We all know how crazy the family function can get, and there are definitely certain archetypes in each family that everyone can relate to. Here’s my take on what each of those are as the 12 zodiac signs!
Leo- the crazy aunt
Look out everyone, Aunt Leo just had another glass of chardonnay and is ready to party! A Leo naturally has the center of the room in every scenario, even at Thanksgiving dinner with your entire family. By the end of the night, once dessert is served, she’s walking around hugging everyone and saying how much she loves them. She even sneaks you some wine from the fridge in the garage because she needs someone to be her partner in crime.
Capricorn- the conservative uncle
Uncle Capricorn likes to keep things traditional. No phones at the dinner table and no boyfriend ’till you’re 25. Just like a Capricorn, your uncle is VERY strong in his convictions, and is VERY decided with his opinions, even if it’s not the appropriate time to express them. He can fry up one mean turkey though, and he always brings the IPAS from the good brewery up north. He lands a distasteful comment here and there, but that turkey is anything but distasteful!Â
Aries & Gemini- iPad nephews
Aunt Leo’s genes did not stray too far with these two. Aries and Gemini both have childlike energy and wonder. If either of them get bored or uninterested for too long they become restless. These nephews keep showing you videos on their iPad’s that make you question if the amount of access to the internet they have is safe for a child. They want you to come and play with them in the spare room upstairs away from the adults, you realllyyy don’t want to go but your mother insists. They both are jumping on the bed with their shoes on and screaming about Fortnite and so many other things you don’t understand. At least they aren’t a factor in the leftover wars, since the only thing they eat is the mashed potatoes and rolls.
Taurus, Aquarius, Sagittarius- the “walk” cousinsÂ
Both Taurus and Sagittarius know how to elevate an already good time, and Aquarius needs to break away from the chaos. There’s no surprise here that they would invite you on a “walk” before Thanksgiving dinner (if you know, you know). A Taurus wants to make any meal more enjoyable, and a Sag is down for the thrill. Aquarius needs to chill out after a long-winded conversation with Leo. Don’t enjoy too much of what they offer you though, because they can out-smoke you and you’ll be greening out by the time dessert is served. They are also broke college students, so they will be battling the sleeping dad’s club for the leftovers.Â
Scorpio & Virgo- the sleeping dad’s club
You can’t blame the dads for passing out on the couch once the meal is finished and football goes on, turkey really is a coma inducer. They also drove for 2 hours, had 3 beers, and did way too much socializing with mom’s side of the family. Scorpio and Virgo both prioritize their time to decompress, especially after socializing and a meal. Don’t worry, Scorpio and Virgo will be wide awake just in time for dessert!Â
Cancer & Libra- The overworked mothers
Cancer and Libra are always making sure everyone is comfortable, well-fed, and things are running smoothly. Cancers’ motherly nature will keep them in the kitchen, washing dishes and constantly preparing the food. A libra feels guilty if they don’t lend a helping hand, but also needs to make sure that everyone else around them is having a good time before they are. These two are constantly on their feet and stressed out the whole time. Between conservative Uncle Capricorn, your young Aries and Gemini nephews, they have a lot on their plate! Maybe they should take a walk with Taurus, Sag and Aquarius.
Pisces- the black sheep
Where there is yin there is always yang. Pisces role is to balance out Uncle Cap’s antics in a debate at the table. A Pisces is limitless with their world view, and actively detests tradition and conservative notions. This cousin is still too young to be invited to the “walk”, but just old enough to somehow know more about politics than you. They show up to the function with an alternative style and never smile for the family photos.Â
Thanksgiving is ment to be spent with the people you love the most. Sometimes however, that comes with putting up with some crazy antics. There’s something about spending time with family that everyone can relate too, and there’s almost always a character that families share in common.