Illustration Friday - Adapt(able)

Adaptable Gemini twin sisters Ces and Buckram And Bembo. Pigment ink on 11"x14" bristol Board.

GEMINI
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NOTICE: I did not write the article below. I compiled it from the many horoscope interpretations of GEMINI (word for word) and I inserted my own opinion (in parenthesis). To find similar articles, google "Gemini Adaptable".

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May 21 to June 21
Gemini is a Mutable [adaptable] sign and ruled by
Mercury

Positive Traits: Adaptable and versatile Communicative and witty Intellectual and eloquent Youthful and lively

Negative Traits: Nervous and tense Superficial and inconsistant Cunning and inquisitive (Pffft!)

Gemini, the sign of the Twins, is dual-natured, elusive, complex and contradictory. On the one hand it produces the virtue of versatility, and on the other the vices of two-facedness and flightiness. The sign is linked with Mercury, the planet of childhood and youth, and its subjects tend to have the graces and faults of the young. When they are good, they are very attractive (Yah!); when they are bad they are more the worse for being the charmers they are (This very seldom happens). Like children they are lively, happy - if circumstances are right for them – egocentric (NEVER!), imaginative (What’s wrong with that?) and restless. (Big deal!).

They take up new activities enthusiastically but lack application (Who says?), constantly needing new interests (that’s good!), flitting from project to project as apparently purposelessly as a butterfly dancing from flower to flower (This is so not true!). To them life is a game which must always be full of fresh moves and continuous entertainment, free of labor and routine (And this is a problem?).

Since they lack the quality of conscientiousness (Excuse me!), they are apt to fight a losing battle in any attempts they make to be moral - in the widest sense of the word (WTF!). Their good qualities are attractive and come easily to them (Naturally!). They are affectionate, courteous, kind, generous, and thoughtful towards the poor and suffering (This is true) - provided none of the activities resulting from expressing these traits interferes too greatly with their own lives and comforts (This is not true).

They quickly learn to use their outward attractiveness to gain their own ends, and when striving for these they will use any weapon in their armoury - unscrupulous lying (WHAT? I NEVER DO THIS!), cunning evasiveness - escaping blame by contriving to put it on other people (Nope), wrapped up in all the charm they can turn on. In their better moments they may strive to be honest and straightforward, but self-interest is almost always the victor (You don’t like Gemini, do you?). If things go against them, they sulk like children (Hah!). Also like children, they demand attention, admiration, and the spending on them of time, energy and money (What’s wrong with wanting that?), throwing tantrums if they don't get what they want (I cannot ever remember throwing a tantrum).

They reflect every change in their surroundings, like chameleons, and can become pessimistic, sullen, peevish and materialistically self-centered if circumstances force them to struggle in any way (This is extremely not true). If the conditions of life become really adverse, their strength of will may desert them entirely (So if you love me, don’t let this happen!). They can become uncertain of themselves, either withdrawn or nervously excitable worriers, sullenly discontented, hard and irritable, with self-looming ever larger in their struggles (You don’t want this to happen). On the other hand their versatility can make them very adaptable, adjusting themselves to control the world around them by means of their inherent ingenuity and cleverness (See, they know how to solve their own problems).

Geminis have a keen, intuitive, sometimes brilliant intelligence and they love cerebral challenges. But their concentration, though intense for a while, does not last (Are you talking about eons, so of course it won’t last). Their mental agility and energy give them a voracious appetite for knowledge from youth onward, though they dislike the labor of learning (Play is better). They easily grasp almost everything requiring intelligence and mental dexterity and are often able to marry manual skills to their qualities of mind (TRUE!). Their intellect is strongly analytical and sometimes gives them so great an ability to see both sides of a question that they vacillate and find it hard to take decisions (TRUE! TRUE!)

Mercury in Gemini people are generally quick-witted. They can come across as somewhat scattered (so wrong), and this is mainly due to their eclectic interests. They seem to know a little about everything. Turn to Mercury in Gemini men and women for lots of facts and figures as well as broad (A real broad) knowledge. Their learning is a little superficial—they generally have too many interests to delve too deeply into any one. (These are only the unevolved Gemini)

These natives learn best in a stimulating environment. They get bored easily, but they are fast learners. Impressionable to a fault, Mercury in Gemini people pick up more from their environment than most, and they can process information at lightning speed! The restlessness of Gemini is especially obvious when Mercury is placed in the sign. There is a nervous energy here that is unmistakable.

Although Gemini is a fairly open-minded sign (Read that Renee? I am open-minded!), there is often a bias towards logic (and very logical, darn right, I write logic modules!). Unless Mercury forms an aspect with the Moon in the birth chart, Mercury in Gemini natives don't always rely on intuition, nor do they take into account the world of emotion (very unscientific and people manipulate your emotions) in their decision-making processes. In this sense, they can come across as a little too intellectual or just plain logical (but it ends up being fair!). The lack of heart behind what they say and think can be frustrating to more personal communicators (you are so emotional!).

Although Mercury in Gemini people are generally interested and interesting speakers, they can also be quite detached (what’s wrong with being objective?), easily discarding or ignoring more personal issues (these are messy stuff). They don't get attached to their opinions and ideas for too long, and the result is a changeability and coolness that can be frustrating to others (Be adaptable, man!). On the other hand, their curiosity and willingness to adapt to the environment around them often endears them to others (it can’t be helped). Because they possess versatile minds, you won't have much of a problem convincing them to change their minds (But only if they love you, otherwise, FORGET IT).

Mercury in Gemini natives can be smooth talkers (CRAP!), even a little deceptive (MORE CRAP!), although this is generally not with cruel intent (See, I told you - kindness!). It's done, usually, with a sense of humor (So fascetious). In fact, it's more of a mental exercise than anything (It’s all in your mind). They are able to quickly spot human weaknesses and then play around with them, (Uh oh, BUTTONS!) Decision-making is generally done quickly and competently (Absoultely!). They have fun with words, they are good on the phone (very sexy voice), and they make engaging speakers (so captivating!). They communicate with a strong sense of fun (very playful), and they can "speak to" people from all walks of life with equal ease (truly egalitarian!).

Mercury in Gemini natives often possess presence of mind (So don’t think you can sneak one past me) and will generally impress you with their wit (What wit!). For the most part, it is unlikely these people will bore you! (NEVER! Guranteed!)

But their intelligence may very well be used to control and unify the duality of their natures into a most efficient unit. If faced with difficulties, they have little determination to worry at a problem until they find a solution - they will pick the brains of others (This is called initiative and networking). In their intellectual pursuits, as in other departments of their lives, they risk becoming dilettantes, losing themselves in too many projects which they follow until they become difficult (I love challenges).

In love they are fickle, not intentionally so but because of the basic inconsistency of their emotional nature, which has an amoral (WHAT?!) aspect to it. Their is a side to Geminis which can become deeply involved emotionally, and another, hostile to sentimentality, which stands back from a romantic situation, laughing at it and the protagonists in it, including themselves, and analyzes it intellectually. Gemini subjects take nothing seriously (LIFE IS SO SHORT).

So, in love, in spite of their temporary depth of feeling - for the intensity of involvement lasts only while it is new - they are superficial, light-hearted, cool, flirtatious and unimaginative (WHO SAYS?) in the understanding of the pain they may give others (WHAT”S WRONG WITH YOU?). They like intrigue, the excitement of the chase, but once they have caught the prey, they lose interest and look around for the next creature to pursue (This is not true, I am LOYAL). In less serious situations they make witty, entertaining companions, good acquaintances rather than friends.

Even at their worst they are never dull - there is usually playfulness below the surface, and they can be brilliant conversationalists (TRUE!) - but they can also be quarrelsome, prattlers, boasters, liars and cheats (Exception rather than the rule).

Geminis can be successful in many walks of life though their general characters tend to make them unreliable (I am dependable and realiable). They are often skilled manipulators of language, in speech and writing, and may be debaters, diplomats ,though in politics they are more interested in theory than practice, orators, preachers- brilliant rather than profound (How about both?) teachers, authors and poets, journalists or lawyers. In business any work which combines quick-wittedness with change of surroundings suits them - working as a travelling salesperson (SALESPERSON! Not unless I am selling pots and pans at Williams Sonoma), brokerage work or dealing of any kind.

Because they are dispassionate, logical, rational and analytical they make good scientists, especially medically, astronomers and mathematicians. VERY LOGICAL!). They can also make excellent members of the Forces (SALUTE ME BABY!), for they take danger no more seriously than anything else and can earn themselves a reputation for devotion to duty and heroic acts. In the arts they may excel in music, painting and sculpture. They make good psychical researchers of a sceptical kind. Negatively they can degenerate into confidence tricksters, thieves and even adepts in the black arts (I DON”T KNOW ANYONE LIKE THESE).

Physically Geminis often appear youthful, even childlike (YES!). They have tall, thin (I WISH), but strong and active bodies, with long arms and legs culminating in short, fleshy (FLESHY?) hands and feet. Their faces are also inclined to be long and sallow, with large, piercing hazel eyes, often in contrast with dark complexions. Their hair is often dark, almost black. They use their hands and eyes expressively - they are great gesticulators - and their movements are quick and active (WATCH ME BRACHIATE!)

Gemini's hot spots are the hands and arms (This is true. I can sense the texture of a surface through my brush or pen). These are very sensitive regions and are very receptive a massage and a gentle touch or stroke. This also calms the high-strung Gemini and relaxes them, setting the mood for passion. Gemini's usually love their finger being sucked or nibbled (HAHAHA!), a great integration into foreplay that will heighten the mood. Gemini women love it when a man grabs their hand and kisses it, like a princess (WHAT ABOUT SLIDING A DIAMOND RING INTO THE FINGER?)

Gemini rules the arms, shoulders, hands, lungs and nervous system and its subjects need to beware of diseases and accidents associated with the upper part of the body, as well as nervous and pulmonary disorders such as catarrh and bronchitis. Their mercurial nature may also affect a constitution which is not strong if it is put under strain. (Then be nice to me)

Gemini loves to experiment and sex with a Gemini is full of novelty and excitement, trying anything and everything nearly anywhere. (You wish!). Gemini is not for the faint of heart or the shy and secretive lovers! (SEX IS OVERRATED).
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From:

http://www.cafeastrology.com/zodiacgemini.html

http://www.astrology-online.com/gemini.htm