May 16 — 22 horoscope

ARIES | (March 21-April 19)

Your sign will feel this particular Mercury Retrograde more than the other signs because it is taking place in the part of your chart that is Mercury's home. Expect car problems and transportation delays. (Flat tires, failed engines — something.) Get ready for missed appointments and confused communications. Oy! However, you will easily finish studying or writing something. Even though you're caught up in delays and goofy mistakes, you will enjoy life because it is fast-paced and exciting! Plus, you will appreciate the beauty of your daily surroundings and feel more warmly connected to others. (Gosh.)

TAURUS | (April 20-May 20)

Your focus on money, cash flow and movable possessions will be strong in the next four weeks. (“I can't believe I own all this stuff.”) Something will prompt you to catalogue, organize and get rid of what you don't need. You will also be more focused on money, cash flow and earnings. Although cheques in the mail will be late and other delays might be irksome, nevertheless, a money-making idea that you had in the past might be worth reconsideration. Why not run it up the flagpole to see if anyone salutes? You will attract money, goods and favours to you this month. Likewise, you will buy pretty things and antiques. (It's who you are.)

GEMINI | (May 21-June 20)

Oh my, the Sun, Venus and your ruler Mercury are in your sign for the next four weeks. (Venus moves into Cancer on June 2.) This means the whole world will experience a dazzling display of Gemini energy! Obviously, this is your chance to recharge your batteries for the rest of the year. It's also why you will feel vigorous, energetic and enthused about life, while Venus will make you smooth, charming and diplomatic. Of course, Mercury Retrograde will attract friends and ex-partners back into your world. Mostly this is a good thing because it's nice to have history with others. Enjoy this lovely boost of energy and attention!

CANCER | (June 21-July 22)

Your personal year is coming to an end; however, your new year is not yet ready to begin. This means the next four weeks are the perfect time to reflect. Look back over your shoulder. How well are you doing at the art of living? What changes do you want for your new year ahead? What goals do you want to make? After all, goals make future decision-making easier and they keep you on track and give you focus. This window of time will be great for doing research. Meanwhile, some of you are swept up in the throes of a secret, passionate, love affair. “Heathcliff!”

LEO | (July 23-Aug. 22)

The next four weeks will bring a welcome change into your life because you will be more popular and more involved with younger people as well as creative, artistic types. (Just what the doctor ordered.) You will enjoy talking to groups and friends online or in person. You'll be excited about creating new goals for the future. It's as if you're waking up after hibernation. “Life! I remember what that was. Yes, it's time to live again!” Mercury retrograde will attract old friends back into your world; plus, it will help you to accomplish old goals that you never achieved or finished. Relations with friends will be cosy; in fact, a friend could become a lover. “Masks off!”

VIRGO | (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Life will be increasingly thrilling during the next four weeks because this is the only time all year the Sun will be sitting at the very top of your chart. This means you will be thrust into the limelight! Everyone will notice you more than usual. But lo! This light is flattering. Everyone admires you, especially parents, bosses and VIPs, even if you don't do anything special. (It's smoke and mirrors.) This is why you will be asked to take on increased responsibilities, and others will come to you for your advice, especially about how to make something look better. Meanwhile, competition or increased physical activity will stir your blood!

LIBRA | (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

The next four weeks will be like a breath of fresh air for you because you will do something to satisfy your urge for adventure, stimulation and a chance to learn something new! You will appreciate the beauty of art, architecture and the crafts of other cultures. Ideally, you would achieve these things through travel, but in these times of COVID restrictions, you have to travel through books and film. Talk to people from different cultures. You might hear from people far way because Mercury Retrograde will attract them to you. Do what you can to satisfy your love of beauty and learning. Explore new avenues in publishing, the media, medicine and the law.

SCORPIO | (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You are an intense sign and in the next four weeks, your life will become even more intense. For starters, romance and love affairs will be passionate! The stuff of movies. This could be because ex-lovers are back on the scene. (Sigh.) Or you might meet someone new through an old friend who has returned to your world. Romantic passion aside, details about inheritances, shared property and insurance matters will be a strong focus. Fortunately, Mercury Retrograde will help you

wrap up old business in these matters. You will also receive a gift, an inheritance or a favour from someone in the next month. Major bonus!

SAGITTARIUS | (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

For the next four weeks, the Sun and Mercury Retrograde are sitting directly opposite your sign, which is a sure indication that you will hear from ex-partners and friends from your past. In addition, it will give you an opportunity for closure, and a chance to learn more and catch up on old news. (Trade lies about the bad old days.) You might even learn more about your style of relating and your values with your closest one-to-one relationships. Meanwhile, your sex drive is amped because of the placement of Mars in your chart. However, this same placement of Mars can also indicate disputes about shared property, mortgages, inheritances, loans and debt. Overall picture: It's a fascinating time with others, especially people from your past.

CAPRICORN | (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You are hard working. “No slackers allowed!” You like efficiency and hate waste. These are some reasons you'll be happier in the next four weeks. Your main goal will be to get better organized. You want to work smart and be effective in everything you do. You will make lists and tackle old jobs that you've been meaning to get to for a while. Not only will you work to organize your world, you will want to improve your health as well. “I want it all!” Co-workers will be supportive. Please note: Your ability to finish old jobs and work that has been dragging on and on will be stellar. You'll wrap up this stuff in a flash. Show us your superpower!

AQUARIUS | (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You're entering one of the most fun-filled months of the year! Mercury Retrograde will attract old flames from your past. Meanwhile, parents might hear from kids who wandered off the block. Your personal goal will be to enjoy yourself and express your creative urges. (“Look, ma!

No hands!”) The arts, sports, playful activities with kids and the freedom to be just who you are and express yourself without fear or hesitation will be the order of the day! In a perfect world, you would go away on a vacation. But with current COVID-19 restrictions, you will have to have a vacation the best way you can make it happen. “We're booking male dancers and ordering a case of wine.”

PISCES | (Feb. 19-March 20)

Your focus on home, family and your personal and private life will be much stronger than usual in the next four weeks. Your interaction with a parent will be significant. Furthermore, you will be in touch with relatives you have not seen or heard from in a while. Some of you have a strong urge now to redecorate and make your digs look prettier. A few velvet pillows on that new sofa perhaps? Fiery Mars will urge you to be active in sports and fun athletics, especially with your kids. Despite these busy distractions, you will value quiet moments to cocoon at home, as well. Nice.