| The Rooster is traditionally considered to be a | | | | are surrounded by others, at a small party or a |
| favourable sign. His crow signals the break of | | | | large social gathering, in some way enjoying the |
| dawn and the beginning of a fresh start, driving | | | | spotlight. A Rooster will either like you, or he |
| away the ghosts and evil spirits of the night. He is | | | | won't - there's no middle road. Although they are |
| the only creature of the Chinese zodiac with | | | | vocal with opinions and ideas, Roosters are pretty |
| wings and, as such, is regarded as the messenger | | | | tight-lipped about their personal emotions and |
| that connects the two worlds of heaven and | | | | feelings and rarely wear their hearts on their |
| earth. | | | | sleeves. They are intensely private people. |
| He has five virtues: knowledge, military expertise, | | | | East meets West |
| courage, benevolence and credibility. His crest, | | | | The upfront Aries Rooster is blunt, yet witty, |
| `kwan'', means coronet, and represents the pen, | | | | unafraid of criticism and fond of sharing his points |
| the symbol of knowledge, while his claw | | | | of view. Honest and trustworthy, this Rooster |
| symbolises the sword of military skills. When | | | | expects the same of others. |
| confronted by an enemy, the courageous | | | | The hard-working Taurus Rooster is motivated, |
| Rooster fights till the end without retreat. When | | | | industrious and reliable and finishes what he starts, |
| he finds food he shares it to show his | | | | but must learn to relax more. |
| benevolence and he demonstrates his credibility | | | | The sharp-minded Gemini Rooster is an efficient |
| by never failing to crow on time. | | | | organiser who loves a good, solid debate, often |
| 2005 is the year of the Green Wooden Rooster. | | | | on political or environmental issues. |
| Green is the colour of hope, of Spring, and of | | | | The loving Cancer Rooster is a kindly and sweet |
| Youth, so this year will be exceptionally good for | | | | individual who enjoys the company of friends, |
| the application of scientific achievements to | | | | family and animal companions. But beware if he |
| production and new creative work. Wood | | | | shows his claws! |
| symbolises family values and astrologers say the | | | | The flamboyant Leo Rooster is full of energy and |
| family will constitute an integral part of | | | | charisma but also deeply sincere and |
| everyone"s life this year. Practicality, business | | | | compassionate. |
| attitude and diligence will be valued highly and | | | | The logical Virgo Rooster, although extremely |
| those who pay attention to even the slightest | | | | efficient at completing tasks too difficult for |
| details will achieve remarkable heights | | | | others, may sometimes be too detail-oriented. |
| The Rooster is a very fertile bird, so tradition tells | | | | The organised Libra Rooster is sophisticated and |
| us that this will be the best time to find your true | | | | urbane, admired for his good taste and attractive |
| love and form a family of your own. Roosters | | | | appearance. |
| are also communal creatures so 2005 promises to | | | | The determined Scorpio Rooster is a motivated |
| be a lucky one for joint ventures. Astrology | | | | goal-setter who hides his deep emotions. |
| suggests we should sign as many business | | | | The open-hearted Sagittiraius Rooster is a likeable |
| contracts as possible and form new partnerships | | | | free spirit, honest and down to earth with a |
| in the upcoming year. However, no matter the | | | | tendency to sometimes put his foot in his mouth. |
| business, family interests should always come | | | | The practical Capricorn Rooster wants to |
| first! | | | | succeed, and his intellect and drive make him |
| The Rooster Person. Those born in rooster years | | | | want to be in charge. |
| are described as having a strong desire to be | | | | The non-conformist Aquarius Rooster is creative |
| constantly at the centre of attention. Cheery, | | | | and clever but needs motivation. |
| sharp and humorous, the magnificent Rooster will | | | | The sensitive Pisces Rooster is just as stubborn, |
| never pass up an opportunity to recount his | | | | yet not as blunt as other Roosters. He considers |
| adventures and specify his accomplishments. He is | | | | the feelings of others and avoids confrontation or |
| a flamboyant personality, feisty and obstinate, the | | | | discord. |
| proud extrovert who loves to strut his stuff. | | | | Whatever Rooster you may be, whatever animal |
| Outwardly confident, the Rooster is also a | | | | of the Chinese zodiac you are, this year of 2005 |
| trustworthy, hardworking individual who speaks | | | | will bring creativity, diligence and family strengths |
| frankly with no qualms or reservations. | | | | to the fore. The official day of the New Year is 9 |
| Roosters are very loyal. They detest dishonesty | | | | February, the Tiger month, make sure you wear |
| or mockery of any sort for they are direct and | | | | something green and don't, whatever you do, eat |
| honest people who expect those around them to | | | | fowl on that day. |
| be the same. Roosters are happiest when they | | | | Sun nien fai lok ! Gung hay fat choy ! |