Kitty's Corner

Scenario number one:

My dad goes to the hospital for a semi-annual health check. He waits in the waiting room like he is supposed to, and after half an hour the nurse calls his name. He gets up, approaches her, and sticks his hand out to say hello. The nurse takes one big step away and says: "We don't shake hands with the patients. Flu risk, you know..."
After additional 10 minutes, the doctor comes in, shakes hands with my dad, and says: "Hello, I'm your doctor!", and my dad replies: "Oh, but I thought you guys didn't shake hands with the patients?"
The doc rolls his eyes, lowers his voice, and says to my dad: "Nurses...!"


Scenario number two:

I'm heading for the ladies room at work. I see another woman heading for the restrooms too, but since we have more than one, I just continue walking. Then I see her open her bag and pick up a paper towel. She wraps it around the door handle, and opens the door to the ladies room without touching the handle itself.
I stop and stare. She is going to the toilet, and she doesn't want to touch the door handle on her way in. I would perhaps have understood it better if it had been on her way out - I mean, after all you never know if other people wash their hands after having been out there...



So what I experience here is that some people get hysterical about this influenza A. And sure, it's not nice to be ill. I'd rather not be either, but common sense will help a lot.

Our national board of health says that the population here in general has no need to be worried. Most people who become infected with Influenza H1N1 will only experience mild symptoms that will be over in a few days. So why is it that some people suffer from hysteria? It's a flu, not the plague!

And it's easy to minimize the risk of catching the flu:

• wash your hands frequently with soap and water
  
  
• Cough or sneeze in your sleeve instead of in your hand
  
  
• Stay at home if you are ill!
  

Now go and have yourself a good weekend!

Humans, according to Astrology are born under some zodiac sign or the other. This is determined by four factors: Date of birth, time of birth, place of birth and year of birth. I am sure most of us are familiar with that! But what we maybe aren’t so familiar with is the fact that there are certain signs that typically depict your sexuality, your sex drives and how far you are handling your libido! Interesting, don't you think?!

What typically happens is that because we are born under a particular zodiac sign, we also tend to be under its influence in terms of handling the art of lovemaking. Though it’s just a generalized observation, it holds true for many of us.

Take a look and see if you agree:

Aries (March 21-April 19)
The ruling planet of Arians is Mars, the planet of power and enormous personal strength. It kindles their passion and romantic moods. Intimacy and sexual impulses are high but very much short-lived. Aries lover has no patience and sensitivity and this may be the reason for the most of the relationships to turn sour. They are blessed with optimism and enthusiasm that keeps the fire in them burning and igniting their lover as well. Aries lover is burning with sexual energy and likes to be in charge. They are boldly passionate and willing to take risks for their love.

Taurus (April 20 - May 20)
Taureans are very lusty and sensual. They have a huge sexual appetite. Taurus lover takes his own time with everything and is slow to turn on. You cannot rush them in sex but they are gloriously seductive. They are sensual and masculine . The Taurean woman is also equally sensual. They love good food and good sex. They look for stability, security and make serious commitment in their love life. Tender and steady caresses of hand and physical stimulation excite the Taurus lover .

Gemini (May 21 - June 21)
Geminis are aroused by intellectual communion. They have a fierce desire for independence and freedom in their relationships. They are witty and very amusing lovers. They are not fierce or aggressive as lovers but can arouse their lover by sensual erotic fantasies. They are experimental in lovemaking and constantly keep analyzing their love life. The variety and change is the spice of life for them. Sex is fun but life with them. But they can get frenetic as they are liable to become insensitive or somewhat blunt at times.

Cancer (June 22 - July 22)
Cancer is a very emotional sign. Cancer lovers have a highly developed sense of touch. Outwardly they may pretend to be very cool but they are very sensual and loving. In lovemaking, to be emotionally involved with their lover is very important for them. They are very moody and sensitive. For them sex is an emotional bond that they form with their lover. They are very revengeful and slow to forgive infidelity and unfaithfulness in love. Since for them sex is not just simply a physical gratification but an emotional commitment between two hearts.

Leo (July 23 - Aug 22)
Passions burn in the mind and the body of a Leo lover. They radiate sexual confidence and like a majestic king of jungle they like to take charge in bed. The Leo lover likes to explore the pleasures of sex. Do not hurt the ego of the Leo lover and instead if possible sing praises. They have to be attached or fond of their lover to enjoy sex. No other zodiac sign can be so majestic and theatrical and grand in lovemaking.

Virgo (Aug 23 - Sept 22)
Virgos have a deep buried sensuality. Outwardly they maintain a cool and calm composure but buried deep inside are great passions. Virgos are very choosy about their lover. In sexual relationship they are very caring and controlling too and can make their partner feel the most wanted person on the earth. They are perfectionists and secretive by nature. The sexual relationship with a Virgo lover may not be a bed of roses (in fact more thorns). The effort has to be made to unearth and stir the deep buried passions and then you become the vortex of their life.

Libra (Sept 23 - Oct 22)
Libra is an airy sign. Libra is a sensual and generous lover who has deep desire to satisfy and please their lover in bed. They are flirtatious by nature and masters in lovemaking. A combination difficult to resist but you have to be patient with them because for them to have sexual relationship it is important that the other person must appeal to their romantic and passionate fantasies. They want to be loved and desired as they are sentimental and romantic at heart (remember to be patient) before they can teach you a trick or two in bed.

Scorpio (Oct 23 - Nov 21)
Scorpio is a watery sign. It is the most sexual of all the zodiac sign. They are sexually highly volatile and volcanic. Their sexual appetite is insatiable. For you to relate to a Scorpio it is important to match his hunger for sex. They are highly sexual but have some hidden agenda. Scorpio lover can use sex to manipulate and overcome you. There is some powerful magnetism attached to a Scorpio and of course the intensity of their love that invites you towards them. But beware its a spiders invitation to a fly to catch you in its web!

Sagittarius (Nov 22 - Dec 21)
Sagittarius is a fiery sign. Sagittarius lover is full of passion and loves to explore. They can be boldly passionate and full of fun. Do not try to invade their space because they are claustrophobic in nature. They are wild, passionate and adventurous in lovemaking. There are two conflicting sides to his personality. Sexual relationship with one partner for long bores them and they get this urge to move. Sex is great but in fact like sports or a game where they must perform to win.

Capricorn (Dec 22 - Jan 19)
Capricorn is an earthy sign. Earthy Capricorns sexual nature is as powerful as his earthy aspirations. Capricorn lovers will remain aloof and would not like to make a first move until of course s/he is truly in love. Sexual intimacy and expression has to be developed over a period of time. They have a very serious and aloof attitude hence they miss out the fun in sex. After the passion wears off usually the relationship spells trouble however sexual relationship without any emotional involvement can be exciting.

Aquarius (Jan 20 - Feb 18)
Aquarius is an airy sign. Sex with Aquarius lover can be wild and totally unpredictable. They not only want to possess your body but also want to know what is going on in your mind. Sex is pure lust and better if no emotional involvement is there. Explosive instant physical gratification (please no emotional strings) works best for them. Being an airy sign they are imaginative and experimental in lovemaking. There is no thumb rule to judge sexuality of a Aquarius because they can be passionate and can also be aloof.

Pisces (Feb 19 - March 20)
Pisces is a watery sign. Sex with Pisces lover is erotic and pure enjoyment. They form a kind of spiritual bond with their lover in union. They have intense sensual fantasies and lovemaking is an expression or outlet of their personality. They are sensitive and psychic towards their lovers desires and needs. Pisces is lazy by nature so does not like to chase its lover. Pisces lover is happy to swim in the deep waters of emotions and would like to solve all their personal problems in bed using sex as a key.