Each Moment

From the Tarot of the Cat People, the King of Wands; from the Insectorum Divinorum, the Ant:

Each moment is different and new. The antidote for the poison of boredom is simply to pay closer attention. There is always something happening, no matter how subtle. 

―Kimberly Brown

Look at that expression of pleasure on this cat's face! The seat of his King's throne never stays warm long, because he's a 'go and do' kind of guy. There's always excitement and changes in his wake, and this kitty gets to tag along for all of it. But unlike his knight, the King of Wands will finish what he starts. For most of us, the beginning of any project is the most fun, then our enthusiasm begins to wane. We may feel like the Ant, mired in worker mode, trudging through each task. But even the Ant would tell us there is much to see and experience if our mind is not stuck in the future where we'd rather be but in the present where we are.

Enemies and Allies

From the Medieval Tarot, the Queen of Wands:

This queen follows the "Speak softly and carry a big stick" motto.  But there are two ways to use that stick - as a threat or as a symbol of respect.  If I ask someone to do something, but my unspoken words are, "and if you don't you'll regret it," I might get them to cooperate.  But their agreement will come with the price tag of resentment, and whatever they do will probably be a half-assed effort.  But if my stick is one that has been carved over time, shaped by helping others and showing them compassion, then their response to my request will be much different.  Both ways will work, but in using the first I create an enemy and in using the second I create an ally.

From the Tea Leaf Fortune Cards comes the "Ant:"

As I was sitting on the ground planting seeds the other day, I noticed a long line of ants.  They weren't in a hurry, but they marched along with purpose.  While I'm not fond of these insects, I do have to admire them for their "let's get down to business" approach.  When I think of all the time I have wasted complaining about not wanting to do something and dragging my feet even getting started, I probably could have finished the task I was complaining about ten times over.  The ant encourages me to get moving, and the queen tells me to nicely ask for help when I need it.
 

Charges Developing

From the Prairie Tarot, the Ace of Swords:

Initially, the air acts as an insulator between the positive and negative charges in the cloud and the ground.  But eventually the differences in charges become too great, and there is a rapid discharge of electricity known as lightning.  It is an awesome power that may leave an impact on the earth it touches, much like the power of innovative ideas.  Similar to the quick flash in the sky, an idea may be lost if I don't actively pursue it with something discernible.  Other priorities and desires will soon push it to a dark, dusty corner like a book that is never read.

From the Medicine Cards comes "Ant:"

Since the temperatures have begun cooling off, we've had fire ant beds popping up all over.  They seem to be able to make anywhere home, whether it is a yard or a crack in the asphalt.  The one characteristic I notice about them (besides their fiery bite) is the way they work together.  Each has a job assigned, and like the gears in a clock, they move as a team to accomplish each task.  I realize that I have assets as well as deficits, and there are some projects that will require the help of others if they are ever going to get off the ground.