Preparing for Yule - Day 38

I've realized over the past few days of posting that the cards are foretelling what's to come the following day as opposed to rehashing that day. Last night's card made complete sense. I did have to be a bit brave and I had a number of interactions where I had to be direct in my communication starting with the email that required me to respond to and take decisive action quickly with regard to a particular business matter and then make subsequent phone calls. I also was pleasantly surprised be seeing someone that is a new acquaintance yet feels like an old friend and wanted to speak very candidly about helping me cut the bullshit and start fresh on some things. It was a very Ace of Swords kinda day. But no Gerard Butler lol.

Now, on with tonight's card. It's from my brand spankin' new, Book of Shadows, So Below deck. I can see it becoming a favorite. I pulled the Emperor IV. We have a woman on the phone taking notes so she can be organized and prepared. I notice the he shirt is blue as opposed to the normal red associated with this Aries card. She remains cool and calm while still creating order for herself and others. She has her cup of coffee so she can stay alert and not turn into a grump. (My coffee maker was broken recently. SO not cool!) In the background she has a calendar with Samhain circled so she won't forget to prepare for the sabbat. Interesting, because I will be attending a misa, a Santeria ritual, where we will be celebrating Yule. Not sure how traditional that is but the misas I've attended are so nice and I always feel so much better, lighter after I attend.

Something made me pull two more cards and they tie in perfectly. The 8 of wands and the Page of Chalices. Together they perfectly illustrate one of the main things that occur at a misa, which is a seance, or communing with everyone's deceased loved ones who choose to come through. Look at the woman in a peacefully altered state drawing down spiritual energy, and the 8ofW is about messages, as is the PofC who is about loving or emotional ones. It is also a card of psychic communication. I think I will bring pen and paper so I can be prepared like the Emperor so I can have any important information at my disposal. And since the Emperor card is based on the patriarchal archetype, I have the distinct impression my daddy may pop in to give me an early birthday message. That would be the best present I could ever get.

 

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The Wife of Mars - Day 37

The Universal Goddess Tarot has given me the Ace of Swords who is expressed via the Roman goddess of war and the wife of Mars, Bellona. Since today was actually a pretty good one, I wonder what sort of shit is going to hit the fan tomorrow that I will have to embrace my assertive side and stand my ground. Being a sword, I will try to be clear in my communication, yet use diplomacy and remain objective. The AofSw always means a new opportunity to cut through bullshit and get rid of any stagnant energy or situations. I feel like perhaps some piece of mail or business conversation may occur. Maybe I'll get lucky and it just means someone will ask me to watch Sparta on Netflix and I can droll over Gerard Butler.

 

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Cheetah Girl - Day 36

The Animal Messages Oracle pulled me to it and now I completely understand why. Cheetah says, "A decision once made will be followed by unwavering action." This falls in line perfectly with the advice I received and posted about yesterday from my Queen of Swords Suzette. As a member of the cat family, I get the sense that following my intuition, my raw instincts will get me the best results. Like this feline, I needed to patiently assess and then rise above the situation in order to see things with more clarity. Look at that beautiful, endless expanse of azure sky and golden brush on the landscape. As scary as what I need to do is, Suzette told me it is the only way I will know true freedom. I don't like it, but my raw instincts know how true it is.

Lol! I have to laugh because my own sweet mini cheetah just jumped into my lap with her motor purringp as though to amen this message. I'll take that as confirmation.

 

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Queen of Swords/Sue Fox - Day 35

In last night's post I introduced working with the tarot court cards by initiating the weekly segment "Person of the Week" and it was the Queen of Swords. Well wouldn't you know that one of the people who had the most profound and direct effect on my life today is the epitome of the Queen of Swords! Suzette is one of my oldest and most trusted friends and the sharp sword of her Aquarian intellect and direct approach has brought me such clarity and a much needed sense of peace as well as courage. Our conversation made me see who the QofSw is in a different light. It reminded me of who all the Queens in general are, the nurturers, the example of how the element of water is expressed respective of each suite. So in this example the QofSw is Air of Water. In speaking with Suzette I had my emotions addressed but from a logical approach, and it benefited me greatly. Her objectivity helped narrow my scope of vision to focus on what is really important and encouraged me to find my own voice and speak MY truth so I can stop falling into the trap of trying to live up to the expectations of everyone else regardless of how much they love me, I love them, or their position in my life.

The QofSw in her more negative aspect is a very bitter, defensive and lonely woman because of her abrasive attitude and caustic toungue. Think, Malificet or Judge Judy. Suzette very candidly reminded me of the multitude of reasons she has to be that kind of woman given several of her life experiences and why she has worked through adopting those behaviors and attitudes so that I could see why they will cause me more harm than good. She didn't pull any punches yet still let me know beyond a shadow of a doubt that she loves and supports me no matter what. I am grateful beyond words to have been blessed with her endless, tireless loyalty and the beauty of her friendship. Thank you Sue Fox for as you put it, "a quarter of a century of friendship". I love you.

(And in case you are wondering, she is just as outspoken and direct as last nights example, Chelsea Handler, but has mellowed to have grace, wisdom and a sense of decorum. Unless you push her too far. Then?? God love ya cause that's yo ass lmao!)

*this card is from the Secret Tarot*

 

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Person of the Week - Queen of Swords - Day 34

So I've had this idea for weekly posts since like, forever. But because I am the most ridiculous procrastinator God ever created, I have not acted on it. Well in keeping with the theme of getting my shit together and having some kind if discipline by making a post, I will implement my new idea tonight. It's the "Person of the Week". In an attempt to focus on the court cards and gain a deeper understanding of them I will select a court card and make the comparison of it with an actual person. Sometimes I will choose a particular card after shuffling, sometimes I will intentionally pick a specific card. So with no further ado, let's meet this week's...

Person of the Week - Queen of Swords as Chelsea Handler - What better example for this suit than a talk show host. The QofSw is the type of woman who is very logical and her greatest asset is her sharp mind, equaled only by her razor sharp toungue and often times cutting, dry whit. She takes no shit and cuts to the core of any topic. That woman has no board of censors on duty in her head lol. It's like word vomit with her lol! And just like the QofSw, she can be a total asshole and not care how badly she hurts someone's feelings. But how freeing it must be to not keep your true feelings bottled up. And if you go up against someone who is a QofSw type of person, have your shit together because I promise you she will. Her delivery may suck, but she is honest, effective and you'll always know where you stand.

Now often times when I do a reading and a court card comes up it will match up with the person's zodiac sign. If that is the case, she would be an Aquarius, Libra, or Gemini. But I've learned the hard way that that isn't always the case and Chelsea is a prime example. I cannot believe this woman is a Pisces!? I'd have totally pegged her as a Gemini! She is the most outspoken, crass person and she cracks me up!

The QofSw from the Dark Angles deck has always made me go "Huh??" Now the blue makes me think of the throat chakra. But her demeanor is so calm, almost meek. Or maybe she is actually pausing to think before she speaks. Maybe she is being a good communicator by listening more and talking less. I will take these things into consideration tomorrow. I will be direct in my communication, think before I speak and listen carefully.

 

 

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Viking Territory - Day 33

The Vampire Tarot called to me tonight. Judgment XX asks me if I am ready to take a leap of faith into the unknown like a Viking ready to discover knew territory and up for any challenge. It's time to jump to it.

 

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Long Day, Sleepy Girl - Day 32

I have had the busiest day. A very good day, but a nonstop busy day. I am tired as shit. But I like I said on Day 1, no matter how tired, no matter how short the post, I will make one each day. It's about the discipline, commitment and follow through. All things I must get better about.

I shuffled an got the Rx Knight of Wands. How spot on. Having exerted a lot of energy doing things that excited and motivate you that you are just fried. My "Wife" and I spent the day having "Lady Day" as we call it. Her boyfriend is out if town and left me the keys so rolled out man. We hit Michael's, Marshal's, T.J. Maxx, Kirkman's, Ulta, broke for an scrumptious dinner and La Madaline, then on to World Market and Big Lots! Then came home and made charm bracelets (which I'm pretty proud of. Pictures later.) So then I pulled out the 4 of swords intentionally, as one of its defined meaning so-to-say is rest, recuperation and healing. This girl in the card is so damn tired, she's sound asleep in the snow lol. Like her, my ass is sleepy lol. AND I have to get up and go to my family's annual Cookie Sunday! Ugh! As much as I want to, I really just want to lay in pajamas, eat and watch football.

 

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