Tuesday, January 20, 2009

New Year Mood...



Happy Lunar New Year (in advance)! Wah, dunno why... I'm just suddenly in the mood to celebrate Chinese New Year. Been feeling like this the whole day today. Maybe it's cos I need that break from work!

But then again, it doesn't seem like it's simply about getting a much-needed breather. I'm actually relishing the thought of shopping for bak gua to give to parents and in-laws later this week, and also looking forward to 2 great feasts on CNY eve! Will be having reunion lunch at in-laws' and reunion dinner at my parents place this year. Yum yum! ;D

Btw, was hunting for some articles online for work when I came across a website that describes the general outlook for the Year of the Ox. Well, I sort of got interested cos this year began with quite a bit of turbulence, especially with regards to the economy, so I just read on to find out more. Not that I'm superstitious and believe fully in such prediction -- it just never hurts to know stuff like that. :)

And here's what I found out:

"The year of the Ox is associated with domestic trouble that seems to have no solution. The grounded, rational, earth influence of the Ox may bring good fortune to troubled economic times but only with a sustained, well planned effort. The Ox influence brings an aversion to risky credit and quick answers that are not well conceived. The Ox year brings success only through discipline and through hard work. The steady ox is quick to anger when confronted by what seems to be irrational opposition, but the use of reason works well and avoids a charge by the angry bull. There is much danger of war and unrest if diplomacy does not prevail.

The last time the earth Ox was seen as the ruling influence was January 29, 1949 - February 15, 1950. The world suffered a recession in late 1948 and early 1949. The world economy recovered during the year of the ox due to rational decisions and careful planning. By 1951, the recession was over. Many will be searching for a quick solution to the current economic crisis, but the ox favors a well planned, consistent path that will take more time but lay a foundation for long lasting results. The strong earth influence of this year favors a strengthening of the housing market, but risk takers will not find this year favorable. Those who look for long term benefits, have a well thought out plan and are willing to work to see results will find great success.

Baby boomers who were born the last time the brown earth Ox ruled the zodiac celebrate their 60th birthday this year. Those who are influenced by the Ox will have experienced many years of good fortune if the planning, hard work and discipline of the sign were heeded. Those who failed to plan are given a new opportunity this year. If the lessons of the past are integrated, the future brings harmony and good fortune at home and in business."

Hmmm... sure hope the economy recovers soon and that peace will prevail everywhere...

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