Exit the Dragon, Enter the Snake
Kung How Fat Choy! Happy Chinese New Year!
The Year of The Dragon has come to an end. Now begins the Year of The Snake.
From Chinatown On Line [1], a UK site, we get this interesting view of the coming year:
Overview for the Year of the Snake
Snake Sleeping in Winter
2001 is the year of the "Snake Sleeping in Winter". The image is
one of a snake which builds up sufficient resources to last out
the winter in comfort. On face value this may seem to imply that
a successful year is ahead. This is not necessarily the case,
but is dependent upon sufficient work being done to ensure that
success.
This is a year for preparation. In this particular snake year
there is the association with deep winter, with potential
hardship and difficulties to overcome. This is a year,
therefore, in which your eyes should be fixed on your goals, but
not so firmly fixed as to be blind to the short-term
difficulties that lie in the path of your goals.
This is a year in which it is important be faithful to friends
and family. Your network of support may be a significant asset
in difficult times. Be prepared to be more than a fair weather
friend and to walk the extra mile when someone is in need. That
said, remember that there is a danger of excessive behaviour
this year, so keep a balance, and just check to make sure you're
not being taken for a ride.
Welcome to Chinese calendar year 4699.
Red and gold are the colors of the Chinese New Year. "May you enjoy success and prosperity" is the translation of Kung How Fat Choi. Gold for prosperity; red for success!
