The Year of the Rabbit - 4709 on the Chinese calender

Image by id-iom via FlickrThe Chinese New Year has ushered in The Year of the Rabbit.

It just hops around every twelve years.

The rabbit symbolises character traits including creativity, compassion and sensitivity.

The Chinese believe a person born in this year is very fortunate, softly spoken, happy and content. Like the rabbit they hop over obstacles, and always land on their feet.

Famous people born in the Year of the Rabbit include Johnny Depp, Germaine Greer, Whitney Houston, Michael Jordon, Drew Barrymore and Sting.

2011 is the Year of the Golden Rabbit. It is set to be a tranquil year, with diplomacy  reigning. Events to look for this year include marriage, romance, increased business, inconsistent weather and natural disasters.

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