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January 16th, 2012, 12:26 AM
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龍年 Year of the dragon
  http://www.bing.com/images/search?q=...es&FORM=IDFRIR Chinese new year is just around the corner and according to the Chinese Zodiac, the Year of 2012 is the Year of the Dragon, which begins on January 23, 2012 and ends on February 9, 2013. The Dragon is the fifth sign of the Chinese Zodiac, which consists of 12 Animal signs. The Dragon is a creature of myth and legend. In ancient China, the celestial Dragon represents an emperor and power. Today, it is the ultimate auspicious symbol signifying success and happiness. May the celestial Dragon bring great good luck to everyone. In Sung Dynasty (a Chinese imperial dynasty lasting from AD 960 - 1279) texts, the dragon is described as having the head of an ox, muzzle of a donkey, eyes of a shrimp, horns of a deer, body of a serpent covered with fish scales, and feet of a phoenix. The dragon usually clutches a pearl symbolic of its super-natural powers. Invariably accompanied by thunder and rain, dragons move like lightning and whirlwinds - - all powerful yet totally unpredictable. The Sign of the Dragon People born in the Year of the Dragon share certain characteristics: Innovative, enterprising, self-assured, brave, passionate, conceited, and quick-tempered. The Dragons are the free spirits of the Chinese Zodiac. Restrictions blow out their creative spark that is ready to flame into life. So, they must be free and uninhibited. The Dragon is a beautiful creature, colorful and flamboyant. An extroverted bundle of energy, gifted and irrepressible, everything Dragons do is on a grand scale - big ideas and extreme ambitions. However, this behavior is natural and isn't meant for show. Because they are confident, fearless in the face of challenge, they are almost inevitably successful. People born in the Year of the Dragon usually make it to the top. But, they must be aware of that too much enthusiasm can leave them tired and unfulfilled. They find pleasure in helping others, and you can always count on their help. Even though they are willing to assist when necessary, their pride can often impede them from accepting the same kind of help from others. Their generous personalities give them the ability to attract friends, but they can be rather solitary people at heart. Their self-sufficiency can mean that they have no need for close bonds with other people. Dragon people tend to take thrilling risks, and burn the candle at both ends so they are fortunate to be blessed with good health. However, they can suffer bad health as a result of excess stress. Symtoms of their personalities often stem from emotional outbursts and can range from tension headaches to depression to hypertension. They can remedy these problems by maintaining their cool, implementing a routine in their daily lives, and practice meditation, Tai Chi or Yoga that soothe the mind and spirit as well as tone the body. The Dragon is not the most domesticated of the Animal signs. So, people born in the Year of the Dragon prefer enjoying outdoor activities rather than staying at home. They are extroverts who have a deep love for nature. Their homes should be as large and majestic as their personalities, providing space for the fiery temperament or emotional eruptions that accompany their character. They have true and sincere love, which comes from the depths of their hearts. Dragon people are quite imaginative, always able to see new paths and will take a radical approach. They have innate explorative spirit and try to succeed at one stroke. They are very adaptable and are fit for various occupations, especially if those occupations allow them to take the limelight. They work hard, but would rather give orders than receive them. They should avoid jobs that encompass too much routine, and should move toward jobs in which their self-reliance can be an asset. People born in the Year of the Dragon like to spend money and are charitable themselves as well as with others. Many Dragon people will take big chances with their finances. It is very rare that they remain poor for long. They will always be straightforward in financial dealings and can always be trusted. Dragon Years: 02/19/1904 to 02/03/1905 (Wood), 02/03/1916 to 01/22/1917 (Fire), 01/23/1928 to 02/09/1929 (Earth), 02/08/1940 to 01/26/1941 (Metal), 01/27/1952 to 02/13/1953 (Water), 02/13/1964 to 02/01/1965 (Wood), 01/31/1976 to 02/17/1977 (Fire), 02/17/1988 to 02/05/1989 (Earth), 02/05/2000 to 01/23/2001 (Metal), 01/23/2012 to 02/09/2013 (Water). Famous Dragon People: Yellow Fever, Calista Flockhart, Colin Farrell, Courtney Cox, Courtney Love, Dinah Shore, Isabella Rossellini, Julia Ormond, Juliette Binoche, Reese Witherspoon, Roseanne Barr, Sandra Bullock, and Wynonna Judd. http://www.stanssewingsupplies.com/c...asp?pid=254835
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January 16th, 2012, 12:31 AM
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Canada Post breathes fire into the Lunar New Year with Year of the Dragon Stamps
  TORONTO, Jan. 10, 2012 /CNW/ - Canada Post today honoured the Year of the Dragon by issuing a pair of stamps and collectibles to mark the Lunar New Year. A dragon year is said to be a time of innovation, risk and achievement. These stamps are the fourth release in a twelve-year Lunar New Year series. "Lunar New Year is celebrated around the world, in countries and territories with significant Chinese communities. Canada Post is proud to celebrate the occasion by issuing these popular stamps," said Jim Phillips, Director of Stamp Services at Canada Post. "The stamps in the Lunar New Year series are always well received by both members of the Chinese community and collectors. As in past years, these images are complex and striking, and the foil and embossing techniques are outstanding." The dragon on the domestic-rate PERMANENT™ stamp is fully embossed and gold foil is used prominently in the creature's scales. Swirls, a graphic element from ancient Chinese designs, are placed at the bottom of the stamp to represent the water element. The Chinese characters in the top right corner spell out "dragon." A fiery red dragon bursts from the water on the souvenir sheet bearing an international-rate stamp. The embossing on the dragon's head is carved by hand, with touches of foil to give it vibrancy. The background is red, a colour used prominently during Chinese New Year celebrations to symbolize good fortune and joy.... Read more:http://www.newswire.ca/en/story/9035...-dragon-stamps |
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January 16th, 2012, 12:51 AM
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Kinda cool that Canada is doing this.
 Some Trad Dragon Robes http://english.peopledaily.com.cn/90...0/6681545.html    
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January 16th, 2012, 03:41 AM
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Wish everybody a prosperous Dragon Year!
给大家拜年了！！！  
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January 16th, 2012, 08:20 AM
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Ill get 6 pack abs
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Dragon stamps 2012
China     Hong Kong  Taiwan    Macau    Bhutan  Japan   Singapore  Thailand  Mongolia   North Korea  Vietnam   Malaysia     South Korea  Indonesia     Australia    Guinea-Bissau   USA  New Zealand    France    Canada    Great Britain  Côte d'Ivoire   Grenada   Liberia   Chad  Slovenia  Guinea  United Nations  Kyrgyzstan  Burundi   Azerbaijan   Croatia    Estonia  Liechtenstein    Last edited by 7freedom7; January 16th, 2012 at 08:29 AM. |
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January 16th, 2012, 09:26 AM
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I will be celebrating the chinese new year by myself in auckland
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January 16th, 2012, 07:18 PM
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Didn't know that he was a dragon! He was a great leader, the tragedy of Tiananmen Square was his only draw back imo.
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January 17th, 2012, 09:35 PM
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Preparation for Chinese New Year 2012 : Year of the Dragon
Workers doing their work for preparation upcoming Chinese New Year of the dragon 2012 at Thean Hou Temple in Seputeh, Kuala Lumpur. January 12, 2012. image hosted on flickr  Preparation for Chinese New Year 2012 : Year of the Dragon by m.fazrulhasnor, on Flickr image hosted on flickr  Preparation for Chinese New Year 2012 : Year of the Dragon by m.fazrulhasnor, on Flickr image hosted on flickr  Preparation for Chinese New Year 2012 : Year of the Dragon by m.fazrulhasnor, on Flickr image hosted on flickr  Preparation for Chinese New Year 2012 : Year of the Dragon by m.fazrulhasnor, on Flickr |
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January 17th, 2012, 10:06 PM
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Ill get 6 pack abs
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Hats off to those workers, they are the most admirable people in China!
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January 17th, 2012, 10:17 PM
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January 18th, 2012, 07:06 AM
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Year of the Dragon 2012
 
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January 19th, 2012, 12:35 AM
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Gonna be busy preparing for my test Sunday night by myself i guess.. FML |
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January 19th, 2012, 02:43 AM
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you don't have any kiwi friends?
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 I'm the opposite, most of my friends are the Canucks! bruce lee was also a dragon image hosted on flickr  Happy Chinese New Year 2012 by datalineps, on Flickr Singapore image hosted on flickr  Chinatown 2012 Light up -Year of the Dragon 已龙共舞 by zoompict, on Flickr image hosted on flickr  Singapore Chinatown Chinese New Year Light Up 2012 by zoompict, on Flickr image hosted on flickr  Chinatown 2012 chinese new year by zoompict, on Flickr |
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January 20th, 2012, 04:58 PM
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Some Chinese are so mean, teaching their African friends to say happy new year in Chinese
 , but this vid really.... make me almost laugh to death!  http://v.youku.com/v_show/id_XMzQ0NDc5NzI0.html |
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January 20th, 2012, 09:42 PM
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3 more days to go!
image hosted on flickr  Untitled by dgilic, on Flickr image hosted on flickr  Year of the dragon, 19 by Newtown grafitti, on Flickr image hosted on flickr  Dragon #2 by chooyutshing, on Flickr image hosted on flickr  Dragon Dance #2 by chooyutshing, on Flickr image hosted on flickr  Dragon by chooyutshing, on Flickr |
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January 21st, 2012, 07:49 PM
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image hosted on flickr
 Happy Chinese New Year 2012 , Year of the dragon by claunora, on Flickr image hosted on flickr  DTN News: Happy Chinese New Year ~ Year Of The Dragon by DTN News, on Flickr image hosted on flickr  2012: Year of the Dragon by Jashil, on Flickr image hosted on flickr  Year Of The Dragon - Chinese New Year 2012 by infomatique, on Flickr |
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