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RP Issues of 2015

2015, February 19. Year of the Goat Special Souvenir Sheet

Litho Offset, 3-D Embossing with Gold Hot Stamping;

Unwatermarked, 140mm x 96mm, Perf. 13 (100p), Perf 13 1/4 (50p)

Thai-British Security Printers

Souvenir Sheets of 3

200p Souvenir Sheets of Three   (5,000)

   50p Year of the Horse

100p Year of the Goat

   50p Year of the Monkey

First Day Covers: Manila

Privately Issued FDC Envelope



2015 YEAR OF THE GOAT

2015 is the Year of the Goat (or Sheep or Ram) according to Chinese zodiac. It starts from February 19, 2015 (the Lunar New Year / Spring Festival of China) and lasts to February 7, 2016. In Chinese, Sheep, Goat or Ram, uses the same general term yáng for these animals.

The Goat's Personality: Calm, Gentle... People born in a year of the Goat are generally believed to be gentle mild-mannered, shy, stable, sympathetic, amicable, and brimming with a strong sense of kindheartedness and justice. They have very delicate thoughts, strong creativity, and perseverance, and acquire professional skills well. Although they look gentle on the surface, they are tough on the inside, always insisting on their own opinions in their minds. They have strong inner resilience and excellent defensive instincts. Though they prefer to be in groups, they do not want to be the center of attention. They are reserved and quiet, most likely because they like spending much time in their thoughts. Goats like to spend money on fashionable things that give them a first class appearance. Although goats enjoy spending money on the finer things in life, they are not snobbish.

Good Health for "Goats". People born in a year of the Goat are very serene and calm. Therefore they tend to have fewer health problems. If goat people are in mental and emotional good spirits, this should have a positive effect on their physical health. Eating fresh and organic produce, and eliminating red meat from their diet when possible, is an effective way to keep healthy. They should get out among nature and commune with the great outdoors. Fresh air, trees, and sunshine will all do wonders for their health. Goat people should have a regular schedule for meals and keep their sleep and waking times consistent.

The Best Jobs or Career for Goats. People born in the year of the goat prefer to work in a team. Their best work partners are Horses. They are not crazy about status and power. Unless asked, they won't ever volunteer for anything and act as leaders. Good career choices for goats are pediatrician, actor, daycare teacher, interior designer, florist, hair stylist, musician, editor, illustrator, and art history teacher.

http://www.chinahighlights.com/travelguide/chinese-zodiac/goat.asp

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