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 2006, the Fire Dog (Bing Xu) YearJanuary 29, 2006 through February 17, 2007The optimist sees opportunity in every danger; the pessimist sees
danger in every opportunity. The Dog is rich in Chinese history and tradition. Whether shown guarding ancient Buddhist temples or depicted as protector of sacred buildings and a defender of law, the Dog is known for it's loyalty, tenacity and watchfulness. Many times displayed in a powerful guarding position, the Dog was the protector of peace and serenity in the sanctuary it was guarding. The "Foo Dog" is a popular representation and is known as the Celestial Dog or Happiness Dog. It is a symbol of energy and value, and is often displayed in a male/female pair. The male holds a sphere that symbolizes the Earth, while the female holds her offspring. The year of the Yang (+) Dog teaches the lessons of watchfulness, defense of the weak and fair play. International justice will be the order of the year. Causes, protests and the righting of wrongs defines Dog years. Out of intense complexities, intense simplicities emerge. What to avoid in 2006: What to hold on to in 2006: The Dog year and those under it's influence are protectors of morals and defenders of the weak. Causes, revolutions and human-rights are on the agenda for the Dog year. The watchful Dog keeps us one step ahead of those who would harm us. However, while a single dose of anticipation is healthy, a double dose can be toxic and result in paranoia, expecting problems around every corner and jumping to conclusions throughout 2006. Parents can expect to pull their offspring out of a scuffle or two this year. In like kind, these same parents may have to exercise herculean self-control at the workplace when the office bully flexes their muscles. Loyalty in relationships becomes more important than ever this year and best results are achieved by taking the high road in any given situation. Best results are acheieved when worry is transformed into advance thinking and planning. Historic Dog-year natural Distasters: Forecast Period: January 29, 2006 through February 17, 2007 - Best Year For: Rabbits, Dogs The hidden element in the yearly Dog branch is Earth. Bing Xu (Yang Fire) is the 23rd year in the stem/branch cycle of 60. The Earth of the Dog year branch combining with the Fire element stem of 2006 will be very good financially, as Earth supports Fire and therefore enables wealth.
Feng Shui: Excellent for financial speculation, entrepreneurial efforts, real eastate and investment. Use this Metal energy to increase your authority, power and fortune. Orient important rooms, buildings, projects, travels, etc. toward this area. Avoid breaking ground and expect obstructions and potential problems in the WEST during 2006 as the 5 Yellow star Lian Zhen transits. |
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| Rating Key for Each Month: | |
| **** | Excellent (Very auspicious, a wide and smooth path) |
| *** | Good (Better than average) |
| ** | Fair (mediocre, status quo) |
| * | Difficult (Be cautious, astral clash to the month) |
The Charming RAT 'Tze' |
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| 1900 Jan 31 to Feb 18, 1901: Metal Rat | 1912 Feb 18 to Feb 5, 1913: Water Rat |
| 1924 Feb 5 to Jan 24, 1925: Wood Rat | 1936 Jan 24 to Feb 10, 1937: Fire Rat |
| 1948 Feb 10 to Jan 28, 1949: Earth Rat | 1960 Jan 28 to Feb 14, 1961: Metal Rat |
| 1972 Feb 15 to Feb 2, 1973: Water Rat | 1984 Feb 2 to Feb 19, 1985: Wood Rat |
| 1996 Feb 19 to Feb 6, 1997: Fire Rat | 2008 Feb 7 to Jan 25, 2009: Earth Rat |
Now is the time to put your life in order and balance any areas of your life that have taken too much prominence lately. Your nervous system could feel tattered as a result of prolonged emotional drama and a steady dose of stimulation. Use 2006 as a new beginning of perspective and strive for serenity. JAN continues to be a healing month and a four star energy period! Everything looks a little cheerier now as restless Rats navigate back onto a productive path. New ideas flow freely and many possibilities and choices are offered to you. FEB is a useful period for making changes to your home. Greatest benefits surround projects in the southeast areas of home or office.
Monthly Rating:
JAN '06 ****
FEB ***
MAR ***
APR *
MAY ***
JUNE *
JULY **
AUG ***
SEPT *
OCT ****
NOV **
DEC *
JAN '07 ****
The Stable OX ' Chou' |
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| 1901 Feb 19 to Feb 7, 1902: Metal Ox | 1913 Feb 6 to Jan 25, 1914: Water Ox |
| 1925 Jan 25 to Feb 12, 1926: Wood Ox | 1937 Feb 11 to Jan 30, 1938: Fire Ox |
| 1949 Jan 29 to Feb 16, 1950: Earth Ox | 1961 Feb 15 to Feb 4, 1962: Metal Ox |
| 1973 Feb 3 to Jan 22, 1974: Water Ox | 1985 Feb 20 to Feb 8, 1986: Wood Ox |
| 1997 Feb 7 to Jan 27, 1998: Fire Ox | 2009 Jan 26 to Feb 13, 2010: Earth Ox |
The beginning of 2006 brings a very auspicious time for Oxen. A time of forward-thinking and flexibility. Socially, relax some and try to have more fun. As JAN approaches, a more obstinate streak in dutiful Oxen rears it's head. Your ideas tend to be set in stone now and this could lead to confrontations on hot issues such as money, children and sex. Compromise can only be productive and give and take on both sides brings a satisfying conclusion. FEB's energies highlight “out with the old and in with the new.” A potential change in living arrangements, while unsettling, will open the door to new adventures which await you this year.
Monthly Rating:
DEC ****
JAN ***
FEB **
MAR **
APR ***
MAY ***
JUNE ***
JULY **
AUG ****
SEPT ****
OCT **
NOV **
DEC ***
JAN '07 *
The Courageous TIGER 'Yin' |
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| 1902 Feb 8 to Jan 28, 1903: Water Tiger | 1914 Jan 26 to Feb 13, 1915: Wood Tiger |
| 1926 Feb 13 to Feb 1, 1927: Fire Tiger | 1938 Jan 31 to Feb 18, 1939: Earth Tiger |
| 1950 Feb 17 to Feb 5, 1951: Metal Tiger | 1962 Feb 5 to Jan 24, 1963: Water Tiger |
| 1974 Jan 23 to Feb 10, 1975: Wood Tiger | 1986 Feb 9 to Jan 28, 1987: Fire Tiger |
| 1998 Jan 28 to Feb 15, 1999: Earth Tiger | 2010 Feb 14 to Feb 2, 2011: Metal Tiger |
2006 throws Tiger's into a whirlwind of activity. A medical problem that has been taking up so much of your energy of late, resolves in a satisfactory way. Looking back, you can see how personal stress exacerbated your symptoms and vow to be more aware of this in the future. JAN's Ox-ruled month feels like a wet-blanket thrown on your enthusiasm. Keep the status quo and wait it out, as a wonderful new year is just about to begin! FEB's auspicious climate should be a eventful one. Passionate Tigers come into their own during Feb when their own Tiger-ruled month teams up with the auspicious new Dog year. Anything is possible now.
Monthly Rating:
DEC ***
JAN **
FEB ****
MAR ***
APR **
MAY *
JUNE ****
JULY ****
AUG *
SEPT ***
OCT *
NOV **
DEC ***
JAN '07 ***
The Discreet RABBIT (Vietnamese: CAT) 'Mao' |
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| 1915 Feb 14 to Feb 2, 1916: Wood Rabbit | 1903 Jan 29 to Feb 15, 1904: Water Rabbit |
| 1927 Feb 2 to Jan 22, 1928: Fire Rabbit | 1939 Feb 19 to Feb 7, 1940: Earth Rabbit |
| 1951 Feb 6 to Jan 26, 1952: Metal Rabbit | 1963 Jan 25 to Feb 12, 1964: Water Rabbit |
| 1975 Feb 11 to Jan 30, 1976: Wood Rabbit | 1987 Jan 29 to Feb 16, 1988: Fire Rabbit |
| 1999 Feb 16 to Feb 4, 2000: Earth Rabbit | 2011 Feb 3 to Jan 22, 2012: Metal Rabbit |
The beginning of 2006 may find Rabbit natives nerves on edge. The eccentric energies of the Rat month make you anxious about your health. A thorough interpersonal housecleaning would serve you well and a parting of ways may be eminent between you and a partner or close associate. Life and love improve after JAN as the Rabbit's good friend the Dog ushers in a New Year and auspicious energies for you on the 29th. Excitement and luxury are the gifts of Feb's Tiger-ruled month and new ideas lead to new adventures. A widening of your social circle may well lead to a meaningful romance which will strengthen as the year progresses.
Monthly Rating:
DEC **
JAN ***
FEB ***
MAR ****
APR ***
MAY ****
JUNE ****
JULY ***
AUG ***
SEPT **
OCT *
NOV ***
DEC **
JAN '07 *
The Outspoken DRAGON 'Chen' |
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| 1904 Feb 16 to Feb 3, 1905: Wood Dragon | 1916 Feb 3 to Jan 22, 1917: Fire Dragon |
| 1928 Jan 23 to Feb 9, 1929: Earth Dragon | 1940 Feb 8 to Jan 26, 1941: Metal Dragon |
| 1952 Jan 27 to Feb 13, 1953: Water Dragon | 1964 Feb 13 to Feb 1, 1965: Wood Dragon |
| 1976 Jan 31 to Feb 17, 1977: Fire Dragon | 1988 Feb 17 to Feb 5, 1989: Earth Dragon |
| 2000 Feb 5 to Jan 23, 2001: Metal Dragon | 2012 Jan 23 to Feb 9, 2013: Water Dragon |
Dragons enjoy an unpredictable year rich with social invitations and increased visibility. Be cautious however, as the Dog year is your opposite sign and this may usher in the wrong kind of publicity. Whether in business or romance the Dragon finds the ideal climate in JAN's Rat-ruled month. Past projects are brought to their zenith and successful conclusion now. In FEB be sure to keep your word on any commitments during this rather stagnant period. Don't become frustrated by obstacles now as the New Year of the Dog makes it's entrance on the 29th. As the Rabbit-ruled month of MAR arrives, Dragons find the potential for career improvement and recognition for successful achievement. An award of some type may also be involved.
Monthly Rating:
DEC ****
JAN **
FEB ***
MAR ***
APR *
MAY ****
JUNE ***
JULY *
AUG ***
SEPT ***
OCT **
NOV **
DEC ***
JAN '07 ***
The Philosophical SNAKE 'Si' |
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| 1905 Feb 4 to Jan 24, 1906: Wood Snake | 1917 Jan 23 to Feb 10, 1918: Fire Snake |
| 1929 Feb 10 to Jan 29, 1930: Earth Snake | 1941 Jan 27 to Feb 14, 1942: Metal Snake |
| 1953 Feb 14 to Feb 2, 1954: Water Snake | 1965 Feb 2 to Jan 20, 1966: Wood Snake |
| 1977 Feb 18 to Feb 6, 1978: Fire Snake | 1989 Feb 6 to Jan 26, 1990: Earth Snake |
| 2001 Jan 24 to Feb 11, 2002: Metal Snake | 2013 Feb 10 to Jan 30, 2014: Water Snake |
2006 could prove to be a year of reaching goals, completing projects and ggressive acquisition for those born into Snake years. Success in both mundane and esoteric pursuits. Hard work pays generously during the fortunate Ox month of JAN. Dedicated commitment to your goals will bring rewards that will have long-lasting effects. Your superb luck dips a bit in FEB's Tiger-ruled month but not to worry -- if you feel piled with problems, select an easier option. Simplify, prioritize and wisely choose your battles in everything. Withdraw gracefully for now and wait patiently for this cycle to run it's course.
Monthly Rating:
DEC ***
JAN ****
FEB *
MAR ****
APR **
MAY ***
JUNE ***
JULY **
AUG ****
SEPT ****
OCT ***
NOV ****
DEC ***
JAN '07 ***
The Talkative HORSE 'Wu' |
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| 1906 Jan 25 to Feb 12, 1907 : Fire Horse | 1918 Feb 11 to Jan 31, 1919 : Earth Horse |
| 1930 Jan 30 to Feb 16, 1931 : Metal Horse | 1942 Feb 15 to Feb 4, 1943 : Water Horse |
| 1954 Feb 3 to Jan 23, 1955 : Wood Horse | 1966 Jan 21 to Feb 8, 1967 : Fire Horse |
| 1978 Feb 7 to Jan 27, 1979: Earth Horse | 1990 Jan 27 to Feb 14, 1991: Metal Horse |
| 2002 Feb 12 to Jan 31, 2003: Water Horse | 2014 Jan 31 to Feb 18, 2015: Wood Horse |
A direct opposition occurs in JANs Rat-ruled month and Horses feel the pesky influence under their feet. An antagonist may exist and be working against your interests amongst those you consider friends. Keep lines of communication open, be forthright and let the cards fall where they will. In FEB you may feel that your workload leaves no free time for you. Don't despair, this is only a transitional time and your luck is about to become sterling. Beginning in MAR, healthy Horses find themselves at the top of their power. The double auspicious energies of the Tiger-ruled month teamed up with the new Dog year, completes the "Triangle of Compatibility" for those born into Horse years. An excellent time to marry, start a family or begin major projects.
Monthly Rating:
DEC *
JAN **
FEB ***
MAR ****
APR **
MAY **
JUNE ****
JULY **
AUG ****
SEPT ***
OCT ***
NOV ****
DEC *
JAN '07 **
The Artistic GOAT 'Wei' |
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| 1907 Feb 13 to Feb 1, 1908 : Fire Goat | 1919 Feb 1 to Feb 19, 1920 : Earth Goat |
| 1931 Feb 17 to Feb 5, 1932 : Metal Goat | 1943 Feb 5 to Jan 24, 1944 : Water Goat |
| 1955 Jan 24 to Feb 11, 1956 : Wood Goat | 1967 Feb 9 to Jan 29, 1968 : Fire Goat |
| 1979 Jan 28 to Feb 15, 1980 : Earth Goat | 1991 Feb 15 to Feb 3, 1992 : Metal Goat |
| 2003 Feb 1 to Jan 21, 2004: Water Goat | 2015 Feb 19 to Feb 7, 2016: Wood Goat |
2006 should be a time of rest, recuperation and a lightened workload for artistic Goat souls. JAN may be the most challenging months of this season. Hold your current path and don't make any sudden or life-altering changes for the time being. Buy a new sketchbook, favorite hobby/craft supplies or update your personal journal. The Tiger energy in FEB continues to rub against the peace loving Goat's grain. The lesson now is the wisdom of the middle path of moderation and patience. Seek out happy and auspicious events such as parties and enjoyable get-togethers. MAR finds you emerging looking more radiant than ever with a new independence of Spirit and ability to cope.
Monthly Rating:
DEC *
JAN *
FEB **
MAR ****
APR **
MAY **
JUNE ****
JULY **
AUG ***
SEPT **
OCT *
NOV ***
DEC **
JAN '07 *
The Entertaining MONKEY 'Shen' |
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| 1908 Feb 2 to Jan 21, 1909: Earth Monkey | 1920 Feb 20 to Feb 7, 1921 : Metal Monkey |
| 1932 Feb 6 to Jan 25, 1933: Water Monkey | 1944 Jan 25 to Feb 12, 1945 : Wood Monkey |
| 1956 Feb 12 to Jan 30, 1957: Fire Monkey | 1968 Jan 30 to Feb 16, 1969 : Earth Monkey |
| 1980 Feb 16 to Feb 4, 1981: Metal Monkey | 1992 Feb 4 to Jan 22, 1993 : Water Monkey |
| 2004 Jan 22 to Feb 8, 2005: Wood Monkey | 2016 Feb 8 to Jan 27, 2017: Fire Monkey |
Monkey's are masters in their ability to manipulate language and ideas during 2006. You are able to talk yourself out of tricky situations and nobody questions your unconventional methods. Your efficiency and ability to get things done, continues into FEB and socially Monkey's find themselves swept-up in a stream of activity. A mutually supportive partnership makes this period an especially harmonious one. MAR could rain on your parade with it's path of caution and reserve. Keep your sense of humor and steer clear of arguments and controversy.
Monthly Rating:
DEC ****
JAN ***
FEB *
MAR ****
APR ***
MAY ****
JUNE *
JULY *
AUG **
SEPT ***
OCT **
NOV ****
DEC **
JAN '07 ****
The Industrious ROOSTER 'You' |
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| 1909 Jan 22 to Feb 9, 1910 : Earth Rooster | 1921 Feb 8 to Jan 27, 1922 : Metal Rooster |
| 1933 Jan 26 to Feb 13, 1934 : Water Rooster | 1945 Feb 13 to Feb 1, 1946 : Wood Rooster |
| 1957 Jan 31 to Feb 17, 1958 : Fire Rooster | 1969 Feb 17 to Feb 5, 1970 : Earth Rooster |
| 1981 Feb 5 to Jan 24, 1982 : Metal Rooster | 1993 Jan 23 to Feb 9, 1994 : Water Rooster |
| 2005 Feb 9 to Jan 28, 2006: Wood Rooster | 2017 Jan 28 to Feb 15, 2018: Fire Rooster |
A productive month starts off 2006 for busy Roosters. Your organizational skills really pay off. JAN's Ox-ruled month is very auspicious and for single Roosters there should be plenty of admirers, some from diverse backgrounds. Consider spending some time with a strong and silent type Ox or a sage and sophisticated Snake. FEB could be a bump in the road and difficult month for Roosters as the diffident Dog heralds in the New Year. Use this friction in a positive way to consider improvements to your environment. House extensions, or changing your living space is favored, but hold off on any major move of locations.
Monthly Rating:
DEC ***
JAN ****
FEB **
MAR ****
APR ****
MAY ***
JUNE ***
JULY **
AUG **
SEPT *
OCT **
NOV ***
DEC **
JAN '07 ****
The Observant DOG 'Xu' |
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| 1910 Feb 10 to Jan 29, 1911 : Metal Dog | 1922 Jan 28 to Feb 15, 1923 : Water Dog |
| 1934 Feb 14 to Feb 3, 1935 : Wood Dog | 1946 Feb 2 to Jan 21, 1947 : Fire Dog |
| 1958 Feb 18 to Feb 7, 1959 : Earth Dog | 1970 Feb 6 to Jan 26, 1971 : Metal Dog |
| 1982 Jan 25 to Feb 12, 1983 : Water Dog | 1994 Feb 10 to Jan 30, 1995 : Wood Dog |
| 2006 Jan 29 to Feb 3, 2007: Fire Dog | 2018 Feb 16 to Feb 4, 2019: Earth Dog |
2006 brings a period of growth and development. Steps taken this year will set the stage for the next two years and lead to noticeable improvements. The time can be spent usefully redistributing assets or reorganizing expenditures. The astral climate dips somewhat during the Ox-ruled month of JAN and a bit of caution is in order. It's all work and no play for a while as your workload gathers momentum. The financial benefits from this come as a lovely surprise next month. FEB's Tiger-ruled month combined with the energies of the New Dog Year make for a 4 star month! If every Dog has their day, then 2006 will indeed be yours. Enjoy!
Monthly Rating:
DEC ***
JAN *
FEB ***
MAR ****
APR *
MAY **
JUNE ****
JULY **
AUG ***
SEPT *
OCT ***
NOV ***
DEC **
JAN '07 ***
The Honest PIG 'Hai' |
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| 1911 Jan 30 to Feb 17, 1912 : Metal Pig | 1923 Feb 16 to Feb 4, 1924 : Water Pig |
| 1935 Feb 4 to Jan 23, 1936 : Wood Pig | 1947 Jan 22 to Feb 9, 1948 : Fire Pig |
| 1959 Feb 8 to Jan 27, 1960 : Earth Pig | 1971 Jan 27 to Jan 15, 1972 : Metal Pig |
| 1983 Feb 13 to Feb 1, 1984 : Water Pig | 1995 Jan 31 to Feb 18, 1996 : Wood Pig |
| 2007 Feb 18 to Feb 6, 2008: Fire Pig | 2019 Feb 5 to Jan 24, 2020: Earth Pig |
2006 begins with beleaguered Pigs offering moral support and a kind ear to friends and family alike. Try to hear what these folks are not saying, what they may never be able to say. During JAN Pigs feel the urge to go into the wild for a time and hikes, excursions and discovering new hideaways are favored now. It's 4 stars for MAR! This is a wonderful period for Pigs when the excitement of new projects and the possibility of a change in residence or new living arrangement beckons. An excellent chance of meeting up with your soul mate during this awesome month.
Monthly Rating:
DEC ***
JAN ***
FEB ****
MAR ****
APR **
MAY *
JUNE ***
JULY ****
AUG *
SEPT *
OCT ***
NOV ***
DEC **
JAN '07 ***
Wishing you the 5 traditional Chinese blessings of, Longevity, Wealth, Love of virtue, Vital Health, and a Natural Ending.
Shelly Wu
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