That is amazing Craig, if we allow fate alone to lead our path, we are left with so many questions, yet when we put everything into cycles, sequential patterns or just simple meaning behind circumstances, it really makes sense. Like your relationship started 12 years ago, therefore utilizing the energy of the Chinese calendar it has achieved one full cycle, so now it requires the next step up, or the continual transformation energy, if you had not taken notice you may have found that your relationship is obstructed by energy without explanation, because we can not remain the same person, we must evolve and when in a relationship, two must evolve and it is actually wonderful when two people enhance each other, but that is not to say its easy, transformation is hard work and turns you inside out, but spiritually rewarding. It is a great year to set goals but keep in mind that getting the most out of it, you must chase those goals to a certain extent.
Good luck with the year of the tiger.