The 12 Animal Signs
Chinese Astrology Rooster
1909 1.22 - 19010 2.9: Earth
1921 2.8 - 1922 1.27: Metal
1933 1.26 - 1934 2.13: Water1945 2.13 - 1946 2.1: Wood
1957 1.31 - 1958 2.17: Fire
1969 2.17 - 1970 2.5: Earth1981 2.5 - 1982 1.24: Metal
1993 1.23 - 1994 2.9: Water
Feb 9, 2005-Jan 28, 2006
The Year of the Rooster
Like the year of the Monkey, the dramatic and noisy Rooster promises a colorful and buoyant year, of happy days and ostentatious silliness! But unlike the last year, this is not a time for speculation, for throwing caution to the wind and jumping into that mad business scheme you’ve been itching to do – the sometimes over-confident Rooster tends to make us think in a grandiose scale, only to be burned when we finally hit reality. People tend to talk a lot about nothing, heated debates are abundant, and the buzz word thus year is image, image, image! Keep your mouth shut, do your research before making any decisions, and the self-sufficient Rooster should see you through his energetic year.
The Rooster Personality
Golden Egg Layer
Organized and Meticulous
Cheerful and Perk
Amusing
Energetic, with impressive Stamina
Dignified
Self-Assured
Talented with handling Money
Neat and a conscientious dresser
Ultra Efficient
Good Sense of Humor
Extrovert
Natural Green Thumb
Fighting Cock
Critical
Tactless and Indiscreet
Volatile temper
Egoistic
Opinionated
Has Delusions of Grandeur
Talks too much nonsense
Puritanical
Interfering and Nosy
Argumentative
THE FIVE TYPES OF Roosters
The Metal Rooster: 1921, 1981
“The Industrious Rooster”
This passionate fellow has a firm conviction about whatever he does,
and carries it through with a positive, determined and articulate manner.
Practical, meticulous, and with a penchant for hygiene, this opinionated
Chicken has a strong thirst for power and recognition, interested in
reforms and social welfare as well. His
The Water Rooster: 1933,1993
“ The Persuasive Rooster”
Cooperative and inclined to artistic pursuits, this intelligent Rooster
has a talent in debates, and will easily win any argument with his winning
ways. A tireless worker, his clear, systematic mind works in an efficient
manner, seeking a state of perfection in the smallest details, a trait
that could lead him to be unbearably trivial and almost mechanical.
The Wood Rooster: 1945, 2005
“The Devoted Rooster”
This enthusiastic fellow tends to over-work himself, as he passionately
believes in progress and performance, and more often than not expects
the same degree of stamina from others unrealistically. Virtuous and
honest, he is socially popular as he genuinely cares about the welfare
of others. This reliable Rooster usually succeeds in life, setting himself
high standards coupled with his tireless devotion in achieving it.
The Fire Rooster: 1957
“The Intense Rooster”
Strength best sums this dynamic Rooster up, as he is powerful in his
character, in his convictions, and desires. He pursues success with
a single-minded force, knowing early on in life that his unique skills,
talent and leadership qualities are above par and could take him far
in life – and usually does. Independent, righteous and not likely
to take the heed of others, he does have tendency to be fanatical and
inflexible, lacking tactfulness to the feelings of those who he feels
are not pulling their weight.
The Earth Rooster: 1909, 1969
“The Dogmatic Rooster”
This practical Rooster is rarely interested in all the trimming most
fanciful Roosters are enamored with, preferring a simple, down-to earth,
scholarly and unpretentious lifestyle. He likes to see himself as a
shining example of virtue to his brethren, unafraid of carrying the
burden on his capable shoulders, and will not hesitate to preach this
with evangelical flair. Strict and disciplined with himself and his
morals, his tireless efforts always pay off in the end.
Prospects for the Rooster in different years
Lucky years for Rooster are the years of the Dragon, the Snake, and the Goat and the Tiger. Happy events, prosperity and achievements are in the spotlight, and the Rooster finds the power he craves to shape his destiny.
The years of the Ox, the Rabbit, the Snake, the Monkey, the Dog, and
the Rooster
are fairly mixed, where finances can make a recovery, despite some personal
problems and misunderstandings. He must investigate things on his own
and learn how to hold his tongue during these times.
Difficult times come in the years of the Rat, the Horse, and the Pig.
Misfortunes and obstacles are likely, and any major decisions in business
or love, should be left for now. These are years where the Rooster must
compromise and practice moderation.
Compatibilities with other signs
Rooster Friends
Attracted to this zippy personality is the wise Snake, the serious Ox,
and the enigmatic Dragon, who all find his flamboyant and outgoing manner
a joy to behold. Also delighted by the Rooster’s colorful personality
are the Tiger, Goat and Pig.
Rooster Foes
A cockfight will definitely be on the agenda when two Roosters get together,
but less so with the female Hens, who are a little less egotistical.
The tactless rooster will also hurt the sensitive Rabbit’s feelings
to no end, and the peaceful Rabbit cannot understand why on earth the
provoking Rooster seems intent on starting quarrels. The meddling ways
of the Monkey also irritate his independent ways, and he never will
see eye to eye with the worrying and loyal Dog.
Celebrity Roosters
Roosters in the Arts & Science
Rudyard Kipling, William Faulkner, Francis Bacon, Enid Blyton, Barbara
Taylor Bradford, D.H Lawrence, W. Somerset Maugham, Benjamin Franklin
Showbiz Roosters
Dawn French, Catherine Zeta Jones, Priscilla Presley, Kim Novak, Steve
Martin, Chris Carter, Michelle Pfeiffer, Melanie Griffith, Ethel Merman,
Joan Collins, Errol Flynn, Richard Harris, Peter Ustinov, Katharine
Hepburn, Debra Kerr, George Segal, Joan Rivers, Carol Burnett, Goldie
Hawn, Jayne Mansfield, Diane Keaton, Sir Michael Caine, Jenny Seagrove,
Stephen Fry, Daniel Day Lewis, James Mason.
Musical Chickens
Britney Spears, Yoko Ono, Willie Nelson, Enrico Caruso, Quincy Jones,
Sacha Distel, Van Morrison, Dolly Parton, Johann Strauss, Carly Simon,
Neil Young, Bryan Ferry, Gloria Estefan, Bette Midler, Debbie Harry
Political and Royal Roosters
The Duke of Edinburgh, Michael Heseltine, Nancy Reagan.
Famous for other things Roosters (or I’ve seen
that Rooster somewhere)
Mary Quant, Steffi Graf, Nick Faldo, Mohamed al Fayed, Serena Williams.