at least in China. That's because this is a rare lunar year; it has two Springs and is longer than the usual 385 day lunar year. Plus, this year, the year of the dog, is seen as being good for marriage and next year, the year of the pig, is one which smiles on newborns.
So, many Chinese are getting married in 2006. Marriage registrations have doubled. Couples line up at registry offices at 5:30 a.m. to beat the rush. Parents gather in parks to advertise the marriage charms of their children. Disc jockeys and photographers are in short supply. The price of roses has gone up by 38%. More advertising is being placed for diapers and baby foods. People postponed marriages scheduled for last year.
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