When we change our clocks

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Chinese Zodiac
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• The Chinese have named years after animals for
  thousands of years. In fact, the Chinese zodiac
  system is extremely complex, based on an ancient
  agricultural calendar. In addition to the twelve
  animals, there are the elements (Water, Wood,
  Fire, Earth and Metal), hours (12 two hour
  periods), directions, stones, months and seasons.
  

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The Twelve Animals

• The origins of the twelve animals which are
  honored with a year each is rich in legends and
  myths. A commonly held belief is that the Buddha
  decided to invite all the animals of the earth to
  visit him on New Years Day. However, despite
  preparing for the biggest party since the
  disembarkation of Noah's Ark, only 12 animals
  arrived.

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1924 1936 1948 1960 1972 1984 1996 Year of the
Rat

• Rats are said to be imaginative, charming and
  very generous to those they love - although they
  do have a tendency to be quick-tempered and
  over-critical. They are supposed to make good
  writers, critics and publicists.

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1925 1937 1949 1961 1973 1985 1997 Year of the
Ox

• Oxen are born leaders, inspiring confidence
  in everyone they come into contact with. However,
  they can be too demanding. Methodical and good
  with their hands, they make fine surgeons and
  hairdressers

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1926 1938 1950 1962 1974 1986 1998 Year of
the Tiger

• Tigers are said to be bold and adventurous, and
  are bestowed with initiative and charm. However,
  they have a tendency to be risk takers, making
  them act before they think about the
  consequences. They tend to make good bosses,
  explorers or racing drivers.

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1927 1939 1951 1963 1975 1987 1999 Year of the
Rabbit

• Rabbits are affectionate, co-operative and
  pleasant, with lots of friends. But they can get
  too sentimental and seem superficial. Ideal
  careers areas include law, diplomacy, stage. or
  the.

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1928 1940 1952 1964 1976 1988 2000 Year of the
Dragon

• Dragons tend to be popular individuals who are
  always full of life and enthusiasm, with a
  reputation for being fun-loving. They make good
  priests, artists and politicians.

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1929 1941 1953 1965 1977 1989 2001 Year of
the Snake

• People born in the year of the Snake are romantic
  and deep-thinking, wise and charming, although
  they tend to dismiss others too quickly and are a
  bit stingy with money. Ideal jobs include
  teaching or psychiatry.

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 1930 1942 1954 1966 1978 1990 2002 Year of
the Horse

• If you are born in the Year of the Horse then you
  are amazingly hard working and very independent.
  Although you are intelligent and friendly, you
  can sometimes be a bit selfish. Career wise you
  would make a good scientist or poet.

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1931 1943 1955 1967 1979 1991 2003 Year of
the Ram

• Those born in the Year of the Ram are said to
  be charming, elegant and artistic, who like
  material comforts. A bit of a worrier they also
  have a tendency to complain about things. Jobs as
  actors, gardeners or beachcombers would suit.

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1932 1944 1956 1968 1980 1992 2004 Year of the
Monkey

• If you are born in the Year of the Monkey, you
  are very intelligent, well-liked by everyone, and
  will have success in any field you choose. Lucky
  old you.

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 1933 1945 1957 1969 1981 1993 2005
Year of the Rooster

• The sign of the Rooster indicates a person who is
  hard-working and definite about their decisions.
  Roosters are not afraid to speak their minds and
  can therefore sometimes come across as boastful.
  They make good restaurant owners and world
  travelers.

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1934 1946 1958 1970 1982 1994 2006 Year of the
Dog

• Dogs are honest and faithful to those they love
  but they tend to worry too much and find fault
  with others. They make ideal secret agents or
  business people

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1935 1947 1959 1971 1983 1995 Year of the Pig

• People born in the Year of the Pig are honest
  and tolerant and make good friends, but tend to
  expect the same from everyone else, and more
  often than not they end up disappointed. They
  thrive in the arts as entertainers.