Chinese
New Year - 2004 Year of the Monkey
The Chinese calendar is based on solar and lunar cycles and thus the new year falls on a different day of the Western solar calendar each year. This Chinese year, the year 4701, begins on January 22nd. Each year is designated by one of 12 animals in the Chinese calendar. This year is the Year of the Monkey (which means much mischief will be afoot this year).
Year
of the Monkey runs from January 22, 2004 to February
8, 2005. This is the year of the Wood Monkey and
is a Yang Year.
Monkey
Personality & Traits
- clever, resourceful, versatile, persuasive, inquisitive,
possess great sense of humor, cheerful, mischieveous, quick-witted,
great communicator, well-liked by all, successful, energetic,
fun-loving, good listener, somewhat rebellious, show-offs
The
Year Ahead
The
year of the Monkey will be a fast-paced year, where nothing
is straightforward.You will enjoy the year if you enjoy a
fast pace and are risk-taker, however, it will be a trying
year for those that prefer a slower tempo. It is a time to
give way to your imagination. This is a great year for business
with communication being very important. The Monkey year will
bring new and unusual ideas. Keep alert!
Click
Here to find out what Animal sign you were born under.
Then check below to see what the Year of the Monkey
holds for you.
Rat:
This year heralds adventure, joy, harmony and romance.
Ox:
Can be a trying year, but also a year for unexpected opportunities.
Tiger:
Watch for unexpected hurdles, however, you can make
good progress this year.
Rabbit:
A year of ups and downs, a time to watch your pennies.
Dragon:
A fast-paced year, be careful to put family first.
Snake:
Do not take sides during this year, a good year for
relationships.
Horse:
Be inventive this year and you will make great progress.
Sheep:
This can be a frustrating year as sheep like a slower pace
than the fast-paced monkey.
Monkey:
This is your year, you can make great progress.
Rooster:
A great year for your career, pay special attention to your
relationships though.
Dog:
You will progress better this year than you did last year,
keep a high profile.
Pig:
This can be a difficult year, with lack of support from others,
however, there will be small gains.
For
more details on your Animal Sign and the year ahead for you,
Order The
Complete Book of Chinese Horoscopes by Lori Reid.
Chinese
Astrology web site gives forecasts for the year to come.
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