Forum Title: LIZZIE BORDEN SOCIETY Topic Area: Stay to Tea Topic Name: What tree did you fall from?  

1. "What tree did you fall from?"
Posted by Kimberly on Feb-15th-04 at 9:25 PM

(I'm a cypress )

(pardon any missing letters, I was trying to edit really fast)
Find your birthday and then find your tree.

Dec 23 to Jan 01 - Apple Tree
Jan 01 to Jan 11 - Fir Tree
Jan 12 to Jan 24 - Elm Tree
Jan 25 to Feb 03 - Cypress Tree
Feb 04 to Feb 08 - Poplar Tree
Feb 09 to Feb 18 - Cedar Tree
Feb 19 to Feb 28 - Pine Tree
Mar 01 to Mar 10 - Weeping Willow Tree
Mar 11 to Mar 20 - Lime Tree
Mar 21 (only) -Oak Tree
Mar 22 to Mar 31 - Hazelnut Tree
Apr 01 to Apr 10 - Rowan Tree
Apr 11 to Apr 20 - Maple Tree
Apr 21 to Apr 30 - Walnut Tree
May 01 to May 14 - Poplar Tree
May 15 to May 24 - Chestnut Tree
May 25 to Jun 03 - Ash Tree
Jun 04 to Jun 13 - Hornbeam Tree
Jun 14 to Jun 23 - Fig Tree
Jun 24 (only) - Birch Tree
Jun 25 to Jul 04 - Apple Tree
Jul 05 to Jul 14 - Fir Tree
Jul 15 to Jul 25 -Elm Tree
Jul 26 to Aug 04 - Cypress Tree
Aug 05 to Aug 13 - Poplar Tree
Aug 14 to Aug 23 - Cedar Tree
Aug 24 to Sep 02 - Pine Tree
Sep 03 to Sep 12 - Weeping Willow Tree
Sep 13 to Sep 22 - Lime Tree
Sep 23 (only) - Olive Tree
Sep 24 to Oct 03 - Hazelnut Tree
Oct 04 to Oct 13 - Rowan Tree
Oct 14 to Oct 23 - Maple Tree
Oct 24 to Nov 11 - Walnut Tree
Nov 12 to Nov 21 - Chestnut Tree
Nov 22 to Dec 01 - Ash Tree
Dec 02 to Dec 11 - Hornbeam Tree
Dec 12 to Dec 21 - Fig Tree
Dec 22 (only) - Beech Tree


YOUR TREE
(in alphabetical order)
Apple Tree (the Love) -- quiet and shy at times, lots of charm, appeal, and attraction, pleasant attitude, flirtatious smile, adventurous, sensitive, loyal in love, wants to love and be loved, faithful and tender partner, very generous, many talents, loves children, needs affectionate partner.

Ash Tree (the Ambition) -- extremely attractive, vivacious, impulsive, demanding, does not care for criticism, ambitious, intelligent, talented, likes to play with fate, can be very egotistic, reliable, restless lover, sometimes money rules over the heart, demands attention, needs love and much emotional support.

Beech Tree (the Creative) -- has good taste, concerned about its looks, materialistic, good organization of life and career, conomical, good leader, takes no unnecessary risks, reasonable, splendid lifetime companion, keen on keeping fit (diets, sports, etc).

Birch Tree (the inspiration) -- vivacious, attractive, elegant,
friendly, unpretentious, modest, does not like anything in excess,
abhors the vulgar, loves life in nature and in calm, not very passionate, full of imagination, little ambition, creates a calm and content atmosphere.

Cedar Tree (the Confidence) -- of rare strength, knows how to adapt,
likes unexpected presents, of good health, not in the least shy, tends to look down on others, self-confident, a great speaker, determined, often impatient, likes to impress others, has many talents, industrious, healthy optimism, waits for the one true love, able to make quick decisions.

Chestnut Tree (the Honesty) -- of unusual stature, impressive,
well-developed sense of justice, fun to be around, a planner, born
diplomat, can be irritated easily, sensitive of others feelings, hard
worker, sometimes acts superior, feels not understood at times,
fiercely family oriented, very loyal in love, physically fit.

Cypress Tree (the Faithfulness) -- strong, muscular, adaptable, takes what life has to give but doesn't necessarily like it, strives to be content, optimistic, wants to be financially independent, wants love and affection, hates loneliness, passionate lover which cannot be satisfied, faithful, quick-tempered at times, can be unruly and careless, loves to gain knowledge, needs to be needed.

Elm Tree (the Noble-mindedness) -- pleasant shape, tasteful clothes, modest demands, tends not to forgive mistakes, cheerful, likes to lead but not to obey, honest and faithful partner, likes making decisions for others, noble-minded, generous, good sense of humor, practical.

Fig Tree (the Sensibility) -- very strong minded, a bit self-willed, honest, loyal, independent, hates contradiction or arguments, loves life and friends, enjoys children and animals, a social butterfly, great sense of humor, likes idleness and laziness after long demanding hours at work, has artistic talent and great intelligence.

Fir tree (the Mysterious) -- extraordinary taste, handles stress poorly, loves anything beautiful, can become depressed at times, stubborn, tends to care for those close to them as well as helping strangers, rather modest, hard worker, talented, unselfish, few sexual relationships, many friends, doesn't want foes, very reliable.


Hazelnut Tree (the Extraordinary) -- charming, sense of humor, very demanding but can also be very understanding, knows how to make a lasting impression, active fighter for social causes and politics, popular, quite moody, sexually oriented, honest, a perfectionist, has a precise sense of judgment and expects complete fairness.

Hornbeam Tree (the Good Taste) -- of cool beauty, cares for its looks and condition, good taste, is not egoistic, makes life as comfortable as possible, leads a reasonable and disciplined life, looks for kindness and acknowledgment in an emotional partner, dreams of unusual lovers, is seldom happy with its feelings, mistrusts most people, is never sure of its decisions, very conscientious.

Lime Tree (the Doubt) - intelligent, hard working, accepts what life dishes out, but not before trying to change bad circumstances into good ones, hates fighting and stress, enjoys getaway vacations, may appear tough, but is actually soft and relenting, always willing to make sacrifices for family and friends, has many talents but not always enough time to use them, can become a complainer, great leadership qualities, is jealous at times but extremely loyal.

Maple Tree (Independence of Mind) -- no ordinary person, full of imagination and originality, shy and reserved, ambitious, proud,
self-confident, hungers for new experiences, sometimes nervous, has many complexities, good memory, learns easily, complicated love life, wants to impress.

Oak Tree (the Brave) -- robust nature, courageous, strong, unrelenting, independent, sensible, does not like change, keeps its feet on the ground, person of action.

Olive Tree (the Wisdom) -- loves sun, warmth and kind feelings,reasonable, balanced, avoids aggression and violence, tolerant, cheerful, calm, well-developed sense of justice, sensitive, empathetic, free of jealousy, loves to read and the company of sophisticated people.

Pine Tree (the Peacemaker) -- loves agreeable company, craves peace and harmony, loves to help others, active imagination, likes to write poetry, not fashion conscious, great compassion, friendly to all, falls strongly in love but will leave if betrayed or lied to, emotionally soft, low self esteem, needs affection and reassurance.

Poplar Tree (the Uncertainty) -- looks very decorative, talented,
not very self-confident, extremely courageous if necessary, needs goodwill and pleasant surroundings, very choosy, often lonely, great animosity, great artistic nature, good organizer, tends to lean toward philosophy, reliable in any situation, takes partnership seriously.

Rowan Tree (the Sensitivity) -- full of charm, cheerful, gifted without egoism, likes to draw attention, loves life, motion, unrest, and even complications, is both dependent and independent, good taste, artistic, passionate, emotional, good company, does not forgive.

Walnut Tree (the Passion) -- unrelenting, strange and full of contrasts, often egotistic, aggressive, noble, broad horizon, unexpected reactions, spontaneous, unlimited ambition, no flexibility, difficult and uncommon partner, not always liked
but often admired, ingenious strategist, very jealous and
passionate, no compromise.

Weeping Willow (the Melancholy) - likes to be stress free, loves family life, full of hopes and dreams, attractive, very empathetic, loves anything beautiful, musically inclined, loves to travel to exotic places, restless, capricious, honest, can be influenced but is not easy to live with when pressured, sometimes demanding, good intuition, suffers in love until they find that one loyal, steadfast partner; loves to make others laugh. 

(Message last edited Feb-15th-04  9:30 PM.)


2. "Re: What tree did you fall from?"
Posted by Harry on Feb-15th-04 at 9:38 PM
In response to Message #1.

Hey cool, I'm a Poplar tree.  I lived the first 15 years of my life on Poplar Street in Yonkers, NY.

Lizzie was an Elm.  What, no Pear?


3. "Re: What tree did you fall from?"
Posted by yellowsky on Feb-15th-04 at 9:39 PM
In response to Message #1.

WOW! This rings true with me! I'm poplar.


4. "Re: What tree did you fall from?"
Posted by lydiapinkham on Feb-16th-04 at 12:51 AM
In response to Message #3.


This thing's a hoot!  Where does it come from (tradition?)?  I'm an ash (which is something people have said about me for years).  I used to live on Ash St! I'm definitely not money oriented, but some of the other things fit.

I notice that Lizzie's tree holds a grudge. . . .

--Lyddie


5. "Re: What tree did you fall from?"
Posted by Kat on Feb-16th-04 at 3:23 AM
In response to Message #1.

I'm a Fir who once lived on Walnut. 

Thanks for all the typing Kimberly!


6. "Re: What tree did you fall from?"
Posted by Kimberly on Feb-16th-04 at 1:04 PM
In response to Message #1.

That is "Celtic Astrology" or something like that......



7. "Re: What tree did you fall from?"
Posted by Kimberly on Feb-16th-04 at 1:21 PM
In response to Message #5.

Welcome Yellowsky!

Kat, you know me, I didn't type all that -- a guy sent
it to me. Seems like he said he was a walnut. I never
lived on a tree street but I am a cypress & I have a cypress
oustide my bedroom window -- planted it & two others myself.


8. "Re: What tree did you fall from?"
Posted by gt-master on Feb-16th-04 at 3:23 PM
In response to Message #1.

I'm a POPLAR who onced lived on PINE, hates WALNUTS, but loves MAPLE syrup.


9. "Re: What tree did you fall from?"
Posted by yellowsky on Feb-16th-04 at 4:00 PM
In response to Message #7.

Thanks Kimberly! It's nice to be home!


10. "Re: What tree did you fall from?"
Posted by njwolfe on Feb-16th-04 at 6:43 PM
In response to Message #1.

Thats fun Kimberly! I'm a Rowan tree! I grew up on Maple Place though.


11. "Re: What tree did you fall from?"
Posted by Susan on Feb-16th-04 at 9:23 PM
In response to Message #1.

I'm a Cedar tree.  All I keep thinking about is those cedar chips used to line hamster cages and such. 


12. "Re: What tree did you fall from?"
Posted by Kat on Feb-17th-04 at 12:37 AM
In response to Message #11.

We have a cedar chest in which our mom placed some of her grandmother's things she saved until now.


13. "Re: What tree did you fall from?"
Posted by audrey on Feb-17th-04 at 1:59 AM
In response to Message #1.

I am a fir tree... But I also find it interesting to read about the tree I love the most-- The weeping willow.

What a neat post!


14. "Re: What tree did you fall from?"
Posted by lydiapinkham on Feb-17th-04 at 2:46 AM
In response to Message #8.


Sometimes you feel like a nut; sometimes you don't!

--Lyddie


15. "Re: What tree did you fall from?"
Posted by lydiapinkham on Feb-17th-04 at 2:56 AM
In response to Message #9.

Welcome, yellowsky!

--Lyddie


16. "Re: What tree did you fall from?"
Posted by Susan on Feb-17th-04 at 12:14 PM
In response to Message #12.

Yes, I guess there are plusses to cedar wood, thats just the first thing that keeps entering my head.  I've been in a few older homes out here that actually have cedar closets, very nice scent. 


17. "Re: What tree did you fall from?"
Posted by yellowsky on Feb-17th-04 at 1:34 PM
In response to Message #15.

Thank you as well, Lyddie! It's nice to be here!


18. "Re: What tree did you fall from?"
Posted by haulover on Feb-18th-04 at 12:05 PM
In response to Message #1.

so i'm a WALNUT.

Walnut Tree (the Passion) -- unrelenting, strange and full of contrasts, often egotistic, aggressive, noble, broad horizon, unexpected reactions, spontaneous, unlimited ambition, no flexibility, difficult and uncommon partner, not always liked
but often admired, ingenious strategist, very jealous and
passionate, no compromise.

_________________________

most of that is accurate enough, i guess.  "strange and full of contrasts" really does strike a chord.  "not always liked but often admired" -- i've often noted this and i don't mind it at all.  i've always cared more about "respect" than "like."  (especially since i've observed that so much of this business of "liking" is basically a social disease consisting mostly of neediness and jealousy.)


what is this based on? or where does it come from?  this whole tree list thing, i mean.






19. "Re: What tree did you fall from?"
Posted by haulover on Feb-18th-04 at 12:10 PM
In response to Message #13.

apparently i'm a walnut with a weeping willow in my back yard.  i post a pic of it when spring comes; it's "naked" now.


20. "Re: What tree did you fall from?"
Posted by Kimberly on Feb-18th-04 at 1:13 PM
In response to Message #18.

A Walnut penpal sent it to me -- it is sposed to
be "Celtic Astrology" I don't know if that is real or
if it is like the Southern Signs or what. I think it
seems fairly on-the-ball, the odd thing is the way
it is divided up by a few days & not just 4 weeks
lumped all together. I'm a Leo, a Cypress & a Catfish
in the Southern Signs & I was born in the year of the Rat.
They all have me pegged pretty well. Except for the Catfish,
it says something about my wiskers & I don't have wiskers &
don't expect to have any until menopause.


Mine says "takes what life has to give but doesn't necessarily
like it" and that is so strange because someone told me a long
time ago to "take what you get and deal with it" and I
do "deal" with what I get. That is why I get called a bitch.


Cypress Tree (the Faithfulness) -- strong, muscular, adaptable, takes what life has to give but doesn't necessarily like it, strives to be content, optimistic, wants to be financially independent, wants love and affection, hates loneliness, passionate lover which cannot be satisfied, faithful, quick-tempered at times, can be unruly and careless, loves to gain knowledge, needs to be needed.

(Message last edited Feb-18th-04  1:17 PM.)


21. "Re: What tree did you fall from?"
Posted by doug65oh on Feb-27th-04 at 1:33 AM
In response to Message #20.

Interesting... Apparently I fell out of a cedar tree. Wonder if that's why my back hurts and my pockets smell like a hamster cage?? (The clean side that is!!)

Doug


22. "Re: What tree did you fall from?"
Posted by Doug on Feb-27th-04 at 12:51 PM
In response to Message #1.

For the past twenty years I have lived on Orchard Street. That must cover a few bases. Our backyard has the only apple tree left in the neighborhood.


23. "Re: What tree did you fall from?"
Posted by Kimberly on Feb-27th-04 at 2:46 PM
In response to Message #22.

Ya know, I found a copy of this thingy on www.dancingmonica.com
I wonder if my penpal got it from there?