The Chinese welcome the year of the Fire Horse this 2026.
But the horse isn’t always firey …it also possesses a gentle, rugged spirit.
For everyone on Vocal, for the Lunar New Year. And for those who need it at this time…may the gentle spirit of the horse, and the red packets of blessing, be a guide.
A red envelope
Sealed with good fortune and grace
A blessing of luck.
Second red packet
Closed and given with sweetness
A blessing that binds.
A third red packet
With success hidden within
Little gift of hope.
A fourth red packet
Given with grace of good health
And a wish of strength.
Final red packet
Filled with nuggets of pure joy
For the year ahead.
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