Farmhouse Friday Week 7 - My Fire Horse year

My daughter, Justine, told me that I was born under the Fire Horse sign.  I don't follow zodiac things, but she and I both find this interesting.  It only comes around every 60 years.  So, yes I'll be 60 this year.  For me, this is pretty accurate...

Being born under the Fire Horse (specifically 1966 or 2026) signifies a personality that is fiercely independent, charismatic, energetic, and highly ambitious, often ahead of their time. Fire amplifies the Horse's natural dynamism, leading to a passionate, sometimes impatient, and rebellious nature that seeks freedom and, historically, often challenged social norms. 

Key Characteristics and Context:

• Personality Traits: Those born in this year are considered magnetic, bold, and courageous but may struggle with impulsivity or burnout due to their intense, high-energy nature.
• Generational Impact: As it occurs once every 60 years in the Chinese zodiac cycle, it is seen as a "generational ignition" year for major transformation.
• The "Curse" Superstition: Historically, particularly in Japanese, and to a lesser extent Chinese, tradition, Fire Horse years—especially for girls—were viewed negatively, believed to produce women who were "too" strong-willed or independent for the traditional, submissive societal roles.
• Legacy: Rather than being truly "unlucky," the Fire Horse is associated with dramatic change and breaking down old, rigid structures. 

People born during these years (1966, 2026) are seen as natural leaders or disruptors, driven by a need to live authentically rather than conform

We are either an extrovert or introvert - I'm an extrovert.  I feel that my "Fire Horse" tendencies have set me a blaze many times in my life.  I have always stood by my convictions even if that left me out of the group.  I have always stuck up for the underdog at my own expense.  I am honest and tell it like it is.  I expect others to do the same to me.  If you're not, lie to me, cheat me or bully me - you awake a fire in me that I now can call my Fire Horse personality.  I have scared myself at times when that Fire Horse "rears up."   I try to keep it in the barn, but sometimes this Pony needs to run....ahaha

A “Curse” That Changed Demographics

In 1966, Japan saw a notable drop in births, which has been linked to the belief that women born in the Year of the Fire Horse would bring bad luck to their marriages and families, according to Nippon.com.

Neither the economy nor new policies caused this drop. It was driven by superstition.

For generations, people believed women born in the Year of the Fire Horse were too strong, too independent, and too disruptive for traditional families. They were seen as bad luck for marriage and home life. To avoid having a daughter with this label, many families chose to delay having children.

I know that one site said:  Fire Horse women, don't ask for permission - ahaha.  I NEVER ask, I just do....  Fire Horse women are "too much" - I've been told that a time or two.  Fire Horse women are "blazing trails" often times "too soon or ahead of their time."  My life's story!!!!   "EWW you have sales in a barn, no thank you" - really?? Now it's the thing to do.  "EWW you bought that from a rummage sale" - now, thrifting is trending.  I could go on....but, I'll stop.  Fire Horse "overly ambitious" often "burning out" - oh mamacita I get that!   

So, I plan to embrace this, my 60th Fire Horse year!  I have many challenges ahead of me that will require the best of what I am.  I think the Fire Horse is part of that.  

Blessings from Ringle, Wisconsin.