A window of opportunity has opened, and it would serve us well to take full advantage of it. A series of very fine planetary aspects takes shape starting in the last week of April and extending into early May. The last-quarter square of the moon on April 28 signals a shift and a willingness to start over. It is a time when we clear up the concerns that have been onboard in our lives.

Mercury and Jupiter form a triangle on the same day, bringing excellent breakthroughs in communications and negotiations. Use the magic of the times by reaching out, stepping out, and doing something bold, provocative, and creative. It gets better. A grand triangle involving Venus, Saturn, and Pluto takes shape on May 1—May Day—which may spell relief and bring wonderful opportunities for cooperative efforts around the world. It may not be a cakewalk and some of the decisions may be tough to bear, but the results could prove to be very worthy.

Expressed another way, the stars are offering a time in this last part of April and early May when mountains can be moved and miracles witnessed. Reach out, shout out, and give generously.

This isn’t a time for petty politics, replete with strut and show, but time to show the world what we can truly do when our collective will is summoned. We will be in the mood to meet our problems head-on, and not just with Band-Aid remedies but with a lasting effort to bring comfort, nurturing, and safety to all souls.

Aries
March 21 - April 19
Venus completes her Aries visit on April 30. She has brought love and creative energy into your life. Opportunities to enhance yourself and restore your self-confidence come your way. Finances get a boost, and life is looking good. Action and excitement fill the days, and you may be putting out a lot of energy just to keep up.

Taurus
April 20 - May 21
Lucky you! Venus visits Taurus from April 30 to May 24, bringing excellent energy your way. Read the introduction for more information on the grand trine taking place on May 1. Excitement and adventure await thee. It’s your time to be all that you can be. Money, love, and success are indicated.

Gemini
May 22 - June 20
Rest up now if you can, as life’s activities are destined to increase starting in early May when Mercury comes home to Gemini for a visit. You will hardly notice, for Gemini always has a full agenda anyway. Expect a demanding whirlwind to manifest from May to July; you’ll come to rest midsummer. Set a pace that you can live with.

Cancer
June 21 - July 23
Tie a ribbon around your finger as a reminder that things may get intense on April 27 and 28. Tempers could flare easily. April 29 and 30 are better days as life smoothes out a bit. May 1 promises to be a magical day. You could plan something special, or special occurrences may take place.

Leo
July 24 - August 23
The last-quarter square of the moon in your opposite sign, Aquarius, on April 28 could bring some trying circumstances. Issues become cloudy, emotions murky, and the truth hard to find; April 29 carries the same energy. Get the facts before signing anything, and think twice before you do. The truth is always the best route to take.

Virgo
August 24 - September 23
Life may be bittersweet by the end of April. One phase ends and another begins. Career, home, and family concerns keep you hopping. May holds great promise, and happiness too. Continue to eliminate what is not worthy, as now is certainly the time to do so. Success and relief may come in late April and early May, as the planets will be casting excellent energy into your sign at that time.

Libra
September 20 - October 23
You may be busy and under pressure during the last days of April. Others challenge your views and hold you accountable for their problems. It’s a good time to work on the concerns that have come up. You may feel alone and without much support. Meeting the challenges head-on is best, as they won’t go away otherwise.

Scorpio
October 24 - November 22
The last-quarter square of the moon on April 28 may help clear up any issues that have been lingering at home or in your relationships, be they personal or professional. It may be tough to get to the truth, or to the core of what’s really wrong. Confused issues and miscommunications come up on April 29. Assume nothing, get the facts, and speak the truth.

Sagittarius
November 23 - December 21
April 24 could prove to be an important day when significant events cause you to change course. Battles over the abuse of power come up. A surge of some sort occurs, pushing things to the max. Heroic actions fuelled by adrenaline take place, or you may be in one of those moods where everything gets worked over and settled.

Capricorn
December 22 - January 20
The moon visits Capricorn from April 25 to 27, heightening life’s activities. A profound time has arrived when a great amount of action and excitement take place, and you get swept along into the future. Late April and early May are like no other time for your sign. I wish I were a Capricorn; go for the gusto.

Aquarius
January 21 - February 19
The last-quarter square of the moon on April 28 occurs in your sign. This brings opportunities to clear away, or work with, the problematic areas of your life. April 29 is an important day too; pay attention to what comes through. Your instincts and intuition are working overtime, and you may feel vulnerable and emotional. Choose another day to get to the facts. Confusion and delay mark the day.

Pisces
February 20 - March 21
The moon passes through Pisces from April 30 to May 1, enhancing life in many ways. You may have to deal with work and domestic issues, but otherwise it should prove to be a fine time when a certain flow brings you through the days. Do something special on May 1, as it is a unique day for your sign.

Mac McLaughlin conducts personal consultations. You can reach him at 604-731-1109 or through www.macsstars.com