#kej

Kej models a Karori'shian'tak, a snare-braid. It is a type of festival hairdo that involves a many-stranded braid being looped through the ribbon at its core several times.

^me when I see you in my notes or something idk

Today is Maya day 10 Manik (Kej in Aztec) and is represented by the mighty deer (synonymous with horse in Maya language). Because deer stand on four legs, they are referred to as “the pillars of the universe” and thought to hold up both the earth and the sky. Manik are guardians of nature, symbolic of all that comes in groups of fours: directions, elements, the four states of being (physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual), the four states of the day (dawn, noon, sunset, midnight), the four seasons, and the seasonal equinoxes and solstices that mark the passing of time itself. Manik days are meant to be spent in reflection, in nature, and to honor the energy within you that is spiritually connected to the energy that unites us all. By honoring our spiritual lineage, we are able to gain strength to bear the pain of being alive for Manik energy is strong and enduring. Manik periods are a great time to harness this energy to innovate and investigate -- to explore areas of life, spirituality, and establish order within the world. In peaceful times, Manik periods are relatively uneventful when authority and order is granted and obeyed. However, in the unrest that marks current times, Manik periods reflect ongoing challenges to outdated hierarchical structures and systems that no longer serve the needs of society.

People born on Manik days are driven caretakers of their community, adamant in their beliefs, and quick to stand up for their principles. Although general peaceful, they refuse to back down from confrontation. They struggle with wanting freedom but looking for security, and they commonly leave home at an early age to gain independence. Their confident bohemian attitude is infectious and intense, and Manik people will use their implicit power to establish authority in their work, in their home, or in their own wandering life. Eternally curious, they are known for breaking the rules of convention to find unique solutions. People born under this sign are always able to see opportunities when they arise yet are keenly aware of the difficulties contained within. They are artistically inclined and love to be appreciated for their work in the arts, yet are loathe to bare their soul as they are terrified of criticism. On the low side, Manik can become vain, inflexible, and scattered especially when they have notoriously bitten off more than they are able to take on. Procrastination is an ongoing issue with Manik people and can easily turn their lighthearted nature into a destructive pit of uncompleted projects and unpaid bills. They need to work at avoiding this downward spiral as it fosters their escapist tendencies and crushes their spirit. Their relationships tend to be intense and can quickly veer into obsessiveness. Because of their relentless search for authority, they are equally as likely to fight for the cause of good as they are for evil.  

Words used to describe people born under this sign are principled, artistic, innovative, intense, clever, caretaker, opportunistic, assertive, upbeat, optimistic, authoritative, curious, investigative, adventurous, masculine, wandering, fame-seeking, leader, escapist, dominating, aggressive, sensitive