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The Many Faces of May: A Month of Possibility

  • Writer: Geri Deane
    Geri Deane
  • 7 days ago
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By Geri Deane | gerideane.com


May


It’s not just a month—it’s a whisper of permission, a promise of change, and a call to action.


May I start over?

May you chase a new dream?

May we finally take that next big step?


Unlike any other month, May doubles as both time and hope. And in my world—helping people open doors to new possibilities—it’s one of the most meaningful months of the year.


May is the month that peonies bloom here in my Zone 7a garden in Northern Virginia
May is the month that peonies bloom here in my Zone 7a garden in Northern Virginia

Let’s look at who, what, where, and when matters most in May—and how this season of transition might just be the invitation you’ve been waiting for.


WHO Matters in May


  • Mothers and Caregivers. May gifts us with Mother’s Day, a time to honor the ones who nurtured us, guided us, and often, held the keys to the first homes we ever knew. Whether you're celebrating your own mother, mothering others, or honoring memories, May wraps its arms around you.

  • Graduates. From kindergartners to PhDs, May is full of caps, gowns, and fresh starts. It’s a month where doors close—and even more open.

  • Military Families. With Memorial Day, we pause to remember those who gave everything in service. We honor their families and their legacies.

  • Movers and Dreamers. In real estate, May is the heartbeat of the season. People are buying, selling, relocating, and redefining what home means—and I’m right there with them.





WHAT May Brings


  • A Blooming Life. May doesn’t just bloom in gardens—it blooms in lives. It’s when front porches come alive, patios open for gathering, and neighborhoods hum with possibility.

  • A Season of Change. From job transitions to school decisions, from weddings to relocations, May is where change comes into full view.

  • Moments of Awareness. It’s also Mental Health Awareness Month and AAPI Heritage Month, reminding us to care for ourselves and celebrate others.


WHERE May Leads Us


  • From Indoors to Outdoors. We move from inside our homes to enjoying everything around them. May turns decks, yards, and sidewalks into gathering spaces.

  • To New Locations. It’s National Moving Month, after all. People are relocating across towns, across states, and across oceans. As a Realtor with global connections, I help clients make those transitions—smoothly, strategically, joyfully.

  • Back to Ourselves. Sometimes the biggest moves are internal. May invites reflection, clarity, and bold next steps.


WHEN May Means Momentum


January may get all the hype for new beginnings, but May is where momentum really builds.


  • Warm weather brings energy.

  • School calendars drive decision-making.

  • The market awakens and opportunities bloom.


If you’ve been thinking “maybe later,” May might be whispering “why not now?”


What May You Do Next?


So let me ask you:


What may this month open for you?


  • A new home?

  • A fresh chapter?

  • A long-awaited move?

  • Or simply, a shift toward more joy and alignment?


As always, I’m here to help you explore those possibilities—with insight, care, and global reach.



May this be your moment.

May your dreams take root.

May we open the door—together.


Ready for a move or just want to explore your options?


Let’s talk.


Opening the Door to All Possibilities.

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