Hi All,

Today, the angels share their thoughts on light in the darkness and in our hearts, on how we can bring light to the surface and experience more. I'll share the moments of presence that I've been slipping into lately and some thoughts on how to create more light in our lives simply and practically.

Happy holidays dear beautiful souls!
♥ Ann

by Ann Albers in Phoenix AZ

My dear friends, we love you so very much,

In a world filled with contrasts, there exists a singular light burning brightly beneath the surface of all creation. And while you celebrate its appearance in the babe in a manger and the oil in the lamp, it lives also in every newborn baby, in every candle, in every person, animal, and cell. It is the life in every blade of grass, every tree, every animal, in those you love and in those you cannot stand. There is nothing in all of creation that comes from a source other than this loving presence. There is nothing and no one that exists separate from it.

The greatest gift you can give yourself is to acknowledge this light within you—to remember you are sourced from love, and as a child of creation itself, you deserve your own love, compassion, and kindness. Take a moment to breathe and feel the love that is you, stirring within.

Even in your darkest hours, it is there, burning quietly in your depths. The Christ child was born in a cold and dark manger, intending from his first breath to illuminate darkness. The oil did not burn in a temple at peace—it burned after the ravages and shortages of war. Your holidays of light celebrate the presence of light emerging in spite of darkness, burning brightly regardless of the challenges around it.

The more you allow this light to shine within you, the more you become a beacon of hope and inspiration in your world. You will shine and be kind without an agenda, simply because it is your joy and your nature to do so. You will love because it feels better—and because it is your nature to love. You will illuminate those wanting to be illuminated and have no need to chase the darkness away from those who choose to hide in its shadows. You will be you—true to your loving heart, honoring your inner light, and respectfully allowing others the path they choose, even if it is not what you would choose for yourself.

The Christ child was born not to save the world by demonstrating might and right, but to demonstrate a love beyond reason and a peace that surpasses understanding. He came intending to fully embody the true Divine Self, hoping that others would feel, know, and acknowledge this love within their own hearts.

The "salvation" offered by this beautiful being was a powerful, loving energy that rippled through the field of human consciousness—one that said, You can love in spite of hate. You can be light in spite of darkness. You can find unity and connection with the Creator even when surrounded by those seeking to divide. You are so much more than you appear to be. You are greater than the circumstances around you. You are at one with the power that creates worlds, and when you know this, your love becomes a force for deep, lasting, and loving change.

Likewise, the lamp did not burn to eradicate all darkness, but to bring hope, inspiration, and a reminder that the Creator's love exists even when it is difficult to see or imagine. That light of the lamp burns within you. As you acknowledge it—whether through ceremony or silence—you find victory over darkness. You conquer ignorance and separation. You re-dedicate the temple of your human existence to Divine Love. You become the miracle.

Dear ones, as you enjoy your holidays, remember that this light exists in all beings and all things. It exists in the friends and relatives you can't wait to see and in the ones you'd rather avoid. It exists in the peace, calm, and caroling—and in the burnt desserts, the ornaments knocked off by the dog, and the dreidel the cat bats under the couch. It is everywhere, in all things and all beings.

If you take a breath and remember this light, all will be transformed. An otherwise annoying moment in traffic during last-minute shopping can become transcendent as you witness the miracle of being in human form—sitting in a vehicle amidst so many other human forms, all One, yet expressed with such diversity. It is magnificent.

During your holidays, pause now and then. Breathe. Put your hands on your heart and acknowledge the light within you. "The light of Christ, the light of the lamp, the light of Creation exists within me—and within all others." Be a little kinder to yourself, and as you envision this light in all souls, see where you feel inspired to extend that kindness to others.

You are never disconnected from this light—only from the experience of it. In grief, your loved ones stand near, ready to share. In frustration, your cries for love echo through the universe, and love begins to flow toward you in greater measure. Let it in. Pause. Breathe. Receive the light that streams through creation as it awakens within you.

And in doing so, you bring Christmas, Hanukkah, and all celebrations of light to life within yourself.

God Bless You! We love you so very much.
-- The Angels

Hi Everyone,

Can you believe it? The holidays are here. I feel like I took down the decorations last January, blinked, and suddenly I'm putting them up again. I love it.

In my heart of hearts, I am a creator. I love making homemade gifts, drying herbs, cooking, organizing, and cleaning. I love designing shirts and making junk journals. Plugging in a glue gun or pulling out a giant old Pyrex mixing bowl from a yard sale sends a simple thrill through my soul. My life isn't measured by grand moments or the number of people I assist, but by the simplest pleasures in which I find great light.

Lately, I've been overwhelmed often, seeing through the eyes of my soul and feeling the exquisite presence of love beneath all of creation. I was waiting for coffee at a local shop when I surrendered fully to the moment. The smell of fresh roast delighted my senses. Vintage Christmas music carried me back to simpler times. The baristas laughed together as they worked. To my left, a woman typed with clear focus, and on the shelves, green-and-gold mugs sparkled in the sunlight streaming through the window.  A single moment in time became magical. Before my coffee arrived, my heart was full of sights, sounds, smells, and sensations of life itself, expressed in so many forms. I went to my car and wept—overwhelmed to feel the One Love expressed in so many forms.

It's easy to acknowledge this love when life is pleasant, and far more difficult when things are tough. I know many people who are suffering emotionally, physically, or both. If I could wave a magic wand and take their pain away, I would. Instead, I do what I can and hold a vision of their joy, health, and well-being. I am privileged to know these brave souls who strive to bring light into darkness. I am humbled by their strength and grace. I know their light will prevail.

This time of year can stir up powerful emotions. Beneath it all, we just want to give and receive love. We want to be the light that we are. And we can—no matter what's happening in our lives.

We can snuggle under a warm blanket and sit in silent, peaceful presence. We can sing our favorite song. We can spend time with loved ones, or acknowledge our own light and strength, even if no one else is there to do it for us. We can share a smile with someone in need or speak sweetly to ourselves. We can sit with those people we wouldn't choose to be around normally and find the light in them, or find light in a singular moment of peace and qui

The light is always available.

So as we travel through a holiday season that seemed to arrive so quickly, here are a few ways to touch the light that never leaves...

This is a delicious and fancy dish even though it isn't hard to make! It is delicious served with a side of wild rice, and a good salad.

• 1 sheet Pepperidge farm frozen puff pastry sheets
• 4  boneless chicken breast cutlets
• 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
• 1 package 10-oz frozen creamed spinach, thawed
• ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
• ¼ cup chopped toasted pine nuts
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
• 1  small clove garlic, minced
• 1  egg beaten w/1 T water

Thaw pastry 20 minutes.

In a medium skillet, brown chicken in 3 T butter; set aside. Add remaining butter to skillet.

In a small bowl, combine spinach, parmesan, pine nuts, basil & garlic.

Preheat oven to 375°.

On a lightly floured surface roll each sheet of pastry to a 14 square.

Cut into four 7 squares. Spoon spinach mixture in center of each square; top with chicken breasts. Wrap pastry to enclose chicken. Seal.

Place seam side down on an ungreased baking sheet. B

rush with egg wash, sprinkle with additional parmesan.

Bake 20 minutes or until golden. Best served immediately although you can keep it warm in a 200 deg oven if the company is late!