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Star sign signs from stars

I try to keep the unbridled narcissism to a minimum here, and somehow the stars and the super moon dictate that I share my current horoscope. Perhaps you or someone you love is a Cancer too?

CANCER

Your personal stock is on the rise. Already, money is being made more quickly and easily. Still, you must understand that your most precious commodity is Time. And the cosmos bids you use it well. So take inventory of existing commitments. Stop double-booking. Tick items off the yellowing to-do list. And invest in frivolous goodies you’ve hankered for. In fact, Venus in Pisces says that the more you exhibit self-appreciation, the more you appreciate in the eyes of those who may be overly relying on your hard work and devotion. And don’t underestimate the value of a kooky idea—it could be pure gold.

FAMOUS CANCER: Richard Simmons (July 12, 1948) As a member of the most sensitive sign in the Zodiac, it’s no wonder this formerly overweight fitness guru has such a big heart—though it remains unclear why he also has such big hair (and such tiny shorts).

(courtesy astrologers Starsky + Cox in The Daily Beast, http://www.thedailybeast.com)


Does not compute!

I reluctantly switched my postal DVD rental service from a local mom-n-pop company (after it went out of business) to one of the bigger national ones. Their predictive algorithms have been amusing me no end. Here’s a sample:

incomprehensible movie recommendations

If only there was a local storefront where I could rent Indian films! Does that wish mean I’m a dinosaur?