From the Norse Tarot, the Ten of Cups; from the Viking Lenormand, Broom:
May the hinges of friendship never rust, or the wings of love lose a feather.
—Edward Bannerman Ramsay
This group of folks raise their glasses to commemorate a special occasion. Toasts often include wishes for a long life, health, and prosperity - basically all the good things we'd want for ourselves. Such moments not only allow us to honor others, they give us a chance to recognize our own blessings and the love that surrounds us. The Broom is a symbol of clearing away that which prevents a fresh start or growth in our lives. Bill Wilson wrote, "It is plain that a life which includes deep resentment leads only to futility and unhappiness." That doesn't leave much fertile ground for any relationship to grow. Wilson suggests that we offer a daily blessing for those we resent, wishing for them everything we would want. Even if we don't really mean it, we do it anyway. Eventually we'll sweep away the anger and bitterness, replacing them with a deeper understanding and compassion.
Scotch Broom is an invasive shrub here, and they are always hacking it down and digging it out. Kind of a different way of sweeping clean yet related to broom. Useless trivia from Judy. (waves)
ReplyDeleteIsn't that the way? What is often thought of as beautiful by some suddenly takes over and drives out the native ones.
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