Year of the Dragon
i know that i’ve written nothing but New Year posts the entire month, but given that it was Lunar New Year yesterday…i just can’t help but share my annual traditions with everyone. i have to say, i’m pretty ecstatic that it’s finally here…
The Year of the Water Dragon.
not to get all Asian on y’all, but as a Wood Rat, myself, the Water Dragon is an ally and signifies great fortune and success. i can’t help but start the year off with a favorable outlook.
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i was around 20 years-old when i started to get really into Astrology. my friend Marv was a firm believer in the stars as well as their control over people’s personalities and the energies that affect us. i used to be skeptic, given that i am of Christian faith, but after reading some texts written by renowned Astrologists…
i look at Lunar New Year as a second chance at resolutions…
we all know it’s a huge probability that i’ve already messed them up 
some Westerners may say that this holiday is wrapped around superstition and folklore, but honestly, what’s it gonna hurt to follow through with a few practices and traditions to give you that little bit of edge for some good luck?
plus, i don’t know anyone who doesn’t like those red envelopes 
there’s usually 15 days to celebrate, but Filipinos usually only observe traditions on the first day:
- make sure the house was cleaned before the new year
- open doors and windows and turn on all the lights at midnight
- eat tikoy and noodles/spaghetti
- wear red
- don’t wash your hair
- have money in your pockets
- sprinking coins in every room before midnight
- don’t sweep all day
…this is the first year i’m actually gonna try celebrating all 15 days.
[read page 7 of the Jan/Feb issue of Yellow Magazine for tips]
along with trying to Feng Shui my home to feel more serene and attract good energy, i’ve been taking part in as many positive ventures as i can to feel at peace and find contentment. with that being said, i think incorporating rituals that show appreciation for others, suggest a hopeful outlook for the future, and offer respect to loved ones that have passed definitely exude the virtues we should all try to uphold.
can’t do harm in celebrating, right?
here’s to success!
新年快乐
i wish you all prosperity, good health, and happiness.
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Posted on January 24, 2012, in random and tagged Chinese astrology, Chinese New Year, Chinese Zodiac, Feng Shui, Luck, New Year, Red envelope, Year of Dragon. Bookmark the permalink. 6 Comments.
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My children look forward to the time of the day when their dad gives them their red envelopes (they save them in their drawer long after the money has been spent!). Another tradition they have grown to love is the yummy food we eat at dinner
that’s so cute that they save them in their drawers! and yes, the food is always good
thanks for reading!
It says I’m a dragon!
it’s your year girl!
CUTE!!!!! your dog is OMGEEE cute!!!
thank you!