To those who aren’t sure what the Chinese New Year celebration is, basically, it takes place on the first new moon of the year. traditionally, in China, it’s Christmas before we ever knew about Christmas – an excuse to have a party with the family and give presents to the children.
This year, 2018, is the year of the dog – which doesn’t really mean all that much unless you are the superstitious/religious type. Other than that, it’s just part of the counting method of the traditional Chinese calendar and comes around every 12 years.
People born in the Year of the Dog are usually independent, sincere, loyal and decisive according to Chinese zodiac analysis. They are not afraid of difficulties in daily life. These shining characteristics make them have harmonious relationships with people around them.
- Strengths
Valiant, loyal, responsible, clever, courageous, lively - Weaknesses
Sensitive, conservative, stubborn, emotional
Lucky Numbers: 3, 4, 9
Lucky Colors: green, red, purple
Lucky Flowers: rose, oncidium, cymbidium orchids
Lucky Directions: east, southeast, south