Moving Fast

This can feel like two entirely different months. The first two weeks of May could be somewhat squishy as your ruling planet Mars swims through super-sensitive Pisces. You might feel like hiding out, rather than being the straight-ahead person you usually are. It's appropriate to be less direct now, as you are exploring inner spaces of feeling instead of jumping into action without a second's hesitation. Your coming out starts on May 13, when Mars forms an intense 90-degree square with potent Pluto that is liable to push your buttons and move you towards action. Extreme behavior is possible, so watch your temper and tame your feelings to avoid going too far.

On May 15, Mars enters your sign, where it will light you up with high energy, enthusiasm and impatience. The fire is back and you are unlikely to sit around and wait for someone to come to you. It's time to take the initiative in making contact with someone new or pushing your current relationship to a new and more exciting place. Your passion, though, could be overwhelming for the faint of heart, so if you're wooing someone of the shy persuasion, tone it down to keep from scaring him or her off. However, you'll be happier with a spicier playmate who can take the rough and tumble of teasing and testing, and who is unafraid of diving into new emotional and physical territory. You'll be moving fast, Aries, and a need a partner who can keep up with you.

About the Author
Jeff Jawer is the co-author of Barnes & Noble's 'Your Astrology Guide 2007.' A professional astrologer since 1973, his articles have appeared in astrology journals and magazines and Web sites around the world. He holds a B.A. in The History and Science of Astrology from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst and teaches and lectures both in the United States and abroad.