I use tarot and oracle cards as tools for reflection and contemplation. Rather than divining the future, they are a way for me to look more deeply at the "now."
"The goal isn't to arrive, but to meander, to saunter, to make your life a holy wandering." ~ Rami Shapiro

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Thursday, July 27, 2023

Is It Good?

From the Delta Enduring Tarot, the Warrior of Cast Irons (Knight of Pentacles); from the Southernisms Oracle, 'Bless your heart:'

This guy reminds me of my eldest stepson who is a chef. Egan writes that this card represents a seasoned expert who is efficient, methodical and organized. A chef's kitchen resembles a sort of arena in which he shouts orders and directions; without such a commander, it would be pure pandemonium. This knight/warrior knows if his efforts are productive by the results they bring. 'Bless your heart' is a Janus phrase, having two contradictory meanings based on the context; it can either be a sincere wish or a polite insult. Facial expressions or remarks that follow can offer a clue. For instance, “Bless your heart, those clothes will surely make you look memorable.” In this Knight's case, words offered as an evaluation may not be a sincere representation of his work. Consider the product rather than the flattery or sarcasm.

Anyone who's a chef, who loves food, ultimately knows that all that matters is: 'Is it good? Does it give pleasure?' ~Anthony Bourdain