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, 1982
1st » Operation Black Buck: The Royal Air Force attacks the Argentine Air Force during Falklands War.
2nd » Falklands War: The British nuclear submarine HMS Conqueror S48 6 sinks the Argentina Argentine cruiser ARA General Belgrano ARA 'General Belgrano'.
4th » Twenty sailors are killed when the United Kingdom British Type 42 destroyer HMS Sheffield D80 6 is hit by an Argentina Argentinian Exocet missile during the Falklands War.
12th » During a procession outside the shrine of the Virgin Mary in Fátima, Portugal, security guards overpower Juan María Fernández y Krohn before he can attack Pope John Paul II with a bayonet. Krohn, an ultraconservative Spain named Spanish priest opposed to
21st » Falklands War: A British amphibious assault during Operation Sutton leads to the Battle of San Carlos (1982) called Battle of San Carlos.
24th » Liberation of Khorramshahr: Demography of Iran or Iranians recapture of the port city of Khorramshahr from the Iraqis during the Iran–Iraq War.
25th » HMS Coventry (D118) or HMS 'Coventry' is sunk during the Falklands War.
29th » Pope John Paul II becomes the first pontiff to visit Canterbury Cathedral.
29th » Falklands War: United Kingdom known as British forces defeat the Argentina called Argentines at the Battle of Goose Green.