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

Friday, March 17, 2017

Fools and Their Friends

From the Tyldwick Tarot, the Fool; from the Antiquarian Lenormand, the Ring:
  
          Instead of climbing into the mirror like Alice (Through the Looking Glass), this Fool is about to step into physical reality. The butterflies allude to the transformations that will occur as a result of his experiences, while the artist mannequin (featureless and movable) implies he has the potential to shape his life and become whatever he would like. The greyhound looks impatiently at his companion; he is ready to leap from the mantel and get this journey started. As I start my day, I too have the power to view the day ahead with enthusiasm and wonder or sigh about my aches and what needs to be done. Into what shape will I mold it? The Ring symbolizes commitment, and it immediately made me think of an old friend I'll be meeting for coffee this morning. We haven't seen each other for over a year, even though she is local. She travels extensively for her job and to visit her family; my obligations to family and the five women I sponsor in the program keep me busy too. Yet she takes her friendships seriously and has frequently emailed me about possible dates for a meet-up. Rather than giving up when our schedules don't coincide, she stays in contact. What fool wouldn't be excited about starting the morning off with such a loyal friend?   
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  1. Sharyn Mallow WoerzMarch 17, 2017 at 9:41 AM

    On the few days I feel 100 years old, I remind myself, it is entirely possible this is the best day I'll ever have and it might be worse tomorrow.

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    1. thesycamoretreeMarch 17, 2017 at 12:21 PM

      I consider it a spiritual practice to look at my day with curiosity rather than dreadful anticipation. :)

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  2. Carolyn TindorMarch 17, 2017 at 10:11 AM

    Picking up with a friend after a long absence is like that ring, all bright and shiny again.

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    1. thesycamoretreeMarch 17, 2017 at 12:21 PM

      She is one of those friends with whom it is easy to do just that!

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  3. EllenMarch 17, 2017 at 10:51 AM

    I hope you will have a lovely get together!!

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    1. thesycamoretreeMarch 17, 2017 at 12:22 PM

      We did have a great time catching up with each other! Hopefully it won't take so long to get together again. :)

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  4. TriviumMarch 18, 2017 at 5:19 AM

    My all time favourite fool card - I have two dogs like that one. Today they're full of foolish excitement for a whole weekend of walking :)

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    1. thesycamoretreeMarch 18, 2017 at 6:42 AM

      Oh I miss having a dog! I still have 2 cats, but you can't take them for walks (I've tried). :D I've heard wonderful things about greyhounds!

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  5. TriviumMarch 18, 2017 at 6:59 AM

    Walking the cats. Gosh that gave me a laugh thank you!

    Mine are whippets (like a miniature greyhound) - the closest thing you can get to a cat in the dog world.

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    1. thesycamoretreeMarch 18, 2017 at 6:52 PM

      I wish I would have videoed my effort. One cat (the older one) was like a stack of books without a bookend when I but the harness vest on her - she just fell over. The other (tomcat) I got outside hooked to a leash with the vest on; he immediately turned on a dime, ran back to the front door and started scratching like a dog to get back in. :D
      Whippets sound awesome.

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