Monday, December 28, 2009

The Age Of Aquarius

Today I learned (by Googling "free natal chart" while bored at work, natch) that I am a Gemini, Leo rising, with Moon in Libra and ruling planet Mercury in Cancer. I know how fascinated you all must be by this revelation, and by "all" I mean "the two of you who are even aware of this blog's existence and my mom," and by "fascinated" I mean "have no idea what the hell I'm babbling about." So, let me enlighten you to some of the common characteristics supposedly displayed by those born under these signs:

With the Sun in Gemini, the urge for self-expression is strong.

Translation: I am an attention whore. Batting 1-for-1 so far.

It is not always intuitive to trust Geminis to be loyal or to keep secrets.

Translation: I am a real whore, too, and I have a big mouth. Yep, sounds about right.

Geminis have relatively short attention spans. Restlessness is especially common with this position of the Sun.

Ok, this one is just flat-out wro— Hey! Are those marshmallows? C’mon everyone — let’s dance!!!

Usually quite affable, Geminis enjoy the "light" side of life. This tendency to take things lightly makes them quite pleasing to be around; but it can be maddening to people seeking support on the deeper issues in life.

Case in point: I joined a Facebook group called "I Say 'That’s What She Said!' To Almost Everything"...unironically.

Geminis are both interesting and interested. Their wit can be dazzling and their changeability dizzying. At the very least, Geminis will seldom bore you.

*brushes shoulders off*

Leo rising people cannot help but be noticed. They radiate a special energy and magnetism that gets others' attention. Sometimes it's because they are loud people who pay a lot of attention to their personal appearance (especially their hair!) [emphasis mine]

Exhibit A: "I have a big mouth" [see above]
Exhibit B: Bingo! [see below]



Leo Ascendant people are very self-aware and body-conscious. They are acutely aware of others, and how they come across. In fact, these people are especially aware of their personal "backdrop" — they consider what the people they're with, and the environments they are in, do to their own image. Often, Leo rising natives feel as if they are on stage, even in the privacy of their own homes!

Translation: I am self-centered and shallow.

They are given to rash decisions, temper tantrums, and excesses.

Translation: I am also a spoiled bitch.

The tendency to overestimate things, and themselves, is generally present.

Translation: I am full of myself. Man, it's like these people really know me!

Leo rising people are generally demonstrative, and given to grand gestures. Drama comes naturally to these natives. In fact, some are so caught up in fiction, they're a little blind to fact. They have an unusual need to be admired.

Translation: I am a delusional drama queen...and an attention whore again.

Leo Ascendants pay special attention to their personal appearance and mannerisms. Usually, they choose clothing and hairstyles that are youthful.

Translation: I am immature.

No matter their age in real-world terms, Leo rising people are kids at heart.

Translation: I am really immature.

Leo rising natives are quite self-aware and have a natural flair for presentation, an eye for quality, and a hard-to-resist warmth of style. They want to make things happen, and create a stir.

Translation: I'm an attention whore...again.

Moon in Libra people have a strong need for partnership. Without someone to share their lives with, they feel utterly incomplete. This is why many people with this position get involved in marriages or living-together arrangements quite young...These are the people who seem to always need to have someone tag along with them wherever they go — even if it is to the corner store.

Uh...I'm single and live alone with a cat. But I am on antidepressants, so they may be on to something here...

Lunar Librans revel in a good debate. Mental rapport with others is especially important to them.

Translation: I am an intellectual snob. Back on track!

Rarely directly aggressive, Lunar Librans win your heart with their gentle and refined ways.

...or maybe not. *muffled laughter* "refined" *snort*

Moon in Libra natives simply can't help but see flaws in their environment and their relationships. In fact, anything out of whack will bother them until it's fixed. Although diplomatic with acquaintances, when Moon in Libra natives argue with their long-standing partners, they rarely let up until they win. And, winning an argument is a Libran specialty — in fact, they may not even believe what they are saying, but will adopt all kinds of ideas just to get the last word.

There's my girl!!!

Lunar Librans' idealistic outlook and constant striving for the best, most harmonious lifestyle can lead to much discontent. Looking for that one (elusive) perfect way to lead their lives can detract from enjoyment of the moment.

And there, in a nutshell, is my life.

You can bet that Mercury in Cancer natives will remember almost anything — from their own past, to your conversation two months ago...You can count on Mercury in Cancer to come up with information, culled from their outstanding memory, that others have long forgotten.

A while ago, a few years after Young Guns II came out and it wasn't really on the radar anymore, I was sitting in the living room reading a book when my brother walked in and — apropos of nothing — says, "Well, I don't share my bed with the law!" Without batting an eye or even looking up from my book, I respond, "And I don't keep with whores no more, so ain't we both content." To this day he thinks I practice some sort of special Jedi mind trick/photographic memory voodoo witchcraft.

Cancer communicators come across as intuitive, and sentimental. Sometimes, they can appear quite defensive, as they can take things quite personally.

Translation: I'm a big cry-baby. Dang, these people are good!

Cancer communicators' style is to avoid arguments. But, make no mistake about it, they can provoke arguments easily. They do this in a subtle manner, then get hurt when others argue with them.

Translation: I'm an instigating hypocrite. Spooky!

These people dislike distractions when they are talking or thinking. They also get frustrated with facts-only thinking processes.

Cases in point: I'm one of those people who turns down the car radio when I'm looking for a street address, and I get very frustrated trying to explain things to my co-worker Mikey. If you've ever had a conversation with my co-worker Mikey, you'll understand exactly how that last part fits in. If not, here's a sample conversation that actually took place between us not too long ago:

Me: "Hey, want to see something funny? My friend sent me this Valentine's Day card that says 'My true love is out there somewhere, and they can go fuck themselves.' How great is that?"

Mikey: "I don't get it. If they're your true love, why would you say something so mean to them?"

Me: "..."

Mercury in Cancer can be very effective speakers and writers, especially if they have Gemini Suns. Their ability to "feel out" their audience is extraordinary.

Hellz yeah! You feel me? >:)

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