Kung Hay Fat Choy

Rat : 1912, 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008
The clever rat has made many ambitious plans that will be put into actionthis year. Good fortune and good times will surround the rat in this year ofglory. Easy social grace is a gift of those born in this sign, but trustedclose friends and family are the center that the rat needs to secureprosperity. Beware of the battle of earth and water that may confuse thescurrying rat. This beginning of the year will see the rat tempted by manyflirtatious relationships. Faithfulness and loyalty are difficult with somany admiring glances. Understand the fear of those you care for as you seemto be drawn to many new relationships. Take steps to avoid damage to yourtrue partners. As the year passes the successful rat will see more seriousrelationships bear fruit. Although the rat is a water sign, boat cruises arenot a good vacation plan. Travel to exotic lands to explore,meet new peopleand experience adventure may be the perfect honeymoon. With the influence ofthe earth aspects of this year, promises of commitments become real andthose born in this sign may experience the blessings of marriage and ofchildren added to their family. The rat who cannot focus on success will bemisled and find much conflict and many uncomfortable scenes caused bystraying from a match that will bring good fortune. When prosperity and lovecome easily they may not be treated with respect. The rat who will succeedis the one who remembers that greed and manipulation may bring quickvictories but ultimately strengthen enemies. The cat is ever watchful of therat who stole its place. Listen to the guidance of ancestors, loved ones andtrusted friends. Beware of the flattery of casual admiration to completelyfulfill the promise of extreme good fortune that this year holds.

Ox : 1913, 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997
The year of the earth rat brings good more good fortune for the steady ox.The solid back that carried the rat across the river will be well rewarded.The influence of the Brown Earth Rat means a prosperous and healthy year forthe ox but the influence of water will make the year interesting. There willbe many choices that will lead to success if the ox remains true to theearth nature. Do not follow on paths that seem to lead to easy success. Thewise ox knows that perseverance brings permanent good fortune. While yourhard work will begin to bring rewards in this last half of this year, thereal success awaits in the year of the ox that is coming. Conflicts andconfusion can be a problem in the beginning of the year as water and earthelements of the Brown Earth Rat seek balance. Attention to romanticrelationships will bring harmony but neglect will bring conflict. Givingtokens of affection will bring great rewards. Do not be obstinate in yourbusiness or personal relationships. The last few months will feel theinfluence of the upcoming sign of the ox strengthening and lead to fullserenity. Wait until then to make those difficult decisions.

Tiger : 1914, 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998
The wild tiger prospered in the year of the dog and the pig. The rat yearwill change the good fortune of the large cat. While not the enemy that thetrue cat is, there is still some adversity. Both business and personalrelationships will be a challenge. You may find many flirtatious moments butthey will not lead to serious commitments. You will need to rely on familyto move through this confusing time. Happy relationships will suffer fromconflict in the early part of the year, but attention to romance andfaithfulness will return good fortune. At work you will also feel theseconflicts. You will be more aware of criticism from coworkers and employers.Learn to control your aggressive nature when responding to this and you willfind prosperity. Use your abundant energy to turn dreams of success intoreal plans that will bring rewards as the year ends. Be careful to avoid excesses in work and all things physical especially in the last half of theyear.

Rabbit : 1915, 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999
Many rabbits will find the year of the earth rat unusually fortunate if they can control the tendency to hop about. The rat is not normally a harmonious sign for the rabbit, but this brown earth rat year remembers that both are rodents and does not confuse the rabbit with the cat. Flirtation, romance and marriage lie in wait for the amorous rabbit. The conflict will be tofind harmony between the three. Take care not to endanger a possible lifelong love by continued flirtation. Looking for perfection instead of happiness in love can cause grief. At work the urge to pick on the shortcomings of coworkers and find dissatisfaction with a good position will cause unhappiness. This may be an auspicious time to make changes in your career path with the earth influences fueling new growth for you, but besure that the change comes from a positive source. Moving toward prosperitywill bring a positive cycle, running from adversity will not. Whether youdecide to stay or go, a focus on the positive aspects of your currentposition will lead to long term success and good fortune through theupcoming cycle.

Dragon : 1916, 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000
The rat is a good friend to the dragon. The new cycle that starts this year will bring prosperity to the dragon after what may seem like a long time of struggle. The stream of good fortune that you saw coming your way in atrickle last year will reach fullness this year. Your energy is strong after resting in the year of the pig and you will find that difficulties are able to be overcome. You will need energy to keep up with the social whirl coming your way. While much of your focus will be on friendships and love, put some of that energy toward career networking opportunities that will develop thisyear and will benefit you throughout the next cycle. The conservative natureof this rat year may give moments of frustration to the dragon who cannot tame a fiery nature. This is a time to begin ventures that will benefit fromthe steady nurturing earth influence but you will need patience and persistence to see them through to success. The signs are very good for yoursoul mate to appear. Take care to recognize this most special person or the opportunity may be lost in your busy social life. Home influences are strong and if you have been dreaming of a major purchase - of a home or for yourhome - this year is a good time to see the dream fulfilled.

Snake : 1917, 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001
This year will find the energetic rat providing a wonderland ofopportunities to the awakening snake. Show your true self and be honest withthose who care about you. This may be difficult for the snake who is used tokeeping tightly coiled, but there will be little need to use your venom to protect yourself this year. Happiness will be abundant in relationships with friends and family as long as you can uncoil. Successful results inbusiness, especially new ventures, lie ahead for you. Your ability to takequick, decisive actions and make the right decisions will be a great benefit to your career. This may lead you to some big opportunities that you will be ready to take advantage of. Curb the impulsive to spend unwisely. Earth influences favor conservative spending for the snake, but with energy flowing so strongly, you may not be able to resist a quick buy that can turnout to be a mistake .

Horse : 1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002
The horse is not happy to find the rat in its barn. Distracted by the energy of the rat, the horse will be easy prey to others. By nature, the horse listens more to what the heart says, but this year it is the head that will give the best advice. Take comfort in the company of close friends and family and also make sure to exercise, eat well and keep a regular schedule.These will weave a blanket that protects you from the blasts of ill fortune and physical distress that the rat year can bring. Try not to let your nervousness cause conflicts at home and work. This is not a time to start new ventures or make major decisions. Plans for the future are the way to take advantage of your time. Building knowledge about your career through job training or education will move you ahead without danger. Plan inexpensive, relaxing vacations with friends and family to clear yourconfusion and find peace.

Sheep / Goat : 1919, 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003
The rat year brings sheep romance that may be true love, but overall the year will seem less positive than what you may be used to. The year may seeunhappiness in romantic relationships. Accepting your part in the disharmony will help to return happiness. In this area, your family may be part of the problem. A trip to a faraway land brings calm back to your love life, but beware of seeming to promise more than you are willing to give. Foolish decisions in the early part of the year can bring ill fortune for thiscycle. Seek the advice of family and trusted friends before making hastydecisions about money or career. There are many opportunities but choosingthe best path is important. The rat offers chances for learning and culture.Looking at the past or cultures that are different from your own may lead to knowledge that will bring success in personal and business ventures. Find agroup that will offer you the chance to talk about these things. Travel tonew places adds to the good fortune and gives you a chance to spend energyin growth instead of following roads that will lead to dead ends.

Monkey : 1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004
The Monkey who has worked hard will see many rewards in the year of the rat.The year may start off slow, but by the end of March the full richness ofthe rat year will be evident and continue through the year. The battle ofearth and water can bring confusion. Tolerance helps you to avoid making enemies by judging friends or coworkers too harshly. Overall the rat is a good friend to the monkey and provides many chances to find good fortune in love and in your career. Take your time in picking the best of these. Avoid the temptation to spend unwisely. This is a year for saving, not spending.The right decisions will see the foundation of a comfortable nest eggbuilding during the rest of the cycle. Enjoy your good fortune.

Rooster : 1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005
Rooster will find many challenges to overcome during the rat year. Energy is high, but much of it is not positive and there is stress ahead for the rooster. Quick decisions and emotional outbursts will lead to trouble. Keepa positive attitude and pace yourself. Make a plan for your time and yourmoney and stick to it. Relationships will be unsteady if the crowing roostershows aggression. When that urge appears, step back and use your strong intellect to analyze the problem and create a positive outcome. Matters of money and career will also need this steady approach. The rat year favors learning and you can overcome many negative aspects at work by seeking training and sharing your knowledge with coworkers. Remember that what you do this year will follow you throughout the cycle, so keep that positive attitude intact and build a foundation for the upswing in your fortunes inthe coming years.

Dog: 1910, 1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006
The dog continues to find good fortune as the rat opens a new cycle. Familyand friends are more important than ever this year, but avoid pressure fromthis source on business and financial decisions. Relationships that began inthis pig year may be a source of good fortune in this new 12 year cycle.Don't be afraid to let superiors and coworkers see your skills. Accept both the praise and advice that comes to you from this source. Keep your focus asyou may find yourself drawn to chasing the rat, but don't be timid when thetime comes to make decisions that will bring change and good fortune.

Pig : 1911, 1923, 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007
The pig still enjoys the benefits of good fortune as the new cycle begins.The fire pig, those born in 1947 and 2007, will be especially fortunate inthe year of the earth rat, but anyone born in a pig year will find the ratyear bringing good fortune. This year promises success in romance and theremay be marriage in the year ahead. Finances are no problem for you thisyear, but be careful of those who would take advantage asking for loans or applying pressure for you to make a major purchase or investment. Steadywork will move your career into places you had not expected. Be open to theenergy and excitement that this new cycle brings, but conserve your physicalstrength. There is a pig tendency to push too hard. There is no need toexhaust yourself in seeking prosperity -- especially in the second half ofthe year.Remember, whatever the omens portend, for better or worse, you are the finalmaster of your own fate.These ideas are provided for your enjoyment and amusement and are not meant to take the place of your own good sense.Wishing you and your family a year of health and prosperity! Kung Hay Fat Choy