Elements of the Zodiac

There are four elements in the zodiac:  fire, earth, air, water.


Fire signs include Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius.  They are classified as energetic.  I usually relate Aries to be a sudden explosion of fire.  Leo to me is a stable always burning fire, like the sun. Sagittarius reminds me of a forest fire, jumping from one thing to the next by little sparks that eventually become a great flames and finally burn out.


Earth signs include Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn.  They are classified as stable.  I think of Taurus as stuck in its ways, while Virgo is always grounded with its thoughts, and Capricorn always looks before it leaps.


Air signs include Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius.  They are classified as social.  These signs are always flying around with what they do and think.  Typically, they are laid back and sort of up in the air about things.


Water signs include Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces.  They are classified as emotional.  I typically think of Cancer as moody and is significantly ruled by the Moon (28-day cycle of moodiness).  I think of Scorpio as secretive and taking a lot of things in, giving it constant hidden emotions.  Pisces is the most flat out emotional sign and typically will express the emotions it is feeling.

The Vow: SPOILER ALERT

Yesterday, I went to see The Vow with one of my friends.  It was better than I thought it would be, considering Rachel McAdams and Channing Tatum portray their most stereotyped characters.  Honestly, I am getting so tired of Rachel McAdams in these kind of roles (especially because she's starting to look too old to play someone just out of college) - I'm also getting tired of the roles Leonardo diCaprio constantly plays.

The beginning is cute; but, as both my friend and I noticed, there is no blood on Rachel McAdams' character as she crashes through the windshield, while in the hospital, her face is covered in blood.  During the scene where Leo and Paige first meet, McAdams looks the oldest she does in the movie at all, which I find distracting since she's supposed to be playing someone fairly young.  Also, the names, Leo and Paige (though I know the story's based off of a real couple), are just weird.

I do think the overall story was more original than most in the recent romance category.  It was not as sad as I thought it would be, and the acting was better on Tatum's part than I figured.

I was disappointed with the ending.  I was in the mood for a twist and was strangely/sickly hoping that the couple would get hit by a car at the end when they walk off in the snow together (in the middle of the street).  I also thought that it was confusing and stupid that a parent would be pulling his child on a sled in the middle of a street in the snow.

Overall, I do give this movie a thumbs up if you're in the mood to just have some new entertainment.

Famous Pisces

Drew Barrymore

Alexander Graham Bell

Johnny Cash

Cindy Crawford

Albert Einstein

Galileo Galilei

Jennifer Love Hewitt

John Irving

Steve Jobs

Jon Bon Jovi

Edward Kennedy

Jack Kerouac

Spike Lee

James Madison

Michelangelo

Ralph Nader

Shaquille O'Neal

Dr. Seuss

John Steinbeck

Elizabeth Taylor

Carrie Underwood

John Updike

George Washington

Bruce Willis
Jon Hamm

Such random people!

Health Tips for Pisces

Exercise:

- swimming
- light jogging

Diet:

- iron-rich food
- avoid lots of sugar
- avoid adding extra salt to food
- avoid caffeine, especially from coffee

Suggestions:

- remember that things are best in moderation
- get lots of rest; try to go to bed early and wake up at a decent time
- quickly change out of wet clothing
- wear well-fitting shoes

What You Need to Know About Pisces

Pisces people tend to be intuitive, extremely emotional, romantic, imaginative, and adaptive/changeable.  They can be deceptive especially because they are good at reading people.

Fun Facts:

Pisces is both the most emotional and last sign on the zodiac.  It is a feminine, mutable, and water sign.  It's ruling planet is Neptune.

Ascendants in Astrology

A person's Ascendant, or Rising Sign, is determined based on where and when they were born.  You have to be very exact with this (be as specific as possible for where you were born and the date and time of your birth).  An Ascendant defines the image you project to others.  It usually creates the "first impression".  Your Ascendant plus your Sun Sign are typically what is shown in your outward personality, while your Moon Sign is more hidden.  Your Ascendant determines your most comfortable and familiar behavior, because it is the sign that was rising when you exited the womb.  Because of your familiarity and comfort within the behaviors attributed to this sign, the best possible match for you (relationship) is someone with their Sun Sign the same as your Ascendant.  If you can find someone with the Sun Sign of your Ascendant and the Ascendant of your Sun Sign, you should be perfectly compatible and comfortable around each other.  Below are characteristics of each Ascendant:

Aries:
Characteristics:  adventurous, leader, dictating, egotistical, bossy, expressive, honest, straightforward, enthusiastic, doing, generous, lively, friendly/people-oriented, bold, quick to lose interest, quick tempered
Dislikes:  deception, when people don't get to the point, being overlooked
Health:  prone to accidents, such as falling down or tripping, bumping into things, paper cuts; face and head most prone to injury; avoid sharp objects
Features:  quick moving and piercing eyes, quick to smile, gold and reddish coloring to skin and hair, muscular, typically agile

Taurus:
Characteristics:  calm, artistic, strives for harmony, stubborn opinions, routine driven, hard worker when motivated, persistent, strong-willed, extremely materialistic, jealous, rarely forgive
Dislikes:  being asked to change, losing/breaking things, being ridiculed, rivalry
Health:  easily become overweight (especially with age)
Features:  handsome/beautiful facial features, bulbous eyes, clear skin, short neck

Gemini:
Characteristics:  restless, often discontented, constant feeling of not reaching potential, clear-headed, witty, manipulative, strives to be center of attention, easily unsettled, complaining, worrying, resourceful, factual rather than emotional (especially with relationships), egotistical, dramatic
Dislikes:  any sort of restriction, having nothing to do, being proven wrong
Health:  need more rest than willing to allow
Features:  quick-moving and often glistening eyes, constantly moving/fidgeting, friendly smile, grace and agility, look youthful even with age (that doesn't mean that you won't go gray and get wrinkles as quickly as anyone else)

Cancer:
Characteristics:  sensitive, perceptive, affectionate, adaptable, moody, impatient, snappy, easily offended, imaginative, practical, absorb your surroundings (both physically and psychologically), resourceful, prudent, cautious, self-pitying, complainer, self-assured, kind, good memory
Dislikes:  intrusive people, not being recognized for successes
Health:  tend to gain weight in the middle section of your body (especially with age)
Features:  round face, pale eyes, slender

Leo:
Characteristics:  noble, benevolent, kind, easily hurt, egotistical, showy, typically lucky, not usually hard workers, good organizer, haughty, temperamental, arrogant, self-confident, humorous, fun-loving, occasionally impulsive
Dislikes:  thinking badly of others, people who aren't just like them, not being given leadership, when people are mean to children
Health:  prone to accidents when overlooked; no major problems
Features:  big head (literally), thick hair, very white and straight teeth

Virgo:
Characteristics:  analytical, great care for others, logical (but does not repress emotions like Virgo Sun and Moon), seek the truth, typically fixed in opinion, detail-oriented, independent, controlling, shy, observant, fussy, nervous, sarcastic
Dislikes:  when people are ignorant of their ignorance, when people don't see the importance of detail, working with others
Health:  easily become sick (improves with age)
Features:  ovular face, sweeping eyes, frail figure

Libra:
Characteristics:  charming, graceful, self-conscious, conscious of society, hopeful, easily become depressed by people, easily set off balance, need fairness, lazy, lucky, impatient when completing tasks, indecisive, timid, needy of people, superficial, not strong-willed
Dislikes:  injustice, cruelty, violence, taking risks
Health:  can easily put on weight
Features:  handsome/beautiful face, symmetrical bone structure, large smile, round body shape (not necessarily overweight)

Scorpio:
Characteristics:  intense; follow-through; seething; leader, yet independent; manipulative/persuasive; persistent; creative; resourceful; clever; cold; controlling; secretive; intuitive; observant; witty; can be cruel; regretful of their cruelty; decisive
Dislikes:  being slighted; being noticed
Health:  prone to small cuts
Features:  prominent nose, large eyes, thick/dark eyebrows, agile

Sagittarius:
Characteristics:  independent, optimistic, future-oriented, restless and sometimes anxious, impatient, fair, honest, generous, expectant, friendly, open, imaginative, clear, observational, easily become bored, extremely impulsive/reckless, wasteful, lucky
Dislikes:  restriction, injustice, selfishness, obligations
Health:  stay extremely active
Features:  broad forehead, friendly smile, body often moves extravagantly

Capricorn:
Characteristics:  serious; cautious; noncommittal; often shy around strangers; friendly, warm, and lively with people you know; determined; constantly seek improvement on life; reliable; restless; able to focus; quick mind, overly calculating; detail-oriented; worrier; loyal; protective; generous; jealous; unforgiving; independent; patient; thrifty
Dislikes:  feeling as if you have no purpose, flaws in ideas or plans
Health:  take long walks
Features:  small head, deep eyes, nicely shaped teeth, strong feet

Aquarius:
Characteristics:  sociable, quick-witted, lively, open, honest, optimistic, set in opinions, progressive by personal opinions, sarcastic, observational, sometimes rude, diverse, somewhat unlucky, initially adventurous, easily bored
Dislikes:  conflict, being challenged, being out of control
Health:  don't exercise too vigorously
Features:  wide forehead, good facial bone structure, eyes that seem "far away", usually tall

Pisces:
Characteristics:  artistic, expressive, romantic, avoid the displeasures in life, drawn to the past, sociable, need to be around happy people, talkative, easily brought to emotions, moody, worrier, disorganized, careless, creative, intuitive, indecisive, easily confused
Dislikes:  being forced to recognize reality, being alone
Health:  don't do stupid stuff - look before you leap
Features:  large, bright eyes; wavy hair

Fun Stuff for Saint Valentine's Day

In my AP Literature class (my English class for Senior Year), we decided that we shall have a small Valentine's Day party tomorrow, in which we will exchange cheesy cards like we used to in Elementary School (since it is most likely our last opportunity to do so).  I almost purchased Barbie cards that come with little tattoos for this occasion, but my mom noticed some Tinkerbell ones that came with lollipops.  So, of course, I instead chose the Tinkerbell ones.

While preparing my cards this afternoon, I listened to "Love You Like a Love Song" by Selena Gomez ( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EgT_us6AsDg&ob=av2n ) and "You Da One" by Rihanna ( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b3HeLs8Yosw&ob=av2n ).  Although both songs aren't totes lovey-dovey, they are the current generation's (or at least my generation's) version of love songs. However, if you're looking for stereotypical love songs, try:  "My Heart Will Go On" by Celine Dion:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DHyJTpDFgc8 or "All My Loving" by The Beatles:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWvurnpKjE4.

I think the most forgotten thing about Valentine's Day is that it is actually Saint Valentine's Day.  Because I didn't know the story of St. Valentine, I thought I would do some research and share it here on my blog.  I, of course, began with Wikipedia, but soon progressed to History.com.  So here's the story in summary:  Although there were a few Saint Valentines, the main legend is that some mean Roman emperor outlawed young men from being married because apparently they were better fighters in war.  So, Valentine (a Catholic priest) illegally married young men and women in secret.  He was discovered and then executed, being considered a martyr and eventually a Saint.  February 14th was probably chosen as the feast day because it fell around the same time in February as the pagan celebration of Lupercalia to help alleviate the need to celebrate the unChristian festival.  If you want more information go to:  http://www.history.com/topics/valentines-day.

On Another Note (sort of):  I've had this Valentine's card for years that is absolutely stupid, but I've kept it for its dry humor.  It is not one that I've received, rather I bought it because I thought it was worth it.  I haven't yet had someone worthy of giving it to.

On Yet Another Note (sort of):  Here are some romantic movies to watch if you're bored:  The Princess Bride; Lost in Austen; Valentine's Day; Tristan and Isolde; Romancing the Stone; Casablanca; Titanic; Much Ado About Nothing; Leap Year; The Proposal; Made of Honor; Troy.