Age 35, 44: the Guǐ Chǒu Decade

From thirty-five to forty-four, Raven moved through a decade colored by Guǐ Chǒu, Water over Ox, which brought her what's called Indirect Wealth, the kind of opportunity and flowing resources that arrive less through her own effort and more through circumstance, connection, and generous timing. Her own earth nature was in what we call the Storehouse stage, a quieter phase where her vitality was held in reserve rather than actively pushing outward, which suited the reflective and receptive quality this period asked of her. The Water element favored her chart during these years, making this an easeful chapter overall; things moved with less friction than they might have in other decades. She likely found herself receiving more than she expected, whether through unexpected gains, helpful people appearing at the right moment, or doors opening without her having to knock so hard. This was a time when her restraint and patience paid dividends, when being still and storing her energy actually created space for good fortune to find her. Looking back now, she can probably see how those years were preparing something, gathering resources and wisdom quietly for what would come next.