2011 is OUT and 2012 is IN

   Happy New Year everyone!!! I hope 2012 (year of the Dragon according to the Chinese calendar) will be a better year for all of us.  *Cheers*

   Don't get me wrong, 2011 is one of my favorite years in my life and this year had been a very good year to me.  There had been a lot of good changes and location movement for me.  I moved from working in Philippines to Singapore, which to be honest, made it easier for me to save money and help my family out in times of financial crisis.  With that, I'd always be grateful.  I was also able to save up enough  money to visit my parents and be with them after almost 5 years of being away from them. Plus, I get to see the eastern side of USA, which is a big bonus ;)

   

   Now let's see what's in store for me in 2012 based on the Chinese Horoscopes.  I was born on the year of the HORSE and according to Horoscopes2012, this is what I can expect from 2012:

photo by: Jan Oliehoek

According to the Chinese horoscope 2012, people born in horse year tends to be more optimistic towards life and lead a healthy life this year. There might be little changes in your family member numbers, whether someone move in or move out. The horse zodiac sign people are obviously very hard worker and determined to accomplish their goals. They tend to be more extemporaneous and witty to solve the intricacies of the life in order to lead a happy life. As horse people fear of finishing that they start as they thought they will miss something so it is better to end up what you have started to get the results. As per the Chinese horoscope 2012 prediction, this year you will head towards a romantic love life with your loved ones because you are enough open-minded to express and listen the feelings.

As far as career is concerned, you will try to do anything according to your capability and ability. The Chinese horoscope 2012 reveals that you don’t think too much about money to focus on your work and efforts to accomplish the objective. This quality will lead you profitable efforts. The health horse Chinese horoscope 2012 forecasts that you will be healthy throughout the year, except few digestive ailments and abdominal aches. You can make your career as language teachers, pilots, journalists and translators.

   I have highlighted a few items that I find a little accurate and pretty interesting... first one about changes in family member numbers.  That's pretty accurate because my brother will soon be moving to Virginia USA to live permanently with my parents.

   

   As for the second one, this is quite interesting, it says I will head towards a romantic love life with my loved one.  But I don't have a loved one yet, so maybe I should have one first before having a romantic love life with him, right?  We'll see.  For the past few years my Chinese horoscope has been saying that I will have a love life, but it hasn't happened yet.

   

   For the career, well I know when I go back to work from my 3-week vacation it's going to be tough and there will be tons of work.  I'm just going to take it one day at a time and not stress myself too much.  I do hope that things will work out fine... profitable efforts will be a plus but I'm not expecting too much.  The funny thing is the last part of the horoscope... I can make a career as a language teacher, pilot, journalist or translator... Hmmmm, is this a sign that I have to finish my studies on Korean language?  Well, why not?  I'd probably enroll again as long as I find a class that will suit my schedule at work and maybe I can have a 2nd job as a teacher ;)

Here's another horoscope from Moonslipper, the same link I used for 2011 in my previous post:

Forecast for 2012 The remaining months of 2011 will see the sociable Horse in great demand! However, tact and discretion should be used in all gatherings – otherwise feelings could be hurt. The Dragon Year will be an auspicious one for the Horse, providing he proceeds carefully and steadily. Surprises will await the Horse on the career front and if he acts quickly, the world can be his oyster. May, October and December will provide the most exciting opportunities at work. The Chinese Zodiac shows that the quick pace of the year may try the Horse’s resolve and patience, but a clear head and steady progress will reap rewards. Like other signs, the Horse must remain careful when dealing with money, legal documents and important paperwork. This is not the time for speculation or carelessness. Love will be highlighted during 2012 for most Horses. If attached, the relationship will grow and strengthen. If single, exciting chance encounters can happen at any time during 2012! Late spring and August and October will be the most active social times. A chance to travel during the year will definitely pop up and the Horse will find travel invigorating and relaxing during this volatile and exciting year. By using common sense, being adaptable and hard-working, the Horse will find 2012 a most inspiring and successful year.

   Looks like the both sites are pointing towards a better career opportunity for me if I work hard enough and if I am patient enough.  And both sites are pointing to a chance for a love life... Hahaha!! Let's wait and see ;)  Maybe I'd meet Gong Yoo in real life and become my love interest? LOL!!!

   Again, these horoscopes are not meant to lead our lives.  Everything that happens to us is still according to God's will and to every decision and choices we make.  Let's all make 2012 a fruitful one!! 

PS:  Hopefully I'll be better at posting blog entries this year too :) 

Super Excited!!!!

As of this writing, it's only 2 days and 12 hours to go before I fly out to Virginia to see my family and spend 3 weeks with them during this Christmas season!  I'm super excited and I can hardly wait!  I think I'm going to be emotional when I see them at the airport when they pick me up and I'd be doubly emotional when I leave.  But I'm not thinking of the leaving part yet, I'd have to go meet them first and make the best of my three weeks :)

It's my first time in the east coast and I'm looking forward to our roadtrips... destinations are North Carolina, Washington DC, New Jersey and New York, just to name a few.

I'd try to post pictures as many and as soon as I can.... 

Our last family picture before my Mom went to Virginia - taken  August 12, 2007

Mama and Papa - taken August 12, 2007

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!!!