The Twelve Gifts of Birth...

 The Twelve Gifts of Birth... 


At the wondrous moment you were born, as you took your first breath, a great celebration was held in the heavens, and twelve magnificent gifts were granted to you by the angels...... ...

The first gift is Strength.... ...
May you remember to call upon it when you need it.

The second gift is Beauty .......
May your deeds reflect its depth.

The third gift is Courage..... .
May you speak and act with confidence and use courage to follow your own path.

The fourth gift is Compassion .......
May you be gentle with yourself and others. May you forgive those who hurt you, and yourself when you make mistakes.

The fifth gift is Hope ....
Through each passage and season, may you trust the goodness
of life.

The sixth gift is Joy .......
May it keep your heart open and filled with light.