Old Pajamas

From the Light and Shadow Tarot, the Four of Cups; from the Art Rounds Oracle, Badger Claws:

Sometimes, when we are loved deeply and for a long period of time, we are foolish enough to forget what it feels like when we are lonely and unloved. —Jan Shepherd

Long-term relationships can become as comfortable as an old set of pajamas. They might not be as exciting as they once were, but they're stable. Yet stable can turn into stagnant if we forget to give them attention and voice our appreciation. Badgers have distinctive long claws, up to 2 inches in length, that help them dig burrows and find food underground. This Art Round suggests we need to dig deep and investigate. In the area of relationships, we might first look at ourselves: Are we looking for someone to entertain us, or are we developing our own interests? Then, we might work on daily actions, such as hugs, kind gestures, expressions of gratitude, and communication on a deep rather than superficial level.