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, 2005
10th » A hand grenade thrown by Vladimir Arutinian lands about 65 feet (20 meters) from U.S. President George W. Bush while he is giving a speech to a crowd in Tbilisi, Georgia (country) or Georgia, but it malfunctions and does not detonate.
13th » The May 2005 unrest in Uzbekistan known as Andijan Massacre occurs in Uzbekistan.
13th » The Bính Bridge opens to traffic in Hai Phong, Vietnam.
18th » A second photo from the Hubble Space Telescope confirms that Pluto has two additional moons, Nix (moon) or Nix and Hydra (moon) called Hydra.
21st » The tallest roller coaster in the world, Kingda Ka opens at Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson Township, New Jersey.
31st » 'Vanity Fair (magazine) known as Vanity Fair' reveals that Mark Felt was Deep Throat (Watergate) or Deep Throat.
Famous Deaths for May 2005
1st » Kenneth Clark (psychologist) named Kenneth Clark, American psychologist (b. 1914)
2nd » Wee Kim Wee, Singaporean politician, 4th President of Singapore (b. 1915)
4th » David Hackworth, American colonel and journalist (b. 1930)
5th » Elisabeth Fraser, American actress (b. 1920)
5th » Edgar Ponce, Mexican actor and dancer (b. 1974)
7th » Tristan Egolf, American author and activist (b. 1971)
7th » Peter W. Rodino, American politician (b. 1909)