The Unworthy
I am not deserving
of the pedestal
you put me upon
where I can do
no wrong
and your heart
beats faster
in my presence
your love
in every word
and every glance
as you wrap me up
tightly
in your arms
and yet here I sit
beloved
all the same
Mr Lionhart’s Elemental Tarot Challenge
The Elemental Check-In Spread
Earth – What is currently providing me stability?
Poisons & Toxins – You work at countering negativity in your head with positive counterbalances. This is allowing you to keep from slipping into your depression and assisting you in balancing out your pessimistic nature. That negativity may -feel- like it’s solid and stable, but there is far more stability in balancing it out with a bit of positivity and optimism.
Air – What broader perspective can help me with my current journey?
Blood Moon – Remember that endings and beginnings are the same thing. You cannot have one without the other.
Water – What emotional aspects are affecting my current situation?
As Above, So Below – You are affected by others, just as others are affected by you. When you feel that you are having a shift of emotions without warning? Instead of blaming yourself, take a look around and make sure that you aren’t being influenced.
What steps or actions can help me move forward?
The Chameleon – Flexibility and adaptation are important. Be open to making changes that will assist you in keeping things moving in a forward direction. You can’t stay stuck in your ways and also grow.
The Echo
Our lives shine bright
like stars in the sky
and echo onward
once snuffed out
stretching through time
in the hearts
and minds of those
who loved us
all along
it’s with those
we’ve left behind
is where we linger on
in memories cherished
and the ache
in loving hearts
remembered like an echo
for all of those left
October 31
Today’s meditation was ten minutes long, and was focused on the message in today’s cards, which is…
Seven of Swords – Don’t allow shitty moments to steal away your confidence or your joy. Bad things happen to everyone, and if you let those bad things drag your focus to the negative, then they steal away important moments of pleasure and enjoyment that you could be experiencing. Make sure when bad things happen you look for the boon instead, and stay steadfast in continuing to enjoy the good stuff instead of “throwing the baby out with the bath water”.
Here and Now I Exist – Who you are now, in your entirety.
Le Pape (Hakutaku) – You are comfortable in your spiritual path and enjoy sharing your knowledge and experiences with others. There’s no need to “shake things up” at this time.
The Slough – What is to be left in the past as you move forward.
Sept d’Épées (Chimi) – There is no need to strategize or rethink anything at this time. And… make sure when you go into the woods, you are not going alone.
What Lies Ahead – An ideal state or ideal self you are seeking at this time.
Cinq d’Bâtons Rx (Ashura) atop Le Fou (Mumashika) – You desire times of conflict to be beneficial. To do this, you need to remember everyone wants their opinions heard. It doesn’t hurt anything to pause and listen, instead of blindly pushing forward with your own opinions and ambition.
Limitations – Negative influences, opposition, or ill will.
Cavalier d’Épées (Namahage) – Acting rashly or pushing forward before everything is planned out is not going to go well. Bank your impulsivity and ambition for now.
The Boon – Positive influences, higher guidance, or divine intervention.
Le Hermite (Yamabiko) atop Cavalier de Deniers (Hōnengame) – Slow is smooth, and smooth is fast. Take your time and do things right the first time. It’s okay to sink into your work and projects right now.
The Wound – An unpleasant past experience or event that is ripe for some support and healing.
Bailey de Deniers Rx (Keizōbō) atop La Roy de Fortune (Hōō) – You need to remember the boon that comes from moments of failure. Take these moments as the universe helping you to “level up” your skills, instead of as an opportunity to punish yourself.
Nostalgia – A positive past experience or event to acknowledge, reflect upon, and enjoy.
Huit d’Épées (Yosuzume) atop Roi de Coupes Rx (Wani) – When you ignore your emotional needs, you hurt yourself and everyone else. That neediness in others is a boon that speaks of their uncompromising and unconditional love. Don’t push that away just to punish yourself.
A Warning – Something coming that can be prevented or overcome.
Quatre de Bâtons (Zashiki Warashi) atop Neuf de Coupes (Kūko) – Make sure that you aren’t allowing yourself to get so comfortable that you become unmotivated to strive for more.
Empowerment – A future opportunity to work toward.
Cavalier de Coupes (Myōbu) – There is potential to rekindle your creative spark and the motivation to turn those ideas and intuitive nudges into action and thus fruition.
Message from the Spirit World – A little more home alone time can do you a world of good as long as you stay active instead of allowing stagnancy to sneak in and tap away your creativity.
Message from the Mind’s World – No new strategies are needed right now. No restructuring required. Sit back instead, stable in your knowledge, and expand your horizons by listening to others.
Message from the Physical World – Physical activity is good for you right now, but make sure you take someone with you when you are out and about. Ignoring the danger will not keep you safe.
Halloween Night
So much excitement
and so much fun
as Ms B dresses
as a wicked witch
to answer the door
for kids that come
and hands out candy
like Snickers and gum
as pumpkins glow
and skeletons scream
and little kids
laugh
at the spooky house
like a dream
