With this Aquarius Moon, give equal attention and respect to various ways of knowing, like intuition, rational thought, imagination, mythic-poetic sensitivity, inspirations, psychic communication, and even fantasy. Powerful and strange forces are in the air, and it may take a wide range of perceptive tools to get a hint of their meaning without being overwhelmed, spaced-out, or hyper-stimulated. Take in as much as you can of these “seeds of the future.” Notice what you resonate with and how certain things fit your inner scenarios. Give some thought to how you might attract what appeals to you.

April 30 Wednesday
The Moon is in Pisces, a sign that gives much attention to envisioning an ideal world, utopia. The waning Moon is shrinking into the inner darkness where imagination and dreams conjure up possible futures. If you have a glimpse of some new plans for next week, visualize them unfolding and feel what it will be like carrying out the activities required. Explore as many of the possibilities you would appreciate manifesting. On a mythic level, Pisces represents the Great Mother who gives birth to all things. Where does she dwell within you? How do you make use of her presence?

May 1 Thursday
With this Pisces Moon, we might be thrilled by the process of reforming our personal world. While caught up in the excitement of such creativity, be alert to the use of universal spiritual principles. What we project outwardly is a reflection of what is within us. Give yourself permission to choose what feels good and right for you, and seek understanding what that says about your character. Spontaneously following such impulses can propel you on a path to greater self-discovery. During the dreaming hours of night, the Moon makes her transition from Pisces to Aries, from the womb of all possibilities to a personal projectile.

May 2 Friday
The Moon entered her balsamic phase just after midnight, MT, and a few hours later moved into Aries. This dark, hidden Aries Moon is eager for a new exploration but does not know where to begin. The balsamic phase is a time to allow the underlying forces to guide us. Surrender to frustrations, delays, detours. Trust that all is well orchestrated in the web of life, no matter how uncomfortable it gets. Mental images abound. Make a mind map with them. Listen to MoonWise tomorrow on the worldwide web at ksfr.org from 1:00 to 1:30 pm, MT, for the weekend Moon Minute.

May 3 Saturday
With Saturday’s Aries Moon we are urged to be quick and thorough, especially when it comes to identifying current factors that are important in the ongoing development of self-mastery. Each of us has so much promise, but can we actualize it with, or without, the approval of others? After midnight the Moon voids herself of Aries and moves into Taurus at 5:58 am, MT, Sunday. This sign represents the epitome of natural beauty, grace, love, and light. Its fertility breeds connections for accessing the means to produce whatever is desired. Getting clarity on that is the challenge.