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On Tuesday, February 8, at the stroke of midnight, the Year of the Green Monkey gives way to the Year of the Green Rooster as Chinese communities cheerfully greet everybody: “Kung Hei Fat Choi!”


"The rooster is known to announce the start of a brand-new day with all the connotations of a fresh start," says Marites Allen, certified feng shui expert and owner of the World of Feng Shui boutique at The Podium’s ground floor.


Aside from praying together, families that play together may as well stay together, bonded by their love of a common sport, such as tennis.


THE VAT. Despite protests from consumers, economists, and some legislators, the Value-Added Tax increase bill has speedily passed through the House, and is now on its way to the Senate.


For auspicious events, the Chinese would consult a Taoist priest or feng shui expert to learn if lady luck or the good spirits are on their side.


“This year is a good year in general. Everything will settle and become stable. Last year, I said that the Philippines will have six years of good luck (and) that luck will continue until 2009,” says feng shui expert Joseph Chau.


There’s much to “crow” about in 2005, especially to those whose astrological signs are not compatible with the Wooden Rooster. If you’re a Rabbit, Rooster, Goat or Snake, better take precaution. According to geomancers, 2005 is not a favorable year in terms of health, career, relationships and finances.