Here's Kelvin's winning poster in the Chinese Happy New Year competition. As you can see, this year, 2001, is the Year of the Snake. Click on the poster for the full size version.

Snake Sleeping in Winter

2001 is the year of the "Snake Sleeping in Winter". The image is one of a snake which builds up sufficient resources to last out the winter in comfort. On face value this may seem to imply that a successful year is ahead. This is not necessarily the case, but is dependent upon
sufficient work being done to ensure that success.

This is a year for preparation. In this particular snake year there is the association with deep winter, with potential hardship and difficulties to overcome. This is a year, therefore, in which your eyes should be fixed on your goals, but not so firmly fixed as to be blind to the short-term difficulties that lie in the path of your goals.

This is a year in which it is important be faithful to friends and family. Your network of support may be a significant asset in difficult times. Be prepared to be more than a fair weather friend and to walk the extra mile when someone is in need. That said, remember that there is a danger of excessive behaviour this year, so keep a balance, and just check to make sure you're not being taken for a ride.

Click here for the Chinatown Online page with predictions for all signs for the Year of the Snake and other activities.

Click here for Rochedale State School's Page.
Page by Glenda Crew, March, 2000