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Chinese New Year – The Year of the Dragon
By Leslie Blumenstein on January 4, 2012Chinese New Year falls on January 23 in 2012, marking the beginning of the fifteen day celebration. It is the year of the Dragon and some find this to be an exciting change from 2011's year of the Rabbit. The Chinese Zodiac has 12 animals on a rotating 12-year cycle. Each animal has very specific characteristics associated with it. These characteristics are thought to be bestowed upon those born under the particular animal. The Dragon has many positive qualities and a few to be mindful of. There are lots of wonderful traditions associated with Chinese New Year. Here's what the year of the Dragon may include as well as a breakdown of some of the traditions of the fifteen day celebration. Those born under the Dragon ...
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Leslie is a working mom who spends much of her time running after her 1 year old! Work gatherings, baby showers party ideas, bachelorette parties, dinner parties and backyard BBQ's are all in her event planning repertoire.











