What's written in the stars?
Scorpio, Leo, Taurus and Cancer signs were the most likely to earn $100,000 or more per year while Aquarius and Capricorn signs were most likely to earn $35,000 or less, according to the survey, which included more than 8,700 workers and was conducted nationwide across industries.
Pisces, Sagittarius and Capricorn were the most satisfied with their current jobs, and Gemini and Cancer reported being the least satisfied.
Aries (March 21 - April 19) Most Aries affirmed working in government, construction, hotel/recreation and education, according to the survey. As assertive, outspoken, confident and dynamic people, those choice professions should speak well to their characters.
Taurus (April 20 - May 20) Taureans are reliable, practical and honest; they are methodical and work well in teams. Additionally, these folks like jobs that deal with artistic or extravagant things. Compatible professions include jobs in finance, accounting and interior design. Nursing, engineering, law, marketing, public relations and higher education also fit the bill for jobs attuned to Taureans -- good thing those are jobs they reported in the survey.
Gemini (May 21 - June 21) Gemini's need a profession that keeps them motivated and interested -- no two days at work should be the same. Gemini from the survey reported working such jobs as art/design/architecture, nursing and personal care, sales, law enforcement, firefighting and machine operation -- all of which are right up a Gemini's alley.
Cancer (June 22 - July 22) Cancers are energetic, kindhearted, imaginative and protective. Their personalities usually fare well in law, psychology, teaching or nursing. Survey respondents said they worked in government, legal services, advertising, higher education, machine operation, transportation and military, all of which are in line with Cancer personality traits.
Leo (July 23 - August 22) Leos have a true lust for power and leadership. They are confident, optimistic and charismatic -- they have no problem winning people over with their charm. Government, legal services, art/design/architecture, engineering, entertainment, real estate and education, are all areas suited for Leos; luckily those are the professions reported in the survey, too.
Virgo (August 23 - September 22) Virgos are detail-oriented with a passion for knowledge and meaning. Careers that require accuracy and research are well-suited to these folks. Some professions Virgo reported in the survey included social work, sales, editing/writing and food preparation.
Libra (September 23 - October 22) Libras are diplomatic and sociable -- they need human interaction in order to be happy in a career. They are also easy-going, cooperative and are able to reach a compromise easily. Taking all of these factors into consideration, Libras from the survey are on course as they work in government, social work, advertising, machine operation, law enforcement, firefighting, sales and education.
Scorpio (October 23 - November 21) Analytical, intuitive and resourceful, Scorpios are drawn to mystery and all things complex and abnormal. Occupations well-matched to this personality are in science, investigation or politics. Scorpios from the survey said they work in such careers as legal services, engineering, science, education, construction and skilled trades.
Sagittarius (November 11 - December 21) Sagittarians are spiritual, positive and ethical; they also love to travel and learn new skills. Editing/writing, marketing/public relations, entertainment, hotel/recreation, IT and military, the careers reported in the survey, are all fitting for Sagittarians.
Capricorn (December 22 - January 19) Capricorns are persistent, responsible and dogmatic; they thrive in positions of power and where you can apply your common sense. Capricorns reported working in art/design/architecture, nursing, science, IT, sales, farming and food preparation, which are all fitting to this zodiac.
Aquarius (January 20 - February 18) Independent, humane, innovative, unconventional and visionary are all adjectives that describe Aquarians. Jobs suited for these character traits include astronomy, photography, aviation and computer technology. Aquarians who responded to the survey reported holding jobs in sales, military, engineering, mechanics, food preparation, facilities management and transportation.
Pisces (February 19 - March 20) Pisces are empathetic, caring, unselfish and spiritual, which combine well with healing or compassionate professions like health care, social work or philanthropy. Pisces in the survey are on the right track, reporting working in such careers as social work, personal care, IT and facilities management.
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
What your zodiac sign says about your career
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
Little Black Book
My first Queer Cab (for CABaret) on October 15th (Wednesday) was themed Little Black Book and hosted by Jess Dobkin.
I wrote an acrostic poem for it, but didn't end up presenting it because there was no computer access, let alone Powerpoint, despite there being a projector, and it would work only if there was a visual accompaniment. My idea was to make the audience read it for themselves, be it aloud or in silence, because I wanted them to give it their own voice.
The poem as it is wasn't what I was planning to write about. There was a workshop before the event (again, by Jess herself) and one of the pieces we did was map out themes/brainstorm what we personally associate with the Little Black Book. Unfortunately, mine was rather sombre.
My Little Black Book
> Moleskin
> Diary > Secrets
> le français > la France
> March of Remembrance and Hope > Holocaust > Survivors > Hope for the Future
> Little Black Bird > The Raven > Death
Therefore, I originally came up with this:Every night, before heading to bed, Madame DuBois would first retrieve the extension of herself, the tangible embodiment of her non-physical self in the form of a little black book, tucked carefully amongst her little black dresses of yore.
It was in the book did she spill her thoughts and emotions, express her creativity and visions, ideas, wishes, hopes, dreams and aspirations. But most importantly, the book represented not some mere diary but her secret's keeper.
In the lovely cursive of a young French schoolgirl, with all the flourish, every detail of her handwriting possessed a beauty which was difficult to come by during those dark times.
Madame DuBois does not open the book, she does not read those words written by a different girl from a different time, she does not look at those images drawn by a girl wrought with fear and despair. No, she doesn't.
What she does do though, is hold the book close to her with her eyes closed. Unwelcomed memories flood her without bidding. Her nightmares are haunted by them. Yet she does it every night religiously.
Are you intrigued? The pages reveal a story of an incomprehensible reality during the Holocaust when unimaginable acts were perpetrated.
Our little girl stood witness to schoolmates disappearing, her neighbours forcibly removed from their homes, but what caused her most grief was the knowledge her father was implicit in such crimes. Yet every night, as she embraces it, she is filled with remembrance and a survivor's hope for the future.
Tonight, Madame DuBois does not open the book, she does not read those words written by a different girl from a different time, she does not look at those images drawn by a girl wrought with fear and despair. No, she doesn't.
What she does do though, is hold the book close to her with her eyes open as they gingerly track the silhouette of what appears to be a little black bird perched on her window sill. Alas! The raven's come for her.
I didn't like it a whole lot. I found it wasn't as polished as I wanted it to be. I tried my best to do something about it over the Thanksgiving weekend though (Sunday, October 12th). I went down to my favourite spot at the easternmost end of the Beaches at the water treatment plant/facility. While there, I decided to do something from scratch. I did was I did best. Random spontaneity.
To me, the ending was a surprising twist. Deep with a sense of love-hate. Dark, mysterious. Sultry, that's the word.
look over your shoulder
if you are alone
take a chance and
turn heart from stone
little by little
each bell will ring
birds will sing
little by little
as winter comes spring
comes blossoms bring
kiss me with love
blood red deep
over and all over
over and it is over
kiss me deeply... with lover's hate
Sunday, August 24, 2008
France, here I come!
Your result for The Let's Parler French Test...
100% LikelyToSurvive!
You scored 100% Likely To Survive in a French-speaking country.
Obviously, you get some negative points if you say 'shit' instead of thank you, or 'fuck off' instead of sorry!
Take The Let's Parler French Test at HelloQuizzy
The Surprising Lover
Your result for The Lover Style Profile Test...
The Surprising Lover
You prefer your romance and love to wild and daring rather than typical or boring, you would rather be pursued than do the pursuing and, when it comes to physical love, your satisfaction comes more from providing a wonderful time to your partner than simply seeking your own.
This places you in the Lover Style of: The Surprising Lover.
The Surprising Lover is a wonderful Lover Style, and, like the name implies, is often filled with hidden delights and talents that might not be apparent from a surface knowledge of the person. The Surprising Lover is rather like a geode--sometimes rough on the exterior, but filled with beauty and wonder. The Surprising Lover is thus a gem to find, though it can sometimes be difficult to do so because they often tend to be humble and unwilling to reveal their inner greatness unless they're in a rewarding relationship.
In terms of physical love, the Surprising Lover really shines, often highly imaginative and utterly devoted to bringing the heights of pleasure to the one that they truly love. Given a rewarding, reciprocative relationship, and the right lover, the Surprising Lover can be a delight in bed.
Best Compatibility can probably be found with: The Carnal Lover (most of all) or the Exotic Lover, or the Suave Lover.
Congratulations!
Thanks Again! -- THE LOVER STYLE PROFILE TEST
55% partner focus, 43% aggressiveness, 65% adventurousness
30/100 You scored 55% on partner focus, higher than 30% of your peers.
27/100 You scored 43% on aggressiveness, higher than 27% of your peers.
70/100 You scored 65% on adventurousness, higher than 70% of your peers.
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
INFP
| Your Love Type: INFP |
 In love, you crave a long term, harmonious relationship. For you, sex doesn't come quickly - it takes time for you to open up. Overall, you are supportive, nurturing, and expressive. However, you tend to be shy and protective of your personal space. Best matches: ENFJ and ESFJ |
About Your Personality Type
Imagine a deep lush valley, caressed by flowers and trees that eternally blossom, inhabited by animals that serve as gentle companions and by people who spend their days loving, creating, and selflessly serving humanity. This is the world of the rare (only about 3 percent of the population) Idealistic Philosopher: the person who is forever striving to live in a perfect world where love and harmony abound.
INFP when in love
As an idealistic Philosopher, you believe that love requires a profound emotional and spiritual connection. You may also believe that, to attain this desired state, you will have to endure a great deal of pain and sacrifice. Yet all the suffering will be worth it once you find your perfect love. When that blessed day comes, you will be a complete person, as you and your partner will work together to make the world a better place. In the beginning of a relationship, you tend to idealize your mate as the greatest person in the world; you'd easily give up your life for him or her. Later, when reality intrudes, you may find yourself disappointed as you realize that no real human being can match the fantastic images of love and romance you created in your imagination. Fortunately, despite your disillusionment, you somehow recover and begin to accept the flaws of your partner, ever so slowly, while still wishing you could change him or her into the perfect image you had when you first fell in love.
INFP where to meet
Where can you meet an Idealistic Philosopher? Idealistic Philosophers love writing, psychology, the arts, and relationships, and are drawn to activities that involve a crusade or mission. You can bump into them at bookstores, especially in sections related to the preceding topics. You can also find Idealistic Philosophers at the theater, art galleries, and museums - often walking slowly, by themselves, lost in their thoughts.
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Maybe tomorrow
liesl(chola) says:
i'm still curious to see what that would look like
Mes cahiers noir says:
EW
i can imagine what it looks like
liesl(chola) says:
tell me!
STORY HIGHLIGHTS
- 35-year-old woman's skin had grown around the lid of the toilet, police say
- Official: Toilet seat had to be pried off her body, seat went with her to hospital
- Boyfriend claims he bought food, water to girlfriend who refused to leave bathroom
- Police found woman with pants at mid-thigh, disoriented, legs atrophied
Saturday, March 8, 2008
Spring Forward
Is spring here yet?
Apparently, spring is nigh. At least catching a lone Canadian goose flying across the grey wintry sky yesterday upon arriving in school was a sign.
Then again, false starts are the norm.
All was lost with the storm we are going through now. 30 glorious centimetres of magical white powdery stuff. Like crack. I love it. Everywhere was covered in it, and it was fun walking through what was out on the streets.
Whatever the case, it's time to turn back your clocks for tomorrow morning. I prefer being back on a 12-hour difference from home. It makes life alot easier to convert times. AM becomes PM and vice versa.
P/S. Sigur Rós' Heima was featured on YouTube. Catch it while you (still) can!
