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The Chinese New Year began on February 17th. For the first time since 1966, this is the year of the Fire Horse! This legendary fiery steed is born every 60 years to lead us all into the new year with strength and courage, but what else does this symbol of a smoldering equine mean for all of us? To understand why 2026 is not just the year of the Horse but of the Fire Horse, you need to understand both the Legend of the Horse and how the fire element from the Chinese zodiac af

This quote surprised me in my Inbox two days after Magic died. Magic was true to his name - a shining bright presence - very vocal, curious, mischievous, and into everything. At 26 years old, he was in great shape, great health, and spent his last day grazing out in the extra pasture. Grazing in that pasture was always a special treat because it was where horses were not usually allowed, only humans, so the grass was thicker and totally undisturbed. His death was sudden and

When you hear the words, “Fire Horse”, what images and words come to mind? I’ve noticed lately that the mention of these words are like an instant, involuntary Rorschach test. You know - that old psychological test using a series of inkblots to gauge a person’s personality. According to Chinese and Tibetan calendars, adding the element of Fire to the year of the Horse brings an exceptional intensity to the traditional symbols that the horse represents - freedom, speed, power,