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Celebrate The Year of the Tiger 2010 in Houston!

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According to the Chinese Zodiac, the Year of 2010 is the Year of the Tiger, which commences on February 14, 2010 and ends on February 2, 2011. The Tiger is the third sign in the Chinese Zodiac cycle, and it is a sign of bravery. This courageous and fiery fighter is admired by the ancient Chinese as the sign that keeps away the three main tragedies of a household. These are fire, thieves and ghosts.

The Year of the Tiger 2010 is a Yang Metal year, and it’s a year of much activity, drama, changefulness, crisis, and unpredictability. Tiger years are associated with political and social instability or upheaval. Metal is not a very compatible element for Tiger (Tiger prefers Wood and Fire), and thus 2010 is expected to be challenging and turbulent overall. Nevertheless, the Tiger does prefer Yang, and 2010 is a Yang year, which strengthens matters somewhat. It is strong for technological advances and innovations.

The overall theme is one of change and unpredictability, and so all signs will benefit from remaining flexible and adaptable to changeful conditions in 2010. While caution and moderation were advised in 2009, the Year of the Ox, flexibility and the ability to deal with change are essential qualities in 2010.

CELEBRATIONS AROUND HOUSTON

Thurs, 2/11/10
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Pagoda
Cocktail Party
Pagoda Vietnamese Bistro & Bar
4705 Inker St Houston TX 77007
7pm to 12am

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Libra: July 24, 2008

Avoid basing your responses on how you believe someone will react. Instead of weighing your words, just say them, but do it in a way that also conveys your kindness and flexibility. Others will be so appreciative to know how you truly feel that they won’t care if you disagree with them.

I did it without even knowing it: this morning, I sent out correspondence to several people, and received such positive feedback that I think I have enough fuel in me for another fight. This time, I’m fighting for the health of an organization: the Asian/Pacific American Heritage Association (APAHA), for which I’m currently acting as Executive Director … in role and responsibility, if not in title.

Titles are for other people, anyway - a title is a shortcut to give people a basic idea of how you fit into the scheme of things. All I want is the opportunity to develop great programs that “promote awareness and increase understanding of Asian American/Pacific Islander heritage, culture, and diversity through education and celebration”  … the core purpose of APAHA, and one of the issues I’m most passionate about. I hope it works out!

(Feel free to share your thoughts on this with me by adding a comment below - would love to get a gauge on public opinion of the organization and its impact/direction on the community!)

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