2000-The Year of the Dragon1999 THE YEAR OF THE CAT (OR HARE)According to Chinese astrology The Year of the Dragon is an over-the-top year. Events will occur in multiples, in parades, in celebrations and extravagant displays. Crowd scenes, mass gatherings and a surfeit of just about everything which we already know are in the cards. It is also a year to overcome obstacles and bask in the flashing light of success, at least for while.
The Presidential Candidates:
As we enter the New Year we have a parade of presidential candidates. Here are some of those who have been the most visible in the past two months:
Al Gore was born March 31,1948 in Washington, DC,12:53 pm. An Aries, he was born in the Year of the Charming Earth Rat who is generous, talented and energetic but prefers the slow, sure, conscientious approach to issues and plans. He will want to project an image that fits his intent of steadiness and persistence.
In a Dragon Year this Aries/Earth Rat is likely to lead the parade displaying a certain style and vigor.John McCain was also born in the Year of the Rat but Fire is his element Fire rats are original thinkers who burst with enthusiasm, energy and action.They are adaptable but refuse to be told what to do. Senator McCain is a Virgo, born in August 29,1936, in the Panama Canal Zone.
In a Dragon Year this Virgo/Fire Rat is sure to be a leader in his own right and find a good share of followers. As a Virgo he is mentally sharp and disciplined and although he has a sense of humor he brooks no nonsense.Bill Bradleyis a Leo, born on July 28,1943 in New Haven, CT and is the only candidate born in The Year of the Goat. As a Water Goat, he lends caution and imagination to the confident Leo nature. Rather than rule or lead , he may prefer straightforward consultation and consensus.
In a Dragon Year this Leo Water Goat is apt to find amazing popularity because he has the natural ability to make friends and keep them.Three candidates were born in the Year of the Dog---as was President Clinton.
George W.Bushis a cautious Cancerian ,born in the Year of the Fire Dog on July 16, 1946 in New Haven, Ct. ( President Clinton is also a Fire/Dog but born under the daring sign of Leo) Outgoing Fire dogs of any sign can usually establish an easy rapport with others, able to bring a lively energy to any gathering.Though stubborn they like to explore new ideas.
In a Dragon Year this Cancerian Fire Dog is not really comfortable. He is a little suspicious of what lies under all the fireworks and isn't quite sure what or whom to trust.But new, fascinating developments may surprise him.Orrin Hatch is an Aries born March 22,1934 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This senator was also born inThe Year of the Dog.This Wood Dog is so conscientious and hardworking that it is surprising how easily he makes friends or has time to do it..He probably prefers the quiet beauty of his state of Utah to Washington DC hype. But as an Aries he must lead, and that he does.
In a Dragon Year Senator Hatch may prefer to be part of a group rather than go out on his own. He would not like to be a lone leader, aloof and set apart from the pack.
He is probably happiest in Congress.Gary Baueris a Taurus born May 4, 1946 and is yet another Fire Dog who can make things work when others can't. Able to make friends easily and endear himself to others, he is also experiencing hisTaurus Saturn cycle.The May alignment of planets is in his sign so he is likely to have an uphill climb with important lessons to learn.
In a Dragon Year he will have successes and failures and face stiff opposition. Not his easiest year but surely an exciting one.Alan Keyes is a Leo born on August 7,1950 in New York, NY.under the Chinese sign of the Tiger, the MetalTiger. According to Chinese astrologer Neil Somerville, tigers are charismatic and courageous, assertive, original and determined. These traits are also associated with Leo so we have a double dosage here.
In a Dragon Year, Metal Tigers are likely to flourish and bring their influence successfully to others. A good run.Steve Forbes is a Cancerian born July 18, 1947 in Morristown, New Jersey in the Year of the amenable Fire Pig. a person who knows how to handle money . Fire Pigs are apt to be so adventurous they get carried away by pet projects. But they are direct, sure and confident. And although this Cancerian is solid and quiet there is an adventurous soul under the rhetoric.
In a Dragon Year this Fire Pig may wonder what all the pomp and circumstance is about and suspect that people have empty and unrealistic expectations.BIRTHDATA SOURCES: Candidates official sites, Famous Birthdays, Politics 1 Presidency 2000,Times Cycles Research
CHINESE ASTROLOGY SOURCES: Book of Chinese Chance by Suzanne White, Chinese Horoscopes Neil Somerville.
WELCOME TO THE YEAR OF THE CAT: 1999, the year that guides us into the next century. The dates are Feb.16, 1999-Feb.4, 2000.
Asian astrologers refer to this yearís symbol not as Cat but as Rabbit or Hare. Westerners like to consider the Cat as more symbolic of the designated traits used, but it might be a good idea to study both systems to get a complete picture.
This year will be calmer, more social and congenial than last yearís raging Tiger. In 1999 , we would do well to practice psychological agility , keep the mind flexible, and hold a lower profile.
Be sure to keep daily activities legal and aboveboard. Cats notice the details and honor the letter of the law. Keep strict track of all money matters. Cats read the fine print. Donít say you havenít been warned.
ìLook forward to big world wide changesî says SuzanneWhite (Book of Chinese Chance)
PRESIDENT CLINTON: A Leo, born in the helpful Year of the Dog. Dogs donít need to fear cats. It is now someone elseís turn to take the heat. The president and nemesis, Kenneth Starr, (also born in a Dog Year), may actually find islands of calm in which to bind their wounds and attend fully to what they should.
HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON: Scorpio, born in the Year of the gentle and kindly Pig. But this is a no nonsense year for the First Lady who is not about to put up with much this year, especially negative people. She will be firm and uncompromising and more determined than ever.This stance may actually benefit her in years to come.
VICE PRESIDENT GORE: Aries, born in the Year of the honest and charming Rat will not have an easy year.How do rats feel about cats? They run for their lives.The Veep will have the challenge of his life trying to erase himself from view as he covets party support and funds. Another potential candidate born in a Rat year is Elizabeth Dole who is a smiling Leo,born July 29, 1955.
BILL GATES: A Scorpio, born in the Year of the Goat,( Oct.28,1955) will not have to battle as strenuously this year. Like fellow Goat, Newt Gingrich, Gates may find relief from the relentless and continous attacks of last yearís Tiger. Gates may even create or invent something
to benefit society. The key word is ìmay.îBelow are celebrities born in the Year of the Cat who also have their Sun degree exactly conjoining the natal Ascendant.
The Ascendant is not a sign or a planet. It is the dignified eastern equinoctial angle of the chart. Any of the four angles of the chart is significant but astrologers take careful note when a planet exactly conjoins this angle at birth. It is astonishing how many high profile luminaries have the Sun conjoining the Ascendant at birth.
The following CATS were born with their Sun sizzling on the Ascendant.
BRAD PITT: Born 2/18/63 , Aquarius, at 7:35 AM, CST . Both Sun and Ascendant in 25 degrees Aries. He also has four Capricorn planets posited in the First House. This Cat should enjoy ambitious success in 1999 and reveal through his work that he is more than a winning face.
KATE WINSLET (Titanic) Born Scorpio , 10/05/75 at 7:15 AM, GMD in the Year of the Cat, her Sun and Ascendant in 11 degrees Libra. Three other planets are also in Libra.This elusively elegant Libran CAT should enjoy a purrfectly good year.
HELEN HUNT: ( Academy Award Winner) Born 6/15/63 at 5:46 AM ,PDT in the Year of the Cat . Sun and Ascendant in 23 degrees Gemini.This is a fast moving, flying CAT. Just try to pin her down in ë99. It is her time to soar.
MICHAEL JORDAN: Born 2/17/63 at 6:52 AM, EST in a CAT year has his Sun and Ascendant in 28 degrees Aquarius. This grand-scale thinker and humanitarian should get his way this year. Stand back and admire. He may hit the big screen.
TIGER WOODS: Born12/30/75 at 7:00 AM,PST has both Sun and Ascendant in 8 degrees Capricorn. This aloof ambitious CAT is sure to stay cool this year with many more wins and big smiles. Nothing like ìTigerî, purring in a Cat year. Piece of cake.
Here are more celebrities and their ChineseYear designations. All of these popular entertainers have the Sun conjunct the Ascendant in the natal chart.
Cuba Gooding Jr. (What Dreams May Come ) Born 1/02/1968 at 7:24 AM, EST in the Year of the Monkey with Sun and Asc. in 11 degrees Capricorn. Good business year for this talent.
Nicole Kidman: Born 6/20/67 at 5:54 AM, AHST in Honolulu in The Year of the Goat with both Sun and Asc. in 28:37 Gemini. Clever Gemini Goats can look forward to a brilliant CAT year ahead.
Julia Roberts: Born 10/28/67 at 7:57 AM, EDT in the Year of the Goat with both Sun and Asc. in 04 degrees Scorpio. This Scorpio Goat should never be underestimated. Superb year ahead.
Jerry Seinfeld: Born 4/29/1954 at 6:02 AM, EST in the Year of the Horse with both Sun and Ascendant at 8:32 Taurus. Taurean Horses ambitiously and steadily move toward what they want.. Watch Jerry shine this CAT year.
Matt Damon: Born 10/08/1970 at 6:53 AM, EDT in the Year of the Dog with both Sun and Asc in 14 degrees Libra . Dogs should take care not to be over-exploited in a CAT year. Protect your interests and lay low this year.
MORE NAMES IN THE NEWS: Those who have an asterisk next to their name have the Sun conjunct natal Ascendant. If you find any errors in birth data please let me know, immediately.
BORN IN THE YEAR OF THE RAT: 1912 1924 1936 1948 1960 1972 1984 1996
The energetic Rat is a real charmer, considered to be shrewd, seductive, and generously supplied with an active sense of humor. Born in the Year of the Rat : Leonian Elizabeth Dole, Sagittarian John F. Kennedy, Jr., Former Pres.George Bush, a Gemini, Virgo Cameron Diaz*, Cancerian, Gwyneth Paltrow* and Leo opera diva Kathleen Battle. Rats should try
wearing camouflage clothing during the Year of the Cat. Run for cover.YEAR OF THE BUFFALO/OX are: 1913 1925 1937 1949 1961 1973 1985 1997
Buffalo have a Taurean-like strength and reserve. Proud and stubborn, the buffalo seeks traditional leadership roles. Leo Monica Lewinsky, Sagittarian Linda Tripp, and Aquarian Wayne Gretsky, were Born in the Year of the Buffalo. Also Taurus George Clooney*, Aquarian Paul Newman Capricorn Julia Louis-Dreyfuss (Elaine on Seinfeld) and Sagittarians Don
Johnson/Anthony Hopkins. Buffalo should keep a distant and neutral position during a Cat Year.YEAR OF THE TIGER are: 1914 1926 1938 1950 1962 1974 1986 1998
Tigers are courageous, deep thinking, generous, sometimes hasty and hotheaded. Tigers are Leo Peter Jennings, Pisces Alan Greenspan, Aquarian Garth Brooks*, Cancerian Tom Cruise*, Scorpio Leonard DeCaprio *, Aries Rosie OíDonnell*, and Scorpio Jodie Foster. Tigers will have to stay patient until 2000 , a whopper of a Dragon year, but it will be worth the wait.THE DRAGON YEARS: 1916 1928 1940 1952 1964 1976 1988 2000
Dragons tend to be spirited, stubborn, and lucky, often hotly pursued by the opposite sex. Dragons are: Calista Flockhart* (Ally McBeel) a Scorpio, Liam Neeson* and Robin Williams (both Geminis) Leo Sandra Bullock*, and Aquarians Jack Nicklaus* and Ted Koppel.
Cat Years are neutral years for the Dragon. But they will luxuriate in their year, 2000.THE SNAKE YEARS: 1917 1929 1941 1953 1965 1977 1980 2001
Frugal Snake persons are wise, well bred, and elegant with a soft spoken calm about them. They do not like to lose, and have an abiding compassion for others. High ideals protect them.
Born in a Snake Year: Scorpio Demi Moore*, Sagittarian Kim Basinger Gemini Tim Allen *, Leonian Martha Stewart, Aquarians Placido Domingo and Neil Diamond, and Virgoan conductor Seiji Ozawa. Snake persons enjoy Cat Years because more money usually flows their way.THE HORSE YEARS: 1906 1918 1930 1942 1954 1966 1978 1990 2002
Horse people are open, independent, easy to get along with and usually powerful. Born rebels they are impatient but utterly charming. Born in a Horse Year : Taureans Barbara Streisand, and Jerry Seinfeld*, Cancerian Harrison Ford*, Leo Frank Gifford, Aquarians Oprah Winfrey and
John Travolta*, Piscean Cindy Crawford*, and Cancerian Ross Perot. Profits and success for the Horses in a Cat Year. The spotlight will find you.THE GOAT YEARS: are 1907 1919 1931 1943 1955 1967 1979 1991 2003
Goats are polite, sweet, peace-loving, inventive and a little insecure. Smart but fussy at times, they are well mannered and lovable. Born in a Goat Year : Possible presidential contender, Leo, Bill Bradley, Pisces Kelsey Grammar* ( Frasier), Cancerian Jimmy Smits, Leonian Robert De Niro, Piscean Bruce Willis, Aquarian Robert Duvall, Libran cellist Yo Yo Ma, and Cancerian conductor James Levine. Goats should prosper and be able to climb rough terrain in a Cat Year.MONKEY YEARS: 1908 1920 1932 1944 1956 1968 1980 1992 2004
Monkeys tend to be irresistable. Their perpetual youthfulness and dazzling footwork brighten any job, project or goal they pursue. Monkeys are clever, witty strategists who know all the angles. Born in the Year of the Monkey : Opera star Piscean Kiri Te Kanawa, Arien Celine Dion*, Capricorn Cuba Gooding , Jr. *, Cancerian Tom Hanks*, Scorpio Sammy Sosa, Piscean Chelsea Clinton. Doors of abundant opportunity beckon for Monkey persons this year.YEAR OF THE ROOSTER: 1909 1921 1933 1957 1969 1981 1993 2005
Roosters have a kind of style and eclat about them. They are popular and adventurous and have to work hard to afford their spending habits.They donít mind crowing a little about their feats but they are so sincere, they get away with it. Roosters : Sagittarian Bette Midler, Cancerian
John Glenn*, Gemini Anne Heche*, Pisces Quincy Jones*, Aquarian Hugh Downs, and Sagittarian Diane Sawyer. Roosters benefit from a quiet retreat so they can gear up for 2000.YEAR OF THE DOG: 1910 1922 1934 1946 1958 1970 1982 1994 2006
The Dog is attentive and really listens when you speak. Dogs are usually prosperous, big-hearted, intelligent and defensive. Born in a Dog year: President Clinton, a Leo. Also Cancerian Ken Starr, Leonian Madonna, Aquarian Ellen DeGeneres*, Taurean Andre Agassi and Scorpio Larry King. Dog persons feel safer, protected, and in much less danger
during a Cat Year.YEAR OF THE PIG: 1911 1923 1935 1947 1959 1971 1983 1995 2007
Pig persons are peacemakers. They are loving and honest and easy company. Gentle, yet profound and firm, they expect the best of others. Naivete is their downfall. Famous Pig personages : Scorpio Hillary Rodham Clinton, Scorpio Winona Ryder* Capricorn Ted Danson, Arien David Hyde Pierce (Niles on Frasier), Leonian Magic Johnson*, Libran Luciano
Pavrotti, and Virgoan conductor Seiji Ozawa. Pig persons should stand their ground and not give an inch. in ë99. Watch what happens.Source: Material: Book of Chinese Chance, Suzanne White 1976 Lippincott
Signs Studio 2000 is not an expert in Chinese Astrology. The above is a perspective intended for general consideration, based on personal but superficial research, only. Check our links and others for the Chinese ancient astrology. And let us know if any of our birth data is incorrect.
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