Page 43 - November pages 1 to 48
P. 43

November



       November takes its name from ‘Novem’, Latin for nine, because it was the ninth month
         of the year in the original Roman calendar; but they added January and February so
                           November became the eleventh month.

                The Birthstones for November is the Topaz and Citrine

                         Topaz is a crystal of truth and forgiving. It is a symbol of chastity,
                         happiness, true friendship and hope. The topaz healing abilities
                         are connected to spiritual and physical rejuvenation. It releases
                         tension and promotes feelings of joy and happiness.


        Citrine is a transparent, yellow variety of Quartz. Throughout history,
        it has been valued for its beauty and brilliance, remind us of the
        bright, warm sun and the vitality of life. Their vibrant yellow colour
        and shining clarity often represent a healthy mind and body as well as
        happiness and success.

                The November Birth Flower is the
                        Chrysanthemum
        A white chrysanthemum is a symbol of loyalty and devoted
         love. In general, they are believed to represent happiness,
         love, longevity and joy. Since the flower blooms in the fall,
          the chrysanthemum signifies joy and beauty despite the
                         oncoming winter


                             The zodiac signs for November is
                           Scorpio - October 23 to November 22
                         Sagittarius - November 21 – December 21

             Libra                                                  Sagittarius

                                   November Facts
       •  November is the only month used to represent a letter in the phonetic alphabet
       •  According to research published in 2008, serial killers are more likely to be born in
          November than any other month.
       •  “November’s sky is chill and drear, November’s leaf is red and sear [withered].” Sir
          Walter Scott.

                                          43
   38   39   40   41   42   43   44   45   46   47   48