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

Monday, December 30, 2013

Do the Work, Pay Close Attention

From the Thoth Tarot, the Princess (Page) of Disks:
At first glance, I was a bit concerned about the bare trees in the background because of the suit this Princess represents. But then I noticed the pregnant belly of the young woman; she has been preparing to create. Her disk shows a symbol of balance, meaning she can't just wish something into existence. She must study and learn as well as practice the skills she'll need to become proficient. The learning aspect is shown in the yellow background and in the light emanating from the spear tip. Soon she will be ready to produce her handiwork, and then she will firmly thrust her spear into the ground.

From the Vertical Oracle comes the card "Synchronicity:"
The two similar (and bizarre) horse heads reflect the phrase the author gives this card: "a message from the No Coincidences Dept." In other words, a meaningful occurrence of being in the right place at the right time is coming this way (and includes noticing its importance). The horse heads are backed by two berry-like fruits, suggesting that if I act or take heed of this circumstance, there will be results produced. Taking into account the Princess above, I would do well to do the work and pay attention to those meaningful coincidences.
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  1. EllenDecember 30, 2013 at 9:12 AM

    It is lovely to notice synchronicity. It always makes me smile: that notion of "it was meant to be".
    I still have difficulties with the Thoth cards, but this princess is beautiful!

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    1. thesycamoretreeDecember 30, 2013 at 12:30 PM

      I think my task is not just to notice it, but realize it is there to help me in some way and do my part in its guidance. Which may be difficult to do if it comes out of left field... :)

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    2. EllenDecember 30, 2013 at 12:34 PM

      What do you mean: if it comes out of left field.???

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    3. thesycamoretreeDecember 30, 2013 at 12:45 PM

      Sorry (sheepish grin) - that is an American expression meaning it is unexpected and somewhat odd. It may be a nice surprise or it may leave you with a "huh?" expression on your face.

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    4. EllenDecember 30, 2013 at 1:40 PM

      Okay I thought you were visually impaired on the left side and made a cynical joke about it! LOL

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  2. Neopagan PriestessDecember 30, 2013 at 10:44 AM

    The Princess/Page of Disks/Pentacles is my favourite Court card. I like that notion of study, and fecundity. Also, for me, she always has an aspect of body memory - of learning things at more than just a mental level :)

    As for those horses, they are seriously weird!

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    1. thesycamoretreeDecember 30, 2013 at 12:32 PM

      Ooh, I like the idea of her having body memory! And yes, the horses are weird - I couldn't figure out what was coming from their mouths and ears - fire?

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    2. Neopagan PriestessDecember 31, 2013 at 2:33 PM

      Isn't it the kind of decorations the Chinese put on their dragon figures? Though, from some angles, it looks like red Betty Boops :D

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    3. thesycamoretreeDecember 31, 2013 at 3:03 PM

      It does look like Chinese decorations (though now every time I see this card, I will see Betty Boops too, lol).

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  3. CaroleDecember 30, 2013 at 4:17 PM

    OMG! Check out the last email I sent you... It's as if this reading was meant for me! LOL! :D

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