I use tarot and oracle cards as tools for reflection and contemplation. Rather than divining the future, they are a way for me to look more deeply at the "now."
"The goal isn't to arrive, but to meander, to saunter, to make your life a holy wandering." ~ Rami Shapiro

Saturday, April 9, 2016

Unfamiliar Road

From the Tarot of the Crone, the Three of Disks; from Transforming Dragons, Selbern:
Hold on, to me as we go
As we roll down this unfamiliar road
And although this wave is stringing us along
Just know you’re not alone
'Cause I’m going to make this place your home
Settle down, it'll all be clear
Don't pay no mind to the demons
They fill you with fear
The trouble it might drag you down
If you get lost, you can always be found
Just know you’re not alone
'Cause I’m going to make this place your home 
~ G. Holden and A. Pearson

          Lorenzi-Prince's view of the Three of Disks is that it represents the bonds and connections that help us expand our world. I couldn't help but hear Phillip Phillips singing "Home" when I saw the image. Looking down that unfamiliar road, I'm sure the robed companions are glad to have each other along for support. We all have an area where we are more talented or knowledgeable than the average person. It makes sense that together rather than separately is how we'll make the most progress.
          The dragon Selbern has been given the keyword "loquacious," meaning talkative. But this isn't engaging, informative or thought-provoking talk, it's just annoying jabber - the kind meant to fill the space of quietness. In the Jewish practice of Mussar, the definition of humility is "limiting oneself to an appropriate space while leaving room for others." There may be times when I need to speak up and dispense information or ask questions. But there are also times when I need to listen while others speak or even just sit and think. Working together, especially in unknown terrain, we need to be aware of our appropriate space.

8 comments:

  1. I really like the imagery of the Three of Disks. The comfort of traveling companions. Those that are there to help us through when the dragons strike.

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    1. "Comfort of traveling companions" - that's a lovely turn of phrase with a lot of truth. :)

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  2. I'm on the road this week, but will be traveling with you all courtesy of technology...

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    1. Yeah - road trip! I'll be curious to see how you enjoy using apps.

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  3. I am hearing "Country Roads, take me home, To the place I belong..."
    M and I were shopping fro clothes for me this afternoon. I was so grateful for her support because she a an eye for what looks good on me and what doesn't. We had a great time together. Acccepting her advice resulted in a lovely oversized cardigan and a denim jacket

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    1. Gosh, I haven't thought of John Denver in years...
      Sounds like a lovely time with your daughter! :)

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  4. That image in 3 of Disks also holds a strong, rather graphic, female vibe. (If you squint and have looked at Thoth too long, I guess!)

    In any case, it's certainly not a winding path, and there are no distractions along the way. In wonder if there are any paths in this life that are so straight and narrow.

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    1. Anything that looks cooperative looks feminine to me. :) My first thought was that the road looked like an easy one to travel; my second thought was there were no road signs to mark progress or give warnings. Thanks for dropping by Carla!

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