Horoscopes for the Year of the Rooster

Sunday, January 23, 2005

JANUARY is almost over, and we now look forward to February and Chinese
New Year. What awaits the various signs in the Year of the Rooster. There
will be a lot of predictions, of course, and we share with you one of them
compiled by the Hong Kong Tourism Board.

Rooster: 1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005

You're extrovert, entertaining, intelligent, organized and honest, but at
times you can be proud, showy, bossy, obstinate, insufferably egocentric
and blunt to the point of rudeness. So while there are rarely dull moments
when you're around, tumult and discord are never far from the surface.

Much the same goes for your year, so beware of expending much-needed
energy -- and money -- chasing your tail feathers in wild and untried
schemes. Instead, immerse yourself in proven enterprises where your talent
for hard work, order and efficiency excel. This can be a hugely rewarding
year in the workplace, with promotion a distinct possibility -- though
with money in your pocket, you'll need to manage finances carefully and
restrain the impulse to splash out on luxuries. Personal relationships
should flourish, so long as you keep an open and enquiring mind - and your
tendency towards cockiness firmly in check.

Dog: 1910, 1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994

The kind, faithful, straightforward, steadfast and honest Dog, has a time
of ups and downs in the Year of the Rooster, with good fortune and bad in
fairly equal helpings. Negative tendencies may affect you in several
aspects -- from health and matters of the heart, to work and money matters
-- but there'll be sufficient positives to balance them out and keep your
tail held high.

Tread carefully, cooperate with colleagues and adopt a more flexible
attitude at work, and you may sniff out new opportunities and even career
openings. Romance could flourish -- just don't rush headlong into it.
Financially, you'll need funds for unexpected outlays later in the year,
so scrutinize the small print in all financial transactions and steer well
clear of lending. Be methodical and cautious, make the best of the mixed
fortunes, and you'll have a head start when your own Year of the Dog comes
round in 2006.

Pig: 1911, 1923, 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995

Honest, intelligent, conscientious, unpretentious, good-natured and
home-loving, you'll modestly flourish in the year of the Rooster. Your
tranquil domestic circumstances should be reflected by steady financial
affairs, just so long as you resist the temptation to plunge into risky
transactions, or splash out wildly in the shopping mall. Knuckle down and
put your well-honed communications skills to good use, and you'll be
rewarded with promotion or increased responsibilities in the workplace,
especially in the first and third quarters of the year. But beware of
frittering away the extra rewards. Instead, plan finances in advance and
save for the future.

It's in matters of the heart, though, that Pigs come into their own this
year, either if starting out on a new love, or tying the knot in an
existing relationship. True, there'll be some low times this year, but if
you're patient when dealing with problems and share tougher ones with
colleagues, friends or partners, you'll come through smiling.

Rat: 1912, 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996

The Rooster's energy not only benefits the charming, intelligent,
hard-working and creative Rat, but it keeps you especially busy. So
although events - some good, some bad -- follow on from each other in
rapid-fire succession, everything turns out for the best in the end. At
work, initiative and conscientiousness are the keys to promotion and
advancement, but if you do succeed, don't fritter away your newfound
wealth, as existing and newfound obligations soon place finances under
stress.

The year's busy pace also extends to your personal life, with an endless
succession of problems to solve among family and friends, a full calendar
of social events to attend to (Rats are always in demand) -- and, if
you're solo, a good chance of finding love. By pacing your life,
prioritising and making time for yourself, seeking advice when needed and
staying in good physical shape, you'll cope with the fast-changing turn of
events just fine.

Ox: 1913, 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997

The showy Rooster's antics seems light years away from your steadfast and
tranquil nature, but don't be fooled: your shared love of order means this
is a year of tremendous opportunity, mobility and achievement -- whether
in moving house, changing jobs, or finding a new partner. In the
workplace, tenacity and determination are finally rewarded with promotion
or a career change, though you'll need to curb your natural rigidity and
adopt a more flexible approach.

Be sure to guard finances carefully, read the small print of any new
schemes scrupulously and beware of financial advice, especially from
so-called friends. You'll get strong support in your all-important
domestic life and, though you normally tend towards loneliness and
introspection, this will also be a good year socially, with strong new
friendships indicated. Romance flourishes too, either in an existing
relationship or from a new love.

Tiger: 1914, 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998

Your courageous, charismatic and sometimes impetuous tendencies aren't so
different from the extrovert Rooster's. No surprises, then, that this can
be a highly beneficial year -- so long as you concentrate your energy and
well-honed abilities on familiar tasks, and exercise self-discipline.
Career and financial matters should both go well, with promotion a strong
possibility and earning power enhanced. But you'll need to keep
spendthrift tendencies firmly in check and run finances strictly to plan
to make the best of this positive time -- as well as ensure that there's
enough aside to cover the increased travel it looks as if you'll be doing.


This is a busy and positive year in your social life, with new friendships
begun and old ones strengthened -- though your tactlessness and headstrong
personality may sometimes prove a stumbling block. Romance is in the air,
too, if only you can be that little bit more involved and considerate.

Rabbit: 1915, 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999

Sadly, the Rooster's year is rarely an easy time for Rabbits. The best
that can be said for this one is that it will be a time of variable
fortunes, when sociable, kindly and artistic individuals like you are
advised to keep your head down, your aspirations limited and sit it out
patiently. Whether in work or in financial affairs, the watchword is
consolidation, and as promotion is unlikely, this is a good time to store
up for the future with study or training.

You're smart with money, so put that acumen to good use through forward
planning and saving. Domestic life and personal pursuits will be far more
rewarding, however, and the year offers a wonderful opportunity for you to
put your artistic talents to good use -- perhaps by renovating your home.
Social and family life will be fulfilling, too, barring the odd awkward
incident in which you'll need to draw on all your reserves of tact. See
this one through successfully and you'll fare much better in the Year of
the Dog.

Dragon: 1916, 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000

Good fortune shines on the flamboyant Dragon in the year of the Rooster, a
time of superlatives when almost everything goes right. Whether in work,
finance, personal life or romance, the indications are overwhelmingly
positive. In fact, so long as you're prepared to act, you'll encounter all
manner of opportunities in which you can put your abilities to good use,
with promotion or career opportunities both beckoning.

Your self-confidence impresses colleagues and superiors, leading to
personal and financial enrichment -- but you'll need to plan ahead.
Long-distance travel is also indicated, perhaps the result of an
unexpected windfall. Your social life looks equally packed and propitious,
with plenty of opportunities for forming new friendships -- and, if you're
single, a new partner. Support and advice from family members will prove
invaluable, because with so much on offer you'll need to prioritize to
retain your equilibrium.

Snake: 1917, 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001

Suave and sophisticated, you'll slip confidently into the year of the
Rooster, knowing that good things lie ahead. In fact, after the occasional
setback at the beginning, this soon starts shaping up as an extremely
satisfying time in almost every respect -- with the possible exception of
money. In the workplace, past efforts and experience are recognized, and
you could even be lured away to pastures new -- just be patient and you'll
get your reward, especially if you're
willing to broaden your skills, expertise and knowledge.

As this is also a time of unexpected and costly outlays, avoid risky
ventures and keep a careful eye on spending. In your personal life, devote
time to your interests and enjoy your lively and harmonious domestic
circumstances to the full. Although your social life may suffer, even
involving a little animosity, the Rooster smiles on romance, and this
could be an especially happy time if you're starting out in love.

Horse: 1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002

Although the Rooster brings some irritations for the engaging but
headstrong Horse, this is largely a time for progress. Sure, there'll be
some niggles in the workplace, but with steady progress and constant
self-improvement, you'll not only deal with these but also find yourself
well on the road to advancement. Effort is the watchword: without it
you'll get nowhere. It's just as well you're good with money, as this is
not an easy year financially. Planning and saving are both needed to cover
costly but necessary outlays, perhaps involving travel.

However, it's a positive year for your personal life. Indulge your hobbies
and leisure interests to the full, as they prove especially satisfying.
Family life is also full, supportive and happy just so long as you heed
advice from friends and loved ones. Socially you'll flourish -- and
there's even romance in the air.

Goat: 1919, 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003

You're affectionate, considerate, quiet, creative and even retiring, so
how do gentle Goats prosper in the year of the boisterous Rooster? By
making plans, acting on them and sticking to them. If an opportunity comes
up in the workplace or even in a completely different walk of life, go for
it: your family life is settled, and it's a good time for a change. Think,
too, about learning something new and don't neglect your artistic and
creative sides, which bring so much enrichment.

Money is the major stumbling block, so plan ahead, keep a tight rein on
spending and honor all your commitments -- especially as this is a year
for travel and perhaps even moving house. Family and friends provide
strong support at this busy time -- support you'll typically repay in
kind. Your social life will flourish, too, with new friendships and
perhaps an important new person in your life. Grasp the mettle, and this
could be a year to remember.

Monkey: 1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004

The Rooster tolerates your levity, mischief-making and agility, so this is
a year of opportunity for monkeys who are prepared to put in the effort.
Opportunities exist in the workplace but as competition is tough, brush up
on your skills -- you'll need more than your persuasive charm and
confidence if you're aiming to advance. You're prosperous enough, but
you'll need to take care to stay that way, with overseas travel featuring
high in a long list of commitments.

If you stay away from speculation, a disciplined and managed approach to
finances should see you through. Personally and socially, this is a busy
time. Family life is especially rewarding, offering a stable grounding for
your active social life. Romance, too, is set to flourish. Don't get
distracted by the frenetic pace: learn to pick and choose, giving yourself
time to relax, indulge your own interests and appreciate the good things
you already have.

From:
http://www.sunstar.com.ph/static/dav/2005/01/23/feat/horoscopes.for.the.year.of.the.rooster.html