The Cancer Sun (June 21 - July 22, 2015), ruled by the Moon, starts with the Summer Solstice. ​ It is the birth sign of the United States of America. Cancer is the first water sign of the Zodiac. ​ Cancers form their identity around home, family, food, plants, and personal experiences. They are very empathetic and enjoy nurturing others - and being cardinal, they have no problem taking the initiative to do so even though they are generally shy. ​ Being ruled by the Moon, they