With four planets in multi-tasking Gemini, you'll be talking up a storm. Your mind will crackle with original ideas, and your communication abilities will shine. If you write, speak, lecture, report, edit, or do research for a living, you'll find your skills are prized. The same is true if you work in sales, marketing, or public relations.

The June 3 new moon will also open the window of opportunity for writing assignments, lectures, speaking, and teaching. It's very possible you may be discussing an idea for a book, article, regular column, or project for radio, TV, or the Internet. If you do get an assignment in June, it will be one that has the power to raise your status and visibility quite a bit. If you are in a creative field, with Mars in such perfect angle to the Sun, your ideas will catch on and gain hearty approval. Alternatively, if you work in sales, an old client may come back to place a very large order.

This new moon will also perk your curiosity and increase your yearning to see and learn more about the world around you. Find ways to cater to your need for more stimulation, because a change would be good for you now.

This is a truly exciting vibration and one you will want to take full advantage of now. If you have an idea, discuss it, but realize that you'll still have to tweak it with the powers at the top. Don't be disappointed to hear that you won't be able to roll quickly. The very fact that they are speaking with you means that you have something valuable to offer.

I anticipate changes and some discussion about what you propose because Mercury will be retrograde until June 19, a mode it's been in since May 26. Mercury will bring a share of delays and mixed messages, and bouts of forgetfulness (such as when you send a private email to the wrong person and then feel very embarrassed.) To remedy this, simply be careful. Double-check your communications before you send them off. It would also be a good idea for you to make sure you've not forgotten something before you leave the house (or worse, leave it behind in transit).

Electronics, software, or other machines often go on the fritz during Mercury retrograde phases. You may find that certain appliances and electronics need repair. Alas, Mercury in retrograde will reveal any weaknesses in the machine's moving parts, but if you're quick you may be able to fix things again.

Put off buying expensive things until June 23. If you are an American and just got your government "economic stimulus" check, don't spend until that time, even though the money may be burning a hole in your pocket!

During the first three weeks of June, it would not be wise to make any firm agreements - written or verbal - because conditions will be in great flux. You won't have all the facts that you need, even if you think you do. The environment in which you are operating will change later, and if you make your commitment in early June you may be sorry you did, for you will realize later it was impossible to know what was to come.

This is a tough time for a Mercury retrograde period to come up, just when so many new opportunities are emerging for you. I can only assume that soon you'll realize that the ideas being discussed are not fully cooked and will require more discussion and in-depth thinking.

You may need to go back to projects you thought you finished to make them more viable to the client. Don't feel alone in this - everyone will be in the same boat. You should have no fear that the competition will get the jump on you, for this month, if they scramble to get the advantage, later you will have the last laugh when you see them trip over their shoelaces. In the first three weeks of June, the slow little turtle will win the race.

While you wait for planets to regulate their paths, consider booking a little pleasure trip. If you can't take a full week off, then try to book a long weekend off - it's clear you need the rest. You'll have Venus (happiness) and Mercury (intellectual pursuits) in the travel house, along with the Sun and new moon (opportunities galore), and that's plenty of energy to allow you to make your trip possible. All four of these heavenly bodies will act like cute, happy, funny little friends, jumping up and down, gleefully coaxing you out of the house.

The new moon will announce this trend for travel, June 3, so take out your map and pick a destination. The trip you take in early June will most likely be done by car, but with Mercury in retrograde, make sure you take your car to a mechanic to check out the motor, oil, tires, and other parts to be sure everything is in good working order.

While the first days of the month will center you on very short trips (from June 3 to 15), later, as you get closer to the full moon of June 18, you'll be ready to take a much longer journey, or be returning home from one. Talks you had earlier in the month and in May will be wrapping up, and you'll know the score by this full moon, June 18.

This month you may also have news about (or from) your sister, brother, or cousin that you'll want to discuss in detail together, due to the new moon's influence from June 3 onward. This new moon will be beautifully angled to several planets, so news should be positive.

If you were born on April 3 or within four days of this date, you will feel the effects of the June 3 new moon most.

If you were born on April 17 or within four days of this date, you will feel the affects of the June 18 full moon most.

Admittedly, the full moon on June 18 does bring Pluto in direct opposition, so someone in a high position of authority may attempt to force you to accept a position that makes you uncomfortable. This person may be almost anyone, but most likely would be a publisher or someone who holds a high-ranking job in government or academia.

Aspects of this full moon are mixed, but you will have more supportive aspects than difficult ones, so you might be able to extract yourself from the situation if you feel this person's demands are unfair. Or you may be able to negotiate better terms. Neptune, Saturn, and Mars - all powerful planets - will rush to help you at the full moon. It's not that you will be swimming alone in high seas - you'll have quite impressive cosmic help. This is why I feel you may be able to neutralize this heavy-handed person's demands!

Home and property may have been big themes in your life lately. You may have been unsure about what you wanted to do about a certain residential or other property, and the question seems to be coming up for a decision soon. You probably needed time to think about all your options. Alternatively, there may have been a major family-related challenge to sort out.

No matter what it was that you were thinking about in regard to your home, other property, or family, you seem to have finished phase one last month and will be ready to tackle the next stage - implementation - very soon. Wait until the new moon, July 2, to do so. Next month you will be very focused on home, property, and family, but if you jump the gun this month, your timing will be off.

If you have hoped to sell or buy a house, next month will bring you your best opportunity of the year to do so in early July. After July, if you choose to wait, you'll have to wait until December to see any sort of action, so if you are anxious to move forward, you will want to settle things in July.

I should temper what I just said by saying you should read for your rising sign too, if you know it. Always read for both. If you don't know your rising sign, go to http://www.mypersonalhoroscope.com for more information on your natal chart.

Your career will also be a big focus next month, too, so keep working toward your goal - you are likely to see real progress in July. I know, you like to keep up a fast pace, but June won't be the right month to forge ahead.

Now let's turn to the softer side of life - romance! Mars is now in Leo, a place it moved into on May 9, and is set to stay through June. The Red Planet is your ruler, so Mars' whereabouts will always matter more to you than it will most any other sign. For months, Mars focused your attention on your home - whether the physical space or on the people with whom you share your space. In Cancer since late September, Mars has been in hard angle to your Sun, but now all the tension is about to dissolve.

Mars in Leo is truly a delicious place for you for this enormously energetic planet will floodlight your fifth house of true love all month. At the time of the full moon, June 18, Mars will be within certain degree tolerances of Pluto, indicating you might be taking quite a romantic, fun, and social trip to a distant port. Venus will oppose Pluto too, and that's considered a really tender, powerfully positive romantic aspect (despite how it might sound to the layman). Since both planets will be in friendly-to-Aries fire and air signs, you seem poised for a very romantic episode this month, particularly within five days of June 19.

There are several days I would like you to circle on your calendar for outstanding social results. These should be standout evenings for you!

First, mark down Friday, June 6, when Venus and Mars will beam exciting signals to one another. These two planets are termed the cosmic lovers because when together, their sole job is to get the sparks of love flying. Happily, they are touring air and fire signs that are perfect for Aries. On that day the moon will be in Leo, the sign that teaches us all to have a little fun and to enjoy a bit of luxury from time to time. (This seems to be one of those times!)

Then, Saturday, June 21, friends may bubble up some excellent social ideas, and Venus will do her share by beaming glamorous, shimmering Neptune. The moon will be in Aquarius, a great sign for you, too. If you want to give a party, here's your day!

After June 23, things should get even better, for Mercury will no longer be retrograde (turning direct on June 19), so the next aspects may prove to be even stronger for you.

Watch Wednesday, June 25, when there will be a lovely cooperation between the Sun and Saturn in the heavens. The Sun rules your solar fifth house of true love, and Saturn's job is to stabilize and actualize what it touches. Saturn will each you to be practical too, and by that I mean to keep your feet well planted on the floor, which is helpful for starting or keeping a long-term relationship.

Finally, Monday, June 30 should be interesting too, for Mars will by then make its precise aspect to Pluto from your solar fifth house of true love. Pluto teaches us that transformation is always possible - what better way than through love?

Best romantic evenings: June 4, 6, 13, 21, 26-27, and 30.

Dear Aries, as said earlier, next month will focus you squarely on work projects and will bring important news about your career near the full moon July 18. In the meantime, if you have a make-it-or-break-it career meeting, you have a fabulous day coming up June 30, when Mars and Pluto will work together beautifully.

July won't be a month to travel - too much will be happening at work and also at home base - so while you have time, give yourself a break. As you see, you will have some sweet romantic moments, too.

Summary

Mercury may be retrograde through most of June, but rather than fighting the delays, mixed messages, and need to retrace steps, just laugh at the comedy of errors. Take extra precautions to be alert and double-check all your data, machines, and computers, and make sure you have your belongings as you travel. Don't push the "send" button too quickly on your email in June (lest you send the wrong material to the wrong party), nor leave sensitive documents in the copier after you're done. With just a little care, you'll stay in top shape and be ready to see lots of progress at the end of June and in July.

There is a huge intellectual emphasis in June, one that could give you a microphone, pen, or other venue to fully express your idea. You'll be raring to go, but you'll be wise to go slowly. Keep reworking your ideas and discuss methods with your client or boss. Take nothing for granted. What's about to surface could make you the center of much attention in your present industry or a new one, so it will be worth going slowly to be sure everything is shipshape.

Travel will be another major theme this month, and if you journey out of town it will be to places both near and far. Mercury will be retrograde through June 19, so delays will likely crop up. Remain unfazed. Bring along a good book and iPod to the airport to entertain yourself while you wait. If driving, have your car brought in for maintenance before you get on the road. The positive side of Mercury retrograde is that if you travel for pleasure, you'll likely visit a place you once loved but have not seen in a very long time, triggering a flood of beautiful memories.

If you travel for business, if the client is one you know from the past, you'll come back with a plan or possibly even the order. If you made a presentation, it should have gone well, for this month it will be easy for you to make a positive impression. This month your ability to listen critically will be strong. You'll be articulate and have no trouble making sure talks move in the right direction. Although you'll likely have many details to iron out, if you are patient, obstacles should fall away. Someone in authority may pressure you to present the story one way or another - if you feel strongly that this is not the course to take, you will need to speak up and present your thoughts forcefully. Be careful, however, not to tackle a battle you can't win because opposing pressure to simply accept the dictate will be strong.

Near the full moon, June 18, you'll be finishing a trip - very possibly a distant one. At the same time, if you work in the media, a key project will wind down. This full moon may be significant for another reason if you've been going to school. June 18 may be graduation day, or the day your diploma arrives - either way, it will bring cause for celebration.

Should you need to sign papers this month, wait until June 24 or 25, two especially positives days when the Sun and Saturn will bring long-term gains.

Romantically, your love life should be lively, thanks to your ruling planet, Mars, in your house of true love all month, until July 1. Having Mars' assistance will give you a wonderful edge, for it signifies the start of a whole new cycle in matters of the heart. If single, spending weekends in a nearby resort town would be one of your best ways to meet someone new.

Attached? You'll have fun too, and may decide to book a weekend for two in the country for some proper "me" time.

At other parts of the month, you'll find lots of fun ideas of things to do with your children. Fly kites, collect shells, visit the dinosaur museum, stop in at a block party or a community fair, do crafts, and have the children help you plant seeds. Mars in Leo will give you carte blanche to play and allow YOU to be a little kid again, too.