astronomy

Celestial objects and the phenomena that surrounds them. What lies above the earth forever out of reach. From moons, to stars, galaxies, and beyond.

A Journey to Evolution
It wasn’t something I did often but I found myself eyes glued to the flat screen. I wasn't super into television but today I enjoyed Big Cat Tales on Hulu as I watched lions roam across the National Reserve in Kenya. Their warm golden coats fascinated me. The structure of their bones, the playfulness of their paws, and long manes were beautiful. There was something about their walk— majestic. I truly admired the cat family in general and seemed to have always had one as a pet since I was a baby girl. Cats were protective, fighters, and dominant. They had an arrogance that gave off “I am more important than you,” and seemed to always be busy in their own world, intimidating the masses but still extremely soft and enticing to rub. My uncle described them as those you have to earn their love— as opposed to dogs who almost immediately run to and love on anyone.
By Lailah A5 years ago in Futurism
The Reputation of A Scorpio
What's your name? What's your sign" The age-old question, the corniest pickup line. Most would turn their heads and move on to the next guy at the bar. Personally, this is one of the most interesting questions that can be asked in my opinion. The endless thoughts when someone says "I'm a Pieces" or "I'm on the cusp of Gemini and Cancer" or "I'm a Scorpio with a Taurus moon," can materialize hours of conversational topics.
By Tia Thingss5 years ago in Futurism
The Raging Bull
Toro, toro, toro! Oh, I feel those irons stabbing me in the back right between the shoulder blades, enraging me. I am always fighting. Fighting myself, my history, my present, and my future. Am I a Taurus or just a bull?
By Melissa Sloos5 years ago in Futurism
Sagittarius: Are You Compatible?
I'm a Sagittarius and over the years I've noticed a pattern concerning the zodiac signs of people who play a part in my life, both good and bad. I've even noticed the near absence of some signs. I was wondering about this so I did a little research, and sure enough, I found that I was very compatible as a Sagittarius to the sign of my daughter, my sister, and my most trusted friends, Libra. Even in casual conversations, I can start to feel that comfortable but fun vibe going and I have to ask, "what's your sign?" I'm never surprised when the answer comes back, "Libra."
By Helen Stuart5 years ago in Futurism
The V Card
You’re sitting in class, head down, and backpack zipped. You’re cleaning the break room, watching the clock tick closer and closer to 5:00. You’re walking home after a nice lunch with a friend. Then it happens. A classmate, a coworker, a neighbor, or whoever, asks without warning, “Hey, what’s your sign?”
By Alayna Cate5 years ago in Futurism
Lucky Number Thirteen
I’m a Valentine’s Day baby. No, I wasn’t born on Valentine’s Day. I wasn’t born on November 14th, either. I was born on December 1st. Figuring out the Valentine’s connection took time, because I was born a little on the small side, and because Mother Nature protects us from thinking about the date of our conception until we are old enough to think of our parents… Yeah, anyway.
By Lorelei Armstrong5 years ago in Futurism
The Ultimate Dreamer
My father sat in the lobby waiting to welcome our family to the hospital. Afro in full effect, he filled out his choices in the newspaper for the upcoming March Madness tournament.
By RJ5 years ago in Futurism
Is it in the Stars for Pisces?
Is it in the stars? Pisces and the watery constellation Pisces isn't my star sign, but because of Pisces season, I thought, why not provide some insight and big up the man dem? Pisces one of the many constellations of the zodiac. The sign itself is usually represented by a fish. Not because Jesus was a Pisces but because the name in the plural sense is Latin for fish. The Pisces constellation is one of the more dim constellations, much harder to see between Aries and Aquarius.
By Genee5 years ago in Futurism
Sagittarius-- Any Day is an Adventure
Sagittarius-- Any Day is an Adventure The Only Thing Better than Sharing Memories is Creating New ones I am a born Sagittarius, anything and everything one might read on a Sagittarius applies to me, adventurous-check, independent- check, check, Growth Mindset, I have lived that way my whole life what is the big deal now with all the fancy names (okay, I am opinionated)-check, lust for life, check, even the commitment phobia, mine is very real when it comes to men, so yep, check.
By Dee Mae Elva5 years ago in Futurism
Sagittarius: From Sign to Chart
"A Sagittarius?! That is where that infectious smile comes from." "You are an adventurous spirit." "Rebel." It is always interesting to watch someone's facial expressions after you answer their question about your star sign. They analyze the tens or hundreds of memories they have with you and notice how these general characteristics are interwoven throughout your actions. They will often smile at you and say:
By Isabella Wellman-Webster5 years ago in Futurism
"It's A Virgo Thing"
"Yes, I would like the strawberry parfait please. Uh..except..well this is kind of awkward ha. I believe you've spelt parfait wrong on the menu. Riiight there. Yes! By your logo, which now that I look at it again, is actually off centre too. You're welcome."
By Dena Marie5 years ago in Futurism
Virgo, The Critical Mind
I have a love-hate relationship with the character traits of my star sign. Virgo, the virgin. The Perfectionist. The giver. The mind of a silent internal killer. Over analytic, always seeking praise to avoid the demon in the head everything. Oh, how I love the drive that comes with my sign. But how I loathe the never-ending critiques of everything that doesn't shine the brightest in my eyes.
By Adonis Richards5 years ago in Futurism