Perceiving

From the Slow Tarot, the Queen of Swords; from the ROAR Oracle, Georgia O'Keeffe:

Happiness is temporary, but interest is continuous.

―Georgia O'Keeffe

People are often intimidated by this Queen, not only by her intellect, but because of her laser-like focus. When she listens, the person speaking has her full attention. She's not only hearing what they say, she's watching gestures, postures, and facial expressions as well as noticing their tone. Much of the Queen's insight comes from paying close attention; it allows her to separate the wheat from the chaff. Georgia O'Keeffe has been called the "Mother of Modern Art" and is known for her large, simplified portraits of nature. She painted her subjects the way they made her feel, making them over-sized because she wanted people to see their beauty: "We haven't time, and to see takes time." both of these women encourage us to slow down and be more perceptive and curious about what surrounds us each day.