Monday, March 29, 2010

The Reason

So as ya'll know, I got a tattoo over spring break of a lion's paw with the leo symbol in the middle. I know I've said I got it because I'm a leo and I'm kind of in to the whole astrology and horoscope thing but it really isn't just that. It has more to do with the symbolism and traits associated with the leo symbol that I am, in most cases, proud to have. I wanted to be able to give a more direct answer for when people asked why I got what I did so I googled characteristics of leos
Traits associated with leos (The Good):
Spontaneously creative
Extrovert
Generous
Warmhearted
Enthusiastic
Broad-minded
Faithful
Loving
Ambitious
Strong Willed
Independent
Born Leader
Loyal
Protective
Passionate
Wise

(The Bad, or not so good):
Arrogance
Egotistical
Bad Temper
Self-Centered
Lust for power
"Unlimited Sexual Lust" (quoted from a website...didn't know that)
Pompous 
Patronizing
Bossy
Moody 
Vain
Assertive

Leos are also said to be good with children, dislike doing things safely, living ordinary boring lives, and small minded and mean spirited people. (All of which I think are true)

I know I don't posses all these traits, but there are quite a few (both good and bad) that I agree with or have been told I am. I hope that the good outweighs the bad, but at the same time I know you can't have one without the other. So the real reason I got the tattoo that I did, was because it was much easier to get the symbol than it would have been to have all the traits listed down my back. I'm proud to be associated with the (good) traits of a leo and hope that I embody them well.

2 comments:

Stephanie Cheryl said...

Aw, I really like this. I think it's so cool to look at things like this (zodiac signs) and point out what traits and such you have or may not not have.

Also, Can I just say that I cannot wait until you have children??

Just sayin'. That will be the day.

Janell said...

:) Thanks I think it's cool to look at that stuff too (obviously lol)

And why exactly are you so excited? Is it because they would be devilishly awesome??? ;)