Ingredients:

Glutinous Rice (to be soaked for at least 2 hours. Drain and add salt)
Dried Shrimps (soaked in hot water)
Dried Chinese Mushrooms (soaked in hot water and finely sliced)
Sweet Winter Melon Strips (cut into small pieces)
Minced Pork (to be marinated with chopped onions, soya sauce, sugar, salt, pepper and corn flour to taste)
Garlic (chopped)
Chestnut (to be boiled and peeled)
Dried Bamboo Leaves (to be wet) remember to clean throughly
Plastic String

Filling:

Oil a big wok and fry the garlic until light brown.
Drain the dried prawns and add them to the wok. Fry.
Add in the mushrooms. Fry.
Add the minced pork. Fry, occasionally adding the water used from soaking the dried prawns and the mushrooms.
Add dark soya sauce, sugar and pepper to your liking. Fry until the filling is almost dry.

Methods:

Fill the bamboo leaves with glutonous rice. Each dumpling has to look like little 3D pyramids. First, grease the right side of the leaves and fold in such a way so that you get a pocket.

Hold firmly. Scoop 2 tablespoonfuls of rice and put it into the pocket, making sure that they are spread against the sides.

Scoop about 3 or more spoonfuls of the filling. Press to make sure it is compact. Followed by another 2 tablespoonfuls of rice, again making sure the dumpling is compact before wrapping.
Close the "lid" of the "pocket", folding both sides down and lastly, fold the tip. Tie the dumpling tight with a string.

After wrapping all the dumplings, submerge them into a big pot of boiling water and boil for about 1 hour 30 minutes. After that, let them drip dry.

*You can vary the fillings (more mushrooms, pork etc) to your own liking.

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Personality Test

Your answers suggest you are an Innovator

The four aspects that make up this personality type are:

Summary of Innovators

• Energetic and creative taking inspiration from everyone they meet
• Enjoy flexible work environments with few rules and many opportunities for fun
• Think of themselves as imaginative, sociable and sympathetic
• May not think logically about their ideas

More about Innovators

Innovators are fun-loving, creative, sensitive people who enjoy developing their ideas by discussing them with others. This group supports the people around them and expects the same in return. Others are drawn to Innovators because of their love of life, caring nature and openness.

Innovators are good at spotting opportunities and recognizing potential in people. Innovators put all their energy into new projects and their enthusiasm motivates others to support their plans.

In situations where they can’t use their talents or are unappreciated, Innovators may become rebellious and unfocused. Under extreme stress, Innovators may become preoccupied with meaningless details.
Innovators may over-extend themselves or put a night out with friends ahead of more pressing commitments.

Innovator Careers

Innovators are drawn to careers that require teaching or counselling, where they can work with and help encourage the development of others.

It's important to remember that no survey can predict personality type with 100 percent accuracy. Experts say that we should use personality type to better understand ourselves and others, but shouldn't feel restricted by our results.

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Super IQ Test

Tuesday, May 23, 2006

Your Super IQ Report

Your thinking style is

Visual Linguist

Your IQ score is 125. This means that you are smarter than 95.0% of all other Super IQ test takers.

his number is the result of a scientifically-tested formula based on how many questions you answered correctly on the Tickle Super IQ Test.

But there's more to intelligence than a single number, a single score, or a single label. Tickle uses 8 distinguishable dimensions of intelligence in the Super IQ Test. By analyzing your individual scores on those 8 scales, we are able to look beyond the raw IQ score into how you process information, and which intellectual strengths you're best at.

Your test results indicate that the way you process information makes you a Visual Linguist.

You are highly intelligent and multi-talented. Particularly strong are your language skills and your ability to interpret visual information. You tend to map things out spatially, so it's immediately clear to you how things work. Understanding abstract concepts is unusually easy for you and it helps that you are able to see things differently, to see multiple angles on one situation or thing.

You have a very realistic interpretation of life, but your mind is capable of complex, conceptual thought. With most things, you just know what you know and don't particularly enjoy having to explain why or how.

Here's an example of your Visual Linguist thinking skills at work in a real-life situation:

You are in the car with a friend on the way to a party. You are both trying to figure out which route to take. You are very late already, and so want to make sure you take the quickest route. Your friend is arguing that the faster route would be the highway for several miles and then side streets. You quickly realize — based on your general knowledge of the direction and distance of roads in the area — that the route she's describing would take you way out of the way. You then convince your friend of a faster route on a road (with a moderate speed limit) that goes almost directly to the party. On the way back from the party you try the other route — just to see how long it would have taken. You find that it would have taken you almost twice as long. Both of you are very glad to have followed your advice.

Your Super IQ dimensions

Now that you know about how you process information, let's drill down to see what your specific intellectual strengths are. None of the intellectual abilities is more important than any of the others. And it's your unique scores on each of these scales, that makes you an interesting addition to any group, office, or family. These intellectual strengths color your world and the way you perceive it, and also allow you to contribute your original perspective when solving problems and coming up with ideas. No one intellectual dimension can define you. It's the original combination of your intellectual strengths that makes you special.

Your top scores are in the areas of Spatial, Reasoning, and Verbal. This is a very unusual combination — only 6 in 1,000 people have it. Want more proof? Then pay attention to the percentages of people who scored higher and lower than you on each of the 8 intellectual strengths.

Want to read my full report? The link is located on the right...
Want to take the test? Click on the title

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My Personal DNA

Monday, May 22, 2006

You are a Generous Inventor.

You are an Inventor

1. Your imagination, self-reliance, openness to new things, and appreciation for utility combine to make you an INVENTOR.

2. You have the confidence to make your visions into reality, and you are willing to consider many alternatives to get that done.

3. The full spectrum of possibilities in the world intrigues you—you're not limited by pre-conceived notions of how things should be.

4. Problem-solving is a specialty of yours, owing to your persistence, curiosity, and understanding of how things work.

5. Your vision allows you to identify what's missing from a given situation, and your creativity allows you to fill in the gaps.

6. Your awareness of how things function gives you the ability to come up with new uses for common objects.

7. It is more interesting for you to pursue excitement than it is to get caught up in a routine.

8. Although understanding details is not difficult for you, you specialize in seeing the bigger picture and don't get caught up in specifics.

9. You tend to more proactive than reactive—you don't just wait for things to come to you.

10. You're not afraid to let your emotions guide you, and you're generally considerate of others' feelings as well.

11. You tend to do things on the spur of the moment, not sticking to a set schedule.

If you want to be different:

Try applying your creativity to more artistic arenas, and letting your imagination take less practical forms.

You are Generous

1. Your awareness of those around you, along with your nuanced perceptions of the world at large, makes you the GENEROUS person that you are.

2. You value time to yourself and understand how rich your private world can be—you know that you don't have to go wild to have a good time.

3. You are excited and energized by ideas and often enjoy things more through observation than through experience.

4. This tendency gives you an appreciation for different perspectives and opinions about the world.

5. Being as aware of others as you are doesn't mean you find it easy to trust them immediately—this is something that happens more slowly for you.

6. Despite this, you are aware of the complexities of many situations and are reluctant to pass judgments on others.

7. Although you have fewer friendships than some people, those that you have are meaningful and are important to you.

8. You value spending time alone—it is while reflecting on the world around you that you often learn something new about yourself or begin to understand something that's been bothering you.

9. You're not afraid to let your emotions guide you, and you're generally considerate of others' feelings as well.

10. You tend to do things on the spur of the moment, not sticking to a set schedule.

If you want to be different:

Given how attuned you are to others' thoughts and feelings, you might find that trusting people more is a way to broaden your perspective even further.

While you know how much can be learned from observing the world around you, remember that much of life can be lived by experiencing it, not just by understanding it.

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A Pisces in Love...

Pisces in Love

February 19-March 20

Pisces is the mutable water sign and very much exist in their own universe, tuned into the emotional, receptive qualities of life that most of us cannot see, touch nor feel. In love, they are dream-filled and romantic, full of enchanted visions and hopeful fantasies. They're eager to share their thoughts and reveries when they feel secure, understood and appreciated. Of all the signs, Pisces needs the most encouragement to feel true within themselves and to learn the validity of their own thoughts and needs.

They make the most delightful companions and are generally soft, gentle and easy going, especially if they have a role model to look up to within the relationship. This is a delicate balance that Pisces learns to control as they go through life as their projections onto their mate can be helpful if it encourages them to motivate their own lives and resources but can turn into tenacious co-dependency if the Pisces refuses to embrace their own lives, needs and thoughts. They can be confusing creatures never able to define their roles within the relationship and constantly turning to sources outside of the union for definition and explanation. This can slowly erode the bond between the lovers/partners as the partner.

A Pisces encouraged to find and embrace their answers within themselves and one who has learned to trust their own thoughts, feelings and perceptions make one of the most loving, sensual and devoted mates there is.

Pisces Sexuality: Pisces sexuality is always wrapped around those inner worlds they exist in and becomes an emotional experience that can take them on voyages into ecstasy and passion. But because they do exist within this world where things are nebulous, mystical and emotion oriented if they are projecting outwards to find validity of what they are seeing and feeling inside rather than combining the experience of the physical intimacy with the thoughts and dreams they can feel disappointed...or saddened. If they've learned to simply using what is inside to inspire their participation in the literal reality based world they can take their lover on their enchanted voyages with them..and create an exciting and enchanting sexual companionship.

The long term story: There is a certain amount of inner strength combined with outer strength that is needed when involved long term with a Pisces, as they must learn to become their own sources of joy, inspiration and answers. A weak mate who goes along with every Piscean whim or fantasy is as destructive as a mate who cannot see the validity of those things they are experiencing internally. One can create a union with no solidity or reality underneath of it and the other can cause the Pisces to further doubt their own truth and inner strength. At the best the Pisces brings to the relationship a touch of all that is universal and mysterious. They are dreamy, poetic and romance filled beings who make life a true sojourn through the world of feelings and passions. At worst they release any semblance of inner belief and become attached to the partner or other form of projection in an attempt to capture outside..what goes on inside.

Positive Traits in Love: Playful, friendly, spontaneous, open minded, caring, devoted, liberal, understanding, tolerant, benevolent.

Negative traits: Erratic, undependable, self oriented, cold, aloof, mean, self centered, unable to commit, judgmental, fickle.

What a Pisces likes: Romance, Feeling appreciated, Stability, Feeling needed, Mystical settings/enchantment, Being encouraged to dream, Sharing thoughts/dreams, Having their input valued, A role model, Feeling loved

What a Pisces Dislikes: Feeling vulnerable, Feeling alone/unloved, Having no goals to project towards, Feeling invalidated, Being ignoredCrude/harsh behavior, Noisy scenes/displays, Having no dreams, Having no sense of structure

Pisces Love Keywords: Mystical, enchanting, emotional, loving, devoted, reverent, creative, confused, depressed, irresponsible, goal-less, lack of motivation or push, co-dependency issues.

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Bolognese Sauce

Bolognese Sauce
serves 4

Ingredients

1 -2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 brown onion, diced
600 - 800 grams beef mince
1 bottle (400 grams) pasta/tomato sauce (NOT KETCHUP)
1-2 teaspoon tomato paste
* Red wine to taste

Herbs (to taste)
1 - 2 Bay leaf
Oregano
Basil
Salt & Pepper

Alternatively, all-purpose Italian herbs can be used. Remember that you can always add more seasoning if required but you cannot remove it if you put too much to begin with.

* Optional



(From left to right: browned onions, mince and the amount of seasoning I put in!)

Instructions

1. Heat the oil in a pot, add the onions and fry till tender. Add the beef mince and using a spatula, separate the mince till it browns evenly.

2. Add the pasta sauce and bring it to the boil. Season with the herbs and red wine.

3. Simmer for 35 mins and then add the tomato paste. Bring to the boil and dinner's ready to be served!!!

Bolognese Sauce is best served with Spaghetti, Penne and Shell pasta.

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The Chinese Zodiacs

The Restless Rat
Rat people are born under the sign of charm and aggressiveness. They are expressive and can be talkative sometimes. They like to go to parties and spend quite sometimes chatting with their friends.Although the Rat can be quiet sometime, it is rare to catch a Rat sitting quietly.

Rat people usually have more acquaintances than real friends and they revere and cherish those close to them. Once you become their real friends, they will treat you as their family. Rats are self-contained and keep problems to themselves. And even though they can be Talkative sometimes, they never confide in anyone.

Sometimes mean, narrow-minded and suburban in outlook, Rat people are nevertheless honest. They can always make a success of their lives as long as they manage to master their perpetual discontent and their insistence on living for the present moment.

The Rat is quick-witted. Most rats get more accomplished in 24 hours than the rest of us do in as many days. They are confident and usually have good instinct. Stubborn as they are, they prefer to live by their own rules rather others. In fact, it won't be an easy task to work with Rat people. Why? Simply because they are also 100% perfectionists.

They are very organized and talented; perhaps that is why the Rat makes a good businessman or politician. Unfortunately, as soon as the Rat earns money, he spends it. Maybe that explains why the Rat is so careful when he lends money to others. If you ever borrow money from the Rat, don't be surprised by the high-interests.

The Rat is not romantic, but he is sensual and loving. Rat people could be hard to see through at first glance, because they are also very protective, but even though they are not easy but they are worth it - ask anyone who has a Rat for a lover, parent, child or friend. They are very loyal and devoting to their families.

Compatibility
(1 - least compatible, 100 - most compatible)
Rat 81 - A very good match.
Ox 88 - A stable and peaceful relationship.
Tiger 70 - In order to success, both must endure.
Rabbit 47 - Not advised, they should stay away from each other.
Dragon 95 - One of the best-arranged unions.
Snake 67 - Better be friends than lovers.Horse 29 - No, no, no.
Goat 56 - Probably not.Monkey 90 - It'll be a fun and loving relationship.
Rooster 66 - Steamy, yes, but not lasting.
Dog 72 - Why not?
Pig 81 - This can work. They admire each other.

The Diligent Ox
Ox people are hard-working and persistent, they can stick at a task longer and go at it harder than anybody. They believe in themselves and tend to classify almost everything into two basic categories, bad and good. They hold up their high standards as a model and severely judge those who don't aspire to maintain these same ideals.

Ox people are not social or party animals, they tend to be quiet when in a party. Although appears to be tranquil, in fact, Oxen are ponderous but impulsive when angry. They are capable of fearsome rage; therefore, it is better not to cross Oxen.

Ox people are observant; they have remarkable memories and are good at reporting on absolutely everything they observe. Go ask an Ox if he remembers who were at the party 8 months ago, most likely, he will name them one by one to you.

In the home, the Ox is a great guy to have around. In business, the OX can succeed in the arts, a contracting business, or an estate., thanks to their creative nature. And since an Ox is intelligent and good at his hands, he can be a good surgeon as well.

Ox people are stubborn and dogmatic, they believe in their decision and will never regret. They are also very close to their families. Disappointedly, Oxen often find that those who are close to them fail to understand them. Nevertheless, they are patient, and caring and that makes the Oxen the best friend you can ever have.

Oxen are very responsible and loyal. Ox people are seldom jealous. But they will be jealous of their rights; and the fidelity of a husband or a wife is one of their rights. They are very family-oriented, conservative and faithful.

Compatibility
(1 - least compatible, 100 - most compatible)
Rat 88 - A stable and steady relationship
Ox 72 - Conservative! Mutually protect &provide
Tiger 33 - Almost impossible to make it work.
Rabbit 72 - This could work.
Dragon 52 - Don't, two of you will fight constantly.
Snake 85 - This union can be a good one.Horse 37 - Unfortunately, they are part.
Goat 56 - Probably not.
Monkey 81 - Nice. They are compatible and stable.
Rooster 86 - You are lucky enough to find each other.
Dog 62 - Difficult, but possible.
Pig 69 - why not, it worth a try.

The Powerful Tiger
"Born leader" is the key word for the Tigers. They are always in the lead and are most likely the ones to cry out "Let's Go"! Noble and Fearless, Tigers are respected for their courage, even from those working against them.

Tiger people are daring fighters, they are capable of standing up to the better end for what they think is right. Although they could be selfish from time to time in the little things, they are capable of great generosity. Tigers are unpredictable, always tense. and like to be in a hurry.

Tiger people are difficult to resist, for they are magnetic characters and their natural air of authority confers a certain prestige on them. They are tempestuous yet calm, warm-hearted yet fearsome, courageous in the face of danger yet yielding and soft in mysterious, unexpected places.

Tigers are very confident, perhaps too confident sometimes. Although they love adventures, and are addicted to excitement it is better not to challenge a Tiger's confidence. They like being obeyed and not the other way around.

Because Tigers are urgent people and always in a hurry to get things done right, they usually choose to operate alone. Tigers like to work; they are hardworking and dynamic. If you assign a task to a Tiger, the job will be undertaken and accomplished with enthusiasm and efficiency. Tigers make money, but they are not directly interested in money. Still, the Tiger needs not worry about money: just when he fears the money is gone, more seems to show up.

Tigers are sensitive, emotional. They are capable of great love, but they become too intense about it. They are also territorial and possessive, if you are a friend of a Tiger, he wants you to take his side against the bad guys and because the Tiger is so adorable, you often do. As lovers, Tigers are passionate and romantic, but the real challenge for the Tiger is to grasp the true meaning of moderation.

Compatibility
(1 - least compatible, 100 - most compatible)
Rat 65 - In order to success, both must endure.
Ox 33 - Almost impossible to make it work.
Tiger 52 - Two tigers?! Not recommended.
Rabbit 46 - Difficult. Possible convenience marriage
Dragon 76 - Despite minor difficulties, it's good for marriage.
Snake 69 - Difficult to see what they could see in each other.
Horse 86 - Why not, they have lots in commons.
Goat 24 - One of the worst combinations.
Monkey 81 - These two make eager loves.
Rooster 55 - Not a balanced relationship.
Dog 89 - Good! A balanced and harmonic relationship.
Pig 79 - They are very different, but this will work.

The Delicate Rabbit
The rabbit is one of the most delicate animals among all 12 animals. Rabbits are usually kind and sweet and of course, popular people. Nobody ignores them, for they are good company and know how to make the best of themselves.

A rabbit's home is always a beautiful one - cause the Rabbit is famous for their artistic sense and good taste. They are also usually well dressed. Go check out your Rabbit friend's closet, I bet you will find many expensive and beautiful clothing there.

But even though they are popular and loved by their friends and family, rabbit people are also pessimistic. They are conservative and insecure, and that explains why most of them don't like changes. Calm as they are, it is not easy to provoke Rabbit people. They don't like to argue and enjoy quiet, peaceful lives. They are also sentimental and compassionate. Yes, and they cry easily too. They can be moved by personal problems you share with them. Therefore, if you work as a salesman for a living, you will have much better luck with rabbit people - Nine out of Ten Rabbit people will definitely buy your products!

Call them cautious or call them timid, rabbit people will undertake nothing before they have weighed the pros and cons from every angle. And that is probably why rabbit people are doing well in their work. And yet, unless they abandon their conservative nature, and become more aggressive, they will probably live a very normal, and average life.

They can be great partners in relationships. Romantic and sweet, faithful too, rabbit people never lack of suitors. . Male rabbits are sometimes picky, and perhaps not a family man. And female rabbits should probably spend less time admiring themselves in front of the mirror and spend more time with friends.

Compatibility
(1 - least compatible, 100 - most compatible)
Rat 32 - Not compatible.
Ox 67 - This could work.
Tiger 46 - Difficult. Possible convenience marriage
Rabbit 71 - Why not? As long as they have loads of $$$.
Dragon 85 - Good team.
Snake 61 - Think again.
Horse 52 - Why not just be friends?
Goat 82 - Nice couple.
Monkey 73 - Amusing.
Rooster 55 - Well, maybe not.
Dog 77 - Fine, as long as they keep it cool.
Pig 91 - Good, very good and everything will be fine.

The Celestial Dragon
As the noble animal symbol that represents the Chinese emperors, Dragons are born leaders and masters of ceremonies. And because of this, every Chinese parent is hoping to have a Dragon child. Dragon people get things started and keep them moving. They are feisty and gifted with power and luck. Most people look up to the Dragon.

Dragons are born monarchs. As far as they can see, their power is in disputable. Dragons are idealists, perfectionists, they are born thinking they are perfect and they are inflexible. Dragons are also aggressive and determined; going after what they want is second nature to them. And due to their hunger for power, Dragons are not well suited to growing old. The prospect of losing power, the helpless feeling of youthful strength ebbing away is unbearable to them.

Irritable and stubborn, the Dragon is a real big mouth and his words often outrun his thoughts. Nevertheless, his opinions are worth listening to and his advice is always good. People do, in fact, listen to him and his influence is considerable. The Dragon is over-proud. He is enthusiastic to the point of impetuosity, and he loses his temper easily.

Dragons are dauntless, dynamic and delightful. When a Dragon enters a gathering, the room starts to simmer. The Dragon carries self-assurance so impressively and an inflated ego so visible and a mouth so loud that it is useless to try to tell him anything. Dragons are tyrannical. They hate orders except when they are giving them. Unlike the Tiger, who imposes his will seriously and firmly, the Ox, whose authority is implied in his very stern demeanour, or the Rat, who thrusts his dominion over others, the Dragon knows innately how to exert authority yet be gentle with his slaves. Dragons are terrible snobs. Although money is not always the object, they are slavishly impressed by wealth, prestige, rank and splendour.

The Dragon is gifted, intelligent, tenacious, willing and generous. He can do anything. No matter whether the Dragon chooses an artistic career, medical or political one, he is going to shine in it. He will be a success wherever he goes.The Dragon is often loved. He is never disappointed in love. In fact, he is frequently the cause of some drama of despair. The women of this sign are surrounded by admirers and often demanded in marriage.

Compatibility
(1 - least compatible, 100 - most compatible)
Rat 95 - One of the best-arranged unions.
Ox 48 - Don't, two of you will fight constantly.
Tiger 76 - Despite minor difficulties, it's good for marriage.
Rabbit 85 - Good team.
Dragon 34 - They'll always compete against each other.
Snake 63 - This might work.
Horse 57 - Love at first sight, but will go downhill.
Goat 74 - A sound and stable relationship.
Monkey 82 - Despite the differences, they'll do just fine.
Rooster 72 - Balanced but not passionate.
Dog 55 - With reservation. The dog might suffer.
Pig 87 - An excellent match.

The Diplomatic Snake
Snakes have always been the seducers of human beings. If you know the story of "The White Snake", you will understand what I mean. In reality, Snake people are born charming and popular. Snakes are spotlight magnets, and they will not be ignored. Peer group attention and public recognition are the least of what he expects. Yet Snakes are never noisy or deliberately outspoken, and they have excellent manners.

Unlike the Snake who seduced Eve to sin, the astrological Snake, is not a devil, not even a little demon. The Snake is a nice oversexed normal human being. Determined to follow through anything he undertakes to the bitter end, the Snake detests being left in the air. He makes his decisions quickly and firmly.

Most people are secretly or hopelessly in love with Snakes. Gather those frustrated folk you know and most likely, they are probably in love with a Snake. Irresistible as they seem, the Snake never wastes time in idle gossip. He thinks often and deeply. He is an intellectual, a philosopher and a cerebral person. Snake people rely heavily on first impressions, on their own feelings, on their sympathies, rather than on facts, on the advice and opinions on others. He seems to have a kind of sixth sense in this way.

Snakes are a bit tight when it comes to lending money, though his sympathy for others often leads him to offer help. The fatal flaw in his character is, in fact, a tendency to exaggerate - in helping friends as with everything else. If he does somebody a favour, he becomes possessive towards him in an odd way.

Another big flaw in a Snake's character is that, they are capable of biggie lies. White lies, true lies, whatever they call them, though they don't lie often, they do lie when they feel they can get away from it.

In money matters, the Snake has good luck: he doesn't have to worry - he'll always be able to lay his hand on money when he needs it. Generally, Snakes are careful but generous with friends and family. The Snake should stick to careers that won't involve him in any risk - even the risk of working too hard, for to tell the truth, the Snake is a bit lazy.In love, the Snake male is romantic and charming. He has a sense of humour and the female is usually beautiful and successful. but if a Snake chooses a partner, he'll be jealous and possessive - even if he no longer loves her. Rejection is the worst blow his delicate ego can suffer. The Snake must be received, welcomed, accepted and approved by those with whom he comes in contact. They need a lot of security.

Compatibility
(1 - least compatible, 100 - most compatible)
Rat 67 - Better to be friends than lovers.
Ox 85 - This union can be a good one.
Tiger 67 - Difficult to see what they could see in each other.
Rabbit 61 - Think again.
Dragon 63 - This might work.
Snake 51 - Complicated drama, better avoid.
Horse 75 - These two are strongly attracted to each other.
Goat 69 - This might work.
Monkey 57 - Perhaps, it depends on the monkey.
Rooster 90 - A love connection, Omens favourable.
Dog 67 - This could work.
Pig 45 - The Pig can never please the Snake.

The Productive Horse
Horse people are active and energetic. They have plenty of sex appeal and know how to dress. Horses love to be in the crowd, maybe that is why they can usually be seen in such occasions like concerts, theatres, meetings, sporting occasions, and of course, parties.

The horse is very quick-witted and is right in there with you before you have had the chance to finish what you are saying: he's on to the thought in your mind even before you've expressed it. In general, the Horse is gifted. But in truth he is really more cunning than intelligent - and he knows that. That is probably why most of the horse people lack confidence.

Chinese believe that because horses are born to race or travel, all Horse people invariably leave home young. The Horse despises being pressured to act for the good of the group or made to feel guilty. No matter how integrated he seems to be, a Horse's inner self remains powerfully rebellious. Although they have boundless energy and ambition, Horses have a hard time belonging.

The Horse is hot-blooded, hot headed and impatient. He is a bit of an egoist, well, selfish sometimes, that it is rare for him to interest himself in any problems except his own. And though this egoist works only for himself and for his own success, his work nevertheless benefits everybody.

The Horse is a worker, adepts at handling money and a good financier. But unfortunately, he is also famous for suddenly losing interest on something. In his relationship with opposite sex, the Horse is weak. He will give up everything for love.

Being born a Horse, there are many contradictions in his character. Horses are proud yet sweet natured, arrogant yet oddly modest in their approach to love, envious but tolerant, conceited yet humble. They want to belong; yet they are burdened by their need for independence. They need love and crave intimacy yet often feel cornered, pressured. But the truth is, the Horse is an individual, who depends only on his wits and his labour to get what he wants.

Compatibility
(1 - least compatible, 100 - most compatible)
Rat 29 - No, no, no.Ox 37 - Unfortunately, they will part.
Tiger 86 - Good, they have lots in common.
Rabbit 52 - Why not just be friends?
Dragon 63 - Steamy, but will not last.
Snake 78 - These two are strongly attracted to each other.
Horse 70 - Better hide your egoism.
Goat 82 - Good, they won't bore each other.
Monkey 31 - Not advised.
Rooster 58 - If they must, but not recommended.
Dog 92 - A happy couple.
Pig 75 - This relationship worth a try.

The Gentle Goat
Sheep people are elegant, charming, artistic, gifted and fond of nature. People born under this sign are also the most creative. They are also very delicate, their good manners and charms always bring many admirers and friends. Sheep people are insecure. They need to feel loved and protected. They are easily drawn into complex predicaments. This being, so, they usually shy from confrontation, pull back when faced with heavy decision-making and blatantly refuse to take an unpopular stand in a conflict.

Sheep people are dreamers, sometimes; they are pessimistic, hesitant and over-anxious worriers! They can be lazy sometimes. If Sheep people have any choices, they would definitely choose to marry a wealthy person and sit back for the rest of the lives. Also, they are obsessed with their appearance. That plays an enormous part in their sense of personal stability. If they don't look their best, they may be afraid to go out the door to pick up the Sunday papers.

Due to their indecisive nature, Sheep people like to study the esoteric to know more about the unknown. They enjoy reading books about horoscope and fortune telling. Therefore, it will not be unusual to find Sheep people working as astrologers or fortune-tellers.

Disorganized as they are, business is definitely not the strength in a Sheep. Instead, the Sheep will make a good craftsman or artist or writer and can confidently take up any career demanding artistic talents and creativities.

Sheep people are very romantic sensitive, sweet and darling. In relationship, they could be sometimes a little bit bossy and lazy, but with their gentle and caring nature, it will be hard to resist Sheep people.

Compatibility
(1 - least compatible, 100 - most compatible)
Rat 56 - Probably not.
Ox 45 - Why not just be friends.
Tiger 24 - One of the worst combinations.
Rabbit 82 - Nice couple. They'll be happy.
Dragon 74 - A sound and stable relationship.
Snake 69 - This might work.
Horse 82 - Good, they won't bore each other.
Goat 52 - Better avoid.
Monkey 71 - Oh, well, why not?!
Rooster 42 - They'll be unhappy, even they pretend.
Dog 62 - Difficult, but possible.
Pig 98 - One of the happiest possible combinations.

The Merry Monkey
Monkeys are fun and loving persons who are always cheerful and energetic. They are very clever. Give a monkey a boring book to read and he'll turn it into a Musical. Better yet, he'll invite everyone to see it free! That's how talented, creative and generous monkeys usually are.

If you go to a party, you'll find Monkeys at the centre of attention. Their charm and humour is the key to their popularity. Sociable and diplomatic as they may appear, they can be deceptive sometimes – they hide their opinions of others beneath their friendliness. But they don't hide their emotion. You can probably tell how a monkey is feeling from miles away - he wants everyone to know how happy or depressed he is.

Monkey people are very good at problem solving. Wherever you are, whoever you may be, if you've got a problem pick up the phone and dial-a-Monkey. Monkeys know how to listen closely and work out solutions at the same time. And because Monkeys' curiosity, they usually have a great thirst for knowledge. Still they have few scruples - they could be unreasonable sometimes, and they have the ability to persuade themselves and everyone around them to believe that they are doing the right things. Some say monkeys are self-centred, some say they are opportunistic, some say they are guileful, but monkeys couldn't care less - because they are alsoindifferent.

The monkey has a good chance of becoming famous or well known. Whatever he does, his charm and luck will make him successful. As friends, Monkeys are both loyal and devoted, as lovers, they can be passionate and yet flighty - they can fall easily in love but will get tired of the relationship and look for another.

Most Monkeys have one fetish - FOOD. They are not pigs, they don't stuff themselves with food, instead, they just have this habit of eating snacks whenever they like, and wherever they like. And one last truth about monkey people is, they adore bananas. Go visit your monkey friend's kitchen, I bet you will find some bananas there.

Compatibility
(1 - least compatible, 100 - most compatible)
Rat 90 - One of the best combinations.
Ox 74 - Nice. They are compatible and stable.
Tiger 81 - These two make eager loves.
Rabbit 73 - Amusing.
Dragon 82 - Despite the differences, they'll do just fine.
Snake 57 - Perhaps, it depends on the monkey.
Horse 31 - Not advised.
Goat 65 - Oh well, why not?!
Monkey 85 - Great companions and total complicity.
Rooster 72 - Probably, who knows
Dog 67 - With reservation. The dog might suffer.
Pig 81 - This could work. They admire each other.

The Enthusiastic Rooster
Rooster people are very observant. And most of the time, they are very accurate and precise with their observation. Perhaps, you can say that Roosters have a very keen "sixth-sense". With Roosters, what you see is exactly what you get. There are no hidden depths to the Rooster's character: he is neither complicated nor profound; rather, he is very forthright and straightforward.

The rooster likes to be noticed and flattered. He might dress a little flashily with this in mind, but in his heart, he is completely conservative. Roosters always appear attractive and beautifully turned out. They are sociable and love to receive attention.

Believe it or not, it is not an easy task to fool the Rooster. His mind is cautious and sceptical, with this perceptive gift; Roosters make excellent troubleshooters, detectives, doctors, nurses and psychiatrists. Roosters are always up, out and doing. You rarely see a relaxed rooster that sits quietly in the living room, doing nothing. They are also multitalented, and can become accomplished in many different ways.

All Roosters are extremely conscious about clothing and appearance. They may appear conservative but are obsessed with their look - they can spend hours standing in front of the mirrors and will not even wink when they spend $500 for a dress. That doesn't mean they don't care about money, in fact, they love to compare prices and even if the bargain is only few cents or few dollars cheaper, they will be satisfied.

Though sharp, practical and resourceful, the Rooster also likes to dream. And because he likes to dream, he will disappointed the loved one, for the reality will never match up to the dreams he would like to share with her. Nevertheless, he really is sincere about those dreams though.Rooster people make great hosts and adore entertaining. The main virtue in the Rooster character is loyalty: they make devoted friends. They always keep their promises and are always true to their word. When Roosters love and admire someone, they will even catch the moon just to keep them happy.

Compatibility
(1 - least compatible, 100 - most compatible)
Rat 66 - Steamy, yes, but not lasting.
Ox 86 - You are lucky enough to find each other.
Tiger 55 - Not a balanced relationship.
Rabbit 53 - Well, maybe not.
Dragon 72 - Balanced but not passionate.
Snake 90 - A love connection. Omens favourable.
Horse 58 - If they must, but not recommended.
Goat 42 - They'll be unhappy, even they pretend.
Monkey 75 - Probably, who knows?
Rooster 33 - It will be a miracle if it works!
Dog 63 - Only if it's absolutely necessary.
Pig 81 - The Pig is patient, it could work.

The Dutiful Dog
Dog people are honest, faithful and sincere. They respect tradition and value honour, and enjoy helping people. The Dog is very righteous, and always is the first to speak out against injustice. He is not good at socializing with friends, and rarely shines in company, but he is intelligent, caring and a good listener.

Loyal, faithful and honest, he has the most profound sense of duty. You can count on him and he'll never let you down. And as a good listener, the Dog is also very reliable in keeping secrets for others. He simply doesn't like to gossip.

The Dog is an agreeable companion - when he is in a good mood. But when panic strikes, he can turn nasty, and bark till he is tired. He can be judgmental, defensive and picky if you rub him the wrong way, but as long as you know how to pet and massage him, the Dog makes absolutely the best and most honourable companion on earth.

Dogs are born old and get younger as they age. They take everything very serious. You may hear the Dog complains a lot about street lamps, about traffic, or about weather, but as he gets older, the less he takes his owncriticisms seriously.

The loyal Dog makes a splendid captain of industry, a priest, an educator, a critic, or a doctor. But whatever his career, it'll have in him a spokesman whose ideals will be profound and often original.

When the fear becomes reality, Dogs go a little crazy. The Dog enters a relationship where he is the giver and the partner is the taker. He is usually very generous and loyal, and in love, he is honest and straightforward. But he will have romantic problems all his life - it's his own fault, really: he leads himself by his emotional in stability and his eternal anxiety. He is a worrier.

Compatibility
(1 - least compatible, 100 - most compatible)
Rat 72 - Why not?OX 62 - Difficult, but possible.
Tiger 89 - Good! A balanced and harmonic relationship.
Rabbit 77 - Fine, as long as they keep it cool.
Dragon 62 - Think again.
Snake 67 - This could work.
Horse 92 - A happy couple.
Goat 62 Difficult, but possible.
Monkey 67 - With reservation. The dog might suffer.
Rooster 63 - Only if it's absolutely necessary.
Dog 62 - Difficult, but possible.
Pig 84 - They share their thoughts and feelings.

The Chivalrous Pig
Pigs are models of sincerity, purity, tolerance, and honour. When you first meet them, Pigs seem too good to be true. They are careful and caring, obliging and chivalrous. Put your trust in him, he won't let you down and he will never try to. The Pigs simply want to do everything right.

Pigs are the people everyone admires most. Make a list of the Pigs in your life: aren't they the nicest, most loving and scrupulously caring people around?

Pigs are born to give, to yield and to serve. Frankly speaking, most people take advantage of this Pig nature. Also, not only are Pigs easy to fool, they like it that way too. No matter how old they get, Pig people still only see and believe that all men/women are basically good. Pig people constantly sacrifice their own happiness and comfort for the sake of somebody else.

The Pig is a splendid companion. If you have a lifetime Pig friend, don't think that your worries are over. Pigs are loyal, faithful and giving - only as long as they approve of you. In order to keep your lifetime Piggy friend, remember, never try to force your opinions on a Pig - A Pig rarely asks for help and cannot graciously accept it.

The Pig doesn't say much - but when he does decide to speak, suddenly, nothing can stop him until he runs out of subjects. Like the Monkey, the Pig is intellectual - a character with a great thirst for knowledge.

Some people claim that Pigs are snobbish. Manners, breeding and good taste are of enormous importance to them. In fact, pigs are aesthetic. Pigs are born with an excellent nose for style in everything. Food is another of Piggy's little sins. Pigs adore food, and after-dinner chocolates. The Pig often over-eats, but he eats with good taste.

In a relationship, Pig people are sensitive, sweet but naive, and caring. They are romantic and certainly are the marriage-type. But on the other hand, Pigs are also possessive, jealous and exclusive.

Compatibility
(1 - least compatible, 100 - most compatible)
Rat 88 - These two make marvellous mates
Ox 69 - Why not, it worth a try.
Tiger 77 - They are very different, but this will work.
Rabbit 91 - Very compatible. Everything will be good.
Dragon 94 - Most Dragon/Pig marriages last forever.
Snake 45 - The Pig can never please the Snake.
Horse 75 - This relationship worth a try.
Goat 98 - One of the happiest possible combinations.
Monkey 81 - This could work. They admire each other.
Rooster 72 - The Pig is patient, this could work.
Dog 84 - They share their thoughts and feeling.
Pig 92 - An excellent match.

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