I was reading a little bit about Chinese New Year this morning, and I came across a reference to 2004 (or 4702 in the Chinese calendar) being the year of the Green Monkey. Curiosity got the better of me, and I found a little Chinese Astrology Page which further led me to A Chinese Horoscope Calculator.
From the San Francisco Chronicle: "The Chinese New Year Parade in San Francisco is the oldest of its kind and largest outside Asia. It began in Chinatown in the 1860s, when a group of recent immigrants marched down what is now Grant Avenue carrying colorful flags, banners, lanterns -- and drums and firecrackers to drive away evil spirits. The event used an American tradition -- a parade -- to showcase traditional Chinese cultural themes."
Xin Nian Kuai Le or Gung Hay Fat Choy!
Hi Mike! Xin nian kuai le! Gong hay fat choy! Sun taih gin hong! I know I've said this already, but have a happy New Year! =)
Thanks Cat! I know =) Happy New Year!