08/08/08 - Once In A Lifetime

Today is August 8 2008 - 08/08/08. This is an auspicious date for the Chinese especially because the number 8 is believed to bring wealth. And many Chinese all over the world chose this date to tie their knots because of this unique date and of course, it is easy to remember. Speaking of easy to remember, wouldn't it be nice if your kid is born on this day? When he or she needs to fill in the birthdate in the future, it'll be just 08/08/08. In fact, this 08/08/08 happens once in a lifetime and the pattern is once every decade, because you can't turn back the clock. To quote the lyrics of a Westlife song, "If I could I would, turn back the time."
Next up, 09/09/09!