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CHINESE ZODIAC INFORMATION

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The Chinese calendar is a combination of the 10 “Heavenly Stems”, Tian-Gan ,
and the 12 “Earthly Branches”, Dì-Zhi. There are 12 periods (called Shi-Chen)
during 24 hours in the Traditional Chinese Zodiac, each consisting of 2 hours.
Each animal symbol is related to one Shi-Chen period in order. There are 12
periods (called Shi-Chen) during 24 hours in the Traditional Chinese Zodiac, each
consisting of 2 hours. Each animal symbol is related to one Shi-Chen period in order.

12 Shi-Chen and 12 Animals
1. Zi (1st Month of Chinese Year/11pm to 1am) and RAT - (Yang, 1st Trine, Fixed Element Water):
Forthright, disciplined, systematic, meticulous, charismatic, hardworking, industrious,
charming, eloquent, sociable, shrewd. Can be manipulative, vindictive, mendacious, venal,
selfish, obstinate, critical, over-ambitious, ruthless, intolerant, scheming.

2. Chou (2nd Month of Chinese Year/1am to 3am) and OX - (Yin, 2nd Trine, Fixed Element Water):
Dependable, calm, methodical, patient, hardworking, ambitious, conventional, steady, modest,
logical, resolute, tenacious. Can be stubborn, narrow-minded, materialistic, rigid, demanding.

3. Yin (3rd Month of Chinese Year/3am to 5am) and TIGER - (Yang, 3rd Trine, Fixed Element Wood):
Unpredictable, rebellious, colorful, powerful, passionate, daring, impulsive, vigorous,
stimulating, sincere, affectionate, humanitarian, generous. Can be restless, reckless,
impatient, quick-tempered, obstinate, selfish.

4. Mao (4th Month of Chinese Year/5am to 7am) and RABBIT - (Yin, 4th Trine, Fixed Element Wood):
Gracious, kind, sensitive, soft-spoken, amiable, elegant, reserved, cautious, artistic,
thorough, tender, self-assured, astute, compassionate, flexible. Can be moody, detached,
superficial, self-indulgent, opportunistic, lazy.

5. Chen (5th Month of Chinese Year/7am to 9am) and DRAGON - (Yang, 1st Trine, Fixed Element Wood):
Magnanimous, stately, vigorous, strong, self-assured, proud, noble, direct, dignified,
zealous, fiery, passionate, decisive, pioneering, ambitious, generous, loyal. Can be
arrogant, imperious, tyrannical, demanding, eccentric, grandiloquent and extremely
bombastic, prejudiced, dogmatic, over-bearing, violent, impetuous, brash, horny.

6. Si (6th Month of Chinese Year/9am to 11am) and SNAKE - (Yin, 2nd Trine, Fixed Element Fire):
Deep thinker, wise, mystic, graceful, soft-spoken, sensual, creative, prudent, shrewd,
ambitious, elegant, cautious, responsible, calm, strong, constant, purposeful. Can be loner,
bad communicator, possessive, hedonistic, self-doubting, distrustful, mendacious.

7. Wu (7th Month of Chinese Year/11am to 1pm) and HORSE - (Yang, 3rd Trine, Fixed Element Fire):
Cheerful, popular, quick-witted, changeable, earthy, perceptive, talkative, agile mentally
and physically, magnetic, intelligent, astute, flexible, open-minded. Can be fickle, arrogant,
anxious, rude, gullible, stubborn.

8. Wei (8th Month of Chinese Year/1pm to 3pm) and RAM (GOAT/SHEEP) - (Yin, 4th Trine, Fixed Element Fire):
Righteous, sincere, sympathetic, mild-mannered, shy, artistic, creative, gentle, compassionate,
understanding, mothering, determined, peaceful, generous, seeks security. Can be moody, indecisive,
over-passive, worrier, pessimistic, over-sensitive, complainer, wise.

9. Shen (9th Month of Chinese Year/3pm to 5pm) and MONKEY - (Yang, 1st Trine, Fixed Element Metal):
Inventor, motivator, improviser, quick-witted, inquisitive, flexible, innovative, problem solver,
self-assured, sociable, polite, dignified, competitive, objective, factual, intellectual. Can be
egotistical, vain, selfish, reckless, snobbish, deceptive, manipulative, cunning, jealous, suspicious.

10. You (10th Month of Chinese Year/5pm to 7pm) and ROOSTER - (Yin, 2nd Trine, Fixed Element Metal):
Acute, neat, meticulous, organized, self-assured, decisive, conservative, critical, perfectionist,
alert, zealous, practical, scientific, responsible. Can be over zealous and critical, puritanical,
egotistical, abrasive, opinionated.

11. Xu (11th Month of Chinese Year/7pm to 9pm) and DOG - (Yang, 3rd Trine, Fixed Element Metal):
Honest, intelligent, straightforward, loyal, sense of justice and fair play, attractive,
amicable, unpretentious, sociable, open-minded, idealistic, moralistic, practical, affectionate,
dogged. Can be cynical, lazy, cold, judgmental, pessimistic, worrier, stubborn, quarrelsome.

12. Hai (12th Month of Chinese Year/9pm to 11pm) and PIG (BOAR) - (Yin, 4th Trine, Fixed Element Water):
Honest, simple, gallant, sturdy, sociable, peace-loving, patient, loyal, hard-working, trusting,
sincere, calm, understanding, thoughtful, scrupulous, passionate, intelligent. Can be naive,
over-reliant, self-indulgent, gullible, fatalistic, materialistic.

In Chinese Astrology the Animal Signs assigned by year represent what others perceive you
as being or how you present yourself. It is a common misconception that the Animals assigned
by year are the only Signs, and many Western descriptions of Chinese Astrology draw solely
on this system. In fact, there are also Animal Signs assigned by month called "Inner Animals,"
day, and hours of the day called "Secret Animals." An individual's monthly Inner Animal Sign is
called their Inner Animal and is concerned with what motivates a person. Since this Sign dictates
the person's love life and inner persona, it is critical to a proper understanding of the individual's
compatibility with other Signs. The hourly Secret Animal Sign is thought to be a person’s truest
representation, since this Animal is determined by the smallest denominator: a person’s birth hour.
The birth-hour in which a person is born is their Secret Animal and is a person's own true Sign
which their personality is based on.

To sum it up, while a person might appear to be a Dragon because they were born in the
Year of the Dragon, they might also be a Snake internally and an Ox secretively. In total,
this makes for 8,640 possible combinations (Five Elements x 12 Animals in the 60 year cycle
(12 x 5 = 60, 12 months, 12 times of day) that a person might be. These are all considered
critical for the proper use of Chinese Astrology.

Categorizations of the Twelve Signs
Power Signs: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Dragon, Snake, Monkey,
Romance Signs: Rabbit, Horse, Ram, Rooster, Dog, Pig

The Four Animal Trines
THE FIRST TRINE: The First Trine Consists of the Rat, Dragon, and Monkey. These three Signs
are intense and powerful individuals, capable of great good or great evil. They make great
leaders, but the three may have different approaches. Frustrated when hampered, these Signs
are ruled by highly potent energy and unpredictability. At their worst, Rats are ruthlessly
power-hungry, vindictive, and Machiavellian; Dragons are inflexible megalomaniacs and
narcissists; and Monkeys are destructive manipulators and hedonists. They are intelligent,
magnanimous, charismatic, charming, authoritative, confident, eloquent and artistic. They
can also be tyrannical, bombastic, prejudiced, deceitful, imperious, ruthless, power-hungry,
and megalomaniacal.

THE SECOND TRINE: The Second Trine consists of the Ox, Snake, and Rooster. These three soul
mates conquer life through endurance, application, and slow accumulation of energy. Although
each Sign is fixed and rigid in opinions and views, they are genius in the art of meticulous
planning. They are hardworking, discreet, modest, industrious, charitable, loyal, punctual,
philosophical, patient, and good-hearted individuals with high moral standards. They can also
be self-righteous, vain, critical, judgmental, myopic, narrow-minded, petty.

THE THIRD TRINE: The Third Trine consists of the Tiger, Horse, and Dog. These three Signs
seek a true lover, and are like-minded in their pursuit of humanitarian causes. Each is a
gifted orator and excels at verbal communication. Relationships and personal contact are
of highest priority and each one seeks their intimate soul mate. Idealistic and impulsive,
the Tiger, Horse and Dog follow the beat of their own drummer. Defiant against injustice,
these three Signs wilt without large amounts of physical affection and loyal support for
causes. They are productive, enthusiastic, independent, engaging, dynamic and honourable.
They can also be rash, rebellious, quarrelsome, hot-headed, reckless, anxious, moody,
disagreeable, and stubborn. Although these three signs are loyal, they can be very protective
when lied to. The three signs do not enjoy being told what to do, but will listen when it
is a person they love or trust whole-heartedly.

THE FOURTH TRINE: The Fourth Trine consists of the Rabbit, Ram (Goat/Sheep) and Pig (Boar).
The quest for these three Signs is the aesthetic and beautiful in life. Their calm nature
gives them great leadership abilities. They are artistic, refined, intuitive, and well-mannered.
These souls love the preliminaries in love, and are fine artists in their lovemaking. The Rabbit,
Ram (Goat/Sheep) and Pig have been bestowed with calmer natures than the other 9 Signs. These
three are compassionately aware, yet detached and resigned to their condition. They seek
beauty and a sensitive lover. They are caring, unique, self-sacrificing, obliging, sensible,
creative, emphatic, tactful, and prudent. They can also be naive, pedantic, insecure, cunning,
indecisive, and pessimistic.

Determining the Suitable Animals
Select the 3 Animals who are evenly spaced from one another in the Zodiac Circle.
For example, Rat and Dragon and Monkey (tied by blue arrow line in the circle),
Tiger and Horse and Dog (tied by red arrow line in the circle) are suitable
one another, and so on.

Determining the Opposite (Unsuitable) Animals
An Animal is rejected by the one on the right opposite site in the Zodiac Circle.
Rat and Horse, Ox and Goat, Tiger and Monkey, Rabbit and Rooster, Dragon and Dog,
Snake and Pig are all rejected each other.

Calculating the Years of each Animal
Any year plus or minus 12 or 12 Multiple (For example: 12, 24, 36, 48, 60, 72, 96
and so on.) is the year with the same Animal Sign.
For example, 2002 is the Year of Horse, 2002-12 = 1990, 2002-24 =1978,
2002-36 = 1966, 2002-48 = 1954, 2002-60 = 1942, 2002-72 = 1930,
2002-96 = 1918, ... 2002, 1990, 1978, 1966, 1954, 1942, 1930, 1918...
are all the Year of Horse.

Why are there 12 Animals in Chinese Zodiac Symbols?
Why is there no Cat in Chinese Zodiac Symbols?

Many years ago, according to an Ancient Chinese legend, Buddha decided to
choose Animals as the Signs of 12 year cycle. He summoned all the Animals
to be present at a meeting next morning and he would secretly select the
first 12 Animals arriving to be the Signs of a year respectively. The Rat
and Cat, who were good friends, agreed to wake each other up. Next morning
Rat, who woke up first, broke his promise and left Cat sound asleep as he
quietly left alone to arrive at the meeting. Buddha selected the first 12
Animals as they arrived to be the Signs for the years. They came in this
order: the Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Ram, Monkey,
Rooster, Dog, and the Pig. By the time the Cat arrived everyone was
celebrating their good fortune and that is why there is no Cat in the
Chinese Zodiac. Needless to say, Cat and Rat became enemies from then on.

The Difference between the Chinese and Western Calendar
The Western calendar (the Gregorian Calendar) is a Solar calendar based on the
earth turning around the sun.

Chinese Calendar is primarily a Lunar Calendar based on the Moon turning around
the Earth. It's actually a Lunisolar Calendar. Unlike the Greek or Islamic Lunar
Calendar, the MONTHS in the Chinese calendar are based on the Moon; but the YEAR
in the Chinese Calendar is based on the Sun. It uses Intercalary months -- add one
more month in an Intercalary year, then there were 13 months in this year. There
are always either 29 or 30 days per month, no matter if it's an Intercalary month
or not in the Chinese Calendar. To adjust the difference -- add 1 Intercalary month
every 3 years, add 2 Intercalary months every 5 years, and add 7 Intercalary months
every 19 years. It seems complicated but not if we remember that we also use
Intercalary days in the Western Calendar. That's the reason why in February there
are 28 days but 29 days every fourth year. During a period of 400 years 97 (no 100)
Intercalary days would actually be added in total.

Chinese Calendar uses the terms of the Heavenly Stems and Earthly Branches, and the
combinations of 10 Heavenly Stems and 12 Earthly Branches to present the years, days
and hours, e.g. Jia-Wu Year, Jia-Wu Day, Zi Hour etc.

10 Heavenly Stems: 1. Jia 2. Yi 3. Bing 4. Ding 5. Wu* 6. Ji 7. Geng 8. Xin 9.Ren 10. Gei

12 Earthly Branches: 1. Zi 2. Chou 3. Yin 4. Mao 5. Chen 6. Si 7. Wu* 8. Wei 9. Shen 10.
You 11. Xu 12. Hai

*Wu is presented as 4 different Chinese characters at least because there are 4 tone
marks for each syllable. There is no way to show 4 tone marks for each Chinese syllable
in English so far. Therefore, at times it causes much confusion. Wu in 10 Heavenly Stems,
Wu in 12 Earthly Branches, Wu in numbers (means 5) and Wu in Dr. Wu are 4 different
Chinese characters.

For Years: use only one Heavenly Stem plus one Earthly Branch, e.g. 2003 is Gei-Wei Year;

For Months: uses numbers 1 to 12 like in Western calendar;

For Dates and Days: uses numbers 1 to 30 for dates and uses one Heavenly Stem plus one
Earthly Branch for days, e.g. March 6 (date), Wu-Yin day; (There are No days like Monday
to Sunday in Chinese Calendar.)

For Hours: uses 12 Earthly Branches to stand for 12 periods (called Shi-Chen) during 24 hours,
each consisting of 2 hours.

How to be sure of Correct Animal Year if Born in January or February?
The New Year's Day in the Chinese Calendar is in January OR February of the Western
Calendar depending on the year. If you are born in January or February, you may need
to find the actual year in Chinese Calendar.

The most important day is the Chinese New Year's Day (CNYD). For example, CNYD was
February 12th in 2002. 2001 is the Year of Snake while 2002 is the Year of Horse. You are
a "Horse" if you were born in or After February 12, 2002, but you are a "Snake" if you
were born before Feb. 12, 2002. Here are the CNYD for one hundred years -- Formats
in "Year (CNYD-mm/dd)": Example: 2003(02/01/) means CNYD is February 1st in year of 2003.

1900(01/31), 1901(02/19), 1902(02/08), 1903(01/29), 1904(02/16),
1905(02/04), 1906(01/25), 1907(02/13), 1908(02/02), 1909(01/22),
1910(02/10), 1911(01/30), 1912(02/18), 1913(02/06), 1914(01/26),
1915(02/14), 1916(02/03), 1917(01/23), 1918(02/11), 1919(02/01),
1920(02/20), 1921(02/08), 1922(01/28), 1923(02/16), 1924(02/05),
1925(01/24), 1926(02/13), 1927(02/02), 1928(01/23), 1929(02/10),
1930(01/30), 1931(02/17), 1932(02/06), 1933(01/26), 1934(02/14),
1935(02/04), 1936(01/24), 1937(02/11), 1938(01/31), 1939(02/19),
1940(02/08), 1941(01/27), 1942(02/15), 1943(02/05), 1944(01/25),
1945(02/13), 1946(02/02), 1947(01/22), 1948(02/10), 1949(01/29),
1950(02/17), 1951(02/06), 1952(01/27), 1953(02/14), 1954(02/03),
1955(01/24), 1956(02/12), 1957(01/31), 1958(02/18), 1959(02/08),
1960(01/28), 1961(02/15), 1962(02/05), 1963(01/26), 1964(02/13),
1965(02/02), 1966(01/21), 1967(02/09), 1968(01/30), 1969(02/17),
1970(02/06), 1971(01/27), 1972(02/15), 1973(02/03), 1974(01/23),
1975(02/11), 1976(01/31), 1977(02/18), 1978(02/07), 1979(02/28),
1980(02/16), 1981(02/05), 1982(01/25), 1983(02/13), 1984(02/02),
1985(02/20), 1986(02/09), 1987(01/29), 1988(02/17), 1989(02/06),
1990(01/27), 1991(02/15), 1992(02/04), 1993(01/23), 1994(02/10),
1995(01/31), 1996(02/19), 1997(02/07), 1998(01/28), 1999(02/16),
2000(02/05), 2001(01/24), 2002(02/12), 2003(02/01), 2004(01/22),
2005(02/09), 2006(01/29), 2007(02/18), 2008(02/07), 2009(01/26).

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CHINESE NEW YEAR INFORMATION

 

CHINESE NEW YEAR BACKGROUND

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  The Chinese New Year begins with the New Moon on the first day of the New Year and ends on the full moon 15 days later. The 15th day of the New Year is known as the Lantern Festival. This is commemorated at night with lantern displays and children holding lanterns in a parade. Chinese New Year or Spring Festival is the most significant of the traditional Chinese holidays. It is frequently called the Lunar New Year, particularly by people in mainland China and Taiwan.

The Chinese calendar is based on a mixture of lunar and solar activities. The lunar phase is approximately 29 1/2 days. In order to get closer to the solar calendar the Chinese puts in place an additional month once every few years. This is practically the same as adding an extra day onto a leap year. This is why, according to the solar calendar, the Chinese New Year falls on a different date every year. Although the Chinese calendar customarily does not use constantly numbered years, its years are repeatedly numbered from the reign of Huangdi outside China. But at least three different years numbered 1 are now used by different intellectuals, making the year 2009 "Chinese Year" 4707, 4706, or 4646.

Chinese New Year's Eve is known as Chúxi;. It literally means "Year-pass Eve". New Year's Eve and New Year's Day are fêted as a family event, a time of getting together and thanksgiving. The celebration was customarily highlighted with a religious service given in honour of Heaven and Earth, the gods of the household and the family ancestors.

The sacrifice to the ancestors, the most crucial of all the sacraments, integrated the living members with those who had passed away. Departed family members are remembered with immense respect because they were accountable for laying the fundamentals for the fortune and splendor of the family. The ancestors’ presence is acknowledged on New Year's Eve with a dinner put together for them at the family dinner table. The spirits of the ancestors, collectively with the living, commemorate the beginning of the New Year as one vast society. The communal feast is called "surrounding the stove" or weilu. It symbolizes family unity and honours the past and present generations.

Celebrated in regions with huge populations of ethnic Chinese, Chinese New Year is definitely a key holiday for the Chinese and has had major influence on the New Year festivities of its neighbours, as well as different cultures with whom the Chinese have had wide spread relations. These include Koreans, Mongolians, Nepalese, Bhutanese, Vietnamese, and formerly the Japanese before 1873. In Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand and other countries or regions with major Han Chinese populations, commemorate Chinese New Year and has, to contrasting degrees, become part of the traditional culture of these countries. In Canada, although Chinese New Year is not a certified holiday, many ethnic Chinese hold huge celebrations and festivities to commemorate this tradition.

TRADITIONAL CHINESE NEW YEAR CELEBRATION

The Lunar New Year, also known as the "Spring Festival", is a time of great excitement and joy for the Chinese people. The festivities get under way from 22 days prior to the New Year date and continue for 15 days afterwards.

During the time period before New Year, people acquire and prepare the necessary food and new clothing to wear. Food has a major prominence in all Chinese festivals, and New Year is no exception. This is the time for purchasing and eating huge quantities of dried meats and fruits, special sausages, sweet and salty cakes, and numerous other delectables. Many foods have symbolic value. The Chinese eat leafy Mustard Greens which is called "Longevity Vegetable", a glutinous rice including eight various meats and vegetables called "Eight Treasure Rice", and fish. The Chinese word for fish rhymes with their word for surplus. By eating half of a fish on New Year's Eve and saving the remainder for the next day, families can transfer their surplus luck to the New Year.

Families are supposed to clean out their houses, wash all household utensils and discard unwanted items. People also make symbolic sacrifices in honor of the Earth God.

Business owners, in particular, join in this ceremony, because the Earth God is believed to be the god of merchants. Employers are expected to hold a banquet to thanks their workers for their efforts during the past year. On a sour note, during the banquet, it was a custom to point the head of a chicken in the direction of the person who is to be dismissed. Now, more humane ways are usually found to relay the bad news, and most bosses point the head of the chicken at themselves to avoid any problems.

The high point of the season is New Year's Eve. Every member of every family returns home on this day, if possible, to share a sumptuous dinner with his/her family. Children receive "red envelopes" containing gifts of lucky money. Sleep is not easy on this night as the New Year is ushered in with the thunderous roar of exploding firecrackers and whistling rockets calculated to frighten the fiercest of evil spirits and venerate the gods. This continues sporadically until after dawn on New Year's Day.

With the coming of daylight, homes again become a buzz of activity as ceremonial candles are lit, incense and paper money burned and the cacophony of firecrackers begins anew. Spring poems or couplets, consisting of lucky phrases written in black or golden ink on red paper are pasted on or around every family door. Breakfast on this day is followed by a round of visits. The first stop, traditionally, is made at a local temple, where respects are paid to the gods. Next come visits to relatives and friends.

In the towns and villages, roving bands of musicians parade through the streets stopping at every door they pass to announce, in somewhat raucous strains, the arrival of spring. Each serenaded family presents the groups with "red envelopes" containing a token amount of money. This is another special day for children, who dress up in new clothes and collect more "red envelopes" from their elders.

Certain precautionary measures are taken to insure that the New Year will be a good one. Every house gets a thorough cleaning before New Year's Day so that the coming New Year will commence fresh and clean. No sweeping is done on New Year's Day, for in sweeping any dirt from the house the family's good luck might also be swept away.

Care must be taken not to break any dishes, and the use of knives, scissors, and any sharp instrument is to be avoided for these things could cause harm, and thus bad luck in the coming year.

Hair must be cleaned and set prior to the holiday, for to do so during the New Year season would invite a financial setback. Beauty shops and barber shops take advantage of this by hiking their fees twofold just before the New Year.

New Year is also a time of some trepidation for debtors, since this is when accounts are traditionally settled so that the coming year can be started off with a clean slate.

The days following New Year include more religious ceremonies. The eleventh day is a time for inviting in-laws to dine. The Lantern Festival, on the fifteenth day after New Year, marks the end of the New Year season.

A substantial portion of the above info was derived from "Festivals and Folk Arts" published by China Travel and Trade, under authorization of the Tourism Bureau, Ministry of Communications, Republic of China.

CHINESE NEW YEAR DATES

Year of the Tiger: January 28, 1998
Year of the Rabbit: February 16, 1999
Year of the Dragon: February 5, 2000
Year of the Snake: January 24, 2001
Year of the Horse: February 12, 2002
Year of the Ram: February 1, 2003
Year of the Monkey: January 22, 2004
Year of the Rooster: February 9, 2005
Year of the Dog: January 29, 2006
Year of the Pig: February 18, 2007
Year of the Rat: February 7, 2008
Year of the Ox: January 26, 2009
Year of the Tiger: February 14, 2010
Year of the Rabbit: February 3, 20011
Year of the Dragon: January 23, 2012
Year of the Snake: February 10, 2013
Year of the Horse: January 31, 2014
Year of the Ram: February 19, 2015
Year of the Monkey: February 8, 2016
Year of the Rooster: January 28, 2017
Year of the Dog: February 19, 2018
Year of the Boar: February 5, 2019
Year of the Rat: January 25, 2020

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CHINESE NEW YEAR 2012 - DRAGON YEAR

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Chinese New Year for 2012 is on the 23rd of January - the Year of the Water Dragon. In Chinese Astrology each sign is represented by an animal. There are 12 animal signs in total, each corresponding to a lunar year, with each sign also having 5 elements (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal & Water). In certain years, particular elements are more prominent. For instance in 2005, the ‘wood’ element is very prominent so therefore it is 2005, Year of the Wood Rooster. The special combination of the Sign and Element only occurs once every 60 years. As Chinese Astrology is one of the oldest types of Astrology, the origins of naming the years after animals is unknown. But a popular legend is that Buddha (c.563-c.483 B.C) invited all the animals to visit him, and as a demonstration of thanks to those who came, he dedicated a year to each of the animals according to the order in which they arrived.

2012 is the Year of the Dragon and many people are eager to know if they will have better luck in the coming year than in previous years. Using Chinese Astrology's Five Elements (Metal, Water, Wood, Fire and Earth) theory to explain your fortune in 2012 and foresee what will be happening to them in the year of the Dragon. Chinese Astrology is a Balance Theory of Five Elements. Each animal can be converted into Five Elements. Dragon contains Earth, Water and Wood. It's a source of Water and it is also called the Water Dam in Chinese astrology. It symbolizes Water from the sky which makes a dam overflow. Therefore 2012 is a strong Water year. Water calms the Dragon’s fire. Water Dragons are able to see things from other points of view. They don’t have the need to always be right. Their decisions, if well-researched, are usually better since they allow other’s to become involved.

Dragon is a legendary animal and it is symbol of the emperor in China. Since the Dragon is coated with mysterious color, Chinese consider the Dragon unpredictable and untouchable because you cannot see its head and tail at the same time. Therefore, you might see something unexpected happening in 2012. Also a person with too many Dragons in the Chinese Astrology Birth Chart will become smarter, sly and unpredictable in the coming year. 2010 was the Year of White Tiger and is the beginning year of the Wood cycle. 2011 was the Year of White Rabbit and is the middle year of the Wood cycle. The Dragon of 2012 is the last year of the Wood cycle. Dragon is the transition year to the Fire Cycle. The energy of Wood is in the East side. The energy of Fire is in the South side. You never know what will happen when turning from East to South. This is another sign of the unpredictable Dragon year. You can have either good luck or bad luck in 2012, and will have a chance to turn it into better or worse luck.

Occupying the 5th position in the Chinese Zodiac, the Dragon is the mightiest of the signs. Dragons symbolize such character traits as dominance and ambition. Dragons prefer to live by their own rules and if left on their own, are usually successful. They’re driven, unafraid of challenges, and willing to take risks. They’re passionate in all they do and they do things in grand fashion. Unfortunately, this passion and enthusiasm can leave Dragons feeling exhausted and interestingly, unfulfilled.

While Dragons frequently help others, rarely will they ask for help. Others are attracted to Dragons, especially their colorful personalities, but deep down, Dragons prefer to be alone. Perhaps that is because they’re most successful when working alone. Their preference to be alone can come across as arrogance or conceitedness, but these qualities aren’t applicable. Dragons have tempers that can flare fast!

Dragons have strong personalities. They are self -assured and confident in their own abilities. They do not suffer fools easily, and become impatient with people who they perceive throw in the towel too readily: for their own part, they can put up quite a fight. Dragons are honest, and often speak their minds, even when this is not appropriate. They are popular if somewhat inconsistent, full of energy, charismatic and colourful, strong, enthusiastic and inspiring.

The Dragon is averse to any form of routine, preferring the freedom to pursue his or her own agenda. Should a Dragon feel imprisoned either mentally or physically they will become very erratic. Once in decline, a dragon tends to become lazy, fat and bitter. The outspoken nature of the Dragon, and their tunnel vision may make him or her appear brash. However, by nature the Dragon is a romantic. Dragons will give into love, but won’t give up their independence. Because they have quick, sometimes vengeful tempers, their partners need to be tough-skinned. Dragons enjoy others who are intriguing, and when they find the right partners, they’ll usually commit to that person for life.

Considering their hard-working nature, Dragons are healthy overall. They do get stressed and suffer from periodic tension/headaches, likely because they take so many risks. Dragons could benefit from incorporating mild activity into their lives. Yoga or walking would be good as these activities can work both their minds and their bodies. Dragons prefer leading to being led. Jobs that allow them to express their creativity are good choices. Some good careers include: inventor, manager, computer analyst, lawyer, engineer, architect, broker, and sales person.

Dragons are most compatible with the Rat or Monkey and incompatible with the Tiger and Dog. Highest compatibility rankings: Rat and Monkey (10 ranking), Dragon and Rooster (9 ranking), Snake and Horse (8 ranking), Ox and Goat (7 ranking).

CHINESE NEW YEAR 2011 - RABBIT YEAR

A person born during the years 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987 and 1999 is most fortunate to be born in the Year of the Rabbit. If you or someone you know is a Rabbit…heads up; it’s going to be an interesting year indeed. Known for their diplomacy, the Rabbits are going to need all the understanding they possess this year. Many opportunities for communication gaffes are in the offing. However, think positive. Year of the Rabbit people should be able to straighten everything out and finish the year on an upbeat note.

In Chinese mythology, the Year of the Rabbit symbol represents longevity and it is believed that the Rabbit enjoys a close relationship with the moon. Westerners may refer to the man in the moon, but when the Chinese peer up at the moon, what they see is the Rabbit standing by a rock, holding a cup that overflows with the elixir of immortality. As symbols go, this is considered one of the finest. If you want to discover the true personality of the Rabbit, picture the character of Monica from the TV sitcom Friends. You will immediately be able to visualize the home of a Rabbit. It is always orderly, always clutter-free and if a knick-knack has been shifted one centimeter, the Rabbit will surely return it to its proper original position.

Because a Rabbit’s overall approach is calm and considerate, they make excellent teachers. Coupled with their organizational skills, they are well suited for supervisory positions. They are detail-oriented and happiest when engrossed in intellectual activities. However, since they are basically reserved creatures, they do not thrive in competitive environments. Imagine the fluffy, smooth fur of a rabbit, their fragility, alert personality and sweet disposition. This picture, more than any other, portrays people born during the Chinese Year of the Rabbit. Possibly it was a Rabbit native who first was described as being cool, calm and collected. They will avoid confrontation at all costs, even if it means allowing conflict to persist around them in the hopes that it will sort itself out.

People born during the Chinese Zodiac Year of the Rabbit are careful with money. More than any other sign in the Chinese Zodiac, they get the most enjoyment from their spending. They tend to spend money on furniture for their home, on new cars and most Rabbits love antiques. It is a joyful day when they discover a treasure from the past. Those born during the Chinese Year of the Rabbit have an eye for fashion and a talent for wearing clothes that perfectly complement every occasion. Because they are tuned in to all things color, they are interested in the arts, especially music and painting. If given the choice, Rabbit natives will avoid adventure vacations, preferring more traditional destinations. They love different cultures; therefore their dream vacations would include Europe and Asia, although seeing the sights in the United States remains at the top of their list. They are the tourists who enjoy shopping in new locales, taking lots of travel photographs and tasting the local cuisine.

Lucky are those who count a Rabbit as their friend. The Rabbit is an excellent listener, will always provide a shoulder to cry on and has the ability to examine a problem calmly and with sensitivity. Oftentimes they come up with the perfect solution. When a Rabbit finally decides to settle down, it is with the intention to partner for life. As in all other aspects of their lives, they desire a marriage that invokes few disagreements. Even little arguments can move them to tears. Consequently, a Rabbit is best suited to a spouse who knows how to pamper and show affection. This makes for a loving relationship; one that many people crave, but never realize.

As everyone knows, rabbits are identified with fertility. So it is no surprise that people born during a Year of the Rabbit tend to have large families. And since Rabbit people are essentially peace-loving individuals, they give in easily to the wants of their children, mostly in an effort to keep the peace. As mentioned earlier, they hate confrontation, so arguing with their kids is anathema to them. However, because their own personality is mild mannered, they expect their children to act the same, and this often creates the very conflict that they wish to avoid. Once they understand each child should be able to develop their individual likes and dislikes, all becomes peaceful again. Throughout their lifetime, a Rabbit parent can be counted on to be there for her kids. Parenting never ends for them. Do not make the error of thinking that due to their docility, a Rabbit will not pursue an objective. In actuality, it is methodical precision that allows them to achieve. And remember, they also have a bit of that “rabbit’s foot” working for them. Although their efforts will never be obvious, and they won’t make waves, beware—they can be quite formidable.

CHINESE NEW YEAR 2010 - TIGER YEAR

The Year of the Tiger commences on February 14, 2010 and ends on February 2, 2011. The Tiger is the third Sign in the Chinese Zodiac cycle, and it is a Sign of bravery. This courageous and fiery fighter is admired by the ancient Chinese as the Sign that keeps away the three main tragedies of a household. These are fire, thieves and ghosts. The Tiger, symbol of Yin energy is not up in the sky like the Dragon (male Yang energy); but on Earth, walking through the jungle of life with great courage. The Tiger invokes the courage to live a life of love this year. Solving problems of the heart is its pursuit, its hunt. This signifies both the energy to begin activity and the determination to follow it through to the end. Remember, a Tiger never gives up no matter how frustrated it becomes along its journey.

The Tiger most equates to the Zodiac Sign Aquarius (New Moon in this Sign); so this year, the East and West merge together. Tigers, like Aquarians, pride themselves on being different from others. They have a unique way of looking at things. They are original. Aquarius's message is freedom and the Tiger's message is courage. It takes incredible courage to live a life of freedom and only a free person can truly love. Someone that is imprisoned or trapped must follow what his jailer dictates, which is not love but control. Professionally, does the way one earns their money call to one's heart? If not, one may be trapped which is not going to make the heart sing. Uniqueness, originality, and the way of serving, which is really love in action, is a calling that the Year of the Tiger activates.

Anyone that is born in the Year of the Tiger is usually straightforward and outgoing by nature. They will never give up no matter how aggravated they may become. But, they are also full of suspicion and at times will take hasty action. Never lose sight of the fact that Tigers are smart and instinctive. They always take pride in being different from others, and normally demonstrate their originality best in their homes. Their homes are typically filled with exotic possessions. It is no surprise that one of the Tiger’s favorite gemstones is the cat’s eye, but Tigers also love the sparkle of rubies and diamonds. They like to spend money, and also to share it. They can be very impulsive spenders because they know they can at all times make more.

Courageous and charismatic, Tigers stand firm in their views and beliefs. They are determined, strong-willed, and confront life with tremendous energy and enthusiasm. With quick minds prone to original thinking, they are not afraid of taking risks and are attracted to challenges and excitement. While at times they may lack forethought in their plans and perseverance in their activities, they have luck on their side, which helps them tremendously to succeed in the projects they undertake. Tigers are born leaders who easily rise to the top of their chosen profession. Their independent nature gives them self-confidence, and they seldom go to others for help. Open and honest in their dealings, Tigers are frank individuals who speak their mind and stand up for what they believe in. At times, their actions may be considered rebellious. They are best suited to those born under the signs of the Pig, Dog, Horse, and Sheep. Overall, this is a commendable sign with admirable qualities such as forthrightness, frankness and courage. Provided they can control their wild and restless nature, Tigers will lead a fulfilling and gratifying life.

Strengths: Generous, Courageous, Leaders, Protectors, Noble, Lucky, Deep-thinking, Passionate, Strong, Magnetic, Sensitive

Famous Tigers: Ludwig van Beethoven, Tony Bennett, Chuck Berry, Mel Brooks, Agatha Christie, Phil Collins, Tom Cruise, Emily Dickinson, Isadora Duncan, Dwight Eisenhower, Queen Elizabeth II, Roberta Flack, Jodie Foster, Charles de Gaulle, Mel Gibson, Whoopi Goldberg, Elliott Gould, Goya, William Hurt, Derek Jacobi, Karl Marx, Marilyn Monroe, Demi Moore, Marco Polo, Lionel Ritchie, Kenny Rogers, Dylan Thomas, Liv Ullman, Oscar Wilde, Stevie Wonder.

CHINESE NEW YEAR 2009 - OX YEAR

The Year of the Ox is predicted to be an exciting year full of growth, stability, and accomplishments as the elements of Earth and Water come together. It will be filled with new beginnings and successful relationships in all areas of life, especially career and work. It will definitely be a year of opportunities. Be on the look out for mentors, especially male mentors, who afford guidance and opportunities when it comes to career or money matters. Mentors will also prove to be passionate supporters of ideas and actively seek to assist in bringing ideas to fruition. Seek advancement within existing environments, for the people who are supportive, are those who are known.

The Ox of Chinese Astrology is no bull in a china shop. Steadfast and solid, this powerful Sign is a born leader, being quite dependable and possessing an innate ability to achieve great things. Being a born leader, the OX inspires confidence from all around them. They are conservative, methodical and good with their hands. Oxen tend to be plodding and methodical; they approach projects in the step-by-step manner that serves them best, and they never lose sight of their goal. They are tireless workers who are detail-oriented and believe in doing things right the first time. Oxen don't care to be pushed, especially since they think they're the good guys of the Chinese Zodiac. There is some truth to that theory, since the Ox is smart, trustworthy, caring and honorable. If you need honest, steady and unbiased advice, call on the Ox.

Oxen are known for their equilibrium and tenacity. They are hard, conscientious workers who can be determined, methodical and resolute when they set out to accomplish something. Oxen are certain of what they want to achieve in life and are often chosen as leaders in their community due to their innate sense of responsibility and direction. With their dedication and dependability, they do well in their careers, provided that they maintain a sense of freedom to act on their own initiative. Known for their sincerity, Oxen put trust in their friends and colleagues, yet they themselves are attached to their independence and prefer to do things their own way. While they are known more for their deep thinking than for their sense of humor, their courageous and confidence-inspiring personalities win them admiration and support from those around them. Oxen are a ttached to their home and consider it their private sanctuary. They are close to their family and strive to obtain a balanced household where all contribute. They are devoted and loyal to their partners and are particularly well suited
to the signs of the Rat, Rabbit, Snake, and Rooster.

Strengths: Patient, Hard-working, Loners, Leaders, Reserved, Eloquent, Original, Strong, Confidence-inspiring, Familial, Precise

Famous Oxen: Johann Sebastian Bach, Warren Beatty, Jeff Bridges, Richard Burton, Barbara Bush, Johnny Carson, Charlie Chaplin, Natalie Cole, Bill Cosby, Tony Curtis, Sammy Davis Jr., Walt Disney, Jane Fonda, Gerald Ford, Michael J. Fox, Adolf Hitler, Dustin Hoffman, Billy Joel, B.B. King, Burt Lancaster, Jessica Lange, Jack Lemmon, Eddie Murphy, Napoleon, Paul Newman, Jack Nicholson, Robert Redford, Monica Seles, Peter Sellers, Bruce Springsteen, Meryl Streep, Lady Margaret Thatcher, Twiggy, W.B. Yeats.

CHINESE NEW YEAR 2008 - RAT YEAR

2008 is known as The Year of the Rat, a time of incredible wealth, abundance and success that only happens every 12 years. But this is not just any Year of the Rat...2008 is The "Golden Year of the Rat," a rare occurrence that only happens once every 60 years. Traditionally, The Year Of The Rat is a time of electrifying energy, but even more importantly, this exceptional Golden Year, will be a time of great riches and achievement! The Golden Year Of The Rat has always changed personal fortunes. The last Golden Year of the Rat was in 1948. Though you may or may not remember back that far, the history books show that 1948 was a part of the biggest and longest economic boom America has ever seen. A time of unprecedented growth and prosperity. The last Golden Year of the Rat brought riches and success in so many ways:

*Thanks to his new line of trucks (that would come to dominate the market for over 50 years), Henry Ford's automotive empire grew immensely...as did the wealth of Ford and his associates!

*In this time of prosperity, the ownership of televisions exploded! By July of 1948, approximately 350,000 American families enjoyed television sets in their home (up from 14,000 in mid-1947).

*Swiss engineer George de Mestral discovered Velcro, an invention which was to change the landscape of clothing and fashion forever (not to mention make him very, very rich).

*An out-of-work architect, named Alfred Butts, changed his fortunes in a very profitable way with his invention of the popular board game Scrabble. Today, one hundred million games have been sold worldwide, and are found in one out of every three American homes!

According to Chinese Astrology, the Rat is industrious, shrewd, and hard working. He is symbolic of the immense wealth that he can attract. Armed with an irresistible charm, Rats usually are not lacking for friends. They are a social lot who are concerned with the welfare and activities of those around them. They are family-oriented, and often take part in large clans. Furthermore, they are faithful to their partner, children, and parents. Those born under the sign of the Ox, Dragon and Monkey, or other Rats make particularly good partners for Rats. They are also hard workers who use their imagination to guide them down the road of life. While at times they lack the confidence to put their ideas into action, they have a strong sense of self-preservation and make good problem solvers. Observant creatures who like to be in the middle of the action, Rats are constantly seeking new ways to improve their lives and seldom let an opportunity slip by them. When it comes to money, Rats are considered thrifty. They like the life of luxury and dressing and living in style. In addition, they have a tendency to hoard and acquire goods. Provided that they focus and concentrate on their interests, they should be able to capitalize on their many talents.

Strengths: Honest, Energetic, Charming, Seductive, Jolly, Persistent, Lovable, Sociable, Meticulous, Generous, Humorous, Intellectual

Famous Rats: Alan Alda, Ursula Andress, Louis Armstrong, Lauren Bacall, Irving Berlin, Kenneth Branagh, Marlon Brando, Charlotte Brontë, George Bush, Jimmy Carter, T.S. Eliot, Clark Gable, Al Gore, Thomas Hardy, Charlton Heston, Jeremy Irons, Glenda Jackson, Gene Kelly, Lawrence of Arabia, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Henry Mancini, Richard Nixon, Sean Penn, Prince, the Queen Mother, Vanessa Redgrave, Burt Reynolds, Yves St. Laurent, William Shakespeare, Donna Summer, James Taylor, the Prince of Wales, Kim Wilde, the Duke of York.

CHINESE NEW YEAR 2007 - PIG YEAR

The Chinese New Year is the second New Moon after the Winter Solstice. The New Moon in Aquarius on Sunday February 18th (China time) will usher in the Chinese Year of the Pig, and year 4704 of the Chinese calendar. Generally, in a Pig Year there will be an emphasis on endings, rather than beginnings, and putting affairs in order, as it is the end of the zodiacal animal cycle. But most of all, optimism reigns, and enjoying the good things in life becomes important. Domestic matters are emphasized. There will be more than usual opportunities for growth, expansion and prosperity for those that are prepared. To be successful this year, one needs to harness the Fire Pig’s (or Fire Boar) unique energy.

Pigs are true great connoisseurs of the fine things in life and don't hesitate to spend money on life's pleasures. They are creatures of comfort and will do what it takes to make their home more comfortable. They prefer a natural surrounding to an urban one. They make good conversationalists, and it is no surprise that they are popular, sociable people. They are also dedicated and conscientious workers who are respected for their integrity and dependability. They are happiest in jobs that service others and are held in high regard by their colleagues and employers. Pigs have kind, understanding natures and are known to be peacemakers. They dislike unpleasantness and conflicts and will always try to resolve a situation. Those born under this sign make loyal, protective partners, and are well matched with Sheep, Rabbits, Dogs, Tigers, and Pigs. On the whole, Pigs are good-natured and generous and have such a difficulty saying no that at times, they can be on the gullible side. Fortunately, they are a lucky lot and rarely have needs that aren't taken care of as their good nature and integrity wins them lots of friends and admiration.

Strengths: Loyal, Obliging, Indulgent, Truthful, Sensual, Decisive, Loving, Sensitive, Cultured, Sociable, Sincere, Impartial

Famous Pigs: Woody Allen, Julie Andrews, Fred Astaire, Humphrey Bogart, Maria Callas, Hillary Clinton, Glenn Close, the Dalai Lama, Henry Ford, Emmylou Harris,William Randolph Hearst, Ernest Hemingway, Henry VIII, Alfred Hitchcock, Elton John, C.J. Jung, Stephen King, Nastassja Kinski, Henry Kissinger,Jerry Lee Lewis, John McEnroe, Johnny Mathis, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Luciano Pavarotti, Dan Quayle, Ronald Reagan, John D. Rockefeller, Ginger Rogers, Sade, Salman Rushdie, Pete Sampras, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Emma Thompson, the Duchess of York.

CHINESE NEW YEAR 2006 - DOG YEAR

If you're enjoying 2006, then you're going to love 4703. That's right: Ring in the Chinese New Year ... January 29 kicked off the Year of the Dog! So what can we expect from the upcoming year? The Dog is an ethical and idealistic sign, and the year that bears its name will also bring increased social awareness and interest in society's less powerful members. Any tendencies to take, take, take will be replaced by a widespread sentiment of generosity and selflessness. In general, we will all be imbued with the Dog's keen sense of right and wrong. You can also get a feel for the year you are in by checking the compatibility between your Chinese Sign and the Sign of the Dog -- the better your compatibility, the better your year.

The Sign of the Dog is known, not surprisingly, for loyalty and generosity. Need to spill a secret? Seek out one of these honest souls and bend that expert listening ear. While Dogs themselves may be reluctant to place their trust in just anyone, once they do, members of this sign can make the best business partners and leaders. And while Dogs might enjoy life more by relaxing their exacting standards from time to time, you'd be hard-pressed to find a better or more faithful friend.

Dogs are born under the sign of loyalty. They stand firm by their beliefs and put their heart into good causes such as fighting for injustices and helping the unfortunate. Dogs strive to uphold honor and fairness and do well in professions where they serve others, such as social services, teaching and medical and legal professions. Dogs are frank, to the point and deal with life directly. It is no surprise that they are admired for their integrity and trustworthiness. Those born under this sign are generally good judges of character. While not materialistic, they strive to acquire the money necessary to support their family. They are good providers for their partners and are well matched with the signs of the Horse, Pig, Tiger, and Monkey. They also get along well with children and can be loving parents. Dogs are also good conversationalists, especially in more intimate social situations. Those born under this sign can lead active lives being surrounded by friends and spreading good deeds.

Strengths: Courageous, Noble, Loyal, Attentive, Selfless, Prosperous, Dutiful, Lucid, Modest, Devoted, Altruistic, Philosophical

Famous Dogs: André Agassi, Brigitte Bardot, Candice Bergen, Dr. Boutros-Ghali, David Bowie, Kate Bush, Paul Cèzanne, Cher, Sir Winston Churchill, Bill Clinton, Leonard Cohen, Jamie Lee Curtis, Claude Debussy, Gloria Estefan, Sally Field, Zsa Zsa Gabor, Judy Garland, George Gershwin, Victor Hugo, Michael Jackson, Sophia Loren, Shirley MacLaine, Madonna, Norman Mailer, Golda Meir, Liza Minnelli, David Niven, Elvis Presley, Linda Ronstadt, Carl Sagan, Norman Schwarzkopf, Sylvestor Stallone, Mother Teresa, Voltaire.

CHINESE NEW YEAR 2005 - WOOD ROOSTER YEAR

The 2005 Chinese New Year, the year of the Wood Rooster began on February 9, 2005. The year of the Wood Rooster is dominated by Wood and Metal elements. A conflict in these elements may bring chaos and violence. The Rooster year starts with a weak Earth Element and if there is no Water Element, there is no Wealth, and if there is no Fire Element, there is no Fame. We need Water and Fire to balance the four pillars. Decorate your house with, or wear either blue or black for water and red for fire. The Rooster year brings afflictions. Afflictions bring losses, accidents, to identify the good and bad luck locations, which change from one year to the next, in order to effectively correct afflicted areas while enhancing auspicious sectors.

Roosters are known for their candor. They have a vibrant, colorful personality and, on the whole, lead an active social life with an extended circle of friends. They tend to be drawn to large families and make loyal partners and are well suited to the Snake, Horse, Ox, and Dragon. Roosters also tend to be well organized and meticulous and conduct their activities with precision and thoroughness. Financially, they are very sound. They handle their finances with ease and skill. Moreover, they can often acquire great wealth, especially with their ability to choose solid investments and to spend their money wisely. They are highly intelligent and tend to be well-read with a good sense of humor. They like discussions and tend to be effective, persuasive speakers. It is not surprising that they do well in PR or media-related work. They also make good teachers. Putting much pride in their appearance, they like to be the center of attention. Those born under this sign are talented and capable of achieving whatever they put their mind to. One thing is certain: they will make a good impression along the way.

Strengths: Vivacious, Courageous, Attractive, Talented, Generous, Sincere, Stylish, Amusing, Contemplative, Adventurous, Popular

Famous Roosters: Sir Dirk Bogarde, Michael Caine, Eric Clapton, Enrico Caruso, Joan Collins, the Duke of Edinburgh, Gloria Estefan, Douglas Fairbanks Jr., Bryan Ferry, Errol Flynn, Steffi Graf, Richard Harris, Deborah Harry, Goldie Hawn, Katharine Hepburn, Diane Keaton, D.H. Lawrence, Jayne Mansfield, Steve Martin, James Mason, W. Somerset Maugham, Bette Middler, Van Morrison, Kim Novak, Yoko Ono, Dolly Parton, Michelle Pfeiffer, Roman Polanski, Priscilla Presley, Nancy Reagan, Joan Rivers, Carly Simon, Richard Wagner.

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