The Sign of The Comic

The zany magic of the moon
by Cortney Litwin
Source: California Psychics

It must be the lunacy of the Moon that makes Cancers so hilarious. Cancer is ruled by the Moon, after all. Just look at this lineup of comical crabs: Dan Aykroyd, Milton Berle, Mel Brooks, Bill Cosby, Will Ferrell, Tom Hanks, Gilda Radner, Robin Williams and talk show host Carson Daly. While Berle and Radner are no longer with us, the rest are still tickling our funny bones with their zany magic.

So what's their secret? Cancer is the sign of the "everyman/woman." That is, the person everyone can relate to. What makes Cancers so funny is that they see the humor in everyday situations, stuff we wouldn't normally think of as amusing. When was the last time you were amused by your irritated spouse, your unruly kids, or a rude driver who cut you off? Leave it to a Cancer to point out the humor in such situations.

What's more, Cancer rules emotions, so we often relate well to Cancer celebrities on an emotional level. They just seem to "get" us, which shows up in their performances - whether they're being funny or serious. Some Cancer celebrities, such as Robin Williams, Tom Hanks and even Will Ferrell, have a gift for both comedy and drama. Note Williams's dramatic roles in Dead Poets Society, Awakenings and One Hour Photo (creepy!). Hanks earned critical acclaim in Forrest Gump, Philadelphia Story, Saving Private Ryan and Apollo 13. And surprisingly, Ferrell was terrific as the straight-faced IRS auditor in Stranger Than Fiction. Cancers can be superbly multi-talented, especially if their emotions are engaged in their performances.

Of course, not all Cancers are natural comics. While it's tempting to say that Cancer and comedy go hand-in-hand, the Sun sign is only part of the picture. The talent for making us laugh is a blend of influences in the chart. For instance, the charts of Ferrell, Williams and Daly show powerful aspects from Uranus, the planet of enlightenment and rebellion, and Pluto, the planet of emotional depth and complexity. What a strange combination for a comedian, you say?

Well, Uranus can shock us into seeing life in a different way. A comedian with a powerful Uranus uses humor to propel us out of our complacency and into a different perception on life. Uranian performers can be highly original or downright weird, too. Or outrageously quick - like Williams. Pluto, conversely, adds an element of depth to a performance. It digs deep into the psyche to reveal our collective paranoia, longings and compulsions - fodder for funnies, especially the sarcastic kind.

Let's take a closer look at the charts of Ferrell, Daly and Williams to see what makes them tick.

Will Ferrell
For Ferrell, Uranus conjunct Pluto is a double whammy of weird and compelling. The New York Times described his performance in Old School as "hilarious, anxious zealotry" - undeniably the effects of wacky Uranus and compulsive Pluto. Plus, Moon in Pluto-ruled Scorpio makes him a spot-on impersonator. Scorpio's penetrating nature gives him a talent for impersonation as well. And Venus in Virgo assures he gets the details right.

Carson Daly
The host of Last Call with Carson Daly has a T-cross involving Sun, Mars and Pluto, which heightens his intensity and gives him an edgy vibe. And if he gets annoyed, watch out! He has a temper for sure. This seems at odds with Moon in Pisces, which indicates an impressionable emotional nature. Even so, he's a wild-child - Uranus afflicts his Mercury conjunct Venus in Cancer, which makes him a rebel at heart. He can be pretty far out there, both mentally and emotionally.

Robin Williams
Speaking of out there, Williams is unsurpassable when it comes to breaking the mold. His over-the-top performances and originality come from Mars conjunct Uranus in Cancer. Even without his forays into cocaine, the Mars-Uranus influence gives him a talent for lightning-speed performances. Additionally, Mercury conjunct Pluto in Leo indicates a razor-sharp wit. He can be reckless as well, both physically and in his personal life. But like Daly, Moon in Pisces gives him a sensitive side and, of course, plenty of imagination. And he shares Ferrell's talent for details from Venus in Virgo. Put this all together and you get a master comedian.

Funny, sad, original and often weird, Cancer comedians entertain us through a wide range of emotions. But it's their gift of laughter that keeps us coming back for more.

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A Good Day For Love

The planets align for destiny
Source: California Psychics

There are callers who sometimes want to get dates for the coming month or year ahead. They want to know when the best astrological aspects might be lined up for love, communication or finances. An astrologer can look into a caller's chart and end up saying, "Wow, in November you'll have your best day of the year! Its days like that that give us something to look forward to," explains psychic and Astrologer Marti ext. 9057.

Also a Clairsentient, and a Channel who reads the Tarot, Marti has a regular caller who was initially obsessed with the future timing of her career. A workaholic, Jessica (not her real name) was a respected attorney, definitely headed toward great things. She was also popular with men, but only consulted with Marti on astrological aspects regarding court dates rather than more personal dates. After spending a quiet week at her family vacation home in Mexico, Jessica called to check in with Marti before heading back to work.

"I was journaling every day while I was away, and strangely, the guy I dated during my first year of college kept coming up in my thoughts. James (not his real name) moved east to go to school, and years later I heard he had become a district attorney. We had a wonderful, fun, intimate relationship. He moved and that was it. It just ended."

"Just before you left for your vacation," Marti responded, "do you recall my telling you that you were going to meet a man in a park? There'll be something about his eyes, and an obvious letter 'A'." Marti was getting the same message again.

"Yes, but his initials don't include an 'A,' and I can't get him out of my mind."

Marti loves to throw out a few cards from her Morgan-Greer Tarot deck even before she picks up the phone, and she was already getting a scenario for Jessica. "Since you never forgot his birthday, and it's coming up very soon, why don't you give him a call?"

Marti went on to explain that Cancer and Venus were trining her Jupiter, the planet of communication. "Any communication during that time will be good for you, but there is a risk involved - because Venus is on a square to your sun sign. But I think the risk is worth it."

"But I'm not looking for anything from him. I mean... I'm sure he's married or who knows, he may not remember me… I was just wondering about him," Jessica responded, surprised at Marti's suggestion.

"Your planets are pointing to a call! And it's just a birthday call," Marti told her in an encouraging tone, knowing that Jessica's aspects were nearly perfect for a good conversation.

With her usual matter-of-fact delivery, Jessica called Marti the following week and told her that she had spoken to James on his birthday - but he sounded different, she remarked. "Cold, sort of…" They had a friendly catch-up conversation, and he mentioned that he would be visiting his father in Washington D. C., an hour's drive from where she was working in Virginia. James asked if she'd be willing to meet him there for lunch. They agreed to meet at the Washington Memorial in three weeks.

"His voice was cold?" Marty asked. She knew Jessica was reading him wrong.

"Yes. I was surprised when he suggested we get together. He did say that he's single."

"The Washington Memorial is in a park," Marti reminded Jessica.

Jessica wasn't moved. "This is just two old friends getting together," she insisted, while Marti explored their planets.

On the day of the meeting, Venus would be trining Jessica's Mercury, and Venus was trining both James's and Jessica's Venus - which meant it would be a very good day for love. Jessica didn't seem to digest the news that her old flame was probably the guy for her.

Marti heard from Jessica about a month after the planned meeting and told her how it had gone. "When I arrived at the memorial I realized I had no idea what he looked like any more. There were people everywhere… it had been at least 15 years since I'd seen him." A man approached her whom she failed to recognize… she was leery. Was it James? He appeared cold and professional. He was bald, and he wore thick black-rimmed glasses. "He didn't look bad - he was trim and buff, and well-dressed, but his head was shaved, and he had those dark rimmed glasses. Luckily, when he said 'Jessica' and put his hand out, I recognized his voice. My first thought was, 'I'll just have lunch with him, and then politely excuse myself.'"

But after the pair had lunch they walked and talked for hours. James went to visit Jessica twice during his vacation, and she'd already been to see him in Los Angeles before she called Marti with another update.

"When we became intimate I saw a tattoo on his shoulder - it was the letter 'A'! I thought, 'Oh, Marti,' and I asked him whose initial it was. He laughed, and told me that the night he found out he had passed the bar exam, his buddies dared him to get the 'A for attorney' tattoo! I finally began to wonder if he was the one... The park, the unusual eyes, the letter A!"

Marti didn't hear from Jessica again for several months. Much later, the client explained that after she had met James, her work issues seemed to evaporate. When she did call, it was to check on the timing of her move to California to be with James. "On my next call, I'll be asking about a wedding date!"

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