This week I'll be using the Prisma Visions Tarot, created and self-published by James R. Eads; the companion booklet was written by Katherine Tombs. The oracle I'll be using alongside it is the Secret Language of Color Cards, created by Inna Segal and published by Beyond Worlds. Today's draws are the Six of Pentacles and Tangerine:
The gentleness of this exchange rather than any pompous display reminded me of a story in Jack Kornfield's book, "All in This Together." A radio host of a blues show got a letter from an incarcerated man who was a fan who asked if the host might play some of the early blues musicians. The DJ followed through but made sure to name the fellow who asked for this lineup, saying that he was obviously an enthusiast and had a fine understanding of the blues. He later received another letter from the man that read, "That was the first time in my life I can remember my name being said with respect." Whatever the resources we share, whether giving or receiving, dignity and respect are important. Tangerine suggests spontaneity, in this case, offers made when a need is noticed. No bended knees are required.
Patti Smith was on Anderson Cooper's podcast "All There Is" recently and has a helpful take on living with grief. She calls it a "sacred wound" and that feels true, to me.
ReplyDeleteThat makes sense to me - how can so much love between people not be sacred?
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