Years of the Ox

Ranked as the second zodiac, the ox is huge. In life, people often used it to indicate something big in size or large in number. It is persistent, simple, honest, and straightforward. Fractious people are said to have an 'oxen temper'.

Strengths
People born in this year are probably honest, industrious, patient, and cautious, and do things steadily. They are talent leader with strong will and faith, strong devotion to work and staying power. They are not easily affected by others or their surroundings but just follow their concept and ability. They are contemplative before taking actions and can make a clear distinction between right and wrong. Women are usually good wives who pay attention to their children's education. In short, people under the ox sigh are tender-hearted, having amiable temper and an honesty nature. They are usually conservative. They hold respect to the tradition and value job and family highly. 

Weaknesses
They are obstinate and poor at communication. Leaders in their career may not discover their abilities. They looks prudish and distant, but not feminine, charming and lively enough. They usually do not get a great facility in speaking, being silent and persistent in their old ways. In their old age, they would be usually bestowed with happiness. 

Horoscope and Numerology Elements
Earthly Branch of Birth Year: chou
Wu Xing (The Five Elements): tu (earth)
Yin Yang: yin
Auspicious Directions: southeast, due south and due north
Lucky Colors: blue, red, purple; Avoid: white, green
Lucky Numbers: 9, 1; Avoid: 3, 4
Lucky Flowers: tulip, evergreen, peach blossom
Zodiac Sign Compatibility - Best match: rat, snake, rooster; Avoid: horse, dog, sheep

Fortune Foretelling in 2013
Overview: They will have good fortune in career and wealth in 2013. Steady development or progress will be achieved under the instruction of their bosses. Students will perform well. Generally, the ox people can get help easily from others this year. Good opportunities will most probably happen to them.

Career: It can be a good year to get a promotion. They have to work harder and get along well with the competitors in jobs. Once their performance is approved by their bosses, it will be easy to be promoted. Businesspeople can try to make an investment or run a company this year, which may bring some profits.
Wealth: Earning money will be relatively easier this year than last. Therefore, as long as they work hard, they will never be trapped by financial problems. In spite of that, they need spend their money wisely.
Relationships: Singles will have the good fortune to shake off the single life. For couples, they may need more efforts to lead a happy life, especially in the first half of this year. More communication and mutual understanding are necessary between husband and wife. The ox people also need to remember that they should not trust people they don’t know well.
Health: They will be healthy both in body and mind this year. Too much or heavy labor work should be avoided. They may easily catch cold. At banquets and dinner parties, they should control themselves and not drink too much.