The indigenous peoples of the New World didn't agree on this month's full moon. Let's start in the north. The Nunamiut Eskimos called this the "moon when the ice goes out of the rivers." The Lakota Sioux preferred the "moon of the shedding ponies," while the Cheyenne noted this moon was the "time when the horses get fat." The Taos tribe dubbed it the "corn planting moon," while the San Juan peoples preferred "leaf tender moon." Whether your leaves are tender or your ice is cracking, the full moon ratchets the intensity for all, but especially air and water people.

Wednesday, May 22 Waxing moon in Libra, sun moves into Gemini. We're all torn between dreams and responsibility (pace Delmore Schwartz). Libras, you may need to stamp your feet, even if you don't know what's so vexing. Capricorns are entering one of those "guess I'll do it since no one else will" periods that brings late nights and a glorious sense of mission. And it's way too easy to resent stupid stuff. Like, why didn't the vending machine hang on to that last bag of Bugles just for you.

Thursday, May 23 Waxing moon in Libra. Talking about yourself more than usual in the past few days? Self-revelation continues, with romantic emphasis for Scorpios and Leos. Libras: if you disapprove and shut up, you get big karma points (doubly true for September scales – you're stressed until mid June). Cancers may extract a promise from a space cowboy who hates to commit to one horse. Is that what you want? VOC 3:30 through 6 p.m.

Friday, May 24 Waxing moon in Scorpio. Secret deeds cause stress, except for Scorpios, who should be plotting now. Aquarians may need to flake out this weekend (hey, I'm warning your friends!). Pisces are entering a period where they're attractive to others because they're so shy and sensitive. Practice making eye contact with others in the mirror.

Saturday, May 25 Waxing moon in Scorpio. A full-moon weekend invariably means the domestic beasties are careening from room to room, desperately in search of ... What is it exactly? Humans, however, will go anywhere for romance or sensual comfort. Scorpios, the universe wants you surprised and will go to extraordinary lengths to achieve this. Leos, don't let those water sign folks dampen your enthusiasm. Cancers, crucial planets are saying, "Jump – you can fly!" VOC 5 to 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, May 26 Full moon in Sagittarius. Super time for frolicking and athletics but brutal for getting information straight up. You may think someone feels strongly when they actually, uh, hadn't considered things at all. Sagittarians, push yourselves, because you'll resent others pushing you. Virgos, persnickety doesn't cut it this weekend – others will misinterpret your tone. Geminis, what happened around Mother's Day that's climaxing now?

Monday, May 27 Waning moon in Sagittarius. Excellent day for a second look at travel or education. Sagittarians, if emotions are riding high for you in recent days, remember this: what you feel now you probably won't feel forever. Pisces should probably be left alone – start unplugging things. Aries, today is your time to shine – later you may seem argumentative.