may the characteristics of the rooster prevail as the next year approaches closely.  in case you are unaware ------


    One of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac, the Rooster is a Chinese symbol of honesty, as well as physical and moral fortitude. It is of the yang attribute and signifies fortune, luck, fidelity, protection as well as bossiness.


   may the year be good to each of you and all of us in this complicated world.