Horses and Snakes, Oh My!

Happy New Year, everyone! Are you ready for 2026? 

2025 was a heavy year. The energy was heavy. There was lots of worry. There were many endings (in numerology, 2025 is a “9” year, which is a year of endings). 

2026 starts a brand new cycle. In addition, it is the Chinese Zodiac year of the Fire Horse, which starts February 17. Things should feel lighter, and more enthusiastic. There is hope in the air.

If you want to know more about the Year of the Horse, go to this site: https://www.travelchinaguide.com/intro/social_customs/zodiac/horse.htm

If you were born in the year of the Horse (which comes around every 12 years, but a Fire Horse only comes around every 60 years), you can find out more about what the Chinese Zodiac says about all the different elements (Fire, Water, Metal, Earth, Wood) here: https://www.travelchinaguide.com/intro/social_customs/zodiac/horse/five-elements.htm

My brother was born in the year of the Horse. He is very much as described, and has always been a champion of the workers of the world. I admire him greatly for his fortitude and ability to show people what’s wrong and how it could be better.

My spicy red horse, Sunny, who was a fabulous partner!

My mom (Year of the Ox) gave me a book years ago called “Chinese Chance” - she said I was a perfect example of someone born in the year of the Tiger. It amazed me, because she was never into astrology or anything like that. It started a lifelong fascination for me about the Chinese Zodiac (and how it relates to that “other” astrology).

Not sure how my dad (Year of the Pig) coped with such strong personalities. No wonder he was so quiet!

We wish you all the best in this year of the Fire Horse. May you take what you need, and leave the rest. Grab horsey by the tail, and enjoy the ride!