Big news, again this month, as Mercury begins his (hers?) slow waltz backwards on June 12.

That's right, it's back to the future time as Mercury goes retrograde. It doesn't mean that everything is going to fall apart, but it does indicate a time when it is best to reconsider all options before moving ahead. Better yet, take a long vacation.

Aries sometimes, it's just tough to be an Aries. Or, if you're an Aries, you're tough? Something to that effect. It's a battle of the wills again, and this is a good time for you to learn to go with the flow. all the Martian energy has moved on to other signs so it's a good time to take it easy. You'll also find that you are feeling crosswise with the Universe these days. Go easy this month.

Taurus: Ê Mars comes waltzing in, and with him (her?) comes a certain war-like energy. As politely as possible, look for anger to come bouncing out at times which might not be the most appropriate. Perhaps it would be best to curb your tongue during this time, or, as a viable option, consider investing in some body armor. But seriously, folks, this is your month for some raw energy to do something really good.

Gemini: think rationally about this now, since many of you have a birthday at this time, what influence can a small planet actually have on your life. never mind that you are ruled by µ Mercury, or that this little planet is dragging itself backwards across your very ego. No, don't let any of this bother you. Perhaps it would be a good time to crawl in bed and not come out until the middle of July like a summer hibernation.

Cancer: µ Mercury's little dance starts and ends here, in your sign, so you have many little difficulties to deal with. Perhaps the best thing you can look forward to is taking a little time to yourself, especially towards the end of the month and getting your philosophical outlook realigned. maybe buy some self-help books; you'll feel better.

Leo: a deep sense of gentle beauty comes gently careening your way. Time to fall in love all over again. Just beware of short-term infatuations. It looks as if a Taurus individual will play an important roll in your immediate future: enjoy the ride, and, as always, party on!

Virgo: the stuff which was dredged up last month seems to have a chance of being resolved this month. You're undergoing an event which doesn't occur too often in one's lifetime, and it is a time to get some of the facts straight. Make some sense out of the Universe by applying your good logic.

Libra: you'll find yourself at odds with some aspects of beauty this month. You will be more at ease if you pay close attention to personal grooming. That effort will be rewarded by the end of the month. It will be tough this month to maintain your usual balanced outlook.

Scorpio: at some point, during this month, you will find that your basic drive, the urge to move forward (or move at all) will be gone. don't despair, or, at the very least, make an attempt not to indulge this time of relatively low energy. The motive to move will return, almost by the next month.

Sagittarius: you seem to have a little more trouble than usual again this month. Try and consider the good side: your lucky star, the planet which rules Sagittarius is making strong headway towards you, at least, by the end of the month. Until then, though, you might encounter many of the usual problems associated with a retrograde µ Mercury, i.e., communications are troublesome and so are authority figures.

Capricorn: at some point this month, you will find that you are, quite literally, bursting with good ideas, and now is your chance to implement some of these concepts. you can move ahead, although you will feel like your forward progress is impeded by others around you. Try and carry on despite others' objections.

Aquarius: I know you don't want to believe someone like an astrologer, but this could be a good month for you except for a little matter of direction: you just don't want to take anyone's advice, not at all. Still, you ought to find that you are doing well except for a little Leo interference. Don't worry about the person who is standing in your way: he/she will wind up being all talk.

Pisces: even with all the tough lessons going on right now (relationships are an issue), you will find that you have a certain heightened appreciation of art and beauty. It may sound odd, but this is a good month to consider making an investment in the Fine Art area, just for yourself. Your tastes have never been better, and that piece might wind up being worth a lot more than you paid for it. And remember: it's always good to be a Pisces.