The Chinese Year of the Snake is about to start at the beginning of February. So, I went and had a little look at the Chinese horoscopes and found to my amusement that people born in the year of the snake are excellent potters...as well as scientists, investigators, painters, spiritual leaders and dieticians. So, I thought, what year was I for into? What sort of creature am I? I had a little peek and see that I was born in the year of the Rooster. Now Roosters, it is said, are protagonistic sort of people. But those born in my decade (not giving anything away here) are not, because they are a sort called 'the wood rooster'. Sad face! Sounds bad and doesn't get any better either: listen to this. "This Rooster is different in that he enjoys being a part of the team rather than in the spotlight like other Roosters. He likes the company of others and is a genuine friend. These Roosters work for the betterment of society, working diligently to change the evils of it. They expect quality attempts from others involved with the causes and sometimes expect too much of their co-volunteers, as they do of themselves. Often, because of this desire to help society, these Roosters overcommitt themselves, unable to finish what they’ve started". Huh! So that's what is going on?! Do I sound amused and rather tickled? No, I don't. I thought I could be like the Portuguese rooster from Barcelos (see below) or like the Kellogg's wake me up in the morning bright and breezy variety. I thought some of my friends might recognise in me the cuddliness and falling-over-ness of the cuddly toy. Some may even agree that I can have THAT look (above) - but 'desire to help' ? 'betterment of society' ? 'unable to finish'? That stings, as does the list of stuff we are supposed to be good for: Certified Public Accountants, bookkeepers, insurance agents, secretaries, dentists... phew! But hang on a minute, what is going on here? Roosters are supposed to be neat and clean and take great care of their closets and drawers. Hmmm... Anyway, I am a Rooster, a Wooden Rooster to boot, and as such I am supposed to be... Brave, Romantic, Motivated, Proud, Blunt, Resentful, Boastful! By the way, you may all be dying to know this: my husband is a Sheep! He loves being at home, spends his time doing arts and crafts, cooking and knitting and would make a lovely hairdresser, Yes, I am confused, but pleased to have figured out so much I did not know before!
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Carole Rainbird
26/1/2013 05:41:05 am
Hello Olinda,
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