Sounds dreamy, but there’s one hitch. Mercury, the planet that rules communication, technology and travel, is retrograde (backward) May 8th-31st. Mercury retrograde will touch these same two areas of your chart. Exes and old relationship issues may crop up during this cycle. You may have a few bumps in the road working with other people. Try to see it as an opportunity. Whatever comes up was never really resolved anyway, so put the proper closure on it.

The high point comes at the Scorpio full moon on May 9th. A goal or vision you’ve been working toward since last Fall could really come together. This is truly your day to shine in ’09, so position yourself to be noticed!

LOVE & ROMANCE:
What do you want from a partner—and what do you bring to a partnership? These are the questions to ponder in May. There will be plenty of opportunities to join forces or deepen the bonds you already have. However, you may need to work through the terms of your relationship first. With Mercury retrograde from May 8th-31st, misunderstandings can flare with a significant other. Talk, don’t walk. A dramatic Scorpio cutoff will only see you returning with your tail between your legs. Begging for forgiveness is so not your thing, so chill with the drama.

Frankly, a lot of this is your issue anyway. Old feelings of jealousy and possessiveness resurface from May 8th-13th, and those “trust issues” of yours go on red alert. After this high-intensity week, you may need to sift through the rubble and do a little relationship repair. Are you following the golden rule in your love life, or do you have a double standard? You can’t expect more from others than you’re willing to give yourself. Play fair if you’re going to play the game.

MONEY & CAREER:
Make me an offer—no don’t. With Mercury, ruler of contracts and communication, in its wacky retrograde position, a deal could be on one minute, off the next. In some ways, that’s positive. It will buy you some time to assess whether this situation is right for you. Scorpio, your intuition is razor-sharp, so you should never do anything that goes against your gut.

With Mercury retrograde, you’ll want to read the fine print this month. The tiny details count now, especially when it comes to your money. Read through credit card statements carefully, guard against identity theft and work on paying off debt. If your credit needs repair, talk to a consultant who can help you rebuild your standing. Legal contracts and real estate are also featured. If you’re moving, don’t rush—you might find an even better option in June. At the minimum, make sure the terms of your lease or mortgage papers are rock-solid.

With ambitious Mars and social Venus in your sixth house of work all month, you should definitely get out and mingle. Hit those mixers with a stack of business cards and a mission. Hosting your own charity mixer (even an informal one) will put you on the map and help you spread the word about a project. Plan this between May 16th-31st, when builder-planet Saturn goes into full-power direct (forward) mode in your sector of groups and society.

HEALTH & FITNESS:
Health is one of the bright spots in your chart this month, Scorpio. Beautifying Venus and sexy Mars are both in Aries, your sixth house of well-being. A sleek and sexy Scorpio is in the stars! You’ve got energy for any task at hand, and you should find it easy to squeeze in a workout, despite your busy schedule.

The sixth house rules the abdomen and digestive system, so focus on building your core strength and keeping your systems running smoothly. Add more fiber to your diet with fresh juice and produce, or do a simple cleanse to detoxify your system. Pets are also governed by the sixth house; studies show they can lower stress and blood pressure levels. Why not adopt a furry creature, or leash up your pup for a power walk? It’s a great way to enjoy the Spring weather and stay in shape, too. Bonus: with Cupid circling your chart this month, you never know whom you’ll meet while you're out and about.