That 2009 will be the year of the Earth Ox already predetermines that this will be a year of persistent and fruitful labor. You, like an ox, will have to work hard, and the results will not be long in coming. As astrologer Gzt.ru promises, prosperity and peace will come to the family.
When the year begins according to the eastern calendar
The eastern calendar differs from the European one in that it is not solar but lunar, and therefore the first day of the new year does not fall on the same date. In reality, the new year 2009 according to the eastern calendar will begin not on January 1, but on January 26, 2009 at 10:56 Moscow time. And the coming year will be the 4077th in order.
Why the Ox in the coming year will be earthly
In the eastern calendar, a 5-year cycle of elements – Metal, Water, Fire, Wood, and Earth – is superimposed on the 12-year animal cycle. These elements also replace each other, like the animals, but each element is “assigned” two years, not one. So the Fire Dog of 2006 passed power in 2007 to the Fire Pig, which in turn handed over rule in 2008 to the Earth Rat, which in 2009 passes the baton to the Earth Ox.
What the year of the Ox will be like
Immediately after the new year according to the eastern calendar, namely on January 26 at 10:56 Moscow time, a solar eclipse will occur. And this moment leaves a not entirely favorable imprint on the entire year.
A general recommendation for all zodiac signs for the 2009 year of the Ox is not to rush and not to fuss. Act deliberately and gradually, do not make sudden movements. The new year 2009 is entirely under the rule of earth zodiac signs (Capricorn, Virgo, Taurus), who love a thoughtful approach in solving any issues. The coming year will also be successful for water signs (Pisces, Scorpio, Cancer). However, air and fire signs should not despair and bite their lips; you too will have everything fine if you try to match the unhurried and deliberate lifestyle of the Ox.
Preparation for the New Year celebration
Start preparing for the New Year by cleaning your home. Such work on the eve of the New Year holiday will attract the attention of the hardworking and economical patron of 2009, the Ox, and he will favor you all year. To attract good luck into the house, do not forget to buy some pleasant thing for the whole family for the New Year holiday: a piece of furniture or a TV.
For a worthy celebration of the New Year 2009, try to buy as many figurines depicting the Ox, but not the Cow. Buy a soft or rubber Ox toy for the car. Be sure to purchase a calendar with an image of the Ox for the house and hang it on the wall. It is desirable that the calendar depicts a strong Ox without any jokes, since the Ox is an animal without a sense of humor. On the festive New Year table, be sure to place a small figurine of the Ox. Hang Christmas tree decorations in the shape of an Ox on the tree.
What to wear to celebrate the 2009 New Year
All women are interested in the question of what to wear to celebrate the New Year, how best to dress to appease the symbol of 2009? It's nice when your outfit meets the requirements of the coming year. So what to wear to celebrate the year of the Ox?
The Ox is practical and not too picky about the choice of attire, but women are still recommended to sew a new dress, more for themselves than for him. Men, however, can easily get by with existing clothes and not bother buying a new suit. You can only use accessories (ties, scarves) in the color of the Ox (yellow, golden, etc.). Young and stylish people are not forbidden to celebrate the New Year 2009 in jeans, which appeared exactly in the year of the Raging Ox, and therefore match the moment.
The colors of the New Year 2009 are yellow, gold, purple, silver and blue tones and all their possible shades. The main colors in clothing are brown, yellow and green. It is not necessary to wear completely green or brown-black suits all year round; it is enough to throw a scarf of one of these colors around your neck, put on a brooch, or buy a handbag of the appropriate color scheme.
The dress for celebrating the New Year 2009 should be comfortable and made taking into account all the features of your figure, and therefore practical and elegant. The model of the chosen outfit depends on where you celebrate the holiday. It could be: a long décolleté dress for receptions and banquets; an evening cocktail dress for visiting or going to a restaurant; a smart suit for a corporate party; comfortable festive clothing for a home celebration; a stylish, extravagant outfit for a disco or youth party.
The main thing is that at the New Year party your dress emphasizes the advantages of your figure and hides its flaws. The thorough Ox requires thoroughness in decorations for the New Year celebration. These should be natural stones and materials. Feel free to wear jewelry if you have it. And if not, you will look good in costume jewelry made of semi-precious stones, gems, wood, shells, feathers, leather, fur, etc. The main thing is to choose it skillfully and tastefully.
If you decide to wear jewelry, do not mix gold with silver, platinum and other materials. It is better to wear a set. The stones of 2009 are yellow stones. Therefore, jewelry made from them will be especially appropriate. If you do not have a natural yellow stone, you can use an artificial one, after placing it in water for a while; after this procedure it will work no worse than a natural one.
How to decorate your home in the year of the Ox
The ox, the buffalo – it is a domestic animal, so it is best to celebrate New Year 2009 with the family. When decorating the room in the Year of the Buffalo, choose more items made of natural materials, especially wooden ones. These can be spoons, various panels and tableware on the festive table. Small live trees, a Christmas tree (of course, a real one), and a bouquet of coniferous branches on the table will look original.
It is better to decorate the Christmas tree with handmade toys. Do not doubt, your efforts will be appreciated by relatives, guests, and the Buffalo himself! It is better to put colored candles of the following colors on the table. It is good if there are 5 or 12 of them.
What to serve on the festive table
The choice of menu in the Year of the Buffalo must be approached thoroughly, as the symbol of 2009 does not tolerate negligence. The table itself is best placed in the center of the room. On the New Year's table you can put a decorated figurine of an ox.
Plant-based food is welcome on the table: lettuce leaves, vegetables and fruits. You should be careful with the consumption of meat, especially beef. The symbol of 2009 will not be delighted if you celebrate the holiday with snacks made from its kind.
In the coming year, a sweet taste will dominate because the ox has a sweet tooth. Its passion for overeating can cause stomach and heart problems. After dinner, you can relax together by the fireplace or go out into nature – to the dacha or winter fishing, for example. This will be both original and to the liking of the master of the year.
What to give in the Year of the Buffalo
The best gift for New Year 2009, the Year of the Buffalo, will be mobile phones, computers and other electronics. For children, the best gift is to choose electric toys.
To be sure to please, listen to the advice according to zodiac signs.
ARIES. On New Year's Eve, it is advisable for a man to give gifts that emphasize his strength and masculinity. This could be a car of his favorite model (even a toy), a weapon with a carry permit, a wild strip show under the New Year tree. A woman adores attention to her person in any form, so you can put a box of perfume, expensive jewelry, or an invitation to a social party under her pillow.
TAURUS. Give a man an expensive item that can be easily turned into cash. This could be gold or platinum coins, which are now freely sold in banks, insurance, or a safe where he can store his wealth. For a woman, the best gift for New Year 2009 of the Buffalo will be jewelry, a bank account, or a credit card. You can give beautiful dishes or a table set.
GEMINI. For a man, the best gift would be a Parker pen, a new computer, or other intelligent technology. For a woman, you can also give a laptop, as well as discs with her favorite TV series. For both Gemini men and women, the best gift would be a book, which should be chosen according to their preferences.
CANCER. The best gift for a man is a sexually charged night. A passionate and emotional nature will appreciate such a gift. During love games, use erotic lingerie. If you have enough money, you can give a small house by the sea or at least a pond. It is better to relieve a woman from household chores and worries about preparing for the holiday. Invite her to a restaurant or pay for a festive New Year's dinner by ordering food delivery. She will be happy with a beautiful outfit and fragrant perfume.
LEO. The best gift for a man is subtle and sincere compliments, which will lift his spirits more than any other gift. You can give a shirt of a prestigious brand, a tie, or cufflinks. An Armani business suit is the dream of many young Leos, and older men can be given more expensive gifts: decorative weapons, an animal's natural skin. For a woman, the best gift is jewelry, a profitable business, or a mink coat. If that is too expensive, you can give another gift that will raise her social status. Unusual and interesting items, beautifully wrapped and tied with a bow, are welcome.
VIRGO. It is good to give a man household appliances, devices for the car, home or garden. He will not refuse an envelope with money, or shares of a solid company. A woman can be given an expensive set of beautiful bed linen, a warm blanket, or a porcelain dinner set.
LIBRA. It is good to give a man a business briefcase, an expensive leather wallet, a business card holder, or a stylish tie. For a woman, the best gift is money, a lot of money, and she will spend it on clothes and shoes herself. For Libras, it is important to know that they are loved. So be sure to tell them words of love.
SCORPIO. Give a man a talisman or other symbolic item that attracts financial well-being. Be sure to give champagne, vodka, beer, red or dry wine. For a woman, you can give a modern tea set, a large set of her favorite coffee or tea, as well as a favorite bottle of cognac or martini.
SAGITTARIUS. The best gift for both men and women is a trip! Give your loved one a tour package and do not forget to provide them with a credit card with a substantial balance, so that the Sagittarius abroad does not know denial. Sagittarians will highly appreciate extravagant clothes with original inscriptions, good perfume, an unexpected but pleasant surprise.
CAPRICORN. A man can be given a guitar, a music center, or a synthesizer. A comfortable sweater and a tracksuit will also work. For a woman, the best gift is expensive professional cosmetics, a beautiful fashionable bag, or a sheepskin coat.
AQUARIUS. For a man, be sure to give something crazy that he doesn't expect at all. A bicycle or motorcycle will do. For a woman, you can give a new mobile phone, a set of stunning lingerie, or an open swimsuit.
PISCES. For a man, give a beautiful frame where he can put a photo of the whole family. You can order a shelf for books or CDs, give a musical instrument, headphones, or a player. A man will gladly accept a beautiful painting or a humorous book. For a woman, it's best to give inspiration to create — to write and compose books, paint pictures, invent music. And then publish her original works.