The May Birthstone is the Emerald which is emblematic of love and success. The emerald used to be one of Cleopatra's favorite gems. Emerald is called the traditional birthstone of May. It has long been associated with fertility, rebirth, and love. Ancient Romans went so far as to dedicate this stone to Venus, the goddess of love and beauty. Today, it is thought that emeralds signify wisdom, growth, and patience. Chrysoprase is considered the secondary birthstone for the month of May.
May Zodiac Signs
Month of May Zodiac Signs are Taurus(until May 20) and Gemini(May 21 onwards).
Taurus (April 20 - May 19) The Taurus has great strength in physical and mental capacities. Maybe this is why stubbornness or being a stuborn bull is often associated with this star sign. Work wise being able to teac to others is one of their strengths, at least on some level due to the fact that they are sympathetic and loving. Taurus is compatible with: Libra, Taurus, Cancer, Capricorn, Virgo and Pisces.
Gemini (May 20 - June 20) Geminis tend to be very unpredictable. Be always ready for a surprise from them. Being creative and open can result in Geminis changing their behaviour rather frequently. People born under this star sign are very adaptable to new situations or life changes. Add to this the positive nature towards life that Gemini possess. Gemini are compatible with: other Gemini, Leo, Libra and Aquarius.
May Birth Flowers
Month of May is associated with the Lily of the valley flower. It is generally white in colour. The birth flower Lily conveys sweetness and humility. In the Victorian era, it was gifted to convey the romantic message: you have made my life complete. The other May flower is the hawthorn plant, which represents hope and supreme happiness. Hawthorne signifies that you want only the best for the recipient.
Humility, Chastity and Sweetness. Sweetly scented and rare May Birth Flower Lily also signifies a return to happiness.
Historical Events for May, 1964
2nd » Vietnam War: An explosion sinks the USS Card CVE-11 6 while it is docked at Ho Chi Minh City Saigon. Viet Cong forces are suspected of placing a bomb on the ship. She is raised and returned to service less than seven months later.
2nd » First ascent of Shishapangma the fourteenth highest mountain in the world and the lowest of the Eight-thousanders.
5th » The Council of Europe declares May 5 as Europe Day.
7th » Pacific Air Lines Flight 773, a Fairchild (aircraft manufacturer) or Fairchild F-27 airliner, crashes near San Ramon, California, killing all 44 aboard; the Federal Bureau of Investigation named FBI later reports that a cockpit recorder tape indicates tha
20th » Discovery of the cosmic microwave background radiation by Robert Woodrow Wilson and Arno Penzias.
22nd » The U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson announces the goals of his Great Society social reforms to bring an "end to poverty and racial injustice" in America.
28th » The Palestine Liberation Organization is formed.
29th » The Arab League meets in East Jerusalem to discuss the Palestinian question, leading to the formation of the Palestine Liberation Organization.
Famous Birthdays on May in 1964
1st » Lady Sarah Chatto, English daughter of Princess Margaret, Countess of Snowdon
1st » Will Kimbrough, American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and producer
1st » Yvonne van Gennip, Dutch speed skater
3rd » Ron Hextall, Canadian-American ice hockey player and manager
24th » Pat Verbeek, Canadian ice hockey player and manager
25th » Ivan Bella, Slovak colonel, pilot, and astronaut
25th » David Shaw (ice hockey) e.g David Shaw, Canadian-American ice hockey player
25th » Ray Stevenson (actor) called Ray Stevenson, Irish-English actor
26th » Caitlín R. Kiernan, Irish-American paleontologist and author
26th » Lenny Kravitz, American singer-songwriter, guitarist, producer, and actor
26th » Argiris Pedoulakis, Greek basketball player and coach
27th » Adam Carolla, American actor, producer, and screenwriter
27th » Zheng Geping, Singaporean actor
28th » David Baddiel, American-English comedian, actor, and author
28th » Jeff Fenech, Australian boxer
28th » Armen Gilliam, American basketball player and coach (d. 2011)
28th » Christa Miller, American actress
28th » Zsa Zsa Padilla, Filipino singer and actress (Hotdog (band) called Hotdog)
28th » Phil Vassar, American singer-songwriter and pianist
29th » Jestoni Alarcon, Filipino actor and politician
29th » Howard Mills III, American politician
30th » Wynonna Judd, American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and actress (The Judds)
30th » Andrea Montermini, Italian race car driver
30th » Tom Morello, American singer-songwriter, guitarist, actor, and activist (Audioslave, Rage Against the Machine, The Nightwatchman, and Axis of Justice)
31st » Leonard Asper, Canadian lawyer and businessman
31st » Stéphane Caristan, French hurdler
31st » Yukio Edano, Japanese politician, Minister for Foreign Affairs (Japan) named Japanese Minister for Foreign Affairs
31st » Scotti Hill, American guitarist and songwriter (Skid Row (American band) or Skid Row)
31st » Darryl McDaniels, American rapper and producer (Run–D.M.C.)