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Excellent read about my adoptive hometown. Nebraska is often described as “Nebraska nice” (surface true). But “Nebraska tough” is fair. I’d note the second doctor interviewed is the boss of a good friend of mine. Also, I’m pleased the doctors are both women and the nurse is a man. No doubt a deliberate choice, but I salute it.

Incidentally, on the CNN special about the virus, the patient interviewed was staying at UNMC, and he waxed almost poetic about his treatment in Omaha. We’re good. The Buffets have invested a LOT of money in it: billions for state of the art research and facilities. That’s what eurgetism ought to look like by people who take being part of the human race seriously.

So the next person unfamiliar with Nebraska who asks me if I live on a ranch in Omaha and ride a horse to work (seriously! I’ve been asked that!)...

This might be the topic that I am most careful in approaching. But. I think this is the topic that most people are interested/excited about. 

-wait for it-

Yeees. Compatibility. ARE U READY?

With all the talks about the elements (Fire, Earth, Air, and Water) of the 12 zodiac signs. It is vital to know that the elements hold a core aspect of your personality. The elements unite different zodiac signs and shares a way of looking at the everyday life. Have you ever had moments when you meet someone and you instantly click? Thoughts like “where have you been all my life?”, or “wow, you know me so well”. Sometimes even, when the person you just met ticks you off so easily and you just can’t get along well no matter how hard you tried? 

Well, the universe has an impeccable way of working things out. No matter how hard you try to dismiss it, it’s connected in a way. Some relationships are easier to build than others. Why? Let’s find out.

COMPATIBILITY OF THE SAME ELEMENT

FIRE WITH FIRE

When two Fire signs get together, the energy both hold just instantly intensifies. You may feel like you just met your soulmate. Mutual understandings, the energy both parties exchange and manifests. When they both agree on the same things, all is well. However, when a fight breaks out, it MAY seem like it’s the end. Without a doubt, it’s impossible to put out a fire with fire. Well, if one of the two is willing to let their guard down their relationship is usually the strongest. 

EARTH WITH EARTH

These pairings tend to appreciate each other’s need for stability and routine. They may keep things on the surface, due to the fact that they don’t like talking about their emotional issues. Earth signs like to keep things as peaceful as possible. SECURITY. They need to feel secure, also the responsibility in their relation. Once that’s taken care of, all is goood. 

AIR WITH AIR

These pairings truly understand the meaning of “communication is the key in a relationship”. When two Air signs get together, ideas are bound to be exchanged and the foundation of TRUST. Even if one sign is quieter than the other, they know where the conversation is going. Although at times impracticality is found. Constant reassurance and commitment, keep stimulating their intellect will keep things cool.

WATER WITH WATER

Well well well, when two Water signs get together you don’t have to worry about emotional problems. Because these people can literally READ YOUR MIND, almost like a sixth sense. They are sensitive and very attentive to each other. It is good and bad, first, you may not be able to articulate the intricacies of why and how. Both parties find a space for mutual love and respect.  

COMPATIBILITY OF OPPOSING ELEMENT

FIRE AND AIR

When a Fire sign and Air sign is paired up, they can get along almost instantly. They make a pretty good team. Air signs can understand the thoughts and feelings, the actions and possible outcome of the fire, without extinguishing their enthusiasm. On the other hand, Fire signs can help the indecisiveness of an Air sign. 

EARTH AND WATER

These two signs are a well-suited pair. They rely on each other just as how with water the earth is rejuvenated. However, nothing will be able to regain their trust once it is gone. As if there’s a problem in the land, the water is afraid for its own safety. These signs will start withdrawing themselves. 

COMPATIBILITY OF OTHER ELEMENTS

FIRE AND EARTH

Upon meeting, these signs portray hostility towards each other. Earth extinguishes the fire, the fire burns the earth. A lot of recklessness, impulsiveness. Although this combination isn’t rare, just be cautious. In order to work things out, they need to spend a lot of time and energy to gain mutual understanding in the relationship and find common ground.

FIRE AND WATER

Just by reading the elements, it is obvious that this is a chaotic pairing in a relationship. They do share the same enthusiasm but in different ways. Fire signs are impatient and spontaneous, they express their emotions outwardly. Whereas Water signs are more flexible and passive, they need emotional support and the need to be understood. Fire signs are blunt with words and Water signs forgive but never forgets. They need to learn to understand and accept the emotional world of their partner. To accept that they both view things differently. 

EARTH AND AIR

These pairings can be as problematic as the previous ones, as land is grounded when air is free. Earth signs can feel like they aren’t able to seize Air signs due to their shallowness. Earth signs tend to suppress their partners with inherent conservatism and pragmatism. If a relationship is established between these two it can be long-lasting and productive. That is if they learn how to talk about their feelings (Air signs stop living by reason - Earth signs, stop trying to suppress your emotions thinking they’re under control).

AIR AND WATER

These signs are attracted to each other at times. It works like admiration, Air signs admire how sensitive and receptivity of a Water sign as well as the intuition of a Water sign. On the other hand, Water signs are attracted to good communicators and the intelligence of an Air sign. In the beginning, it may seem there is development between each other but soon later they will begin to understand how unlike and difficult it is to be together.

PHEW. FINALLY.

Do you somehow understand more about your sign’s element now? With that said, I hope this helped in a way to view things in a bigger picture. Knowing how your partner's element interact with yours will save you a lot of unexpected situations. I just want to add that, compatibility and relations between all elements have their own benefits and doubts. As long as two parties are willing to work it out no matter how rough it gets and not blame one another. That’s when you know you’re A TEAM.

Saturday 15/12

Structural Analysis 2 (Stiffness Method)