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Title: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: flammableBen on Monday, January 26, 2009, 13:34:38
We should ditch Christmas and get on the Chinese New Year bandwagon. I believe in China more than Jesus.


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, January 26, 2009, 13:37:18
I dont like chinese food though?


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: flammableBen on Monday, January 26, 2009, 13:39:15
I propose that we celebrate it with our own food.

It's not as if we eat ancient middle eastern cuisine to celebrate Christmas.


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: flammableBen on Monday, January 26, 2009, 13:43:05
To be honest I just want to dress up as a dragon and set off fireworks.


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, January 26, 2009, 13:44:20
OK well that bit sounds fun??? I have some chopsticks on my desk someone sent me them in the post this morning - would you like them?


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: flammableBen on Monday, January 26, 2009, 13:47:13
I think I'm covered for chopsticks

I might eat my breakfast with them to celebrate.


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, January 26, 2009, 13:50:20
hmmm thats a fun idea - I missed this oppitunity as I have already had breakfast a snack and lunch! I think I have a worm today


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: flammableBen on Monday, January 26, 2009, 13:51:45
I'm starving but can't be arsed to make stuff. Infact I may now be too hungry to get myself something to eat. argh.


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: flammableBen on Monday, January 26, 2009, 14:26:38
It's a race against time, will my baguette be ready before I succumb to the hunger.

This must how those africans people on comic relief feel like.


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, January 26, 2009, 14:41:47
Ben = [url width=96 height=96]http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e99/Jamiesfuturewife/starvinmarvin.jpg[/url]


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: Samdy Gray on Monday, January 26, 2009, 15:04:45
It's the year of the Ox fact fans.


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: flammableBen on Monday, January 26, 2009, 15:21:34
I was born in the year of the rat. The rat is the best one.


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: Bogus Dave on Monday, January 26, 2009, 15:29:18
Horse>Rat


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: flammableBen on Monday, January 26, 2009, 15:30:58
That's just not true I'm afraid dave. Do you know nothing about Chinese mythology?


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: Rich Pullen on Monday, January 26, 2009, 15:31:40
I was born in the Year of the Pig... and proud of it :D


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: Sippo on Monday, January 26, 2009, 15:31:56
Monkey is the bestest.


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: leefer on Monday, January 26, 2009, 15:38:37
http://www1.worldlingo.com/en/products_services/worldlingo_translator.html


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Monday, January 26, 2009, 16:09:47
Tiger.

Grooowwl.


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: Luci on Monday, January 26, 2009, 16:50:39
Tiger.

Grooowwl.

Snap!

Tigers are said to be bold and adventurous, and are bestowed with initiative and charm. However, they have a tendency to be risk takers, making them act before they think about the consequences. They tend to make good bosses, explorers or racing drivers.

Famous people born in the Year Of The Tiger:
David Bailey, Michael Ball, Stanley Baxter, Chuck Berry, Richard Branson, Mel Brooks, Tom Cruise, Jodie Foster, Elliot Gould, Harriet Harman, Timothy Mo, Bruce Oldfield, Lord David Owen, Jonathan Porrit, Oliver Reed, John Schlesinger, Pam Shriver, Pamela Stephenson.


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: flammableBen on Monday, January 26, 2009, 16:53:34
Being the first sign of the Chinese zodiac, rats are leaders, pioneers and conquerors. They are charming, passionate, determined, tenacious, intelligent, attractive, seductive, charismatic, practical and hardworking. Rat people are endowed with great leadership skills and are the most highly organized, meticulous, militaristic, and systematic of the twelve signs. Intelligent and cunning at the same time, rats are highly ambitious and strong-willed people who are keen and unapologetic promoters of their own agendas, which often include power, wealth, and status. They are energetic and versatile and can usually find their way around obstacles, and adapt to various environments easily, making them achievers of great accomplishments. Quick-witted and sharp-tongued, Rats enjoy arguing, debating, and contesting other people's opinions. They are forthright, sometimes even tactless, but the Rat's natural charm and sharp demeanor make it an appealing friend for almost anyone, but rats are usually highly exclusive and selective when choosing friends and so often have only a few very close friends whom they trust. The Rat will treat its most loyal friends with an extra measure of protection and generosity. However, they also have long memories and will rarely forgive or forget an enemy.



Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: Luci on Monday, January 26, 2009, 17:09:44
Thats like reading one of Leefers posts!  The format not the content :D (No offence Leefer  :))


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: flammableBen on Monday, January 26, 2009, 17:18:18
Being the first sign of the Chinese zodiac, rats are leaders, pioneers and conquerors. They are charming, passionate, determined, tenacious, intelligent, attractive, seductive, charismatic, practical and hardworking.

Rat people are endowed with great leadership skills and are the most highly organized, meticulous, militaristic, and systematic of the twelve signs.

Intelligent and cunning at the same time, rats are highly ambitious and strong-willed people who are keen and unapologetic promoters of their own agendas, which often include power, wealth, and status. They are energetic and versatile and can usually find their way around obstacles, and adapt to various environments easily, making them achievers of great accomplishments.

Quick-witted and sharp-tongued, Rats enjoy arguing, debating, and contesting other people's opinions. They are forthright, sometimes even tactless, but the Rat's natural charm and sharp demeanor make it an appealing friend for almost anyone, but rats are usually highly exclusive and selective when choosing friends and so often have only a few very close friends whom they trust.

The Rat will treat its most loyal friends with an extra measure of protection and generosity. However, they also have long memories and will rarely forgive or forget an enemy.




Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: axs on Monday, January 26, 2009, 17:31:48
Monkey is the bestest.

I think I'm a monkey too.


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: herthab on Monday, January 26, 2009, 17:41:35
Dragon.


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: BANGKOK RED on Monday, January 26, 2009, 18:51:53
My misses is a dragon, she is very pretty though.

Anyways, the year of the Ox is supposed to be a year of opportunity. I think that could well be true as many this year will have the opportunity to find embark upon a new career.


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: donkey on Monday, January 26, 2009, 19:32:18
Tiger uber alles...just live with it, folks.

Luci, Bangkok and me...like the three musketeers (or something)...


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: Samdy Gray on Monday, January 26, 2009, 19:35:52
I too was born in the year of The Tiger. It is indeed the best Chinese Zodiac.


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: oxford_fan on Monday, January 26, 2009, 19:38:49
It's the year of the Ox! I'm an Ox. And an Oxford fan. And I live in Oxford. And I love Oxes. Have you ever seen an ox? I've seen some wildlife in my time (rhinos etc), but never an Ox. Ox Ox Ox. Ox.


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: donkey on Monday, January 26, 2009, 20:03:55
I too was born in the year of The Tiger. It is indeed the best Chinese Zodiac.

You alright, D'Artagnan?


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: Simon Pieman on Monday, January 26, 2009, 20:09:35
The year of the rat is where it is at.


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: larwood on Monday, January 26, 2009, 20:16:59
I think I'm a monkey too.
Yes you are, cause i am and we were born in the same year  :)


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: axs on Monday, January 26, 2009, 20:44:40
Monkeys rule.


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: Miss Angry on Monday, January 26, 2009, 20:50:13
im a goat, id rather be something a bit cooler though


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: axs on Monday, January 26, 2009, 20:51:37
Like a Monkey. They're cool.


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: Miss Angry on Monday, January 26, 2009, 20:52:28
do you want to swap?


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: pumbaa on Monday, January 26, 2009, 20:53:42
Hah, Rooster. Beat that!


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: axs on Monday, January 26, 2009, 20:54:11
Nah, in the immortal words of Paul Simon, 'I'd rather be a Monkey than a goat'.


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: herthab on Tuesday, January 27, 2009, 06:29:18
There can be no argument.

The Dragon pisses all over everyone.



Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: Bennett on Tuesday, January 27, 2009, 07:49:50
Hah, Rooster. Beat that!

ditto


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Tuesday, January 27, 2009, 11:07:21
I dont know - how can I find out??? would I be the same as Larwood and Axs or are they a wincy bit older than me?


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: Danjackson10 on Tuesday, January 27, 2009, 11:14:15
I am a boar! grrrrrr


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: Simon Pieman on Tuesday, January 27, 2009, 13:34:21
I dont know - how can I find out??? would I be the same as Larwood and Axs or are they a wincy bit older than me?

Get you google skills into action. Search for Chinese years and there should be alist of years and what Chinese zodiac represents each year. Obviously the year you were born is the Chinese year you're looking for.


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: STFC4LIFE on Tuesday, January 27, 2009, 14:14:37
Rat   1924  1936  1948  1960  1972  1984  1996 
Ox    1925  1937  1949  1961  1973  1985  1997 
Tiger    1926  1938  1950  1962  1974  1986  1998 
Rabbit    1927  1939  1951  1963  1975  1987  1999 
Dragon    1928  1940  1952  1964  1976  1988  2000 
Snake    1929  1941  1953  1965  1977  1989  2001 
Horse    1930  1942  1954  1966  1978  1990  2002 
Sheep    1931  1943  1955  1967  1979  1991  2003 
Monkey    1932  1944  1956  1968  1980  1992  2004 
Rooster    1933  1945  1957  1969  1981  1993  2005 
Dog    1934  1946  1958  1970  1982  1994  2006 
Boar    1935  1947  1959  1971  1983  1995  2007


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: flammableBen on Tuesday, January 27, 2009, 14:24:51
It might be the year before if you're born in jan/feb


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Tuesday, January 27, 2009, 14:27:21
SO I could be a Rooster or a monkey?


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: Sussex on Tuesday, January 27, 2009, 15:01:21
Tiger. Is nobody a dog?


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: axs on Tuesday, January 27, 2009, 16:51:56
You are a rooster, your birthday was before the new year.


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Tuesday, January 27, 2009, 17:00:51
lush sqwarky and annoying


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: donkey on Tuesday, January 27, 2009, 17:07:19
The tiger could eat all the others..so wins.  End of.


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: axs on Tuesday, January 27, 2009, 17:09:25
not if the monkey spunks in the tiger's eyes.


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: nevillew on Tuesday, January 27, 2009, 17:12:28
not if the monkey spunks in the tiger's eyes.

Or the rabbit gets stuck in its throat.


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: donkey on Tuesday, January 27, 2009, 17:26:00
Or the rabbit gets stuck in its throat.

Had a lovely rabbit lasagne in Budapest a couple of years ago...yum.


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: Sussex on Tuesday, January 27, 2009, 17:33:45
You are a rooster, your birthday was before the new year.

Wiki says: Jan 23 1974–Feb 10 1975 Yang Wood 甲 寅 Tiger

Probably wrong mind. Meh, it's only an animal.  :)


Title: Re: Happy Chinese New Year
Post by: axs on Tuesday, January 27, 2009, 23:37:41
I was replying to JFW though.