It is the year of the dog and I will turn 24 in over a month. According to Chinese astrology, this is supposed to be a good year for me.

Yet, Carol warns me that the year that I am 24 will…not be good. The Chinese astrologists also see that there is something wrong with the stars…that we should be careful. My friend (also my age) has started to wear red string or red underwear. Red is lucky and with it, we\’ll protect ourselves.

So this morning, I finally found a pseudo-red string in my drawers and tied it around my wrist.

I really don\’t believe in superstition or astrology. Yet, I wonder if the past few months has…been unlucky. I broke my right hand. I still haven\’t found a job (although I am still optimistic). And well…last weekend. However, what if?

Luck is all a matter of perspective. This silver lining in a gray cloud is something I naturally seek. Even when the rain pours, I don\’t see the rain really, I see the sun shining on the horizon. But I will try out wearing the red string for awhile.