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About Cancer
Cancer, the fourth Sign of the Zodiac, is all about home. Those
born under this Sign are 'roots' kinds of people and take great
pleasure in the comforts of home and family. Cancers are maternal,
domestic and love to nurture others. More than likely, their family
will be large, too -- the more, the merrier! Cancers will certainly
be merry if their home life is serene and harmonious. Traditions
are upheld with great zest in a Cancer's household, since these
folks prize family history and love communal activities. They also
tend to be patriotic, waving the flag whenever possible. A Cancer's
good memory is the basis for stories told around the dinner table,
and don't be surprised if these folks get emotional about things
to boot. Those born under this Sign wear their heart on their sleeve,
which is just fine by them.
The mascot of Cancerians is the Crab, and much like this shelled
little critter, Cancerians are quick to retreat into their shells
if it suits their mood. No wonder these folks are called crabby!
For Cancer, it's not that big of a deal, though, since they consider
this 'shell' a second home (and they do love home). The flip side
of this hiding is that shell-bound Crabs are often quite moody.
Further, in keeping with their difficulty in sharing their innermost
feelings, it can become a Herculean task to pry a Crab out of its
secret hiding place. What to do? Give the Crab time -- eventually
these folks will come out to play again. When they do, they'll be
the first to say so, in keeping with the Cardinal Quality attached
to this Sign. It's said that Crabs are first to laugh and first
to cry, so you can bet they'll fill you in. That shell, by the way,
isn't the only tough thing about Crabs. These folks are tenacious
and strong-willed and like to get their way. If their well-documented
kindness and gentleness doesn't do the trick, however, they're not
above using emotional manipulation to make things happen. If that
still doesn't work, they'll just go back to their shell and sulk,
or find a way to get back at the source of their pain, since Crabs
can be rather vindictive. That said, any self-respecting Crab would
tell you that they are ultimately motivated by protecting their
home and loved ones, a most noble goal.
Cancerians are ruled by the Moon, the Great Mother of the heavens
in ancient times. Here on Earth, this is manifested in the Crab's
maternal instincts and desire to protect home and hearth. This may
appear smothering at times, but that's the Crab for you. The Moon
is associated with fertility, too, a quality which is most pleasing
to Cancerians. The Moon is also the ruler of moods, and Cancers
have plenty of those. These folks can cry you a river if they're
so inclined, and they usually are. They can be overly sensitive,
easily hurt and prone to brooding. Even so, Crabs find it easy to
be sympathetic to others and are quick to show their affection.
Their intuition is also a great help to them, especially in times
of stress.
The Element associated with Cancer is Water. Like the rolling waves
of the sea, the Crab's emotions can make quite a splash. These folks
tend to pick up on things and bring them in, with the outward result
ranging from sentimentality to possessiveness. Crabs need to resist
the temptation to become selfish or to feel sorry for themselves,
since this behavior won't help. On the bright side, Cancers are
good with money (although some consider them too thrifty), probably
because they value a sense of security. Crabs are also quick to
help others and tend to avoid confrontation. In keeping with their
nurturing bent, those born under this Sign are a whiz with food.
A hearty picnic on the Fourth of July is heaven on earth to most
Crabs.
Cancers often find that a robust workout session is just the tonic
for their touchy feelings. Team sports are always nice, since they
offer a sense of community; water polo should be elemental to aquatic
Crabs. What are their team colors? The Moon is silver and white.
Since Cancerians have a tendency to be lazy, however, they may need
someone to push them out the door. When it comes to the game of
love, eager Crabs are devoted, romantic and able to get things going
on their own. Crabs are wise to listen to their gut, since this
Sign rules the stomach.
The great strength of the Cancer-born is the tenacity with which
they protect their loved ones. These folks don't ask for much, either:
a comfortable home and sense of peace about sums it up. It's that
nurturing instinct which makes Cancerians a pleasure to be with.
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