The Year of the Red Female Fire Pig!

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2007 is the year of Fire Female Red Pig. Here's a quote from Wellspring AstroLog:
(Click here to find out your chinese sign!)

The fat, happy Pig is the 'laughing Buddha' of the Chinese Zodiac signs; naturally pleased, whatever he does.

He likes his creature comforts; is sensual in all endeavours. Tolerant, compassionate, generous, - he has difficulty controlling his passions but hides neither faults, mistakes, nor his self-indulgence.

Egocentric, chaotic, destructive at times, one of Pig's essential drives is his love for freedom and beauty. The eternal optimist, his attitude is, "Don't worry, be happy".

What to Expect in the Year of the Fire Pig:

The Chinese Fire Pig symbol (Fire over Water) contains a special character that forms an accelerant. The year has potential for situations to gather speed; to burn out of control.

In Chinese astrology, clashes of Fire & Water have powerful, uncontrollable effects, while transformation takes place. Situations flare up quickly and propel out of control.

The Water element denotes clandestine affairs, 'behind the scenes', danger. It can indicate physical floods & large scale water problems - potential for extensive damage and destruction.

Fire Pig has harmonious elements, but harmony is lost when situations are out of control. Fire Pig years have been fraught with incidents: wars, political takeovers, enormous unrest.

Year of the Fire Pig and your Sign
(General guidelines, Brief excerpts.)

RAT
A busy year; many changes. Opportunites & innovations; Personal adjustments are necessary for success. Keep track of possessions.

OX
A busier year than usual. Doing things together with a pig-born person can be helpful. Travel is likely - if so, watch your possessions.

TIGER
Lots of laughter, happy occasions. A new partner possible in business, love, or both. In business, ensure a good action plan - things happen fast!

RABBIT
A great year: lots of support & friendship. Finish any 'strange stuff' from the past so you're ready for the future. Hook up with pig-folk.

DRAGON
Good for socialising; Not for ground-breaking new projects. Exercise patience! Avoid stress-outs. You'll need to fit in with the plans of others.

SNAKE
If you feel out of synch, remember it's a good time for resource consolidation, for research & getting up to date. Going incognito leads to discoveries.

HORSE
The Horse will appreciate the social aspects of the year. Opportunities can arrive by strange means: - Keep an open mind.

GOAT
The year's flow is in harmony with your energies. Significant projects & opportunities. Keep highest integrity in romance: your reputation is at stake.

MONKEY
You may be run off your feet; Don't trust hunches until you've done the research: facts, figures, stats. Look behind the scenes. Take time out.

ROOSTER
Public recognition, but more important things need attention. Learn how you're contributing to any chaos. Re-evaluate what's important to you.

DOG
You may have to go on rescue missions. Don't fret if the 'dog's bone' goes to others. Be aware, keep focus, avoid get-rich-quick schemes.

PIG
A happy, optimistic, comfortable year. Avoid excess, indulgence, being carried away in the moment, & making promises you can't keep.

 

[rgraham666]

Apparently I'm a Goat.

Daydreaming all afternoon sounds heavenly to the Goat. This creative, esoteric Sign needs plenty of time alone in which to feed its Muse. Goats are generally most comfortable in their own minds (which other, more linear-thinking Signs may have trouble deciphering). This Sign makes a great craftsperson or artisan, or perhaps a teacher of New Age studies -- any occupation that allows its mind the full range of freedom. Goats tend not to be very well-organized, precluding many more dry business endeavors. In fact, Goats tend not to be very materialistic in general, finding plenty of riches in their own imagination. However, especially when in love, the Goat can be quite a lavish gift-giver.

Perhaps it's that artistic temperament that so often causes Goats to feel insecure, but the result is that these high-strung creatures need to feel loved and admired lest they start worrying incessantly. For this reason, Goats tend to have a hard time with romance; anyone who couples up with a Goat must know, this Sign has a sensitive streak a mile wide and can be subject to bouts of anxiety over seemingly inconsequential things. Goats need plenty of love, support and open reassurance from their lovers. If a relationship is marked by conflict, the Goat will often pull away -- either physically or simply by retreating into the safe haven of its imagination.

If the romance is going well, however, Goats won't hesitate to tell their partner what they need -- and they can be quite insistent about it! This Sign will definitely return the favor, however; the Goat has a luxurious side that delights in indulging a lover's every wish. Appearances are also important to the Goat, which may explain why these folks can spend hours primping and posing.

Goats would be well-served by learning to relax and let others run the show from time to time. Once they can be certain that their friends and lovers won't be gone when the Goat returns from its daydreams, life will be a field of daisies.

The most compatible match for a Goat is the Pig or the Rabbit.

Seems pretty accurate, except the primping and preening part. I often don't look in a mirror for a day or more.

 

[Zeb_Carter]

There seems to be a problem with the program that calculates the sign you will be based on your brith year. This one says I'm an Ox but down at our local Chinese restuarant their Chinese Zodiac wheel of fortune says I'm a Tiger. I think I will tend to believe the restuarant Zodiac wheel.

 

[cloudy]

I was born in the year of the Ox:

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. 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.

The world may perceive Oxen as being far too serious or incapable of loosening up. (huh?) This sturdy sort is less than social by nature and tends to become introverted in a crowd. (so not me) To make things worse, they can't be bothered with what other people think and prefer to do what makes them feel best. Behind that calm facade, though, lives an Ox who can feel hurt, lonely and unable to connect with others. Friends and family are a great source of comfort to this beast, even if they don't always understand what makes the Ox tick. As a lover, friend, family member or housemate, the Ox makes a wonderfully strong, tender and affectionate companion who is protective and always reliable.

Out in the world, though, Oxen tend to be stubborn, dogmatic, my-way-or-the-highway kind of people who have no concept of when to back down. (indeed)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.

A good lesson for mighty Oxen is to strive to overcome a judgmental nature that keeps them from getting close to others. If they can learn to value their own good qualities, they'll have more room in their hearts to invite others in.

The most compatible match for an Ox is the Snake or the Rooster.

 

[impressive]

I'm a rabbit:

Timid and attractive, the Rabbits of the Chinese Zodiac tend to act more like bunnies, whether they like it or not! This Sign is extremely popular and has a wide circle of family and friends. Its compassionate nature leads it to be very protective of those it holds dear, but where romance is concerned, the Rabbit's sentimentality can lead it to idealize relationships. The sweet, sensitive Rabbit often ends up giving more of itself to a partner than is realistic or healthy. (No comment.) The good news is, when this Sign goes off-balance, the Rabbit's core group of friends and its stable home life help bring it back to center.

The Rabbit is a rather delicate Sign that needs a solid base in order to thrive. Lacking close, supportive friends and family, the Rabbit might just break down in tears at the first sign of conflict. Emotional upsets in this Sign's life can even lead to physical illnesses. Rabbits dislike arguments and other conflict and will try anything to avoid a fight; this results in something of a pushover nature. (Yeah, right.) Rabbits can also lapse into pessimism and may seem stuck in life -- often to mask their insecure natures. Rabbits tend to move through life's lessons at their own, rather contemplative pace; it's a waste of time to become exasperated with this Sign's seeming disinterest in facing its problems and conquering them. (Pfffft!)

With the right partner -- meaning someone whose high principles won't allow it to take advantage of this sensitive, giving Sign -- the Rabbit can make an incredibly loving and protective partner or family member. Rabbits love to entertain at home and always make sure their house is comfortable and tastefully-furnished. What Rabbits need most is a stronger sense of self-worth (Tee hee.) and the security that comes with it. Their discerning natures, coupled with some hard-won assertiveness, will help these happy creatures go far.

The most compatible match for a Rabbit is the Goat or the Pig.

Um, yeah ... NO. My zodiac sign (Aries) is more accurate.

 

[Svenskaflicka]

There seems to be a problem with the program that calculates the sign you will be based on your brith year. This one says I'm an Ox but down at our local Chinese restuarant their Chinese Zodiac wheel of fortune says I'm a Tiger. I think I will tend to believe the restuarant Zodiac wheel.

It all depends on what date you're born. You can't simply go by your birth year, because the Chinese don't count the year from January to December like the west world does; they have their New Year in the middle of February. If you're born in the beginning of feb, then you belong to the previous year.

I think the program is pretty accurate.

 

[3113]

Fire Pig, huh? So this is the year of bacon?

 

[Zeb_Carter]

It all depends on what date you're born. You can't simply go by your birth year, because the Chinese don't count the year from January to December like the west world does; they have their New Year in the middle of February. If you're born in the beginning of feb, then you belong to the previous year.

I think the program is pretty accurate.

Then I guess I'm an Ox.

 

[Joe Wordsworth]

Monkey.

 

[TE999]

Snake.

But a lot of the description doesn't apply to me IMHO.

Honest.

Whoops, time for another drink.

Peace.

 

[Aurora Black]

Already knew this, but it's fun to read anyway.

The spunky Monkey is the original party animal! Charming and energetic, Monkeys crave fun, activity and stimulation. They truly know how to have a good time and can often be seen swinging from one group of friends to another, attracting a motley crew in the process. Always upbeat, they are considered minor celebrities in their circle thanks to their sparkling wit and that rapier-sharp mind. Perhaps surprisingly, Monkeys are also good listeners and tackle complicated situations with ease. This Sign's natural curiosity lends it the desire to become knowledgeable on a broad range of topics. Monkeys have a show-off side that loves nothing more than to dazzle their pals with all they know.

The Monkey tends to be rather accident-prone due to a certain lack of very high morals. This Sign's first interest is pursuing its own pleasure; this is not a malicious interest, it's just the way the Monkey is. However, this kind of carefree self-involvement can lead to all kinds of scrapes. In love, the Monkey makes a fun, exciting lover -- but one that may have the potential to stray romantically. The good news is, the Monkey’s glib manner and witty repartee can often get this Sign out of a scrape. Perhaps not everyone will be won over by the Monkey -- but do you think the Monkey really cares? The Monkey's world, full of devil-may-care energy and revelry, isn't for everyone. Remember, though, it's not that this Sign is mean; it might just be a bit too curious for its own good. Monkeys often feel the need to try everything at least once, which can make for a merry-go-round of relationships.

The Monkey's love of self-indulgence can also lead to other types of trouble. This Sign may have limited self-control concerning food, alcohol and other pleasurable activities. It's party time all the time for the Monkey, yet when it leads to a monster hangover or a shattered heart (generally someone else's, not theirs), this Sign might actually show a touch of remorse. They won't flat-out admit the error of their ways, but at least they'll pull back and try to tone things down -- for a while.

Monkeys must try to learn to think of others ahead of themselves, at least some of the time. This Sign's world will be more complete once it realizes the world doesn't revolve around it.

The most compatible match for a Monkey is the Rat or the Dragon.

 

[Nirvanadragones]

Dragon, hence my name

 

[kendo1]

Iza dragonnnnnnnnnnnn.

Scorpio, sting in the tail.

 

[Aurora Black]

Dragon, hence my name

Rowr!

 

[Xelebes]

oxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox

 

[English Lady]

I'm a horsey- neigh!

Thank goodness for open spaces, because the Horse needs plenty of room to roam! Energetic, good with money and very fond of travel, Horses are the nomads of the Chinese Zodiac, roaming from one place or project to the next. All of this Sign's incessant activity and searching may be to satisfy a deep-rooted desire to fit in. Paradoxically, Horses feel a simultaneous yearning for independence and freedom.

Horses crave love and intimacy, which is a double-edged sword since it often leads them to feel trapped. Love connections tend to come easily to Horses, since they exude the kind of raw sex appeal that is a magnet to others. This Sign tends to come on very strong in the beginning of the relationship, having an almost innate sense of romance and seduction. Horses are seducers in general; check out any A-list party and you're bound to find the Horse in attendance. This Sign possesses a sharp wit and a scintillating presence; it really knows how to work a crowd. Surprisingly, Horses tend to feel a bit inferior to their peers, a misconception that causes them to drift from group to group out of an irrational fear of being exposed as a fraud.

An impatient streak can lead Horses to be less than sensitive to others' needs. These colts would rather take a situation firmly in hand as opposed to waiting for others to weigh in or come to terms with it. The lone wolf inside the Horse can at times push others away, but this also makes this Sign stronger and is a key to its success. Horses are self-reliant and, though they might lose interest fast in a tedious, nine-to-five day job, are willing to do the work necessary to get ahead.

Horses tend not to look much at the big picture; instead they just follow their whims, which can result in a trail of prematurely ended relationships, jobs, projects and so on. This Sign really knows how to motivate others, though, and get a lot accomplished. Once they find some peace within themselves, they can curb their wandering tendencies and learn to appreciate what's in their own backyard.

The most compatible match for a Horse is the Dog or the Tiger

 

[Skip1934a]

Dog, and rather accurate

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In the West, the Dog is man's best friend, but in Chinese Astrology this Sign is a little more unpredictable than that. Dogs are loyal, faithful and honest and always stick to their firm codes of ethics. However, this Sign has trouble trusting others. It's generally quite trustworthy itself -- except for the occasional "little white lies" the Dog tells in order to make things go more smoothly. The Dog makes a wonderful, discreet and loyal friend (despite any white lies) and is an excellent listener. This Sign tends to root for the underdog and its keen sense of right and wrong makes it duty-bound to the core. The Dog's mantra seems to be, Live right, look out for the little people and fight injustice whenever possible.

Dogs can also be rather dogmatic, too. They don't go in for light social banter; instead, they go straight for home, expostulating on the topics that are most important to them. At these times the Dog's narrow-minded or stubborn side can become apparent; this Sign has trouble staying light and calm when an important issue is at stake. This Sign can also be very temperamental; mood swings characterize its emotional life and often the Dog needs to run off to be alone in order to recuperate. Part of the problem is the result of this Sign's load of irrational fears that turn into niggling anxieties that turn into hurt feelings and occasional grouchiness. This sensitive Sign needs to warm up to others over time and gradually learn to trust them. Without that trust as a foundation, Dogs can be judgmental and coarse.

The Dog's discerning nature does make it an excellent business person, one who can turn that picky, guarded nature into a keen sense of the truth of another's motives. Where love is concerned, Dogs often have a tough time finding the right match. They can be so anxious and overwrought in the romance dance that they'll stress their partner to the max! In any forum, this Sign is happiest when able to be quite physically active; at home or at work, the Dog will always be constructing something new or cleaning something up in order to make things better. Dogs need to work on controlling their irrational worries and would also be well-served to relax their mile-high standards, which can sometimes wind up alienating the ones they love.

The most compatible match for a Dog is the Tiger or the Horse.

 

[Svenskaflicka]

I'm a double fire sign - I'm a Fire Dragon in the Chinese calendar, and I'm an Aries in the Greek Zodiac, and Aries is a Fire sign, together with Sagittarius and Leo.

Maybe that's why I'm so fiesty...

 

[Stella_Omega]

I just found a much better site- more depth to each analysis;
Here's mine

I'm a Fire Monkey, 1956.

I suppose the proof that I am a monkey, is that I feel a little flattered by the description

I have a stepdaughter- and have had a couple of girlfriends- that are Earth Monkeys, and my son is a Water Monkey, bless his charismatic little heart!