So it's almost that time of the year, the day when I turn one year older. This year, it's the big 3-4. I don't even want to think what the odometer of my life turns to next year.
Anyway, I came across this "Taurus: Fun Facts." I will admit it...I am one of those who will occasionally read my horoscope...sometimes with amusement...sometimes with panic (and in those instances, I wish I hadn't checked it that day). But with the fun facts, I thought it was worth a read in order to see what is and what isn't accurate.
Below is the description from from msn.com (http://bit.ly/G8Y5j)...I haven't decided yet where I come down on all of the traits. But the bf will be glad to see the Ireland is on the top of places I should visit...though I don't agree with most of the "perfect gift" list. I'll get back to you on the rest.
Taurus: Fun Facts
Strong, dependable Taurus leads the way when it comes to reaping the rewards of hard work. Lovers of everything that is fine and beautiful, Taureans surround themselves with material gains. This is a sensual, tactile sign. Touch is very important in everything from work to romance. Stable and conservative, Taureans are among the most reliable of the zodiac. While sometimes viewed as stubborn, this sign will plod along on a task until the very end, ensuring that everything is up to standard. They're highly creative and thoroughly enjoy making things with their own hands.
Friends and Family
Domestic affairs are very important to the Taurus. Values surrounding family are usually strong and fixed to the point where the Bull will do anything to protect them. Intelligence and a good sense of humor make this sign great company, and Taureans are often sought for advice on the practical way of doing things. Once a friend is made and trusted, this relationship will last for a lifetime. They're loyal and always willing to lend a hand. In fact, many friendships for the Taurus start in childhood. Promises and oaths to others are taken seriously. Time spent with family members is also prized. Taureans adore children, and will be the first at family events such as reunions and holiday gatherings. They love to entertain in their own homes and don't think twice about having a house full of friends and relatives to celebrate life's events.
Career and Money
Stability is the keyword for this sign. The key phrase for Taurus is "I have." Taureans love money, and they're not afraid to work hard to get it. On the job, the Taurus is dependable, patient, and thorough. Once they set their minds to a project, they will stick with it until completion, regardless of how long or complicated it might be. Taureans are on time, up for almost anything, and diligent.
A sense of one's values is a huge motivator when it comes to the Taurus. Second to that is the love of the rewards that follow hard work. Because members of this sign love to surround themselves with material finery and enjoy the better foods and luxuries that life has to offer, work is very important. It is the means to an end - and the Taurus is always aware of this.
Taureans are excellent managers of money. They will pay their bills on time and will keep a reserve tucked away. On occasion, you can see some overspending, but this is only once in a while. The Taurus will plan for the item they desire and save until they have the additional resources to attain what they want. Careers that suit this strong sign are farming, banking, medicine, education, and building.
Love and Sex
Be prepared to take your time when it comes to the Taurus lover. Exceptionally sensual, touch is most important, and being rushed in any way, shape, or form is not going to turn this sign on. Mates are often from the same status and social circle able to match the Bull's intellect and desire for the better things in life. Expect affections to be shown through material items - the Taurus is a great gift-giver.
TAURUS TIDBITS:
Health
Each sign has a part of the anatomy attached to it, making this the area of the body most sensitive to stimulation. The anatomical areas for Taurus are the throat, neck, ears, vocal cords, thyroid, tongue, mouth, tonsils, and the lower teeth.
Ruling Planet
The ruling planet for Taurus is Venus. This planet's action is gentle and harmonious. It governs beauty, charm, emotional contacts, possessions, unions of all kinds, singing, art, culture, sweets, and moral character.
Color
The color of choice for Taurus is pink.
Gemstone
Taurus' star stone is the Emerald.
Lucky Numbers
Taurus' lucky numbers are 2 and 8.
Compatibility
Taureans are most compatible with Virgo and Capricorn.
Opposite Sign
The opposite sign of Taurus is Scorpio.
The Perfect Gift
Soft fabrics, floral scents, cookbooks, flowers, candy
Likes
Gardening, cooking, working with hands, music, romance, high-quality clothing
Dislikes
Sudden changes, complications, insecurity of any kind, synthetic fabrics
House
Natural sign of the Second House. This house focuses on values, freedom, earning ability, possessions, and inner and outer resources.
Famous Taureans
Randy Travis, Jack Nicholson, Cate Blanchett, George Clooney, David Beckham
Best Travel Destination
Ireland, Switzerland, Sweden, Russia
Strength
Dependable, patient, musical, practical
Weakness
Stubborn, uncompromising, possessive
Charismatic marks
Solid, big bones, tendency to gain weight
Best environment
A secluded home close to nature. Good food is also important. Beauty and comfort are a must.
B Spot's Vanilla Bean Apple Pie Bacon Milkshake = Mike's Favorite. Thing. Ever. With. Ice. Cream.
Silver Patron + Shot Glasses + Recipe for Patron Silver Bell Shooter = Best. Office. Holiday. Gift.
Mike figuring out how to balance my heavy, beloved S'mores tree topper on our Christmas tree = Priceless
The 18" blingy Christmas tree that welcomes visitors to my office = Gaudy holiday cheer
Would you like witch's brew or chicken parmesan with your pasta??
While many people are grudgingly being pulled into fall (probably due to the lack of more than two days over 90 all summer), I'm happy to run-full-speed-with-my-arms-wide-open into it. It's my hands-down, absolute favorite season of the year.
Olivia thoroughly enjoying her Elmo cupcake. 
Cassie throwing back shots of milk to wash down the Elmo cupcake. Please note that poor Elmo's eye lies precariously alone on the table. Who knows what fate awaits the abandoned marshmallow eyeball. 
As a well-stocked bar is always a staple of any party at the Bomba household, Livie took it on herself to begin playing bartender. Or at least she decided the quality of the ice would be vastly improved if she handled every piece of it. 
Livie awaiting her next victim - I mean customer - to which to serve ice. Note the supporting cast of Uncle Mike. 
Unlike a number of my friends and colleagues, I've been thoroughly enjoying the cooler summer we've been enjoying here in Northeast Ohio. I'm not a huge fan of anything above 82 F. But my best summer ever was spent in the Southwest...in breathtakingly beautiful northern New Mexico. I try to justify the heat difference by saying at least it was a dry heat :)
the Rocky Mountains), where I spent the summer between my junior and senior years of high school. My parents were trusting enough (or maybe they just wanted to get rid of me for the summer) to put me on a train in Youngstown bound for New Mexico to serve on the kitchen staff at Philmont for three whole months.
My days off were incredibly precious to me though. We spent time in Taos gallery hopping and haning out at the hot springs. But most enjoyable were the days we spent in the backcountry. Many a nights were spent on the front porch of the staff cabin on Urraca Mesa...others spent sleeping out under the stars in an unnamed mountain meadow under the very clear and vast New Mexico sky which seemed to reach for miles and miles. It wasn't hard to imagine all of the Indian lore and legends to be true.
The view from the staff tent - which I shared with Karen - was this - the Tooth of Time. Who wouldn't love waking up this every morning...ok except maybe for the mornings I was on breakfast duty and had to be at the Dining Hall by 5 or some other ridiculous time. Well, I guess we did have to get all of the hikers in and fed and ready to head out on the trail.
Here's Cassandra Elizabeth - most often called "Cass" - wandering around in my Crop flip flops.
And posing and smiling perfectly for the camera is Olivia Josephine - better known as "Livie."
And I couldn't resist including this photo of "Diva Cassie." She's working on her runway look.
So since 10 or 20 songs didn’t seem like enough to shine the light on my inner music aficionado, I thought I’d try 30.
I don’t have enough brain power available to me at the end of this taxing day to even begin to psychoanalyze, investigate or scrutinize what this random sampling from my iPod means. Maybe it’s just a small snapshot of my schizophrenic music tastes…or maybe a more politically correct term is “eclectic.”
Below is the description from from msn.com (http://bit.ly/G8Y5j)...I haven't decided yet where I come down on all of the traits. But the bf will be glad to see the Ireland is on the top of places I should visit...though I don't agree with most of the "perfect gift" list. I'll get back to you on the rest.
The bf and I successfully survived this trial this past weekend. Of course, it probably went so splendidly since he was the one taking care of me following outpatient surgery on Friday. He made sure my every need was taken care of and looked after...and the best part, all without irritating me.
In the most hypothetical form, I'm all for the concept of a holiday that celebrates the love that two people share. But as I've progressed through my life, I've become less and less of a fan of Valentine's Day (and don't even mention Sweetest Day in my presence; it's just a plain dumb, completely fabricated holiday celebrated in a couple random states).
If you're a person who only really tells the person you love that you really love them once a year, you need to have your head examined.
Because I love sarcasm
Where can I get this type of job?
This is how I feel most days.
