Friday: a lucky lucky lucky day

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Apparently, today is a very lucky, lucky, lucky day. The date, Aug. 8, 2008, translates into 8-8-8 - and in Chinese culture, the number eight signifies wealth and good fortune.

If you want to get married, you should do it today. Just a thought.

Comments

Anonymous said…
It was a fantastic Friday for me... I wish you've enjoyed yours!
I miss this exquisite (luck-wise) moment for marriage, I guess I should wait till 08-08-88 !
August 09, 2008
Anonymous said…
It was a nice day for me!
I will never forget such a day!
Hope it has been that nice to you,too Daisy jan!
August 09, 2008
Daisy said…
Always making excuses Shobeir! you can get married next September and call it your lucky number (09-09-09).
August 11, 2008
Daisy said…
Parinaz jan,
I'm sure it was a wonderful day for you :)
I hope you have days like that more often... Enjoy
August 11, 2008
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