The angel of January teaches us to look within,
to take stock of ourselves and our lives.
The January angel keeps us company as we ponder over those long ,
cold winter nights, helping us to be honest with ourselves
and to be patient at the same time.
Conveying the wisdom of an elder, the January angel takes our hand
as we seek to glean understanding from our lessons from the past year.
With support such as this, we can give ourselves both recognition
and admonition in their turn. With this help, we are able to chart a new course
or alter our present one. We seek and receive the companionship of the
angel of January to warm us through the winter of our introspection.

Angel of February

The angel of February is the angel of patience.
During the dark blustery nights of February, when nature is in a deep chill
and we long for a sign of warmth and life,
this angel can help us learn to await with grace the first signs of spring.
February's angel teaches us that winter has it's own special peace,
that being snowbound or staying indoors can be a welcome respite
from the busyness of life. In February, we can complete unfinished projects
and prepare for new initiatives in the spring.
February's angel brings us the gift of patience, helping us to enjoy the
solitude and quietness of the winter, Guiding us to replenish
our energy for the warm, busy days ahead.

Angel of March

The angel of March brings to us stamina and courage.
As the long winter ends, we take heart from the crocuses
that push their heads up through the snow. The angel of March cheers us
through life's frozen moments, boosting our morale and helping us
achieve new landmarks. With the angel's help, we dare to break through
whatever barrier, whether personal belief or lack of self confidence,
that holds us back. We gather the will to launch a lifelong dream
or begin the project we have envisioned, but never dared to tackle.
As the sun begins to warm up our spirits, the March angel rejoices
with us at the first sign of spring and gives us courage
to prepare for a new and daunting, and yet fulfilling task.

Angel of April

The angel of April is the spirit of rebirth.
As the days grow longer and the sun begins to warm us and the earth,
April is a time for new life and new beginnings.
The angel of April spurs us to test ourselves in new directions
and to make ourselves vulnerable in the face of unfamiliar people,
situations and places. Encouraged by the April angel,
we search for new and novel endeavors that will enrich our lives
and bring new meaning to our career or family roles.
The April angel teaches us to delight with each sign of awakening,
in nature and within ourselves.

Angel of May

The angel of May brings the blush and promise of spring.
May's angel rejoices with us as we take heart at the sight of trees
and shrubbery in bloom and relish our anticipation of the fruits to come.
This angel of spring reminds us that this is the time of
awakening the seed within ourselves. Perhaps we have a deep longing,
an artistic talent unexplored,or a friendship never quite attempted.
The angel of May will help us to discover this potential,
nurturing our spirits so we can dare to fulfill this hidden promise
and issue forth the fruits of a life fully lived.

Angel of June

The angel of June helps us to flourish and grow strong.
June's angel teaches us to sustain our enthusiasm for the new projects
and directions we started in the spring.
In this glorious time of sunshine and growth, we learn to seek out
the warmth of friendships and family ties, to help nurture the seeds we planted
and become all that we were meant to be.
The angel of June urges us to be steadfast in our intentions,
to renew our dedication and to stay the course intended for us.

Angel of July

The angel of July brings a season of leisure,
a time to play, frolic and replenish our energy.
The projects we started in the spring should be well on their way
and growing stronger on their own. July's angel urges us to take the time,
now, to step back and observe what we have planted.
The July angel encourages us to tend to the garden of life,
to care for what we have started, and to be objective enough
to weed out the unhealthy and unproductive elements.
This angel of summer reminds us to nurture the people and things
that will bring us happiness and contentment,
so we can produce for ourselves a crop of joy and fulfillment.

Angel of August

The angel of August is the angel of perseverance.
The new directions we began in the spring may have become
difficult to sustain. Like a garden that needs constant watering and weeding
in the scorching sun of August, our projects and dreams require staying power
and determination to bring them to fruition.
The angel of August helps us with unflagging energy
to tend the garden we have planted. When the hot summer sun
and the work of our lives demand too much of us, The August angel brings
us the fortitude to cleave to our tasks through completion.

Angel of September

The angel of September helps us to prepare for the harvest at hand.
As the summer draws to a close, September's angel reminds us
to pause and gather fresh strength because the culmination
of a program often demands one last burst of energy.
The September angel brings us this boost, seeing us through
the fulfillment of our task. This late summer angel also helps us recognize
the fruits of our labors and share the bounty with others
of what we have created in our lives. In September, we take delight
in our good fortune, whether in a garden, a relationship, or a career,
and we share our joy with all those whose support has made our harvest possible.

Angel of October

The angel of October rejoices as we reap the harvest of what we have sown in life.
October is a good time to step back from our projects and our dreams
and take a hard look at what we have actually accomplished.
The October angel helps us to be honest and objective about what is good
and what is not. With this help, we can clearly face the consequences
of our choices over the past seasons. We will taste our harvest
and reject what is bitter or unripe; we will make note of what worked
and what did not, and we will change for the better.
October's angel teaches us that the greatest fruit
of our personal harvest is understanding ourselves.

Angel of November

The angel of November is the angel of humility.
This autumn angel brings a special gift that helps deepen the meaning
of the Thanksgiving season for ourselves and our loved ones.
November's angel urges us to acknowledge and appreciate the
supporting roles others have played in our lives this year and every
other year, and even thank those who have taught us difficult lessons.
The angel of November leads us to give thanks in a new way
by forgiving old hurts and healing broken friendships.
Thus we help one another to be truly grateful for our
relationships and the richness they bring to our life.

Angel of December