Tuesday 5 July 2011

As scarce as hen's teeth at year break

Wow, an ambitious title for a Metal Rooster day. To unravel it, let’s start at the end and work backwards; as some of the best stories begin this way. Firstly, the annual sign of Rabbit clashes with Rooster signs and days on which these occur are known as “year breaks”. Secondly, in feng shui, Chinese philosophy and of course Chinese astrology, the five elements are assigned to body parts, with teeth having the metal element. Lastly; a Hen is a female Rooster and as this is a Yin Metal day, seems highly appropriate. However, the main reason for choosing a title that refers to scarcity is that according to the Chinese almanac, the only suitable activity for today is to tidy up and sweep the house. Oh well, cleanliness is next to godliness and it’s a much better day tomorrow. Until then – enjoy now.

Finn & Slim Shooey

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