My lunar sign is in Virgo. Every month when the…

My lunar sign is in Virgo. Every month when the moon is full, I’m driven to balance my checkbook and straighten up my apartment. I can’t help myself. Instead of a werewolf I turn into an accountant.

Sourced, Jitterbug Perfume
(1984)

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