Overview
Overall, the year of Pig will be a good year for you Rat people.  Surrounded by some lucky stars, things are looking up for the Rat as the Pig is a lot friendlier toward you than the Dog.

Nevertheless, beware of the effects of a bad star.  There could be deterioration in your health, so don’t overwork yourself and watch out for flu or liver related illness, especially in lunar month of May.  Watch what you eat and exercise regularly.  Avoid visiting people in the hospital and refrain from going to funerals if you can. Beware of theft and injury and always take things seriously and take precaution at all times.  This way, nothing major would happen to you.

You need to be very focus and just go after what you are looking for and this could be an auspicious year for you in both business and relationship.  Don’t hesitate, don’t delay, just put your words into action and make good use of your popularity and friends of circle, you will get help from friends when you need them the most.  In fact, you can be a big winner this year if you realize what you want and do not let yourself become your own worst enemy by making reckless moves. 

There might be new members in the family, and in general, male Rat will have better luck than female Rat.  For Rat women, just remember to be modest, and always ask for advice from those who are older and wiser.  Your best months will be lunar March, August and December and be alert in the months of February, April, May and October.

Finance:
This will be an average year for your finance.  Although you are making more money than last year, you tend to spend it as soon as you get it.  You do have some luck if you want to try the stock market or investment, but don't go overboard and set your heart fully on speculative investments.  Moreover, you will get plenty help from some male friends -- so remember to take advice from your male friends or family members. This means, if you plan to invest in the stock market, go for a male broker; if you want to buy a piece of real estate, get a male agent.  For those Rats working for commission such as insurance, real estate or for yourself, you could make significant sums of money in the year of Pig.

Green and Red are you colors this year, so you can either wear them or put some items in your room or office to bring you good luck in wealth.

Romance:
If you are a single male Rat, it is time to put on your nice shirt and go out more.  The year of the Pig will be a time full of excitement and fun!!! Keep your eyes wide opened, you will have a good chance in finding that special someone this year.  Therefore, make sure you always look your best.

As for single female Rats, you are not as lucky as the male Rat this year.  Since your “Peach Blossom” luck is not too strong, this will be an average year for your love life.  Although you will still meet some new and interesting suitors, these will become just flings or short-term relationships. However, if you have the inclination for these relationships then you are set for an exciting, fun time. But if you are more inclined to monogamy you should avoid one night stands because if you are not careful, you may be embroiled in love triangles, heartbreaks and emotional setbacks due to love matters.

For the married or attached Rat, you will be tempted this year, especially for the female Rat - beware of a third party to seduce the married Rat. Keep your will strong, Rat, and do not surrender to any temptation coming to your way.  Moreover, try to make peace with your loved one; don’t let these little petty quarrels between you two ruin what you have.

To enhance your luck in romance, Rat women can wear some yellow jewelry (like jade or crystal), and Rat men can wear accessories in red or green.

Career:
The year of Pig will be an auspicious year for you.  If you're keen on setting up your own business this year, you may do so but within the range of businesses targeted on men's lifestyle such as clothing, personal grooming, health food and health supplements. If you are working part-time or for commission, there will be plenty jobs lining up for you.

Meanwhile, you will get plenty help from a male friend.  Therefore, you will have better luck if your partner or boss is a man.  Put your heart and soul into your career and show him what you are made of.  There are opportunities for promotion and raise, so good luck.

Health:
The Pig means the Rat no harm, nevertheless, there are several unlucky stars influencing the Rat this year. They are most likely to affect the area of health. So this is the year to pay more attention to your lifestyle and health.  Also, remember, do not overwork yourself.

It's important for you to start with a healthy diet.  Take charge and stock up on fresh vegetables and fruit, and do make sure to get enough sleep every night.  Join a health club and start an exercise routine in your weekly schedule.  I know you don’t feel like to move around, but you really need to start exercising before your muscles get too rusted.  Come on, 1, 2, 3, let’s exercise.  After all, nothing is more important than your health, right?

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