One of the gentlest astrological signs Cancers are the true mystery. Patient... understanding... nurturing... then all of a sudden the crab creeps in and snaps your head off. It can be quite disconcerting for those who do not understand the Cancerian heart. A water sign, their moods are more closely tied into the Moon and tides than anyone really suspects. Strong, patient loyal...most people turn to the Cancerian heart for the strength they lack. What they don't understand is the Cancer is no more or less human than the rest of us. And will suffer from just as many insecurities as the rest of us. Sometimes even more. They are the caretakers of the Zodiac-- making excellent doctors, nurses and other care related professions. There is a dreamy ethereal quality about most Cancers. And why not... Luna, their ruling planet is close enough to reach for. Complex, fragile, impossible to predict...when all is going well for the Cancer you couldn't ask for a more helpful or loyal friend. But watch the tide turn and the Cancer can be angry, self pitying and depressed to a depth only a water sign knows and could understand. When you really care for someone there isn't anything anyone can say that would make you turn your back on your friend. Quirky and offbeat-- you are not one that really worries about what others think. You are way too busy worrying about humanity as a whole to worry about idle gossip. But again, with your dualistic temperament you can worry yourself into an ulcer with the smallest of details. (Stomach problems are quite common in Cancers) You tend to be a worrier and silent brooder-- keeping your torments to yourself. If injured or slighted the Cancer will not strike back directly. You tend to sulk and withhold your smile and self from the offending party...which proves quite effective. You could pull tears out of stone with your silent injured routine. Your symbol The Crab fits you to a T. Crusty, gruff and crabby on the outside only protects the gentle heart beating underneath. For those you love, there is nothing you would not do for them. Self sacrifice seems to be your lot in life-- though you may sulk about it you always seek out those most in need and give all you have. Gentle with all forms of life-- you instinctively know that all life is interconnected and will back the underdog at every opportunity. You are extremely possessive--- anyone you consider yours will never truly be free, if only in your thoughts and heart. You are devoted to family and home and cling tenaciously to the idea that marriage is forever. Cancers have a harder time than most with divorce, though they tend to hook up with partners that don't hold the marriage vows in the same esteem they do. Hard to deceive, Cancers have the gift of looking into another person and seeing the truth-- though they often blind themselves to it. A photographic memory, and a psychic's intuition makes you a formidable opponent. Born under the sign of the crab-- you approach life like one with the sideways movement of the crab. You never take the direct approach-- but move sideways like your namesake. If you are able to overcome your shyness, your great intellect and intuition can drive the Cancer far. Once you master your emotions you are one of the strongest mentally, spiritually and emotionally. On the other hand, if you let it get out of control you are likely to abuse drugs, alcohol or other emotion numbing substances. The Cancer heart never gets enough love, approval or security. You always feel like it's not enough. It's the easiest thing in the world to fall for this Moon child. ************** One of my favorite signs! So much so, I've been married to one for 18 years...it's no wonder we have plumbing problems with all these water signs in the house... ;) Anton's Apollo Max 2007, Rock from Traveler at RDNA. Only three to go... Leo, Sag and Cappy. Thanks for your indulgence during this series--and Happy Fourth to those in the States. :) Laura