It's the year of the fire pig.

The pig or boar is the name given to the last in the twelve-animal cycle. It symbolizes conclusion, completion, rest, goodwill, abundance and satisfactions with what have been achieved for the past years.

In some Western countries to be called a pig is an insult but for the Chinese especially Feng Shui adherents the pig or boar is considered the happiest animal among the twelve creatures on earth given power by Buddha to influence wordly affairs. The last double hour of the day, from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m., it governs.

The most auspicious direction for travel, construction, repair, improvements and progress is north-northwest. While disasters, calamities man made or natural and dangerous directions for travel and living is south-southeast. The pig corresponds to the Western Zodiac sign Scorpio and individuals born under this sign are most fortunate, successful and fulfilled.

It is the complimentary sign of the dog, in the House of family; whereas the dog builds and g uards it; the pig centers on the benefits and the living conditions on it.

The year of the pig is the best year for dealing with family matters; thus an ideal time for marriage, family gatherings and social events. Red is still the dominant color with its various hues and color combinations like magenta, old rose, red orange, burgundy and fuchsia pink.

The Chinese name or magic name of the year is Ting Hai. The Chinese communities world widely will celebrate Chinese New Year on February 18, 2007, and the Fire Pig Year will end its reign on February 6, 2008.

The past dog year was fire over earth and this Year the Pig has fire over water which is in conflict with its other in Chinese elemental beliefs. The Fire Pig Year has a negative stem; it is Yin or inactive in phase and influences the night. Women generally will be on the limelight in all fields of endeavors.

The Year 2006 calamitous or perilous events usually occurred at daytime; while this year 2007 it will be at nighttime. Fire over water symbolizes dangers and upheavals centered specially on water its source, use, amount or preservations. There will be floods, cyclones or typhoons and sea disasters in catastrophic levels. Floods, fires or drought, famine, pestilence and wars will be very evident.

The Fire Pig Year is one of plenty. Business and industry in general will have excellent climate. People will be livelier and easy living the mode of the year. The abundant feeling will prevail but hesitations, wavering, lack of self confidence and inaction when opportunity calls undermine it all. Impulsive acts of generosity made on the spur of the moment must be avoided so as not to regret later in personal social and financial involvements. It is not a suitable year for expansion in business affairs.

Those who want to settle down and raise a large family, this is an opportunity year. However married couple or sweethearts need to be wary of extra marital relations or love flings. Keeping options open or good intentions to you is a must in heart or romantic matters.

Politically, in general of the Year of the Pig is characterized by negotiations, treaties, under the table agreements leading to a peaceful exit and resolutions of conflicts.

An expensive and tolerant attitude of people will be seen in arts, culture, movie industry and the like. Prudence is recommended in all matters especially in dealing with sweet talking persons, strangers and swindlers.

Excesses or debauchery to some extent, graft and corrupt practices will be highlighted and exposed. Political out maneuverings, illegal use of funds for election campaigns will come to light. Media practitioners, environmentalist, non governmental leaders will be threatened and killed.

Breakthrough will be made in medical treatments of AIDS, Bird Flu and other viral diseases. Science and technology will have its heyday on this Pig Year. Weight watchers and health conscious individuals will have a tough time and may face losing or gaining battles.

The Pig Year is generally a fairly healthy in ones day to day living depending in the sort of life she or be indulges. The reproductive organs, the stomachs, the heart, blood system, liver and kidney must be fitfully maintained. Regular exercise, plenty of healthy food and, peace of mind are advised. One need to be careful in excessive drinking or eating and in way of living since the Pig Year also signifies obesity, sexuality and abuses.

Internalized frustration due to repression of feelings and difficulties in expressing over rights beliefs, political views and personal relationships may lead to turbulent and volatile situations.*

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