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Year of the Rat Celebration
Bye bye Piggy, Hello Mr. Rat
In the Chinese lunar calendar, 2008 is the"Year of the Rat", and it begins on February 7, 2008.
The"Rat"is the first sign of the Chinese zodiac.
Legend has it that the Jade Emperor invited the animals for a party. The first 12 to arrive was the Rat, followed by the Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Sheep, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and lastly, the Pig. All the animals were named after the 12-year cycle that governs Chinese life
thereafter.
Various versions of the Rat's story are particularly revealing about his character.
One version has it that, towards the end of the journey, the animals had to cross a celestial river, and the Rat asked the Ox to ferry him across. When they arrived on the other side, the Rat jumped down off the Ox's head and that's how gained first spot in the order of the Chinese zodiac.
Those born in the "Year of the Rat" are clever, ambitious, creative, hard-working, fastidious, charming and sociable, but can be a bit stingy when it comes to sharing their wealth or possessions.
Rats are compatible with Dragons, Monkeys and Oxen, but should avoid Horses at all costs.
Chinese horoscope experts say 2008 - the Year of the Rat - is about conservatism and practicality. Here's a rundown on your Chinese sign in 2008.
RAT (1938, 60, 72, 84, 96)
Naturally clever and loves a challenge. Rats love to work alone but the truly successful ones let others into their schemes. Work with others and you will win gold.
OX (1937, 49, 61, 73, 85, 97)
Good leaders, hard-working but can be stubborn. Maybe work on seeing the other point of view and you won't lock horns as much as you did this year.
TIGER (1938, 50, 62, 74, 86, 98)
Fearless, can-do people with many projects buzzing in their minds. Need to calm that over-active mind of yours to better understand the best strategy. Try meditation. If that doesn't work, drink more beer.
RABBIT (1939, 51, 63, 75, 87)
Likable and compassionate nature, however an aversion to conflict means putting important issues on the backburner. Face your fears and move on.
DRAGON (1940, 52, 64, 76, 88)
Natural-born leaders. There are a lot of 30-, 42- and 54-year-olds out there who need to open their ears and get ready to be inspired from the most unlikely people.
SNAKE (1941, 53, 65, 77, 89)
Smart, stylish and hard-working. But is your cherished financial logic restricting your China opportunities Flash the cash.
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