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The Eastern Zodiac

Year of the Rat - Some may see rats as pests, but in the Eastern zodiac they represent charm, intelligence and leadership and charisma. Recent years of the rat include 1972, 1984, 1996 and 2008 (starting today!)

Year of the Ox - The ox patient and diligent, and its hard work brings about great prosperity. Recent years include 1973, 1985 and 1997.

Year of the Tiger - The tiger represents regal authority, respect and courage. Those born under this sign will lead extraordinary lives full of adventure and challenge. Recent years include 1974, 1986 and 1998.

Year of the Rabbit - Rabbits are considered to be the luckiest of the Eastern zodiac signs. They're great with details, and they're very compassionate despite being somewhat reserved and conservative. Rabbit years include 1975, 1987 and 1999.

Year of the Dragon - Dragons are symbolic of good fortune and luck. Those born under this sign are virile, grandiose and good-looking, and are destined for great things. Recent years include 1976, 1988 and 2000.

Year of the Snake - Snakes are elegant, graceful and wise. Their enchanting personalities make them great conversationalists. Just like real snakes! Recent Snakey years include 1977, 1989 and 2001.

Year of the Horse - Horses are wild and independent spirits, but they temper this with their sincerity and warmth. Recent years: 1978, 1990 and 2002.

Year of the Sheep - The sheep exhibits wonderful creativity and artistic talent, along with great sensitivity and compassion. Years of the Sheep include 1979, 1991 and 2003.

Year of the Monkey - The monkey is mischievous, creative and quick-witted. They're jacks-of-all-trades, and their flexibility allows them to develop a broad range of talents. Monkey years include 1980, 1992 and 2004.

Year of the Rooster - Though roosters can be preening and egotistical, they're valued for their courage, tenacity and superior grooming. Roosters love to stand out, so if you know any Roosters, make sure you lay some flattery on them once in a while. Years include 1981, 1993 and 2005.

Year of the Dog - We all know what makes dogs so loveable: they're loyal, patient dependable and they'll never let you down. Years of the Dog include 1970, 1982 and 1994.

Year of the Pig - The pig is an honest, caring and kind-hearted sort. Despite being a bit shy and reserved, their loveable nature often yields many friends. Years include 1983, 1995 and 2007.


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If you have to do the math to find yourself go ahead.
What I want from you is to find your Zodiac, and tell
me if you agree with it or not, and if not, then which one do you think you are.
In no more than 15 lines.


Rules

Follow all here on AP.
Have fun.

Contest is Over

  • Contest was judged on February 21, 2008
  • Rewards: Gold: 300, Silver: 100, Bronze: 75, Honorable mention: 11 people
  • Final notes:
    All are winners in my book and I am glad you all entered my contest. Loved them all.

    Thank you, and have a good day.

    Riftkin

Contest Winners

  1. I gazed at the portfolio of attributes given the year of the Rabbit
    by penman 17 lines, 4 comments, on Feb 8 11:31 AM 2008. In Other
    Gold trophy winner
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]
  2. by Desire 23 lines, 8 comments, on Feb 8 1:42 PM 2008. In Life, Love, Hope, Society, Spiritual, Thoughts, Personal
    Silver trophy winner
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]
  3. Strong muscled beast flies across the sky,
    by fantasysmurf 28 lines, 5 comments, on Feb 10 4:27 AM 2008. In Personal, Contest, Abstract
    Bronze trophy winner
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]
  4. I silenty creep through the walls as you sleep, I eat from your childrens food.
    by CassandraTheBlack 9 lines, 3 comments, on Feb 15 8:02 PM 2008
    Honorable mention
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]
  5. My year is the horse Wild and free
    by PerpetualNight 19 lines, 3 comments, on Feb 8 10:27 AM 2008
    Honorable mention
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]
  6. by Three Doves 15 lines, 1 comment, on Feb 8 10:57 AM 2008. In Contest, Personal, Spiritual, Thoughts
    Honorable mention
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]
  7. I was born under the wrong sign.
    It says i am a dragon,
    by Lady Altheia 14 lines, 3 comments, on Feb 8 11:16 AM 2008
    Honorable mention
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]
  8. by GentleStorm 10 lines, 1 comment, on Feb 8 12:55 PM 2008. In Thoughts, Zodiak
    Honorable mention
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]
  9. The year of the Ox
    Persistent; hard-working
    by Poetic-Theorem 19 lines, 5 comments, on Feb 8 3:54 PM 2008. In Thoughts, Personal, Haiku
    Honorable mention
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]
  10. I am a woolly sheep
    I am sensitive and deep
    by maralisa 14 lines, 63 comments, on Feb 8 3:58 PM 2008. In Personal
    Honorable mention
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]
  11. by Tirrell 15 lines, 2 comments, on Feb 8 6:08 PM 2008. In Thoughts, Dark, Humor
    Honorable mention
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]
  12. Error: Unable to find finalist item 3897545, it seems to have been deleted :( [remove]
  13. Error: Unable to find finalist item 3898095, it seems to have been deleted :( [remove]
  14. Though I am like the horse,
    You see,
    by Janase Jent 8 lines, 2 comments, on Feb 16 7:44 PM 2008
    Honorable mention
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]

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  • Tirrell
    February 8, 2008
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    I do not see my year and simply forget what it is...1971...


  • Lady Altheia
    February 8, 2008
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    I am the year of the draon but I am not good looking or have good luck or good fortune.


    • Riftkin gold member
      February 8, 2008
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      Then write me about why you think so and which one you think you should be

  • Suzanne Dia
    February 8, 2008
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    hisssssssssssssssss....


  • Peachy
    February 9, 2008
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    lol, I'm year of the pig and it explains me perfectly lol
    Cool Contest!


  • penman gold member
    February 21, 2008
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    Thank you for the honor of the gold. And running such a unique contest. Congratulations to all the winners.


  • Desire gold member
    February 21, 2008
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    Thank You!!

    Thank You for the Trophy and points for I am Honored also Appreciative
    Congratulations to all who placed

    Another Wonderful contest and boy was this fun
    Loved the prompt~
    Thank You for Hosting Sweet Soul!
    Many blessings to You
    Best wishes in all You do
    and much love~ Desire~*~


  • Poetic-Theorem gold member
    February 21, 2008
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    Thanks soooo much for the HM
    Congrads to everone!


    ~David~

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