Mutual Benefit

From the Tarot of the Crone, the Sun; from Transforming Dragons, Levornoc:

 I am your Bright Shadow.

I am the Goodness you've denied.

          I'm bone-weary with a migraine hangover this morning and feel like I've been baptized in the charnel grounds of the dead and dying. After dragging myself out of bed, I was extremely grateful to see this sunny lady show up in my daily draw. The words of Lorenzi-Prince seem written specifically for me: "After all the suffering in the world, it's time not to add to it one ounce. When the Sun comes out, it's okay to be happy." The heavy issues of late can easily transform me into Eeyore, believing any joy and laughter are out of place. Which is where Levornoc, the Dragon of Guilt comes into play. The finger-wagging (and tail pointing) comes out when the "shoulds" aren't met. It's amazing what kind of standards our own expectations can create. But I'll do my best today to focus on the light instead of the darkness, and try to notice those small things worth smiling about. Because, as L-P points out, "When the Sun shines, everyone benefits."