Monthly Archives: February 2017
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Winter is here and even though I’m in California where I don’t experience a truly brutal winter, there’s something about the shorter days that give winter a real icky vibe. Even without blustery winds, there are so many days when I want to put my hair in a top knot (and not a cute Urban Outfitters catalog top knot, a totally gross one that’s flat and greasy, but still frizzy in a way that seems to defy science) and wear sweats all day. And when there are a lot of those days in a row, you can start to feel pretty gross about yourself. And when you’re feeling gross about yourself, it’s tough to get into the mood for sex. Read more
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ARIES.
(March 20 - April 19):
It’s hard to tell the difference between agitation and excitement. It doesn’t much matter as long as you channel the energy into doing something constructive.TAURUS.
(April 20 - May 20):
Be honest. Not getting what you wanted is what you secretly desired. Don't make the other party feel bad for turning you down. Read more![](https://www.pattiknows.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/weekly-horoscope-283x300.jpg)
ARIES.
(March 20 - April 19):
A partner is disappointed with results, but you see the seeds of a future success. Be encouraging. Your bravado is needed now.TAURUS.
(April 20 - May 20):
Clearly there will be changes in your career. Thankfully you have lots of time to negotiate them. Be proactive. Don’t wait for developments to come to you. Read more![](https://www.pattiknows.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/weekly-horoscope-283x300.jpg)
ARIES.
(March 20 - April 19):
You’re tempted to sidestep a confrontation, but don’t. You need to protect your interests before things get worse.TAURUS.
(April 20 - May 20):
Change doesn’t undermine your security; it expands it. Don’t let your love of the status quo keep you from thinking outside the comfort zone. Read more![](https://www.pattiknows.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/politics-dating-300x300.jpg)
I know everyone’s saying this, but it’s true. So, I’ll say it, too. We are living in some of the most politically divided times ever. I haven’t been shy about where I stand on this divide. I was pro Hillary and will never feel comfortable with Trump as our leader. This isn’t about being a sore loser. It’s about what I truly feel is right for our country. Even just listening to myself, I can tell there’s a very real split in this country and I know that I’m a part of it. This divide it feels like it touches everything, not just politics. And one of the facets of life that I hear about it affecting the most is romance. Should a requirement to share the same political beliefs be a non-negotiable? I have two answers for that... Read more
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