Zodiac Sign-Cancer

Well my birthday is coming up...which makes me a Cancer.  I've not been particularly happy with being a Cancer, not because the astrological projections don't sync up with me, but just because of all 12 signs its the only one which is synonomous with another commonly used english word.  So whenever I say Cancer it reminds of the medical condition, which is never a good thing.  However, MSN had a list of Cancer traits since its rule over the zodiac began yesterday.  So I thought I would comment about each of the traits below: 

 

CANCER TIDBITS

Health
Each sign has a part of the anatomy attached to it, making this the area of the body that is most sensitive to stimulation. The anatomical areas for Cancer are the breast, stomach, and the upper liver. 
I do enjoy breasts and eating.  So I guess stomach is in.  I didn't know the liver had more than one parts...

Ruling Planet
The ruling planet for Cancer is the Moon. Considered representational of the feminine, the Moon rules women in general. Further, the Moon governs instincts, moods, tides, personal interests, desires, needs, magnetism, growth, the need to touch, consciousness, and fertility. 
I've never mooned anyone, so this may not be me. 

Color
The color of choice for Cancer is silver. 
The first car I bought, which I got to pick my color on was Galaxy Silver Metalic.  And the only jewelry I own is my wedding ring, which is white gold.  So I guess this is accurate. 

Gemstone
Cancer's star stone is the pearl.

Lucky Numbers
Cancer's lucky numbers are 4 and 6. 
I must be half cancer, because my favorite/lucky number is 23. 

Compatibility
Cancerians are most compatible with Scorpio and Pisces. 
Lora is a Libra which is right before Scorpio, so this is close.   

Opposite Sign
The opposite sign of Cancer is Capricorn.

The Perfect Gift
A new addition to a collection, sweets, any nice box or container, photos, silver jewelry 
For anyone offering gifts, my collection of choice is shotglasses. 

Likes
Relaxing near or in water, art, home-based hobbies, a good meal with friends, helping loved ones 
What exactly are "home-based hobbies"? 

Dislikes
Strangers, revealing of personal life, any criticism of Mom 
I am a mamma's boy... 

House
Natural sign of the Fourth House. This house rules home, property, a parent, emotional foundations, and the latter part of life.

Famous Cancerians
Liv Tyler, Pamela Anderson, Robin Williams, Tom Cruise, Tom Hanks 
I'm not a big fan of Tom Cruise, but the rest of these people are pretty cool. 

Best Travel Destination
New York City, Amsterdam, Venice, historical sites, family reunions 
I have been to NYC numerous time and I would love to go to Italy, but I have only been to one family reunion.  My family just doesn't do that kind of thing. 

Strengths
Compassion, emotional sensitivity, fierce protection of loved ones, tenacity

Weaknesses
Manipulative, indirect conflict, clinging to the past, insecure, packrat 
I'm not sure what indirect conflict is, but I think I would be oblivious to it.  You have to be pretty direct with me. 

Charismatic Marks
Medium build, round face, prominent breasts, a tendency to take charge 

Are you saying I have a fat face?

Best Environment
Cancer will always be most comfortable at home, close to family, familiar things, and dear friends.