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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Sunday, January 11, 2026

No Bended Knee

This week I'll be using the Prisma Visions Tarot, created and self-published by James R. Eads; the companion booklet was written by Katherine Tombs. The oracle I'll be using alongside it is the Secret Language of Color Cards, created by Inna Segal and published by Beyond Worlds. Today's draws are the Six of Pentacles and Tangerine:



Make your interactions with people transformational, not just transactional.
― Patti Smith

The gentleness of this exchange rather than any pompous display reminded me of a story in Jack Kornfield's book, "All in This Together." A radio host of a blues show got a letter from an incarcerated man who was a fan who asked if the host might play some of the early blues musicians. The DJ followed through but made sure to name the fellow who asked for this lineup, saying that he was obviously an enthusiast and had a fine understanding of the blues. He later received another letter from the man that read, "That was the first time in my life I can remember my name being said with respect." Whatever the resources we share, whether giving or receiving, dignity and respect are important. Tangerine suggests spontaneity, in this case, offers made when a need is noticed. No bended knees are required.