Your Chinese Horoscope 2009: What the Year of the Ox Holds in Store for You. Neil Somerville

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СКАЧАТЬ if they are being considered for a further role or helping with the training of new staff. Many a Metal Ox will find his skills, experience and contacts serving him well this year.

      There will, of course, be some Metal Oxen who are keen to use their skills in other ways and for these Oxen, as well as those who are looking for work, the Ox year can bring significant opportunities. Time and persistence will be required, but many Metal Oxen will eventually secure a position that can mark a significant stage in their career. March, June, September and November could see some interesting work developments.

      A key feature of the Ox year is that it encourages the development of skills, and many Metal Oxen will decide to add to their knowledge at this time. This could be through training at work, studying by themselves or deciding to learn a recreational skill. Whatever they do, by giving themselves something purposeful to achieve, these Metal Oxen will find their actions not only benefiting them but also reinforcing the constructive nature of the year.

      The Metal Ox will also be encouraged by the support and goodwill of those around him. Colleagues, including some influential ones, can often be helpful, sometimes in ways the Metal Ox might not know about, including putting in private recommendations on his behalf. Also, the people he meets at work or through his interests will often be impressed by his straightforward manner, and new contacts and friendships will result. Although the Metal Ox can have an independent streak to his nature, by making the most of his chances to get to know others he not only stands to gain a great deal but also to enjoy himself more. The months from March to early June and August and September could be the most active socially and those Metal Oxen who are unattached and would welcome new friendships will find that going out, pursuing interests and joining social groups can bring results and, for some, an important new romance.

      Domestic life is also favourably aspected and many Metal Oxen will enjoy some significant family news. Those close to the Metal Ox can make him especially proud this year.

      The Metal Ox will also value the support of those around him and if at any time he feels under pressure or is in a dilemma, it is important that he talks this over with them. He may be willing to take on a lot by himself, but he must not forget that others are keen to assist. Domestically, this may be a busy year, but with good communication and a willingness to share and help out, it can be a special one.

      As far as money matters are concerned, many Metal Oxen will benefit from an extra sum over the year. However, with all the Metal Ox’s commitments, plans and domestic expenses, he does need to manage his money carefully and, if in receipt of extra funds, consider his options carefully. The Metal Ox is usually cautious and disciplined and this approach will serve him well. Financially, this is a year for planning and control.

      Generally, the Ox year will contain some interesting opportunities for the Metal Ox, particularly in terms of making more of his strengths and developing certain skills and interests. Also what he achieves during the year can often bring him a great deal of satisfaction and be something he can take further in the future. Personally, this can be a special year, with good news to celebrate as well as the love and support of those around him to enjoy. Overall, a rewarding and fulfilling year.

      TIP FOR THE YEAR

      In this promising year you would do well to watch your independent Metal Ox tendencies and be more forthcoming with others. They can often give useful support, advice and encouragement, but to benefit you do need to be active, listen and consult.

       The Water Ox

      Gary Player once said, ‘The harder I work, the luckier I become,’ and the Water Ox will find this very true this year. By putting in the effort and acting determinedly, he can look forward to making headway as well as benefiting from some good fortune.

      The Water Ox’s domestic life can be especially pleasing this year, with some personal as well as family news to look forward to. Those Water Oxen who are parents will find the achievements of their children can mean a great deal, and encouraging their progress and sharing in their delights can often make home life all the more rewarding. The Water Ox will also be encouraged by the support he is given for his own activities and when he has decisions to take, especially relating to work and possibly involving a change in routine, it is important that he talks these through with his loved ones. With consultation and cooperation, a lot can turn out in his favour.

      With the encouraging aspects of the year, many Water Oxen will also be tempted to carry out projects on their home, perhaps improving décor, replacing equipment or deciding to move to accommodation better suiting their requirements. Again, much can be achieved this year, but major undertakings should not be rushed. Although the aspects may be positive, this is not a year for haste. By proceeding steadily, the Water Ox will find the results more satisfying.

      With family expenses, possible accommodation plans and, for some, a move, the Water Ox’s outgoings will be quite considerable. However, if possible, he should still try to take a holiday with his loved ones over the year. A change of scene will do everyone good and visits to new areas, even if not too far away, can often be interesting.

      In view of their commitments and plans over the year, some Water Oxen will decide to keep their social life relatively low key. However, while they may not go out as much as usual, they should still try to keep in regular contact with friends as well as go to events that appeal to them.

      For those who are unattached or have experienced recent problems in their personal life, the Ox year can bring major change. To benefit, though, these Water Oxen must be careful not to withdraw into themselves and should resolve to go out and enjoy their spare time as well as take part in activities that appeal to them. Again, the more effort the Water Ox makes, the luckier he can become. The months from March to May and August to early October could be promising for meeting others and socializing.

      Another benefit of the year will be the way in which many Water Oxen will be able to develop certain interests. With the element of Water giving the Ox a more expressive and creative nature, Water Oxen can derive considerable pleasure from exploring their ideas and talents. For some, work they put forward or skills they display could bring forth an encouraging response and lead to interesting developments. For the aspiring and creative Water Ox, the Ox year can turn out to be a personally rewarding one.

      This will also be an encouraging year as far as the Water Ox’s work is concerned. While many Water Oxen will remain with their present employer, they will often benefit from the chance to make more of their position and knowledge, possibly through openings that arise as others move on or through taking on new responsibilities. The Ox year will certainly give many Water Oxen the opportunity to build on their experience and make pleasing headway. In addition, what they accomplish this year can often be instrumental in their success in the future.

      For Water Oxen who feel openings are limited where they are currently, this can also be a time of interesting possibilities. By giving some thought to the way in which they can progress and areas of work they would now like to concentrate on, many will find the enquiries and applications they make opening up interesting possibilities. Even if some applications do not go their way, feedback they are given or information they gain can often prove useful. Results may not always come quickly, but with persistence the Water Ox will prevail.

      This also applies to those Water Oxen seeking work. By remaining determined, being prepared to draw a line under past disappointments and looking to move on, they will often be successful in securing an ideal opening. This is a year which is very rewarding of effort. March, June, September and November could see some interesting developments as far as the Water Ox’s work prospects are concerned.

      The progress the Water Ox makes in his work can bring an increase in income СКАЧАТЬ