Twelfth Night

Tonight is Twelfth Night. It was, at one time, the occasion for much merrymaking, as celebrants prepared to wrap up the twelve nights of the Christmas season with revelry. Although Shakespeare's Twelfth Night is not set on the same night, it celebrates in the appropriate spirit. That comedy featuring confusion between lovers, cross-dressers, and disguised twins begins with the opening line: If music be the food of love, play on! The speaker of that line, Duke Orsino, is heartsick and hoping that an excess of music might quell his obsession with his indifferent beloved.

Hilarity ensues, and at one point, the fun-loving Sir Toby Belch inquires, Dost thou think, because thou are virtuous, there shall be no more cakes and ale?

If you're caught up in the Twelfth Night merriment, you might assume Sir Toby's reference is to the twelfth cake, a cake baked with a bean or coin inside. On Twelfth Night, whoever gets served the slice containing the small object is declared the Lord of Misrule.

But cakes and ale actually has a less-food-specific sense: since at least as long ago as Shakespeare's day, cakes and ale has been shorthand for "the good things of life"; "pleasure, enjoyment." In fact, lexicographers have been known to take pleasure in the fact that the first known print appearance of cakes and ale dates to Shakespeare's Twelfth Night.

4th of July

Happy 4th of July! its United States of American Independent Day and

How many years has the U.S. been independent as of 2009? 233. and

did you know that USA get their declaration of Independence from Kingdom of Great Britain in 1776. The forgotten facts! indeed. and yesterday NY had

An Elephants outdo humans in NYC bun-eating contest

They certainly have nothing to do!!!

Love and Sex

For these two, dating is serious business, and out of their shared reserve, something special can be created. Cancer is impressed by the ambitious plans of Capricorn, whose focus on career appeals to the Crab's need for stability.

Capricorn warms up in Cancer's homey feel, and nurturing ways. Both are considered traditional, and looking for enduring love, which may mean an extended courtship. They're looking for a sure thing, someone to marry histories with, since both often see themselves rooted in their family lineage.

Cancer draws out the snugly bear of the Capricorn, and they'll likely spend many evenings at home. The Goat needs a partner that respects their full-on commitment to achieving worldly success. Cancer supports the Goat by creating a loving home environment, and quietly pursuing their own ambitions, as well. Together they create a formidable pair, with a felt power that's more than the sum of its parts. Outsiders may sense the chemistry, knowing there's something solid there.

They're opposites across the Zodiac, and as cardinal signs, carry the essence of the patriarch (Capricorn) and matriarch (Cancer). Once they've made a commitment, it's like the royal couple on their thrones. They'll thrive with the shared purpose of building on their weighty bond with a home and family life.

Cancer won't always understand the Goat's obsession with work. Capricorn's ability to create tangible signs of success are inspiring and comforting to the Crab. Both fall into dark mood pits, and they'll understanding this recurring melancholy in the other. Even if it doesn't last, chances are, it'll always stand out as a significant relationship.

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