Adapt and Dive In

From the Vision Quest Tarot, the Two of Earth (Pentacles):

While the RWS traditional meaning of this card is juggling obligations and finding a balance, the Vision Quest interprets it as change. It's emphasis is that change is natural and normal; the sun is replaced by the moon, and then the moon by the sun. The vine produces flowers that are pollinated, which in turn become gourds. Eventually the vine dies, but within the gourds are seeds for a new generation of vines. I welcome change when I am uncomfortable and dread it when I am complacent. The lesson here is to adapt to changes in my health, finances and energy, whether they are increasing or decreasing. Otherwise I just waste energy fighting the change (and still get the same results).

The feathered friend from the Bird Cards this morning is the "Gannet:"

 

I wasn't familiar with this seabird, so I did a bit of research and found this amazing picture of one in a dive. Doesn't he look like a javelin? These birds seek out fish as they fly above the water, then make high-speed dives into the ocean to catch their meals. Because they often hit the water at over 60 mph, they must streamline their bodies and make them rigid to endure such an impact. The Gannet encourages me not to be afraid to make the adjustments I need to make. Such adaptations will help me find both balance and the goal I seek.