Happy Chinese New Year (Jan 26th), Everyone !!

[j7wild]

Wow!!

I am a Snake (1965).

My wife is a Dragon.

(Dragons have big mouth and maybe unduly demanding on others.... well, that explains why she...)



According to the Chinese, Snakes and Dragons are compatible with each other!!



Chinese Zodiac in Microsoft Word Document so you can download it, share it with your friends by email or printout:

http://www.fileden.com/files/2006/6/...iac%202009.doc

Origin of the Chinese Zodiac

Chinese Calendar began in 2697 BC. This year is the 4706th Chinese Year beginning from January 26, 2009, the Year of the Ox.

Legend has it that one day the Gods ordered that animals be designated as the signs of each year with the twelve who arrived first selected. At that time, the cat and mouse were good friends and neighbors. When they heard of this news, the cat said to mouse: 'We should arrive early to sign up, but I usually get up late.' The mouse then promised to awaken his friend and to go together. However, on the morning when he got up, he was too excited to recall his promise, and went directly to the gathering place. On the way, the mouse encountered the tiger, ox, horse, and other animals that ran much faster. In order not to fall behind them, he thought up a good idea. He made the straightforward ox carry him on condition that he sang for the ox. The ox and mouse arrived first. The ox was happy thinking that he would be the first sign of the years, but the mouse had already slid in front, and became the first lucky animal of the Chinese zodiac. Meanwhile his neighbor the cat was too late; when it finally arrived, the selections were over. That's why other animals appear behind the little mouse and why the cat hates mice so much that every time they meet, the cat will chase and kill the mouse.

It is also said that this order of the zodiac originated in the Han Dynasty (206 - 220) according to the 12 time periods of a day:

The first period is from 11 p.m. to 1 a.m., the time rats actively seek food;
The second one is from 1 to 3 a.m., a time that oxen regurgitate;
From 3 to 5 a.m. tigers hunt prey and display their fiercest nature;
From 5 to 7 a.m., based on tales, the jade rabbit on the moon was busy pounding medicinal herb with a pestle;
From 7 to 9 a.m. dragons were said to hover in the sky to give people rainfall;
From 9 to 11 a.m. snakes start to leave their burrows;
From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. the day is flourishing, as vigorous as an unconstrained horse;
From 1 to 3 p.m. it was said that if sheep ate grass at this time, they would grow stronger;
From 3 to 5 p.m. monkeys become lively;
From 5 to 7 p.m. roosters return to their roost as it is dark;
From 7 to 9 p.m. dogs begin to carry out their duty to guard entrances;
From 9 to 11 p.m. all is quiet and pigs are sleeping soundly.



Rat
(1912, 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, 2020)
You are imaginative, charming and truly generous to the person you love. However, you have a tendency to be quick-tempered and overly critical. You are also inclined to be somewhat of an opportunist. Born under this sign, you should be happy in sales or as a writer, critic, or publicist. Rats are most compatible with the Dragon, Monkey, and Ox.

Ox
(1913, 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009)
A born leader, you inspire confidence from all around you. You are conservative, methodical and good with your hands. Guard against being chauvinistic and always demanding your own way. The Ox would be successful as a skilled surgeon, general, or hairdresser. Ox are most compatible with Snake, Rooster, and Rat people.

Tiger
(1914, 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010)
You are sensitive, emotional and capable of great love. However, you have a tendency to get carried away and be stubborn about what you think is right; often seen as a "Hothead" or rebel. Your sign shows you would be excellent as a boss, an explorer, a race car driver, or a matador. Tigers are most compatible with Horses, Dragons, and Dogs

Rabbit
(1915, 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011)
You are the kind of person that people like to be around-affectionate, obliging, always pleasant. You have a tendency, though, to get too sentimental and seem superficial. Being cautious and conservative, you are successful in business but would also make a good lawyer, diplomat, or actor. Rabbits are most compatible with the Sheep, Pig, and Dog.

Dragon
(1916, 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012)
Full of vitality and enthusiasm, the Dragon is a popular individual even with the reputation of being foolhardy and a "big mouth" at times. You are intelligent, gifted and a perfectionist but these qualities make you unduly demanding on others. You would be well-suited to be an artist, priest, or politician. Dragons are most compatible with Rats, Snakes, Monkeys, and Roosters.

Snake
(1917, 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013)
Rich in wisdom and charm, you are romantic and deep thinking and your intuition guides you strongly. Avoid procrastination and your stingy attitude towards money. Keep your sense of humor about life. The Snake would be most content as a teacher, philosopher, writer, psychiatrist and fortune teller. Snakes are most compatible with the Ox and Rooster.


Horse
(1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014)
Your capacity for hard work is amazing. You are your own person-very independent. While intelligent and friendly, you have a strong streak of selfishness and sharp cunning and should guard against being egotistical. Your sign suggests success as an adventurer, scientist, poet, or politician. Horses are most compatible with Tigers, Dogs, and Sheep.

Sheep
(1919, 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015)
Except for the knack of always getting off on the wrong foot with people, the Sheep can be charming company. You are elegant and artistic but the first to complain about things. Put aside your pessimism and worry and try to be less dependent on material comforts. You would be best as an actor, gardener, or beachcomber. Sheep are most compatible with Rabbits, Pigs, and Horses.

Monkey
(1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016)
You are very intelligent and have a very clever wit. Because of your extraordinary nature and magnetic personality you are always well-liked. The Monkey, however, must guard against being an opportunist and distrustful of other people. Your sign promises success in any field you try. Monkeys are most compatible with the Dragon and Rat.


Rooster
(1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017)
The Rooster is a hard worker; shrewd and definite in decision making often speaking his mind. Because of this you tend to seem boastful to others. You are a dreamer, flashy dresser and extravagant to an extreme. Born under this sign you should be happy as a restaurant owner, publicist, soldier, or world traveler. Roosters are most compatible with Ox, Snake, and Dragon.

Dog
(1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018)
The Dog will never let you down. Born under this sign you are honest and faithful to those you love. You are plagued by constant worry, a sharp tongue and a tendency to be a fault finder. You would make an excellent businessman, activist, teacher or secret agent. Dogs are most compatible with the Horse, Tiger, and Rabbit.

Pig
(1923, 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019)
You are a splendid companion -- an intellectual with a very strong need to set difficult goals and carry them out. You are sincere, tolerant and honest but by expecting the same from others you are incredibly naive. Your quest for material goods could be your downfall. The Pig would be best in the arts as an entertainer, or possibly a lawyer. Pigs are most compatible with Rabbits and Sheep.

[yangfang]

i'm chinese， this year is “牛（new）”，so everybady is saying happy “牛” year。 pronounctation 牛= new

[redbear]

i was going to post something along these lines ... glad to see we have members from that side of the world (i actually didnt think we did).

im a rooster (but i like using a different term for that ) - wife is a dragon and son is a snake.

[michalz00]

I'm a dog

Happy “牛” Year