Today is the first day of the Chinese New Year, and the start of the Year of the Rat. Apparently the Rat is the first sign of the Chinese zodiac and signifies new beginnings. That makes 2008 a great time to start new ventures and break new ground. The year of the Rat is also an equally good time for thinking and intellectual endeavours. And for anyone who has forgotten the resolutions they made on 31st December all hope is not lost. You now have a second chance to start afresh with the celebration of Chinese New Year on February 7th ;-)
Chinese Zodiac
There are 12 different animals in the Chinese zodiac: rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, ram, monkey, rooster, dog and boar. Each has its own distinctive set of characteristics. For a bit of fun have a look at this site and find out what sign you are ;-)http://www.bbc.co.uk/london/content/articles/2006/01/10/cny_calendar_feature.shtml
If you're celebrating this week, have fun!
And remember "The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago.....the second best time is NOW" Chinese Proverb
Denise x
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