Family and Friends

From the Tarot of Timeless Truth, the Ten of Cups; from the Shaman's Oracle, the Ancestor of Tribes:

          Having kin who nurture us and love us unconditionally is a blessing, but in my case it involves more than just traditional family. I'm one of those who've often found more support and kindness among friends. "Found families" are people who treat each other as if related in an emotional sense. When you've experienced much loss, it is easy to be drawn to others in the same boat who recognize the importance and worth of such relationships. These people know just what a treasure it is to have people who love you and whom you love in return. It reminds me to tell these folks what a gift it is to have them in my life. The Ancestor of Tribes underscores the Ten of Cups, stressing the power and resilience of tribal support. The hard part is not in finding a tribe, but in reaching out to them when you are in need.

When everything goes to hell, the people who stand by you without flinching - they are your family. ― Jim Butcher

Results and Backers

From the Greenwood Tarot, the King of Stones (Pentacles); from the Shaman's Oracle, the "Ancestor of Tribes:"

          This is not a young horse or pony in the Greenwood card but a Przewalski's horse - the only true wild horse left in the world today. Like the King of Stones, this stocky horse is built for survival. The King demands not only that you put your money where your mouth is, but also your time and energy. Dreams aren't worth much to him if they're never brought into reality. Common sense and hard work are the ideals he holds, but he wouldn't object to taking time to enjoy the fruit these standards produce. The Ancestor of Tribes is a reminder of the collective support that can come from family, friends and acquaintances. When trying to make an aspiration or goal into something concrete, it's good to have a group that's got your back. Even if they're not financial benefactors, those who encourage and gently nudge us can make a huge difference in whether we're successful in our endeavors.