Moment of Longing
Grasses wave sweetly
in a breeze so soft
it licks sweat off skin
and sends
strands of hair
dancing
and all I want
all I need
is to slip feet
from within
the confinement
of shoes
and stretch out
in the grass
to watch clouds
floating by
Today’s meditation was skipped.
Today’s draw is the Ace of Pentacles, which is traditionally a representation of the seed of new beginnings and new opportunities in the areas of one’s finances, resources, health, labors, manifestations, and the physical world.
Pirates are a greedy lot, and here in this card we see one contemplating a gold piece as he considers the opportunities it might hold for him to garner more.
Today’s message is a reminder about opportunities, and seizing those that come your way rather than letting them pass you by, especially when those opportunities have the potential to garner you more of what you want most in your life.
Mr Lionhart’s #TheJulyTarot Be Here Now Prompt
Questions for July 1st thru 3rd
What cosmic consciousness am I guided to align myself with?
Seven of Pentacles and Until All Are Free None Are Free – Social reform is never sudden. It takes time, and although we can spur on growth spurts, it usually takes not years, but actual generations, to see noticeable change. Foster patience in others, and encourage it within yourself as well. All things meant to grow will do so with passionate people there to facilitate the process.
What {part of my life} needs a break or restart {right now}?
Two of Wands and King of Pentacles, Life Is Beautiful Life Is Meaningful – Entertaining the depression’s presence flirts with the edges of your self-destructive tendencies. Better to find and develop a direction forward that can create greater stability in your life and make it easier for you to appreciate life as a whole, than to continue dawdling in complacency.
How am I asked to surrender myself to the here and now?
Ace of Swords and The Hot Tubs Too Hot – Stop trying to push yourself into trying new projects and new things right now. You already have enough on your plate. Too much will add pressure you don’t need.
#DiscordTarotholicsJul2022 Challenge Prompt
International Joke Day – Draw 3 cards and use them to tell us a funny (story/joke/etc).
Dear reader, if you find this letter it means that I have died at sea. But, I have a story to tell about making assumptions… And about love and passion. A story that I hope will live on in you.
I was born on a plantation where the owner worked us all too hard, and expected to much. He would work us until our fingers bled, and our backs were fair to breaking. (Two of Pentacles Rx)
Pushed to the end of my rope, one day I took the opportunity to run away. In the dark of the night I spirited away into the trees at the edge of the plantation and made my way through the forest to the docks. There, I slipped aboard a ship at port that was preparing to leave and stowed myself away among the cargo.
It wasn’t long after the ship set sail that I was discovered and strung up for my crime. Hanging from the ship’s lowest yard and firmly tied, I thought this was surely the end of everything. (The Hanged Man)
And when the captain came out to have a look at his stowaway, and it was my plantation owner!! My surprise was complete, but it was nothing compared to his delight! Not only had he caught his runaway slave, but what I was to learn was also his heart’s desire! Me!
Now we sail the seven seas together, and I’ve discovered he’s not so bad! Well, until he gets in his cups and starts trying to ride the masthead anyway. That poor dolphin’s blowhole is never to be the same. (Knight of Cups)
May this teach you to never look upon those around you harshly…. at least not ’til you know their true nature.
Signed,
Seaman Leeway, The Captain’s Boy
I took a nap today, and it was a good one for once. The heat makes me more tired and I seem to nap better because of it, even if I never really feel like I’m -not- tired even after my naps.
Ignorance Broken
I want to turn
my head away
and pretend
that all is well
but danger
keeps me alert
and wary
no matter
how much
I want to believe
everything
will be okay
in the end
Today’s meditation was skipped.
Today’s draw is the Nine of Pentacles, which is traditionally a representation of satisfaction, accomplishment, financial independence, abundance, and luxury earned through hard work.
In the pull for positivity that this card of the day is focused upon, this card is a reminder to be grateful for all that you’ve accomplished and all that you have.
There will always be a nagging, ever-present feeling of “insufficiency” if one doesn’t take time to truly appreciate what they already have in life. We try to fill the ever gaping “empty hole” in our lives without ever realizing that it is already full… if only we will pay attention to what we have in which to be grateful for, and cherish these things for the treasures that they are.
The #STCTarotChallenge Statements of Power Prompt
Questions for June 30th
I have learned…
…that if I allow them to do so, others can help me (Rescue) in avoiding burnout (Overwhelm) and in being more temperate with myself and in my commitments (Reserve).
This opens doors for…
…me to welcome them in (Initiation) and begin teaching them how to better work with me (Reflection), so that I have more time to embrace and enjoy life (Intoxicating).
#DiscordTarotholicsJun2022 Challenge Prompt
Question: Grab a spread of your choice that you’ve been curious about… and give it a go!
Mr Lionhart’s #TheJuneTarot Spark of Magic Prompt
Bonus: The Lilith Tarot Spread
Where in my life am I guided {by Lilith} to be more assertive and independent?
Temperance atop The Universe – With yourself. Take control of your need to control every little thing on you path. There needs to be an element of unpredictability in your life. The more you try to obliterate and control that factor, the more it will continue to crop up in unexpected ways.
Where would Lilith like to see me {re}claim my personal power and strengthen my voice?
King of Wands atop Two of Pentacles atop Queen of Cups Rx – Don’t be a “judgy bitch” to yourself about having a bit of fun while you accomplish your dreams. There’s room in life for work and fun both. Don’t kill off the pleasure that nurtures your inner creative spark by letting things get too heavy.
Something I should no longer deny or not allow to be oppressed {according to Lilith}?
Nine of Pentacles and Adjustment – As notated in the card of the day pulled earlier, you need to adjust your view of life by allowing yourself more time for reflection on all you have to be grateful for.
This is a catch-up post, and I cannot remember what I might have done as a self-kindness on this day.
Here and Now I Exist – Who you are now, in your entirety.
The Sun and Amethyst – You have been reminded again and again to lean into positivity and optimism. It’s been a tough road, but you are in a place right now to facilitate those efforts.
The Slough – What is to be left in the past as you move forward.
Four of Cups and Golden Healer – Sensitivity and sloth. It’s time to act. Leave behind the dragging feet, stagnation, and stubbornly cloying complacency. Lift your feet from the muck and start moving, and in doing so you will feel your energies begin to lighten and become more active as well.
What Lies Ahead – An ideal state or ideal self you are seeking at this time.
The Hanged One and Lapis Lazuli – Clarity. You seek a mind unfiltered by bias or clouded by the fuzz of uncertainty or depression.
Limitations – Negative influences, opposition, or ill will.
Wheel of Fortune atop Six of Wands Rx, Fire Opal – Public opinion is fickle as hell. Don’t depend on others for the clarity you seek. Their perspectives are only a piece of the puzzle, and far from the full picture or absolute truth.
The Boon – Positive influences, higher guidance, or divine intervention.
Temperance and Copper – Set your own pace that allows you to look around with gratitude and treat yourself with kindness. When you do this, it will still get you where you want to go, but at a far more enjoyable (and sustainable) pace.
The Wound – An unpleasant past experience or event that is ripe for some support and healing.
Eight of Swords and Blue Kyanite – Forgive yourself for not seeing all of the bad stuff coming before it hits. No one ever sees everything or picks up on all the warning signs. In retrospect we see so much more that we couldn’t have known was important in the moment.
Nostalgia – A positive past experience or event to acknowledge, reflect upon, and enjoy.
Page of Pentacles and Rainbow Moonstone – You need to reflect on all the good that meditation has done for you in the past and allow this awareness of its positive influences it to inspire you to begin again.
A Warning – Something coming that can be prevented or overcome.
Nine of Cups atop Two of Cups Rx, Tanzanite – Sometimes social discord can lead to a better place overall. There is a clash of minds is on the horizon, and you may want to let it happen instead of trying to divert, as it will lead to a far better place if you ride it out.
Empowerment – A future opportunity to work toward.
The High Priestess and Labradorite – You have the opportunity coming your way to expand into your intuition and stretch it into a more comfortable fit.
Message from the Spirit World – It is through your intuition that you will be able to set a pace for yourself that allows for both healthy rest and recuperation, as well as energetic movement toward your goals. There has to be balance between the two in order to find true happiness.
Message from the Mind’s World – The mental health healing that you need can be found through instilling more positivity and optimism into your day to day life. Through this new perspective you can find a more crisp and clear mental state.
Message from the Physical World – It is time to step away from self abuse and self neglect. No one can do this for you. You have to make the decision to do it for yourself. You know the things that can help you find a greater sense of physical stability. Meditation is at the top of the list, and where you need to start.
Take Away – This reading is primarily about movement and stagnancy, it’s about making sure I’m not lingering any longer in the stagnant energies that have held me back this spring and summer, and instead pushing myself forward into action and movement so that I can begin stirring up energies that need a breath of fresh air.
My current relationship with allowing abundance.
Santé – Your current relationship with allowing abundance is healthy and thriving. You don’t see this as your due, but rather one of those things your skills and abilities allow you to work towards.
How to get myself in alignment.
Voyage – Step outside and spend some time in nature. You’ve spent a lot of time avoiding doing what you know will help ground and center you throughout this spring and summer. The weather has been perfect for you to get out into the forest and spend some time among the trees, so stop wasting it by dawdling indoors.
An energy I need to integrate to have an enlightened perspective on abundance.
Projection – Remember that what your mind focuses on is what you manifest. Therefore if you are focusing on the negative and the pessimistic viewpoint, that is what you will manifest. By the same turn if you focus on positivity, optimism, and gratitude you will manifest more abundance as a result.
Current blessing I should be grateful for.
Compromis – The give-and-take of working with others in a positive manner allows you to manifest positive results should be acknowledged with gratitude. It is through this atmosphere of collaboration that you are able to get things done more easily and in a more timely manner.
What I should be investing my energy into to attract abundance.
Tranquillité – You need to invest more time in your spiritual practice and meditation. These things allow you to have a more grounded foundation upon which to work from to achieve your goals and attract more abundance into your life.
