From the Norse Tarot, the Five of Wands; from the Wolf Pack, "Carelessness:"
The rods used in this competitive struggle meet to form a star/pentacle, the symbol for the human's physical existence. I think it is in the nature of people to want to do things their way (translated: the
right way), so opposition is likely. But can we present our viewpoints and reasoning behind them without drawing blood? Such a discussion is a hallmark of maturity and can encourage choosing the best possible solution or plan of action.
The wolf is so intent on digging up an old kill, he's oblivious to the mountain lion coming up the hill. The irony is that he's eating to survive, but because he's not alert, he's liable to be killed. It is easy to lose sight of what's important when we're too focused on the wrong things. Both these cards remind me that getting my way doesn't always mean I'll get the result I was hoping for.
