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Most people give up on birthdays as they grow older but I love my birthday. Besides, the more you say the actual number you're turning, the less evil it becomes. I can say with confidence (and only a little twinge) that I am 36 this year. My knees feel it but the rest of me doesn't.
Had an interesting "family" party yesterday. I do this to myself, you see. It was my choice but as soon as the as house was full of people, I didn't want to be there. I don't do well in groups but sometimes I forget that. They were people that love me, though. You can't turn down that kind of attention! The best presents were all the hugs and kisses from the little kids that were there. I may not be a true "Aunt" to them but they love me just the same.
And of course Facebook has changed the dynamics of birthday wishes. I've gotten the most eclectic collection of birthday wishes over there - mostly from people I haven't really had "real" contact with for YEARS. Odd but sweet.
September 24 - October 23
The Scales
Traditional Libra Traits
Diplomatic and urbane
Romantic and charming
Easygoing and sociable
Idealistic and peaceable
On the dark side
Indecisive and changeable
Gullible and easily influenced
Flirtatious and self-indulgent
Zodiac Signs - Libra, your ruling planet is VENUS
The color of choice for Libra is BLUE
Libra is the only inanimate sign of the zodiac, all the others representing either humans or animals. Many modern astrologers regard it as the most desirable of zodiacal types because it represents the zenith of the year, the high point of the seasons, when the harvest of all the hard work of the spring is reaped. There is a mellowness and sense of relaxation in the air as mankind enjoys the last of the summer sun and the fruits of his toil. Libras too are among the most civilized of the twelve zodiacal characters and are often good looking. They have elegance, charm and good taste, are naturally kind, very gentle, and lovers of beauty, harmony (both in music and social living) and the pleasures that these bring.
They possess good critical thinking and are able to stand back and look impartially at matters which call for an impartial judgment to be made on them. But they do not tolerate argument from anyone who challenges their opinions, for once they have reached a conclusion, its truth seems to them self-evident; and among their faults is an impatience of criticism and a greed for approval. But their characters are on the whole balanced, diplomatic and even tempered.
Libras are sensitive to the needs of others and have the gift, sometimes to an almost psychic extent, of understanding the emotional needs of their companions and meeting them with optimism - they are the kind of people of whom it is said, "They always make you feel better for having been with them." They are very social human beings. They loathe cruelty, viciousness and vulgarity and detest conflict between people, so they do their best to cooperate and compromise with everyone around them. Their ideal for their own circle and for society as a whole is unity.
Their cast of mind is artistic rather than intellectual, though they are usually too moderate and well balanced to be avant garde in any artistic endeavor. They have good perception and observation and their critical ability, with which they are able to view their own efforts as well as those of others, gives their work integrity.
In their personal relationships they show understanding of the other person's point of view, trying to resolve any differences by compromise, and are often willing to allow claims against themselves to be settled to their own disadvantage rather than spoil a relationship. They like the opposite sex to the extent of promiscuity sometimes, and may indulge in romanticism bordering on sentimentality. Their marriages, however, stand a good chance of success because they are frequently the union of "true minds". The Libra's continuing kindness toward his or her partner mollifies any hurt the latter may feel if the two have had a tiff. Nor can the Libran's spouse often complain that he or she is not understood, for the Libra is usually the most empathetic of all the zodiacal types and the most ready to tolerate the beloved's failings.
In their work the description "lazy Libra" which is sometimes given is actually more alliterative than true. Libras can be surprisingly energetic, though it is true that they dislike coarse, dirty work. Although some are modestly content, others are extremely ambitious. With their dislike of extremes they make good diplomats but perhaps poor party politicians, for they are moderate in their opinions and able to see other points of view. They can succeed as administrators, lawyers (they have a strong sense of justice, which cynics might say could handicap them in a legal career), antique dealers, civil servants and bankers, for they are trustworthy in handling other people's money. Some Libras are gifted in fashion designing or in devising new cosmetics; others may find success as artists, composers, critics, writers, interior decorators, or welfare workers. They have an ability in the management of all sorts of public entertainment. Some work philanthropically for humanity with great self-disciple and significant results. Libra financiers sometimes make good speculators, for they have the optimism and ability to recover from financial crashes.
Had an interesting "family" party yesterday. I do this to myself, you see. It was my choice but as soon as the as house was full of people, I didn't want to be there. I don't do well in groups but sometimes I forget that. They were people that love me, though. You can't turn down that kind of attention! The best presents were all the hugs and kisses from the little kids that were there. I may not be a true "Aunt" to them but they love me just the same.
And of course Facebook has changed the dynamics of birthday wishes. I've gotten the most eclectic collection of birthday wishes over there - mostly from people I haven't really had "real" contact with for YEARS. Odd but sweet.
September 24 - October 23
The Scales
Traditional Libra Traits
Diplomatic and urbane
Romantic and charming
Easygoing and sociable
Idealistic and peaceable
On the dark side
Indecisive and changeable
Gullible and easily influenced
Flirtatious and self-indulgent
Zodiac Signs - Libra, your ruling planet is VENUS
The color of choice for Libra is BLUE
Libra is the only inanimate sign of the zodiac, all the others representing either humans or animals. Many modern astrologers regard it as the most desirable of zodiacal types because it represents the zenith of the year, the high point of the seasons, when the harvest of all the hard work of the spring is reaped. There is a mellowness and sense of relaxation in the air as mankind enjoys the last of the summer sun and the fruits of his toil. Libras too are among the most civilized of the twelve zodiacal characters and are often good looking. They have elegance, charm and good taste, are naturally kind, very gentle, and lovers of beauty, harmony (both in music and social living) and the pleasures that these bring.
They possess good critical thinking and are able to stand back and look impartially at matters which call for an impartial judgment to be made on them. But they do not tolerate argument from anyone who challenges their opinions, for once they have reached a conclusion, its truth seems to them self-evident; and among their faults is an impatience of criticism and a greed for approval. But their characters are on the whole balanced, diplomatic and even tempered.
Libras are sensitive to the needs of others and have the gift, sometimes to an almost psychic extent, of understanding the emotional needs of their companions and meeting them with optimism - they are the kind of people of whom it is said, "They always make you feel better for having been with them." They are very social human beings. They loathe cruelty, viciousness and vulgarity and detest conflict between people, so they do their best to cooperate and compromise with everyone around them. Their ideal for their own circle and for society as a whole is unity.
Their cast of mind is artistic rather than intellectual, though they are usually too moderate and well balanced to be avant garde in any artistic endeavor. They have good perception and observation and their critical ability, with which they are able to view their own efforts as well as those of others, gives their work integrity.
In their personal relationships they show understanding of the other person's point of view, trying to resolve any differences by compromise, and are often willing to allow claims against themselves to be settled to their own disadvantage rather than spoil a relationship. They like the opposite sex to the extent of promiscuity sometimes, and may indulge in romanticism bordering on sentimentality. Their marriages, however, stand a good chance of success because they are frequently the union of "true minds". The Libra's continuing kindness toward his or her partner mollifies any hurt the latter may feel if the two have had a tiff. Nor can the Libran's spouse often complain that he or she is not understood, for the Libra is usually the most empathetic of all the zodiacal types and the most ready to tolerate the beloved's failings.
In their work the description "lazy Libra" which is sometimes given is actually more alliterative than true. Libras can be surprisingly energetic, though it is true that they dislike coarse, dirty work. Although some are modestly content, others are extremely ambitious. With their dislike of extremes they make good diplomats but perhaps poor party politicians, for they are moderate in their opinions and able to see other points of view. They can succeed as administrators, lawyers (they have a strong sense of justice, which cynics might say could handicap them in a legal career), antique dealers, civil servants and bankers, for they are trustworthy in handling other people's money. Some Libras are gifted in fashion designing or in devising new cosmetics; others may find success as artists, composers, critics, writers, interior decorators, or welfare workers. They have an ability in the management of all sorts of public entertainment. Some work philanthropically for humanity with great self-disciple and significant results. Libra financiers sometimes make good speculators, for they have the optimism and ability to recover from financial crashes.
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Date: 2009-09-28 02:28 pm (UTC)From:Haha I'm still in that panic phase since hitting 30. I don't feel old but people are telling me I am.
Family parties got to love the and hate them all at once.
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Date: 2009-09-28 02:46 pm (UTC)From:30 wasn't bad for me... 31 just about killed me. *grins* The experts say that women go through a minor life crisis every ten years, usually at the "cusp" of each decade. Not nearly as bad as males but it's there. Be looking for it and EMBRACE it. Don't fight it. Best advice I ever got from a counselor (on that one visit I went on because it was paid for by the place I worked at and I was curious - she told me the above advice and to get off the computer and get a life. I told her that wasn't going to happen.) and one which I like to pass along just because it's very true.
I love my family and I dislike them at the same time. But they put up with me so that's got to outweigh the negative! As I said on twitter, it's penance for getting to have cake.
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