Chinese Astrology Horoscopes for 2008- Year of the Earth Rat

The Rat

This is your year, rat! Your charming yet calculating nature may usually cause a few folks to find you unsettling, but not this year. 2008 will be your time to shine. People will be drawn to you and your powerful, get it done attitude. We all know how you rats love money. This year should be especially lucky in financial aspects. You'll also find yourself as the center of attention in big groups and parties. No need to blush, fierce rat- there's nothing wrong with craving attention. Just be careful no to be held back by what is perhaps the rat's greatest downfall- scatter-brain disorder! Focus, focus, focus. Your hard work will go to waste if you can not set a goal and stick to it. Aquarius rat- that means you! Sagittarius rats should try and lighten up and relax. It's your year, after all!

The Ox

While good fortune always finds its way to the strong, good-hearted ox, 2008 will be a bit more of a roller coaster than you'd like. Make sure to grab at any promising financial opportunities that come your way- let your strong instinct guide you, and don't second guess yourself. Interpersonal communication will be drama free. Romantic relationships, however, may struggle during the year of the rat- be prepared to put in extra work. The results will be worth it. Libra ox- you may spend the beginning of 2008 recovering from the year of the fire pig. Fresh beginnings are ahead.

The Tiger

Wow, tiger- you are on the move in 2008! Traveling, running around, and just general busy-ness. Take a deep breath but go with the flow- this is a mobile year for you, powerful tiger, but that doesn't mean you can't relax. If you're feeling dissatisfied with a job or loved one, think long and hard before making a rash decision. Your best bet may be to hang in there. Gemini tigers- stop planning and try to take things one day at a time. Sagittarius tigers- try to tame your inner control freak. Your soul will thank you.

Rabbit

The conformist rabbit always knows how to take time and recharge. Even during the year of the rat, the rabbit knows that a little bit of relaxing will help with the hard work later. This is a VERY lucky year for rabbit love. If you have a crush, take the next step without hesitation. If you're in a relationship, be sure to appreciate it and be prepared for it go to the next level. Leo rabbit- this is an especially lucky year for you. Libra rabbit- stop being so stingy and go do something fun.

Dragon

No one knows how to take advantage of the year of the earth rat better than the dazzling dragon. Indeed, luck will be all around the proud dragon as he sashays down the street in style. This should be a very good year for finances and relationships- just beware of arguments with a lover in March and September. Be proactive, and shower him/her with extra love and attention. Capricorn rats- your hard work will pay off big time this year. Time to celebrate!

The Snake

The year of the rat will be a peaceful year for the beautiful and calculating snake. After all, you need some rest after the tumultuous year of the fire pig. 2008 will allow for recovery as well as some personal growth and development. This year is a great time to take up that hobby you've always wanted to explore, and to spend some true quality time with loved ones. This year should offer some promising career developments, and in the later half of the year people will be drawn to you and will be saying positive things about you all around. Virgo snake- keep your head up and look ahead. You will be especially lucky after struggling so much last year.

The Horse

While the rat and horse are astrological opposites, the year of the earth rat is actually pretty lucky for the kind-hearted and fiercely independent horse. It is a year of change. Financially, you may struggle this year. While the effects won't be catastrophic, they may be stressful. Hold on until 2010, which will be incredibly lucky financially for you. Career changes may be dramatic and for the best. 2008 is a very lucky year for love for the horse. You may find true love if you keep your heart and eyes open. Aquarius horse- you've been awaiting change, and here is the time for it. Remember to focus and think positively.

The Sheep

The fragile and creative sheep will face gossip and annoyances in the beginning of the year of the earth rat. But fate is never harsh to the gentle kind sheep, and by the end of March good karma will come back to lavish the sheep with positive energy. If you're not in a relationship, you may find a passionate but short-lasting relationship; if you're in a relationship it may face many ups and downs- hold on and be hopeful. Virgo sheep- something that appears to be a mishap will work in your favor.

The Monkey

The calm and clever monkey may have a topsy-turvey time during 2008, the Year of the Earth Rat, but as usual, he will work his charm to turn all (well, almost all) events in his favor. Love may not be in the stars for you this year- tread carefully. Any career setbacks can be turned on their head to make sure you come out on top. Libra Monkey: Have confidnece in yourself and you will shine this year. Pisces Monkey: Make sure to stop and smell the roses this year- appreciate loved ones!

The Rooster

The stylish and confident rooster will have a very, very lucky year in 2008! People will be drawn to you like bees to honey! Like white to rice! As people flock to you, you'll also encounter financial and career gains. This a great year for you to take on a project that you've been waiting on, as you are sure to have the energy and luck to make it happen. Love is also blooming- everywhere. Who will you choose? Virgo Rooster: You may have felt a bit unlucky last year- this year will make up for it and then some!

The Dog

The dog will face a stable and altogether positive year in 2008. Yawn. Not many changes here. This is a year to go with the flow, and perhaps not an ideal year to rock the boat. Think long and hard before any "crazy" decisions. Financially, you are able to do quite well this year- treat yourself to some enjoyment and time with loved ones.Oh, and stop being so paranoid. Gemini Dog: Stop micromanaging before you push everyone away.

The Pig

It looks like there may be travel ahead for the noble, big-hearted pig this year. The beginning of 2008 will be heavily influenced by the events and decisions of 2007 (year of the pig). If you felt stuck or bored last year, the Year of the Rat will surely excite you with its boundless energy. You will encounter financial fortune this year, and good luck all around. It is a good year to start a business or relationship, particualrily in May. Aquarius Pig: Be careful not to lose your belongings. Saggitarius Pig: Believe in yourself and your dreams will come true.

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