“She did not need much, wanted very little. A kind word, sincerity, fresh air, clean water, a garden, kisses, books to read, sheltering arms, a cozy bed, and to love and be loved in return.”
— Starra Neely Blade
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“This winter I am going to quieten my own heart.”
— Inger Christensen, tr. by Susanna Nied, from “Winter,” wr. c. 2009
Venus Signs
Aries
Believes love should happen at first sight; likes independent, go-getters; enjoys chasing and being chased
Arguing and friendly competition is an aphrodisiac
Attracts love by inspiring/encouraging suitors to pursue and “win” her/him
Flirts by teasing and picking fights;
Wants to be #1 in the relationship (and in her/his partner’s life) or will lose interest quickly
Taurus
Believes love should come after a lot of long-term consideration; likes (and is impressed by) wealthy people
Rich, comfort foods, receiving massages, listening to music, and fragrances that smell like something edible (mmm vanilla!) are aphrodisiacs
Attracts love by being emotionally stable and having consistent habits
Flirts by providing physical comfort
Wants to feel secure in relationships and “know where this is going”
Gemini
Believes love should mean never having to say, “I’m bored”; likes quotable, multifaceted people who have lots of diverse interests
Verbal/written expressions of love are aphrodisiacs
Attracts love by being infinitely entertaining
Flirts by sharing thoughts & feelings and assigning pet names
Wants 24/7 communication accessibility in relationships; variety, unpredictability
Cancer
Believes love should be nurturing; likes people who need mothering (or who are mothering) and are appreciative of her efforts
Emotional bonding and cuddling are aphrodisiacs
Attracts love by making people feel cozy and sheltered;
Flirts by feeding and/or cooking for someone, remembering preferences, giving thoughtful tokens of affection
Wants interdependence in relationships
Leo
Believes love should ALWAYS consist of romance, drama, fun, and loyalty; likes people who stand out in socially acceptable ways
Receiving awe-inspiring gifts and positive, focused attention from an audience are aphrodisiacs
Attracts love by playing up strengths and downplaying weaknesses, and inspiring chivalry
Flirts by complimenting
Wants emotionally-moving displays of appreciation and gratitude in relationships
Virgo
Believes love should involve making a commitment to take care of someone else; likes hard-workers who pay attention to details (conversely, is also attracted to flawed, disorganized partners that need fixing)
good hygiene, a neat appearance, and an orderly environment are aphrodisiacs
Attracts love by handling all of the “dirty work” in a partner’s life
Flirts by making analytical observations, self-deprecating humor, or offering self-improvement advice
Wants to feel needed and useful in relationships
Libra
Believes love should = 50/50 partnership + 24/7 romance; likes attractive, intelligent, and sociable people
The usual romantic clichés (such as rose petals on the bed and long, moonlit walks on the beach) are aphrodisiacs
Attracts love by being charming company, understanding and attentive
Flirts indiscriminately for attention and popularity
Wants equality, romance, and lots of attention in relationships; beauty, making plans as a couple
Scorpio
Believes love should be passionate, intense, and life-altering; likes to associate with powerful people whose sexuality comes in contradictory layers
A strong sex drive, instant chemistry, intensity, and loyalty are aphrodisiacs
Attracts love by keeping a mate’s secrets, developing an emotional bond, and not wanting to share the partner’s affection
Flirts through seduction
Wants to have control and trust in a relationship
Sagittarius
Believes love should bring happiness, great times, and good luck; likes outgoing, intelligent, independent, adventurous people
Visiting exotic places, meeting foreign people, exploring foreign cultures, and different accents are aphrodisiacs
Attracts love by being friendly, fun-loving, generous, and free-spirited
Flirts through friendly conversation and making someone laugh
Wants freedom, honesty, few expectations, and undefined commitment in a relationship
Capricorn
Believes love should make people keep their word; likes responsible, successful people who can help with achieving aspirations
Knowing what’s coming next is an aphrodisiac
Attracts love by being dependable and loyal; shows affection by honoring commitments and not leaving the relationship;
Flirts by getting straight to the point, assessing a potential mate’s value, and showing off their dry wit as they feel more comfortable
Wants a solid commitment from the right person in relationships
Aquarius
Believes love should be dessert with friendship as the main entrée; likes free-spirited, eccentric people who aren’t afraid to go against the status quo
Discussing new, inventive ways to have sex is an aphrodisiac
Attracts love by being friendly to everyone
Flirts by sharing unusual ideas and opinions
Wants a best friend, intellectually stimulating company and emotional detachment in relationships
Pisces
Believes love should be a perfect blend of an intuitive, spiritual bond and romance; likes nonjudgmental, creative people who think and communicate in imaginative ways
Dreamy kisses that cause tingles, foot massages, bubble baths, and mind-altering substances or practices are aphrodisiacs
Attracts love by being infinitely compassionate and seeing the best in people
Flirts by developing and acknowledging a special connection
Wants empathy, kindness, and sensitivity in relationships
“She dresses like summer and smells like spring, but is cold as winter and collapses as autumn”
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“Her wild feral stare, her dark hair / Her winter lips as cold as stone.”
— Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, from “Nobody’s Baby Now,”
“And then her heart changed, or at least she understood it; and the winter passed, and the sun shone upon her.”
— J.R.R. Tolkien, The Return of the King
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“And then her heart changed, or at least she understood it; and the winter passed, and the sun shone upon her.”
— J.R.R. Tolkien, The Return of the King
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“She lay in the darkness of her white satin bedroom, the mirrors throwing aureoles of false moonlight, the rows of perfume bottles creating false suspended gardens.”
— Anaïs Nin, from Stella; Winter of Artifice: Three Novelettes.
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side table piece. 💡 the snow i woke up to is sadly melting away before the days end. more snow is in the forecast this week, hopefully another day of a winter wonderland before spring hits. 🌹