The Year of The Great Race & The Metal Rat

How did the Rat become the number one sign in the Chinese Zodiac?
This is the most widespread Chinese zodiac legend. The Jade Emperor (The Emperor in Heaven in Chinese folklore) ordered that animals would be designated as calendar signs and the twelve that arrived first would be selected. On that day, the rat got up very early and very early and rushed to the gathering site. On the way, he encountered the ox that ran much faster.

In order not to fall behind, he thought up a good idea. He made the straightforward ox carry him on condition that he sang for the ox. At last, the ox and rat arrived first. The ox was happy thinking that he would be the first sign of the years, but the rat had already slid in front, and became the first lucky animal of the Chinese zodiac. That's how did the rat win the race.

Then what is the 12 animals of Chinese zodiac in order? Following Rat, Ox, are Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Sheep, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, Pig.

Chinese Zodiac Story of Cat
At that time, the cat and the rat were good friends and neighbors. When they heard of the news that the Jade Emperor were selecting zodiac animals, the cat said to the rat: 'We should arrive early to sign up, but I usually get up late.' The rat then promised to awaken his friend and go together. However, on the morning when he got up, he was too excited to recall his promise, and went directly to the gathering place. When the cat finally arrived, the selection was over. That’s why the cat hates the rat so much that every time they meet, the cat will chase and kill it.
 

2020 -- YEAR OF THE GOLD (METAL) RAT
The ingenuity, adaptability, and perseverance of the rat make 2020 the year of possibility. Good fortune and achievement are attainable with diligence and hard work. Rat year is a time of strong endings and fresh beginnings because Rat is the first sign of the Chinese zodiac that starts a new 12-year cycle.

This is a manifesting year. The beginning of a brand new cycle. Manifest want you want to start this year…
Do Vision Boards…Do Business Plans… Start building what you want this year, but It will be through hard work, your wits, and perseverance.  

Rat is number one, the ability to be first in all things is a Rat trait......Be the first this year

Anticipate scientific discoveries, medical breakthroughs, and an increase in technological inventions. Creativity flourishes, with advancement in everything from artificial intelligence to traveling in space.