Cancer profile from Rainfall.com
Element: Water--view the world through feeling
Stone: Moonstone, Pearl, Peridot
Colors: Pale colors, cream, white
Attractions: Pisces, Scorpio, Aquarius
Motto: I Feel
Notable people born under the sign of Cancer: Julius Caesar, Rembrandt van Rijn, Kathleen Turner, Mike Tyson, Meryl Streep, Nelson Mandela, Helen Keller; Princess Diana, Bill Cosby, Woody Gutherie.
Personality:They have a talent for non-verbal communication which is reflected in the way they arrange their home putting emphasis on the bedroom and kitchen. They require an unusual amount of psychological support, and it must be given in private, regular and satisfying. Without it they become nervous and irritable. They love a quiet evening alone with friends. Expression and release are very important to them. They are also particularly persuasive in the private sphere. Top

Cancer profile from Yahoo!
Cancer's element is Water. Symbolic of the emotions, water signs need to give and receive. They thrive on the exchange of feelings. They need security and love to be wrapped in an environment of love and comfort. Truly a wonderful example of Yin receptivity, Cancer seems to absorb memories, feelings and psychic messages. Of course, they send back their own good vibes in the process. The cardinal' motivation energizes their strong ability to provide for others. Few work as hard and as tenaciously as Cancer. Without the balance of Yang assertiveness, however, Cancer's confidence can be a bit wobbly. After all, the Crab is so very sensitive to everything. Just as the sign's ruler, the Moon, goes through phases, Cancer often experiences mood-swings. Sometimes the desire to love results in giving too much. In such cases, the Crab can become over-protective or dependent. Balanced, the Cancer adds personal independence to his or her priorities. Top

Cancer preferences from Yahoo!
Books: The sensitive and caring Crab will enjoy cozying up at home with a good tear-jerking romance novel, or a book that evokes warm childhood memories while sitting in front of a roaring fire with a cup of hot cocoa.
Chocolate: Draws it out to make even the smallest box last for a month.
Food: Cancer is the homebody that, as a Water Sign, is looking for comfort food. The Crab is an excellent cook, though, so making delicious meals with their favorite flavors -- like basil, garlic, mint, nutmeg and vanilla -- is no problem.
Movies: The comfortable Crab gets much pleasure out of hunkering down on the couch to watch a miniseries or a family or history movie and is likely catch a film on video so that you don't have to leave the comfort of home to go to the theater.
Music: The sentimental crab likes listening back to the music of the good old days. Folk masters like Joan Baez, Bob Dylan, Woody Guthrie, Johnny Cash and Cat Stevens are all perfect for curling up and getting lost in memories of the good old days. For a more modern twist, try Tori Amos and Ani DiFranco.
Sports: As a water sign and aquatic creature, the Crab will be happy to make a splash in team sports played in or on the water like water polo, sailing or ice hockey.
Television: The Crab flips on baseball games only to hear the singing of the National Anthem. At other times, though, you're looking to classic TV programs, like Leave it to Beaver and Happy Days. Be careful: Once you start watching soap operas, you'll probably never stop. Top
Could those preferences be any more off? Check out the music, sports, and television preferences. Only flips on a baseball game to hear the National Anthem? LOL!

Numerology profile from Yahoo!
Derek's Life-Path number is eight.

Your Life-Path number is probably the most influential numerological aspect to be considered. This number is determined by your birth date and represents who you are at this time. It indicates specific traits that are present and will likely be active and influential throughout your lifetime. It is the overall number that determines much of what will be important to you and how you will handle things as they come. If your Life-Path number is eight, the pursuit of money and status will be the most prominent for you. Those with a Life-Path number of eight are often the most powerful, confident and materially successful people there are.

Eight personalities tend to be independent, competitive, practical and forceful when it's necessary. Managing business, yourself and your environment will all come fairly easy. With an eight Life-Path, you are endowed with tremendous potential for conceiving far reaching ideas and further, with the tenacity to follow through on them. Key qualities/words for an eight Life-Path are practical endeavors, status orientated, power seeking and high material goals.

It is common for eights to find they have little or no time for dreams and visions. They are more likely to be concerned with the down to earth affairs that are going on. This can add strain to relationships if others aren't aware or accepting of your nature. An eight can also become so preoccupied with the making of money that the family, the home and their own peace of mind becomes neglected. Taking appropriate time to allow for all things that are important can be a challenge but is also vital to the happiness of an eight.

The life purpose for an eight is to acquire money and to learn the power that comes with proper manipulation. It was once thought that the number eight was one of 'bad luck'. This is hardly the case. Luck has nothing to do with it for an eight. Ingenuity, balance and hard work bring rewards.

It's important for all eights to refrain from obsessive pursuits or from neglect of life's other pleasures. It can be a challenge to find the right balance between ambition and relationships. However, careful planning and determination can keep life in harmony. Top

Sun sign from Yahoo!
Cancer, the fourth Sign of the Zodiac, is all about home. Those born under this Sign are 'roots' kinds of people and take great pleasure in the comforts of home and family. Cancers are maternal, domestic and love to nurture others. More than likely, their family will be large, too -- the more, the merrier! Cancers will certainly be merry if their home life is serene and harmonious. Traditions are upheld with great zest in a Cancer's household, since these folks prize family history and love communal activities. They also tend to be patriotic, waving the flag whenever possible. A Cancer's good memory is the basis for stories told around the dinner table, and don't be surprised if these folks get emotional about things to boot. Those born under this Sign wear their heart on their sleeve, which is just fine by them. The mascot of Cancerians is the Crab, and much like this shelled little critter, Cancerians are quick to retreat into their shells if it suits their mood. No wonder these folks are called crabby! For Cancer, it's not that big of a deal, though, since they consider this 'shell' a second home (and they do love home).

The flip side of this hiding is that shell-bound Crabs are often quite moody. Further, in keeping with their difficulty in sharing their innermost feelings, it can become a Herculean task to pry a Crab out of its secret hiding place. What to do? Give the Crab time -- eventually these folks will come out to play again. When they do, they'll be the first to say so, in keeping with the Cardinal Quality attached to this Sign. It's said that Crabs are first to laugh and first to cry, so you can bet they'll fill you in. That shell, by the way, isn't the only tough thing about Crabs. These folks are tenacious and strong-willed and like to get their way. If their well-documented kindness and gentleness doesn't do the trick, however, they're not above using emotional manipulation to make things happen. If that still doesn't work, they'll just go back to their shell and sulk, or find a way to get back at the source of their pain, since Crabs can be rather vindictive. That said, any self-respecting Crab would tell you that they are ultimately motivated by protecting their home and loved ones, a most noble goal. Cancerians are ruled by the Moon, the Great Mother of the heavens in ancient times. Here on Earth, this is manifested in the Crab's maternal instincts and desire to protect home and hearth. This may appear smothering at times, but that's the Crab for you. The Moon is associated with fertility, too, a quality which is most pleasing to Cancerians. The Moon is also the ruler of moods, and Cancers have plenty of those.

These folks can cry you a river if they're so inclined, and they usually are. They can be overly sensitive, easily hurt and prone to brooding. Even so, Crabs find it easy to be sympathetic to others and are quick to show their affection. Their intuition is also a great help to them, especially in times of stress. The Element associated with Cancer is Water. Like the rolling waves of the sea, the Crab's emotions can make quite a splash. These folks tend to pick up on things and bring them in, with the outward result ranging from sentimentality to possessiveness. Crabs need to resist the temptation to become selfish or to feel sorry for themselves, since this behavior won't help. On the bright side, Cancers are good with money (although some consider them too thrifty), probably because they value a sense of security. Crabs are also quick to help others and tend to avoid confrontation. In keeping with their nurturing bent, those born under this Sign are a whiz with food. A hearty picnic on the Fourth of July is heaven on earth to most Crabs. Cancers often find that a robust workout session is just the tonic for their touchy feelings. Team sports are always nice, since they offer a sense of community; water polo should be elemental to aquatic Crabs. What are their team colors? The Moon is silver and white. Since Cancerians have a tendency to be lazy, however, they may need someone to push them out the door. When it comes to the game of love, eager Crabs are devoted, romantic and able to get things going on their own. Crabs are wise to listen to their gut, since this Sign rules the stomach. The great strength of the Cancer-born is the tenacity with which they protect their loved ones. These folks don't ask for much, either: a comfortable home and sense of peace about sums it up. It's that nurturing instinct which makes Cancerians a pleasure to be with. Top

Karma sign from Yahoo!
You dislike feeling dependent on others and yet you constantly need reassurance because of your own feelings of insecurity. This struggle to be independent and yet be secure can motivate an attempt to buy security. You may have issues with nurturing and also your family responsibilities may be great. You will never feel completely secure however, no matter how much you acquire. This in itself will enable your evolution if you allow it. Once you reach the realization that neither people nor material gain will make you feel secure you can start developing security within yourself. The most difficult thing to realize is that this can be accomplished without the help or support from others. Top

Chinese astrology from Yahoo!
Derek is a tiger
Winter is his season.
FEBRUARY is his month.

Personality: You have a rage to live and the teeth to sink into a plank of wood. Fortune doesn't motivate you but your desire for passionate adventure and impossible challenges does! Cyrano de Bergerac would almost dim in comparison to someone as high in color as yourself. Nothing stops you, neither eccentricity nor danger. You decide on your course of action through impulse; you listen to your heart more than to your reason. Your fearless enthusiasm motivates others. People would follow you to the end of the earth if only to take part in the wild dreams that you imagine each day to get beyond the reality and routine of every day life. This extravagance goes hand-in-hand with a need to command: you love it when people obey you without a word. Caution to those who don't: they could get badly clawed. Excessive in everything, your behavior betrays the force of your emotions: passion and anger are part of your every day life. If someone tries to put you in a cage, you become crazed and roar loud enough to dislocate your jaw! An insatiable adventurer, you build your life from the hazards and opportunities you encounter, grabbing onto the chances that are offered to you with an almost unconscious audacity. Your fault: You are unpredictable and not very good at making others feel secure.

Work: A charismatic person, you are a leader of men, a maestro, a captain of ships. If you are put into a subordinate job, you die. You need action and independence to give measure to your talents in convincing clients, amassing business affairs, and conquering markets. You make your path in a universe that is wild, anarchic and without hierarchy. Roads that have already been taken don't interest you. You can't conceive of working without passion and refuse to bow down to logic, fixed hours and uniforms. A lord reigns in you!

Money: Savings, security, and organization are abhorrent to you. You love to play the stock market, go to the races, and bet your salary on an even number. Money interests you only to the extent that it can buy you emotional thrills and pleasures. Your generosity is often without limit. You will invest in a new undertaking without hesitation, confident in your luck and intuition. It's true, the risks you take are generally compensated for! You are ready to give your friends a lot of money and in time you will become a magnificent hero who lights up the world.

Love: Your love life is as intrepid and romantic as your life in general. Like a white knight, you have no fear and no reproaches to make. You climb up balconies to save princesses. The first days of passion are fiery and you shine! Completely fickle, you run away as soon as routine is present. If your loved one leaves you, you act like a lord, admitting defeat without bitterness. One love lost is ten more found! To seduce you, a person must be ready for anything, respect your sense of space and liberty, love disorder and adventure and purr with pleasure when your paws become velvet!

The Tiger in the Year of the Snake: Adjustment and Steady Progress
The Tiger often feels restrained and uncomfortable under the Snake's influence. This is because of his love of excitement and adventure. The fast-paced atmosphere of the last Dragon year suited this well. But this year is sure to add a completely different element to the atmosphere. The Tiger can make real headway in growth. As things slow down to a steady pace, get ready to progress. Be sure you have your goals down right from the start, as the focus and concentration you need to realize your ambitions will be provided. While things won't happen in a flash of lightening like last year, they will happen with a steadfast approach. You can expect to be able to express yourself well and to advance your career inch by inch. As this year can bring out the more devious of characters, it is vital that you don't take anything at face value. Use your natural skepticism to question anything that seems vague. Socially, things will be light and casual in nature. Snake years do not usually see life-long commitments occurring. But it will give you plenty of time to meet new faces, make new friends, and enjoy fun and recreation. One of the grandest aspects of the Year of the Snake is the ability to learn at a much greater capacity. This is the time to take that course, attend that workshop or pick up that book you've been thinking of. You will be delighted to see how easy it is to concentrate. This additional education will lend support to your career and personal growth. Top

Tiger profile from Rainfall.com
Tigers are rebels. They are both colorful and unpredictable. Their energy and love of life are stimulating.They love being the center of attention and never go unnoticed. Tigers are impatient and always look for action.They speak their minds when upset and have suspicious natures.

But in spite of their quick tempers, they are sincere, generous and very affectionate. They also possess a great sense of humor. Tigers like people, involvement,and dedication to humanitarian causes. They seek out adventures, and at certain points in their lives, they will be very rebellious. They must act out some of their ideals and lash out at the wrongs of society. Tigers are so daring that they acquire many admirers. Those who disapprove of what Tigers do still will secretly admire Tigers for their actions.

When Tigers are injured they need all-out sympathy. Logic does not appeal to them. They want to be comforted. They will listen sincerely to the advice you give, and then do exactly as they please. Since they have a lot of spunk, no matter how down and out they get,they never give up. They can always start over again.

People born during the year of the Tiger have super egos. Tread lightly and don't hurt their feelings. They may never forgive you! Tigers are romantic, passionate, and playful. They are also extremely jealous and possessive. If they do not learn to control their emotions, they could cause themselves much trouble.The lives of Tigers are full of emotional situations, but they love it that way. They love life and want to live it to the fullest.

Optimistic, Tigers always bounce back for new and fresh challenges. Tigers are very generous with rewards when you have pleased them. Being delightful hosts, Tigers go all-out to see that you have a good time. They are intense individuals, especially when upset and angry, but Tigers are famous for their ability in influencing others and swaying crowds. Top