Welcome 2011 (Year of the Rabbit)!!

First of all, I want to greet everybody a Happy New Year (1-1-11 today)!!! I wish everyone a great year ahead full of love, happiness and of course good health :)

Ok, before I post the "forecast" for 2011, let's have a recap for the 2010 forecast and let's see how much of it came true, or at least came close to coming true.  Here's what I posted in FB last time, I will take note of the items that came close or those that are far-fetched :)

From www.moonslipper.com :

"Forecast for 2010 The Year of the Tiger will be an exciting and lively year for the Horse. On the home and family front, there may be some changes with family members moving in, moving out or relocating to another location altogether (CURLYTOPS: yep, there had been some travels for a couple of my family members, but not me). On the social front, the Horse will be in much demand with invitations to parties and gatherings increasing as the year moves on (CURLYTOPS: hmmmm, I don't think I was in demand with invitations...my 2010 wasn't crazed with parties). Health wise, with such a busy year and added pressures, the Horse must ensure that he looks after his diet and gets adequate rest. Otherwise, irritability and heated arguments could arise unnecessarily. Those born under this sign will do exceptionally well career-wise this year (CURLYTOPS: Hmmmm, I don't really think I did anything exceptional... I was my boss' secretary and didn't really do anything earthmoving in our company.  At least I wasn't given a chance to do anything earthmoving! I'd say my career has been quite stagnant for some time now). However, they must follow up leads and career openings with vigor in order to take advantage of the fast paced energy of the Tiger year. A word of caution for the Horse – they need to keep a careful eye on their finances as overspending could happen very easily. August through September will bring fantastic opportunities for those looking for love (CURLYTOPS: HAH!!! What opportunities at love?? I didn't even see its shadow!! Not unless you'd include my love for Gong Yoo and Ian Sommerhalder... but that's like wishing for the stars and 100% one way street, not to mention they don't even know I exist!! So this statement right here didn't happen in 2010! LOL!). March through May will be lucky for changing jobs or careers while November and December will bring fun and lively social gatherings (CURLYTOPS: About the changing jobs and careers, well there definitely had some changes, but they didn't happen or start to happen until latter part of the year. I think the timing of this forecast is pretty off.   Of course there are social gatherings in December, it's the time for Christmas parties, right? Haha!)."

 

Ok, now let's now see what my 2011 holds according to the same website: 

The Horse

Fun, charming and attractive sums up the Horse’s traits perfectly. They love parties and crowds and being the centre of attention. They can also be egotistical, hotheaded and impatient. The Horse is a considerate and protective friend and partner and when in his company, there will always be excitement around the next corner. 

Forecast for 2011 The spotlight will have been on the Horse for much of 2010 with his
sparkling company and friendship being frequently in demand. In 2011, the focus for the Horse will be on his career, with unexpected developments and promotional opportunities on the cards. He should watch events carefully, for when an opening occurs he will need to act fast and be alert. April, May and October and November will be encouraging months for moving ahead in work or indeed finding a new job altogether (CURLYTOPS: The months look pretty off, coz I think the new job will be starting on March.  Oh well). Health and well-being will be on the minds of many Horses in the Chinese Year of the Rabbit and it’s a perfect time to re-think fitness routines and diet (CURLYTOPS: YES!! I definitely need to start re-thinking about the diet part..and also act on it! The execution part is the toughie *sigh*  Where can I buy discipline? LOL). Socially, as always, the Horse will be busy, with May to September and December being full of fun opportunities with friends. Attached Horses will fare better than single ones in 2011 (CURLYTOPS: WHAT!! No lovelife again this year!! UGH!). If a new romance is on horizon, the Horse would be well advised to relax and let the relationship develop slowly and without rushing. (CURLYTOPS: So IF there is romance, I still need to take it slow? Ugh! Can't I just snatch and marry him ASAP?? LOL!)  March, September and October are prime months for finding someone special (CURLYTOPS: Ok, I;m taking note of the months! LOL!). The Horse is an adventurous soul by nature and may do some traveling to far-flung places in the Year of Rabbit (CURLYTOPS: Oooohhhh!! Yes, I'd love to travel this year! 2010 was a no travel year for me and I am so missing plane rides! Far-flung places huh? I'm all for it! Anywhere baby!! I'm excited already!!). Financially there is a definite chance for the Horse to increase his earnings over the year and he should make every effort to manage his money carefully (CURLYTOPS: I'm welcoming increased earnings with big open arms! Give it to me baby!! ;P).

Interesting Horse Facts:
Zodiac Stone: Golden Topaz
Special Flower: Rose
Best Hours: 11am-1pm
Season: Summer
Horoscope Colors: Orange, White, Yellow

Hey, don't get me wrong, I don't let these predictions or forecasts lead my life.   God made each one of us unique and special, and I believe that each person defines their own destiny and future.  It's all about the choices we make with the opportunities given to us.  It's just fun to read how these Chinese astrology stuff sees my 2011 which makes me look forward to the year ahead :) 

I'm hopeful (of course with help of the Lord Almighty) that this year will be a better year for me (and my family), career-wise, health-wise and on the spiritual level.  I'll keep doing my best to be a better person and learn (and try not repeating them) from my mistakes in the past years.  As for the love life... well, I have already lifted that up to the Lord, it's all up to HIM.  In HIS time. :)

Once again, HaPpY NeW YeAr everyone!!!