by Tessa Prieto-Valdes, Philippine Daily Inquirer, 31 December 2017

Ref:  http://lifestyle.inquirer.net/283441/whats-store-us-year-earth-dog/

Happy New Year!

For people who had a brilliant 2017, I wish for your continued success and endless lucky days in the coming year. For those who have been challenged a bit more this year, may 2018 bring more luck, good fortune and improved health.

What’s in store for us in the Year of the Earth Dog? From Feb. 16, 2018 until Feb. 4, 2019, the Earth Dog will take over as the ruling animal of the Chinese zodiac. For feng shui followers, the changing of the lunar year brings different opportunities and certain challenges for each animal sign. Understandably, many people look forward to the luck forecasts for their respective birth signs as they go through another year.

To guide us in maximizing the positive energies and deflecting the negative ones indicated in each animal chart, feng shui master Marites Allen has written and released her much awaited Feng Shui Almanac, Feng Shui Planner and 12 horoscope books for 2018, in partnership with ABS-CBN Publishing. She gave a sneak preview into the luck readings for each astrological sign:

Rat: Long-term benefits expected, but need to be wary of the misfortune star.

Ox: Pleasant news related to promotion or further career development.

Tiger: A reasonably good year, but must control temper and avoid confrontations.

Rabbit: Monetary gains from last year may be extended to this year.

Dragon: Take it easy, and make sure to implement a calculated risk for anything that you do in 2018.

Snake: There will be more chances for your upward achievements.

Horse: A very rewarding year, especially in the love department.

Sheep: You may have to redouble your efforts to achieve whatever goals you wanted.

Monkey: Many positive events to look forward to.

Rooster: Do not be too busy that you neglect your personal health.

Dog: New beginnings are in the horizon and income growing in 2018 is very possible.

Boar: A great start for a new year; however, betrayal may be on the horizon.

Each book provides monthly readings for one’s career, business, health and relationships. There are also feng shui suggestions for the home, auspicious fashion and accessories, guide to the lucky and unlucky house orientations for each month, and many more useful tips. The books are now available at National Book Store and all Frigga Charmed Life boutiques, as well as online at frigga.co.uk, wealthluck.com, lazada.com.ph and o-shopping.com.

Marites is also hosting the 13th Annual Feng Shui Extravaganza on Jan. 6, 2018, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Marco Polo Ortigas, Meralco Avenue, Pasig City.

The extravaganza will help attendees navigate the Earth Dog year, with actual tools to attract good fortune for the New Year. (To reserve seats, call 0920-9509390; or e-mail ilovefrigga@gmail.com, maritesallenevents@gmail.com).