Weekly Creativity Prompt – The First Flower

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Prompt: “Draw (at least) three random cards. Use these cards to tell the story (real or fictional) of one of spring’s first flowers and its experiences.”

愛されガールの かいこつ タロットBuried deep within frozen soil
darkness pressing in
on all sides
I wait
until the thaw begins
to relax the earth
and my cage becomes a womb
and as I am nurtured
in that mothering embrace
I break free of my shell
and begin to stretch
and stretch
a calling from within pulling me
from furled tender stem
to towering stem
where the sun bathes my petals
and I watch over those below
still waiting
to grow

DECK USED: 愛されガールの かいこつ タロット

Perfect Moments

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Today’s meditation was skipped (again).

The Sacred Forest OracleToday’s draw is the Wood Nymph. As this is not a tarot card, there is no traditional meaning for today’s card of the day. when we look at the guidebook for the deck, this card is a representation of the nurturing energy that beauty can hold four our inner spirit, and the importance of seeking out and opening up to the beauty in all things and all people, including ourselves.

I feel like the imagery in this card is saying “don’t wait for that perfect moment”.  The water, the moon, the beautiful trees and lovely women basking in this moment?  It’s too perfect.  How often do we really ever fall upon a perfect moment in time for something to happen or to experience joy and enjoyment.

The message in today’s card is about not waiting.  Don’t wait for the time to be right, experience enjoyment now.  Right now.  Perfect moments are not about timing, but about our investment in the joys that life has to offer us in every moment.

DECK USED:  THE SACRED FOREST ORACLE

Mr Lionharts’ #TheMarchTarot Animal Guide Challenge Prompt
Questions for March 22nd thru 24th

Raccoon Card from the Power Animal OracleMarch Animal Guide – Raccoon – Teamwork and finding healthy balance between independence and community, goal-oriented, ingenuity, industriousness, cleanliness, curiosity, adaptability, and equality.

The Raccoon card from the Power Animal Oracle references the resourcefulness of the raccoon’s spirit, and reminds us that we have “all the resources you need”.

The Sacred Forest OracleSomething you sense or feel that might help me currently?

Hummingbird Spirit and Bluebell Fairy – Invite more joy into your life by reestablishing a gratitude practice. This is something that you haven’t done in some time, and used to do on a regular basis.  It’s time to return to it.

Show me where I should follow my instincts or intuition {more}?

Enchanted Fern Grotto and Maple Spirit – Keep in mind that not everyone needs your help and support, even when they might be signaling that they do. Lean into your intuition and instincts to help guide you on those with whom you spend your energy on, and those you don’t.

How can I strengthen my intuition or {animal} instinct?

Owl Spirit and Storm Spirit – It is important to center yourself into these core inner sources of wisdom when chaos reigns. Reach within and connect, instead of allowing yourself to focus so hard on the instinct habit to duck and cover.

DECK USED: THE SACRED FOREST ORACLE

Daily Self Kindness

I had time with Gideon tonight.  It was a hard day and I wasn’t particularly kind to my body, but some time with Gideon in the evening has really helped me in feeling better.

Gideon’s Challenge

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IMG_8456Dear Sister, My Twin

You look like he
you dress like she
yet in the mirror
you smile like me
our faces
an echo of another
yours more delicate
mine more angular
and yet
still somehow
the same
even all these years
after strollers
and matching outfits
have long gone

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Wild and Free Lenormand Reading

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Wild and Free Lenormand Reading with the Steampunk Lenormand

In what way am I feeling confined?

Cross and House – Too much time indoors will make you feel stagnant and stymied. So much of your spiritual path can be taken outside, so stop trying to do it all indoors. With spring arriving, the weather is turning and you have plenty of opportunity to step out into the fresh air now.

What part of me wants to grow more wild and free?

Snake and Tree – There is a warning here that you need to get to a doctor and get checked out.  Something is wrong physically, and it’s time to deal with it so that it is not given the opportunity to “grow more wild and free” in your body or your life.  Call the doc.

What will I attract if I open up and allow my true colors to shine?

Coffin and Bear – A shift in abundance of resources for the better.  This will allow for a greater amount of security through the boon that these changes can offer.

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Let’s Do It Right the First Time

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Today’s meditation was skipped.

Fantôme TarotToday’s draw is the Ace of Swords, which is traditionally a representation of the seed of new beginnings in the area of one’s intellect, education, ambitions, thoughts, and communication. This often translates into themes that have to do with new ideas and interests, new contacts or ways to communicate with others, or new interests or educational pursuits.

Tomorrow, I want to get some organization done for the transition process going on in my home.  It means I need to sit down and think through what I want to do.  I had a new idea for how to store some of my supplies for my business, which in turn will give me more room in the other room, and thus help me in getting things moved around in the living room.

Today’s card is an encouragement to look closely at this new idea.  Write it down and look it over. Piece it together and strategize the hell out of it, but make sure to leave room for adaptation and adjustments… just in case.  It’s new after all, so there’s sure to be a need for some wiggle room as well.

DECK USED:  FANTÔME TAROT

The #ConnectWithYourDeckChallenge Prompt by E Roebuck-Jones
Question for March 21st: What do I need to know about my intuitive abilities?

Opal OracleReading Summary: There is a lot still to learn (Mystery), but you have to take your time (Timing). If you continue to nurture it, over time it will grow just like a seed within the soil (Nurture).

Take Away: These cards are a reminder that I have not peaked, and am far from ever reaching a peak in this area.  There is a great deal of growth yet to be had.  In order to tap into that growth, you need patience and a willingness to put yourself and these pursuits first over time.  In doing this you will give yourself what you need to expand upon the strength and reach of your intuition.

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#DiscordTarotholicsMar2022 Challenge Prompt
Questions for March 19th and 21st

Fantôme TarotHow am I doing emotionally at this time?

Ten of Swords and Five of Pentacles – You are at the bottom of depression’s pit. It’s painful and triggering (scarcity issues), but remember that the only way forward from here is up.

Look up, and start climbing.

How can I improve on where I am emotionally in the week ahead?

Ace of Pentacles Rx and Nine of Swords – Don’t put any more on your plate right now, you’ve already got enough to deal with in just dealing with your mental health and with those things you’ve already got going.  New projects need to be set aside for later.

DECK USED: FANTÔME TAROT

Daily Self Kindness

I’m trying to be kinder to my body today. After a trip to the chiropractor to get my rib back into alignment, there’s a lot of ice packs and heat packs needed to get things calmed down and hopefully ease off some of the pain.

Gideon’s Challenge

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IMG_8777Fading Warmth

Frozen no more
the water flows
in swirling eddies
and dancing currents
as the chill
keeps visitors away
as dusk promises
to come to play
and the end
of the day
slips by
as skeleton trees
grasp for the last
shred of warmth

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