Ox

Changes and unexpected troubles will keep you preoccupied but new, influential contacts will keep you on the straight and narrow. A moderate year with many changes and unexpected troubles to keep you busy. Plans will be realized but be patient as they may take a while to materialize. Work hard, be patient and tireless and stick to your routine and conventions. Through work you should come in contact with helpful and influential people who can help you up the career ladder.

You take your work very seriously and as long as you don't have a very public role you can think clearly and plan with the most meticulous detail. You like to work within a clear, fixed framework and do not like surprises. You are a skilled organizer and a logical thinker who in time is likely to be well rewarded.

Legend has it that the Ox has always been a favorable zodiac sign due to its steady nature and penchant for hard work. Likewise you are perseverant in the most trying circumstances because when you have made a commitment you keep your word. You are sincere and do not like the idea of wheeling and dealing.

You like to work through your ideas in peace and quiet. Underneath your calm exterior you can be stubborn and hot headed like the Ox.

You are not extravagant and the thought of living off credit cards makes you nervous. You are well liked by your friends for your honesty and patience. Though you are inclined to be introverted, in a secure environment you can be quite sociable.

You are gentle and open with the right partner and thrive on strong love and support. But you are hurt easily and your ideal partner will need to be gentle with you and be able to cajole you into new interests. Since you are not driven by romance you will have to be persuaded to accept invitations.

Earth, which works in harmony with the element of metal but is overwhelmed by the element of wood.

Yellow the imperial color of China associated with fame and achievement.

Snake and Rooster

Yin and yang are equally balanced, a combination linked to thought and care.