Your Year Ahead Reading

	June The Crow Crow is always on the alert for trouble?and their loud caws! warn each other of impending danger, Very little escapes Crow?s keen vision?which is why many cultures associate Crow with the keeper of knowledge. Crow has flapped his way into your life today to bring a message of watchfulness?have you built your nest high enough to really understand what?s going on around you?
	July Antelope Antelope medicine is one of right action. If you were to visit Northern Plains today, you would see groups of antelope scattered about the fields and hills. However they are so quiet and unmoving that (from a distance) they resemble stones. But, get too close and they move like lightening. Antelope asks you: are you being still when you should be moving, or moving when stillness is required?
	August Mockingbird Mockingbirds are master imitators, and can mimic the calls of many other birds. They?re also fearless protectors of their nest, and will attack any bird (no matter how large) to protect their young. Mockingbird?s lesson for you today is twofold: to listen to how you might be mimicking others?instead of listening to your own true voice; and to examine the value of what you defend. Hmmm?
	September Eagle Eagle soars high enough to see the grand panorama of life, and yet has vision keen enough to spot a fish a mile away. How's your vision? Are you seeing the big picture or are you only concentrating on the fish? Eagle is asking you to take a step back so you can once again see the whole. You've gotten so lost in the trees you've forgotten the forest.
	October Wolf Wolf can survive either as a loner or as part of a pack, and he howls to remind you that you have to balance the needs of others with the needs of the self. If you?re giving yourself away to your own detriment, you are living in opposition to Wolf medicine. Return to balance?and begin feeding your emotions, your mind, and your body.
	November Ant Ant is dutiful, patient, industrious and focused. If you ever put an obstacle in the middle of an ant trail, you?ll notice that ant will go over it, around it, or even under it?but ant will NOT let the obstacle drive him backwards. Above all, ant is a team player, and knows that if each member of the team does his assigned task, the team will succeed. Do you have goals that are best met by team effort? If so, get the other players off the bench and let them into your game.
	December Skunk Phew! Everyone knows Skunk's power?that's why people (and other animals) get out of his way! If you're lacking self-esteem, Skunk is there to help. You are worthy of a happy life?and if someone is making you miserable, look to Skunk as a confidence builder. Remember, though, Skunk doesn't have to spray to be powerful?his reputation precedes him! And, like Skunk, you don't need to spray either-but you do need to stand your ground calmly, and with Skunk's confidence.
	January Otter Otter represents one of the most playful feminine energies on earth?and she has swum over into your reading to bring a message of joyful play. If life has been difficult or challenges overwhelming, relax a little?Otter is here to remind you that play is just as important as work?and NOT competitive play, but rather the kind you loved as a child. Hopscotch anyone?
	February Fox Fox medicine represents the ability to blend in. She can change colors to blend with the seasons?becoming almost invisible against a backdrop of snow or foliage. Fox also has an amazing sense of smell that enables her to sniff out dangerous situations. Be like a Fox?street smart and safety savvy?don't call attention to yourself as today is a day of watch and wait.
	March Badger Badger is a ferocious opponent, unwilling to back down over any issue. Unfortunately, this unwavering stance leads some Badgers to their demise. If Badger has dug into your reading, he is asking whether you are fighting the right fight. Is this issue the hill you?re willing to die on, or are you fighting for no other reason than pure stubbornness? Think about it.
	April Porcupine Porcupine has appeared in your reading today to bring a message of innocence and trust. Although Porcupine can throw quills when cornered, he is gentle, loving, and non-aggressive. Is there an area of your life that need Porcupine energy? Have you lost the ability to trust??
	May Heron Is your life in a state of balance? If not, long-legged Heron has flown in today to help you. Because Heron is a water bird, he is most often associated with emotions. He stands motionless, almost in a trance, his body mirrored in the water below. Take a few moments today to be like Heron?be quiet, go within, and discover the answer to your questions.

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