Receiving with Humility

From the Druidcraft Tarot, the Ten of Pentacles; from the Druid Plant Oracle, Plantain:

The elderly fellow in this card has loved his family and worked hard to care for their needs. He's worn out and knows he'll be leaving this earth soon, but he is proud of the legacy he's left for others. The Ten of Pentacles is about coming full circle, passing the mantle on to the next generation. While it is hoped they will be good stewards of what is received, there is no promise that it will be so. Plantain's name in Gaelic means 'plant of healing.' Its antiviral and astringent properties have been put to use for centuries to promote wound healing and reduce inflammation. It is hoped that the young family in this card will take on the same properties, being grateful for what they receive; instead of talking about how they plan to change this or improve that, they can focus on attending to and tenderly expressing their love to this elder. Then perhaps they will start off on the right foot, realizing just how much effort was put into the legacy left in their care.

Hugging the Ground

From the Druidcraft Tarot, the Nine of Wands; from the Druid Plant Oracle, "Plantain:"

          This older fellow looks like he's seen many a battle, and he manages to look tough even with his arm in a sling. Judging by those sharpened spears he's collected, he's been pretty successful at defending his territory. But now he waits, alert and ready, for the last push of his adversaries. Plantain is a tenacious plant. We have the narrow-leaved variety growing all around the ball field next door. It withstands foot traffic and frequent mowing by hugging the ground. Medicinally, it contains tannin (which can help stop bleeding) and allantoin (which promotes healing). As a result, it's been used for many years on stings, rashes, blisters, cuts and burns. Its growth habit reminds me to lay low and not go looking for trouble. This is not the time to poke and prod, but to heal before the final stand.