Before I give you the fun facts on the Year of the Rabbit, here's the facts on the group's event:
Friday, February 4, 2011
7:30 PM
SELECTED BY: KELLI!
Fiesta Island Dr San Diego, CA
SELECTED BY: KELLI!
88 Adventurous women going
This one is extra special!
Bring all your friends to this one, and be sure to get a lantern for everyone - the more lanterns, the more spectacular it will be!!! Also, bring fire wood and chairs for our bon fire.
YEAR OF THE RABBIT
Lighting Chinese Wish Lanterns - check out this link to see what it's all about - http://www.youtube.co.... Check out other YouTube videos for amazing displays around the world.
EVENT DETAILS:
WHERE: We will meet at the main beach with the fire rings (West facing) on Fiesta Island and gather to light our lanterns and make a wish before letting them go!
I will have a helium balloon with a glow stick attached on my car antennae.
1. Take exit 2A to merge onto I-5 N toward Los Angeles
0.6 mi
2. Take exit 21 for Sea World Dr/Tecolote Rd
0.3 mi
3. Turn left at Sea World Dr/Tecolote Rd
0.3 mi
4. Take the 1st right onto E Mission Bay Dr
0.1 mi
5. Take the 1st left onto Fiesta Island Rd
0.1 mi
6. Keep right at the fork
0.9 mi
7. Slight right to stay on Fiesta Island Rd
180 ft
WHERE: We will meet at the main beach with the fire rings (West facing) on Fiesta Island and gather to light our lanterns and make a wish before letting them go!
I will have a helium balloon with a glow stick attached on my car antennae.
1. Take exit 2A to merge onto I-5 N toward Los Angeles
0.6 mi
2. Take exit 21 for Sea World Dr/Tecolote Rd
0.3 mi
3. Turn left at Sea World Dr/Tecolote Rd
0.3 mi
4. Take the 1st right onto E Mission Bay Dr
0.1 mi
5. Take the 1st left onto Fiesta Island Rd
0.1 mi
6. Keep right at the fork
0.9 mi
7. Slight right to stay on Fiesta Island Rd
180 ft
WHAT: You can buy Wish Lanterns online at several different sites. Google 'Wish Lantern'. They are really cheap (starting at $1.50 each) and there is a great variety! I have a lot of wishes for this new year - it's going to take a lot of lamps...
Bring firewood for the bon fire. Bring a chair, blanket, snackies, smores, etc.
HOW: After lighting your lantern, make a wish and float it up to the sky. Maybe one of the Gods will hear your wish and make it come true.
Be sure to bring your cameras, this is going to be spectacular (Disclaimer - there is no guarantee that you will actually photograph one of the Gods).
Be sure to bring your cameras, this is going to be spectacular (Disclaimer - there is no guarantee that you will actually photograph one of the Gods).
WHO: Bring everyone - kids are welcome to this event.
WHY: It's Chinese New Year! It's beautiful, unique and fun - just like us!
Here's some fun facts about the Year of the Rabbit:
Chinese New Year - Year of the Rabbit
The Rabbit is a lucky sign. Rabbits are private individuals and a bit introverted. People born in the Year of the Rabbit are reasonably friendly individuals who enjoy the company of a group of good friends. They are good teachers, counselors and communicators, but also need their own space.
The Rabbit is a lucky sign. Rabbits are private individuals and a bit introverted. People born in the Year of the Rabbit are reasonably friendly individuals who enjoy the company of a group of good friends. They are good teachers, counselors and communicators, but also need their own space.
According to Chinese tradition, the Rabbit brings a year in which you can catch your breath and calm your nerves. It is a time for negotiation. Don't try to force issues, because if you do you will ultimately fail. To gain the greatest benefits from this time, focus on home, family, security, diplomacy, and your relationships with women and children. Make it a goal to create a safe, peaceful lifestyle, so you will be able to calmly deal with any problem that may arise.
Rabbit Years: 01/29/1903 to 02/15/1904 (Water), 02/14/1915 to 02/02/1916 (Wood), 02/02/1927 to 01/22/1928 (Fire), 02/19/1939 to 02/07/1940 (Earth), 02/06/1951 to 01/26/1952 (Metal), 01/25/1963 to 02/12/1964 (Water), 02/11/1975 to 01/30/1976 (Wood), 01/29/1987 to 02/16/1988 (Fire), 02/16/1999 to 02/04/2000 (Earth), 02/03/2011 to 01/22/2012 (Metal).
The Sign of the Rabbit
People born in the Year of the Rabbit share certain characteristics: Keen, wise, fragile, tranquil, serene, considerate, fashionable, and kind. Generally, they are quite calm, do not exhibit aggressive behavior, and will avoid confrontation at all costs. When angry about something, they will approach it calmly and considerately, hardly ever raising their voice. And they are quite keen and pay close attention to the situations developing around them. They are intelligent and quick, and can talk themselves in or out of most situations with no problem.
The Rabbit is a symbol for mercy, elegance, and worship of beauty. People born in the Year of the Rabbit are kind, loving persons, and dislike any hostile act. They give others an impression of being frail-looking because of their gentle appearance. But, in fact they are strong-minded and have strong wills. They pursue their ideals all their lives in a precise and orderly way. They do things slowly and deliberately because of their cautious characters.
There is no need to worry about their lives. They are nimble, clever and good at avoiding harm to themselves. They are talented and like artistic ventures, such as painting and music and are generally quite present in these worlds. They are also very hospitable, good hosts and warm-hearted companions. They never embrace others in public places. They know the art of saving face and giving consideration to the interests of both sides.
People born in the Year of the Rabbit are apt to be sensitive to ailments and to have bad allergies. Stress or conflict will detriment their health. Exercise could take off unnecessary stress and strengthen their physical condition. They have to learn to incorporate more action into their everyday routines.
They will become depressed and withdrawn if their homes do not consist of beautiful possessions that make them comfortable. Their homes and offices usually are clutter-free. They have really good communication skills and are best utilized in positions of management. They make great teachers and counselors because they are so diplomatic and well-organized. They can also make great painters or musicians due to their sense of beauty and their love of creativity.
Rabbit people are usually relatively careful when it comes to their finances. They use much of their money for possessions such as their homes, cars or furniture. They love hunting for antiques, arts and crafts and will tend to make sound investments in these types of things.
Famous Rabbit People: Angelina Jolie, Anjelica Huston, Drew Barrymore, Edith Piaf, Fanny Brice, Helen Hunt, Jane Seymour, Joan Crawford, Kate Winslet, Natasha Richardson, and Tina Turner.
