Lunar New Year
Page 12 n THE ASIAN REPORTER
February 4, 2019
Year of the Pig forecasts
To find out what sign and element apply to you,
turn to page 16 and look up your date of birth.
By Madame Mingmei
Special to The Asian Reporter
The Rat
The Year of the Pig is looking to be full of good fortune
and accomplishment for honest, patient, and practical
Rats. Many Rats may find clear
direction through transition
during the Earth Pig year.
When change occurs, remember
to stay open-minded and be
sure to investigate all new ideas
and possibilities as you await
your year in 2020.
n Metal Rat: For Metal Rats, the Year of the Pig will be
packed full of activities.
n Water Rat: Be sure to set clear goals to yield good
results.
n Wood Rat: The Pig Year will bring new adventures
and experiences to Wood Rats.
n Fire Rat: The year should be full of good decisions if
Fire Rats remain practical.
n Earth Rat: An opportunity to improve your life may
present itself.
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Pig. Adjustments may affect
personal
and
professional
aspects of your life. During the
year, clear-thinking, confident,
and
diligent
Oxen
may
encounter much-needed peace
and quiet. Remember to sow
seeds
to
nurture
future
relationships and partnerships.
n Metal Ox: Set new goals — big or small — throughout
the year.
n Water Ox: Remember that without clear targets, not
much will be accomplished.
n Wood Ox: The year 2019, Wood Ox, will be a year you
need to work hard.
n Fire Ox: Always give your best to make each day a lit-
tle better for those around you.
n Earth Ox: The Year of the Pig is one to get a lot of
sleep, which will help keep you happy.
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The Tiger
The 2019 Pig Year should be a
good one if you take time to care
for your health. It may also
bring opportunities for educa-
tion and development. Ambi-
tious, determined, and open-
minded Tigers will have many
chances to learn, understand,
The Ox
The Ox will undergo some change during the Year of the
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The Rabbit
Relationships and partnerships should be a focus for
the principled, diplomatic, and intelligent Rabbit. The
year will highlight community
involvement and important
talks about your future. Also re-
member to check in frequently
with friends and family.
n Metal Rabbit: Don’t be
timid during the Year of the Pig.
Give to others unselfishly.
n Water Rabbit: Water Rabbits will take on a new pro-
ject this year; try not to be indecisive.
n Wood Rabbit: An important decision will descend
upon you this year; seek advice if needed.
n Fire Rabbit: Focusing on good health is an impor-
tant goal during the Pig Year.
n Earth Rabbit: A chance to travel will present itself;
set aside some money for the trip.
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and explore new things this year.
n Metal Tiger: Look deep to find passion in your hob-
bies and career.
n Water Tiger: Focus, Water Tigers, on personal rela-
tionships.
n Wood Tiger: Become a better listener during the
coming Year of the Pig.
n Fire Tiger: Remember to be kind to others and put
your best paw forward.
n Earth Tiger: Health and wellness should be a
priority for Earth Tigers during the Pig Year.
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PORTLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS
After a tough Year of the Dog, the Year of the Pig will
bring unexpected change, nonconformist ideas, and good
news. Energetic, sincere, and
self-sufficient Dragons should
feel free to express opinions and
consider serious commitments.
The year may present many
new responsibilities.
n Metal Dragon: Meeting
problems head on this year will
help put your life in order.
n Water Dragon: Remember to stay in touch with fam-
ily and friends while pursuing spiritual development.
n Wood Dragon: Luck is on your side this year; take on
an unforeseen task.
n Fire Dragon: Make time to focus on a hobby that
you’ve neglected.
Continued on page 14
chinese new year
year of the pig
February 5-19, 2019
year of the pig
events include
• Lion Dances every weekend
• Dramatic Lantern Sculptures
• Meet Shadow, “the friendliest pig
in town” from the N W Miniature
Pig Association
• Children’s Performances
• Feng Shui Talks
• Kid’s Activities
• Martial Arts Demonstrations
and more!
PERSO N A L TO U RS AVA ILA BLE
Sup p o rte d in p art b y g rants fro m:
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See a complete schedule of
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Found ation
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