There are actually many predictions but I really don't know. I'm praying--and I'm hopeful that--it will be a better year for me, for my family, and for everyone. I don't think the Lord will refuse a faithful man with a contrite heart.
About the Fire Monkey
When does it start? The new year, according to the Chinese calendar, begins on 8 February and ends 27 January 2017
Why 'Fire Monkey'? Each year is associated with a Chinese zodiac animal sign, as well as one of the five vital elements: Gold, Water, Wood, Fire or Earth
What's special about people born in this year? They are ambitious and adventurous, but irritable according to chinahighlights.com
Characteristics
Strengths include being sociable, innovative, enthusiastic and self-assured
Character weaknesses include being suspicious, cunning, selfish, arrogant - and even jealous
Lucky charms for fire monkeys
Numbers: 4 and 9
Days: The 14th and 28th of any Chinese lunar calendar month
Colours: White
Flowers: Chrysanthemum
Directions: North
Months: The Chinese lunar months 8 and 12
And if you're wondering why the different CNY greetings, here's what I have researched:
1. 新年好 / 新年好 (Xīnnián hǎo)
'New Year goodness!'
In Mandarin: /sshin-nyen haoww/
In Cantonese: /sen-nin haow/
2. 恭喜发财 / 恭喜發財 (Gōngxǐ fācái)
'Happiness and prosperity!'
In Mandarin: /gong-sshee faa-tseye/
In Cantonese: Kunghei fatchoy /gong-hey faa-chwhy/
3. 步步高升 / 步步高陞 (Bùbù gāoshēng)
A steady rise to high places! — "on the up and up"
In Mandarin: /boo-boo gaoww-shnng /
In Cantonese: /boh-boh goh-sshin /
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Now, since it's my year, we celebrated it simply.
Gong Xi Fa Cai!!!
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