I am a dragon.  It was the animal sign designated to everyone born in the season when I first drew breath.  According to my cultural tradition I was born with the traits of the most magnificent of the Chinese animals.

Unlike the dragons of Europe, the Asian dragon is good.  It is full of promise, hope and productivity.  More than the strength that is physical, a dragon also connects the world with the spiritual strength from heaven.

The dragon is a symbol of a free spirit.  He does not conform to rules; those are arbitrary limits for others.  Creativity is his priority and restrictions cramp his style to be innovative and uninhibited.

As a dragon I feel what is descriptive of us.  Energy is constantly racing through my veins.  When I wake up, my mind is racing with things to do, ideas to test, thoughts to write down and options to weigh.

We think big.  As a follower of Christ, it is never acceptable to accept modest results.  Instead, we are always looking to see what God will do in His indescribable massive style.

Utterly irrepressible, the dragon doesn’t worry about details.  Whatever is the big picture is his bread and butter.  Ambition is key, not for show but a match of his faith in what God can do, what possible challenges are available and the progress that comes from success.

Dragons are independent creatures.  They will help others generously but are very reluctant to accept help from others.  Their friends benefit from their bountiful help and assistance.

Those who have a dragon as a friend, know that their loyalty is premier.  But, dragons err when they expect that same loyalty from others.  When they are betrayed it is a painful wound.

Several characteristics mark the dragon.  They are flexible, courageous and passionate.  Each dragon embraces honor, loyalty and optimism as their life values.

Dragons experience disappointment when betrayal touches their lives.  But, they grow in wisdom from those violations.  These grand creatures do not desire the spotlight.

If you have a friend who is a dragon, then you have a friend indeed.  Watch as time grows that friendship more deeply.  Then, you will be family. 

Keep up with your lifetime of loyalty.  He will keep you looking up, trusting in the spiritual strength from the Almighty.  A dragon knows that what counts is from God alone.

Happy Chinese New Year! 

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