Wands! [Court Card Included]

Hazzah!

Finally!

Let's get to it!

*cue six hour break for poor food choices and bathing*

Ace:
What new creativity do you want to bring into your life?
All of the creativity! Once again, my online store is in it's infancy. I keep getting more and more ideas and practical ways to start it up, which is really cool.

 

I love this woman. So damn sexual and passionate. "The Gift of Passionate Power," you better believe it. Look at her lounging, and just soaking up all that goodness!

Two:
What does holding the world in the palm of your hand mean to you?
Me, living alone or with a good friend, where we create everyday. I want a magical room for spells and for sewing. Making a living, or a profitable hobby out of my crafts.

Three:
What steps can you take to make the above dream a reality?
I keep feeling like I can't do anything while I'm away from home and not making much money, but I guess all the research I've been doing counts as a step towards my dreams. I hope to take physical steps sooner rather than later.

Four:
What can you celebrate RIGHT NOW?
My job! I am enjoying it way more than I thought I would when I first got my assignment and I am super grateful.

I dig these Femmes because, while most decks show a family, or an inner child scenario, this just shows two people who care for each other. Underneath is says "Completion." Maybe you completed the next step in your powerful, passionate journey! Maybe you're just at peace with your bestie and can rest while it's all good. You choose.

Five:
When have you felt you were in competition with other people in your life?
Not often, honestly, which is really nice. Maybe it's because I think with my head more than my heart (Capricorn), that I don't often find myself in competition with others. I definitely get into arguments for the same reason, but I rarely view it as it's them or me.

 

I really like all these cards, because once again, I think they show difference aspects of a conflict. In the Joie de Vivre tarot, you see this random guy with a dragon? on his head facing off against a tree! What? If you look closely, neither one looks particularly angry, just kind of annoyed they have to go through this Again. Like, come on man, are you kidding me? Just let me by! In Femmes, a woman is tied with a pearl chain, and she says "Strife." She doesn't look hurt, just stuck and inconvenienced. Maybe she's trapped herself with her thoughts? Maybe someone she trusted decided to get ahead and leave her in the dust. Then there's Dreaming Way, which I think it the most clear, but also the most silly. Maybe it's the hats, but they just remind me of young boys at a birthday party fighting over a toy or party game. They're all arguing and that guy in the middle looks super exasperated. Again, not angry, just kind of flustered, like, Come on guys! It's MY birthday! Give it!

Six:
When did you last OWN THAT SHIT?
I guess these past few months job hopping around. I was actually thinking about this earlier today; even though I don't currently have a "real" or "adult" job for all the schooling I've done, I feel like I've proven a lot of my naysayers wrong. I've wanted to work for my current company since at least 2010 and at the time I had a lot of toxic professors who didn't believe in me and made that fact known. They said I wouldn't be successful in my field and that I wouldn't be able to work in high end arenas or at this company unless I did everything the way they wanted me to. Instead I took the leap to leave them behind, worked for a number of higher end companies and finally snagged the job I've wanted for years.


Seven:
When was a time you held your ground to get what you wanted out of life?
I guess the above is a pretty good example of that. At the time, it felt like I was folding, like I was proving my awful professors right by leaving their school, but looking back, I knew that they couldn't give me what I wanted, or support me how I needed, so I stood by my goals and won in the end.

I really like this card from Dreaming Way, because instead of it looking like a "King of the Hill" situation like i the other decks, this chick looks like she is POLE VAULTING over her competition. Nope, I'm out! Peace!

Eight:
Do you believe in signs? Have you ever received any powerful ones?
Yes, I definitely do. I'm pretty sure that I have, but I'm honestly in a bit of fuzz right now and can't think of a specific moment. I don't see this as a sign of anything in particular, but I do want to share that I was visited by my spirit animal yesterday. Which is really weird as this specific spirit animal is a Sting Ray. I took VeVa's spirit animal guide Parlour way back when and for my water element, I kept thinking of a sting ray, which I found very strange at the time. I assumed it would be something a little more mainstream(?) like a turtle, or even a mermaid! But a Sting Ray kept coming to me. Then, yesterday, I went to a fancy restaurant that had a huge aquarium inside, and we were seated right by the tank! About halfway through our meal, one of the larger Sting Rays floated on down and laid right next to use for at least 10 minutes. I was so happy and giggly the whole time. He was super cute.

I've pointed this little guy out before. He's just so dang cute! He's taking his shining light and his awesome skills and setting a rocket for success! Things aren't working out? No worries, he'll find his own creative space.

Nine:
When has something taken a lot of effort and fight, but worked out for you in the end?
My job! Again! 

 

I really love guy. Look at everything he's been through! He's got scars, even an eye-patch! But what else does he have? Love and energy shining through his heart; a tree of progress in his belly; and a wicked smile saying he's not done just yet!

Ten:
What cures you of stress? 
This; hanging out, relaxing, taking me time. I am someone that works best when super busy, so that sometimes means I forget to do anything else. I need to be more aware of my body and its limits sometimes.

Note: The Court Cards have a similar meaning throughout the suits.

Page (Novice)
This guy is getting his creative juices flowing. Can't wait to explode with awesome maker energy!
I think I am constantly 'stuck' at the Page stage. I am always planning, but need to work at getting better at doing. I have so many ideas, so many passions, once I start I don't know if I'll ever be able to stop!

 

I really dig all of these guys.  The bunny from Joie de Vivre is ABOUT IT. Fuck someone else throwing him a parade, he IS THE PARADE and he's gonna rock his newest passion! My Femmes lady just says "Catalyst" and is ready to start working! Then there's calm Dreaming Way. She's got water/intuition galore and is super zen. She is alive with thoughts of love.

Knight (Lady)
Make your passion a reality! No one can stop you once you get moving!

Queen (Chatelaine)
This mama is protecting your fire. Let the knight and your projects flourish, the mama will make sure your haters never get near enough to extinguish your flame!
I look up to this lady so much. She is amazing, and willing to help you out anyway she can.

 

I really enjoy that all of the Queens have a major earthy feel. They're all about nurturing and growing your passion so that it can get to it's beautiful conclusion. Even Femmes, which just has two woman speaking softly says, "Friend of Women." While that might not seem all that intriguing, I think the women look like muses and they're discussing your future and the amazing things you're gonna create.

King (Queen)
Man, that project is BOMB! You pulled it off so well and everyone's impressed. You're owning that shit like Beyonce would want you to.


Lots of Love,
Andy <3

Swords [Court Cards Included]

Alrighty guys.

This week has been nutso. Lots of work, lots of fun, TONS of weird dreams. That's right, it didn't stop with the Muppet party from last week. I had FOUR weird dreams in the last four days! And they all interacted with my reality in some way. Like, they weren't my usual acid trip dreams. Anywho, I've made notes and I'll talk about them later if you're very lucky...or unlucky. Depends on how you feel about being trapped in my subconscious.

I've also been applying to more permanent jobs down here, but I've decided to take a break from trying to figure out my online portfolio, and catch up on my tarot! This weekend is my last week of Veronica Varlow's Advanced Tarot and I still haven't even finished writing about the first! Eeek! I doubt I'll be going through the second session like I am this one, but I do want to try out the new spreads we've learned and feel a bit more confident about my readings.

So....LET'S GO

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Ace:
When was a time that you were totally in control? When you were owning everything!
I actually felt really awesome at work a few days ago. We get these special cards when we do a good job with something and I've only been off training for 5 shifts and I have 6 cards! Also a random coworker whom I'd never talked to before said I made their day just watching me do my job because I clearly enjoy it. It was super sweet :)

I'm showing off all these cards, because even though they don't all speak to me like the above idea, I think they're all gorgeous. We've got Dreaming Way, which I honestly didn't like at first. I thought this card was super boring looking. But I recently started seeing the beauty in the sword. The entire hilt looks like it's wire-wrapped, like a beautiful piece of jewelry. I think if you turn it upside down, it looks just like a lovely crystal pendant (which I've just decided I super want to make). Then there's Femmes. She doesn't look like she's celebrating, but she does look gorgeous. The caption says "The Gift of the Mind" and she just looks the definition of poised. The Joie de Vivre rings true to me because this guy is just prancing around with his sword. He just pulled it out the the stone and is in a FUCK YEAH mood. He's dancing, there's streamers, balloons, he's got a fucking cat on his head! This dude is awesome!

Two:
This card is all about indecision. What are you avoiding deciding upon?
Nothing currently, which is kind of cool haha

With Which Sword Shall I Stab a Bitch?

Three:
Speaking of stabbing bitches...
This card is all about heartbreak. Unfortunately. What song reminds you of heartbreak the most?
This might be a weird choice, but Light in Your Eyes by Blessid Union of Souls. I want to cry whenever I hear it. Time of Your Life is another one, but I actually hate that song, whereas I weirdly love Light in Your Eyes.

True, his heart has been stabbed. But he's already got his bandaid ready and is looking away from the swirling darkness, and towards the light.

Four:
Now that the worst has happened, how do you recharge?
This is. I wish I could do it more, but reading the cards and writing about my experiences helps me a lot.

Five:
This card is about a conflict between you and other person. Are you listening, or are you too busy trying to be right?
I'm one of those horrid people who needs to be right. I am upfront about it, but I know in the moment that doesn't help your feelings towards me. Please know I'll calm down and apologize if I know I've gone too far or hurt your feelings in any way.

In Order: Dreaming Way, Le Tarot des Femmes Erotiques, Joie de Vivre

I really like all of these cards because to me they show different aspects of a disagreement.  In Joie de Vivre, it is super clear that someone is maliciously hurting another. The bird woman looks angry and ready to strike while the other is bleeding. Even though the second one is holding a sword, she looks hurt or even taken aback, like, whoa, I thought we were kidding, I thought we were friends. The Femmes is maybe like you're hurting yourself. It says "Defeat of the Mind," and the woman looks like she's hiding away in shame. Maybe she hurt herself. Maybe she knows she hurt someone she cares about. Maybe she's licking her wounds after an offensive attack. Then there's Dreaming Way. Someone looks upset in the background, but the guy in the foreground thinks everything's just peachy. Maybe he's congratulating himself on a win, or maybe he doesn't even realize he won at all; he thinks it's all good not realizing he hurt someone.

Six:
When have you had to leave something painful behind in order to move on to better things?
I know I'm a broken record, but this past year. I've moved on from a lot of things. I actually moved out on what was my one year anniversary of my start, and tomorrow is the anniversary of my middle. I'm really hoping that once I get to the anniversary of the end I'll be healed. Even better is if I don't notice. After everything that happened, even though I constantly remind myself of the bad, I am really happy now. I'm in a different state, with a different job, with different prospects, and I'm doing well. What else could I ask for?

Seven:
Deception. Serious issues. Has anyone ever hidden something from you, and you found out? Did you feel it instinctively?
Yes and yes. Nothing as horrible as some of the stories I've heard, but I've always had pretty good instincts. I always say I'm a good friend, but I'm not the first person you tell your problems to, I'm the last. Generally when people tell someone a problem first off, it's cause they want sympathy or assurance. I am super bad at that and I cut through the bullshit. That being said, when someone is avoiding a topic or a conversation, I generally know what's up. Again, nothing majorly awful has happened to me (knock on wood), but my instincts are usually looking out for me in the tiniest things.

Eight:
This card is the self doubt we face every day. The bad things We tell ourselves. What are some things you like about yourself to combat it?
I like...that I am determined. That I have good friends. I am well trained in my craft and people seem to like it. I am pretty both inside and out (most of the time). I see things through even if it takes time. I am a good friend and I always try.
I really love this card because the woman in it looks like Louise Brooks, the silent film star. On the bottom it says, "Disillusionment," which I thought was a bad thing initially, like disenchantment. But no, it means you're seeing things for what they are, and what they are is AMAZING.

Nine:
"FEAR is Forgetting that Everything is All Right" - Thank you Witchmama.
Is there a time you freaked out over nothing?
Yesterday, actually. I was talking to one of my friends at work and she was working in the sun and wasn't feeling well. I offered to get her water or give her a short break so that she could go inside, but she refused and just kept saying that she hoped she'd be transferred inside soon. A few minutes later, I saw one of our bosses, and while we were talking I mentioned the girl by the cart. I said she told me she wasn't feeling well, and I meant to tell him that I wouldn't mind taking her spot outside. He suddenly go very curt and told me to go see if she needed any water. I got super stressed and thought maybe he thought I was gossiping, or being a brown noser, or trying to make this other girl look bad and was upset for a couple of hours. Later, I saw a different boss and once she saw me, she just said (also very curtly), "Andy. Come with me." I had a knot in my stomach the whole walk because she didn't say anything to me the entire way. I kept having to tell myself to breath, and as I'd just been watching the Swords video before I got to work, I kept trying to remind myself it was probably nothing. Turns out she just needed two extra hands to do something and wasn't into small talk at that moment, because she was pleasant the whole way back. By the end of the day, that first boss even mentioned in front of other coworkers that it was clear I loved my job. I literally was sick all day because of this nonsense in my head! 

Ten:
What helps to pick you up when you're down?
My friends. My cards. Doing things that make me happy :)
I really like this card because while both of my other decks are mad depressing, this bitch is already in her Pick Me Up phase. Underneath her it reads, "End of Delusion." She is smiling so knowingly, that to me it's like, "That's right bitches, playtime is over. You had me for a second, but I am back and better than ever!"

Note: The Court Cards have a similar meaning throughout the suits.

Page (Novice):

The Pages! Ideas! Logic! Bam! Boom!

They may not have started the journey, but they're planning the routes out in their minds.

This guy is my biffle. The meticulous planner who doesn't actually have much follow through. That's okay though, the journey in the mind is pretty sweet.

I love these cards! Joie de Vivre looks so stab happy, like he is ready! Then there's my calm Femme, who is just like, "You stick to your petty little argument, I'll be here looking up scholarly sources like the Credible Hulk I am." Then there's Dreaming Way, who looks like she's contemplating whether stabbing you will help or hurt her cause.  

Pictured: The Credible Hulk

Knight (Lady)
Annnd they're off! The journey has started and they are slashing through some bullshit to get to the end!


Queen (Chatelaine)
Damn. These bitches don't mess around. They are fiercely protecting you from the badness out there as well as the badness within. Don't upset Mama Sword, you will not live for long after.
I definitely relate to this mama most of the time. I try to use my logic for good, and remind those around me that everything is all right, even if I don't always believe it myself.

Look at that evil smirk! She's just daring you to try to mess. She's even using a previous protester as a fashion accessory! Whoa!

King (Queen)
This guy has overcome some shit and he wants you to do the same! Believe in him, and you'll arrive safely at your destination.
I really look up to anyone who reminds me of the King. He's using his experience (in my mind's story, he just finished being the Ten of Swords) and is trying to help those around him either avoid the same situation, or move on after living it.

Please tell me ya'll remember this biddy. Does she even need an introduction??


Lots of Love,
Andy <3

Dream a Little Dream of...Attractive Men and Muppets?

Alright, for those of you who don't know, my dreams are always either batshit crazy, or super mundane. There is no in between. Guess which category last night's fell into?

I have been binge watching Supernatural the last few weeks, so there's your prelude, kind of (no, this is not a naughty dream).

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I wake up in a trailer with Jared (Sam) and Jensen (Dean) and other members of the crew. I am a part of it. I am the female lead on the show, which if you watch it at all, you know there isn't one (other than Ruby-I'm in the beginning of Season 5). So I'm a small, but important and reoccurring character. And apparently Jared and I have been dancing around something.

We all share a small living situation. A room with a bunch of separate beds, a small kitchen, bathroom and other little necessities. We all live in one trailer, like a traveling musical group rather than actors. In our bedroom, Jensen's bed is to my right, Jared's is by my feet, one of my real life friends (though I'm not sure which-let's say 'Jane' so that I can refer to her later) is to my left, and there are others around for the crew, managers, etc.

We're on set one day, and I am just tired of this dancing, so I call Jared over, fix his tie, pull him down, and just give him a quick peck on the lips. He looks super surprised so I'm a bit embarrassed, and I leave to do my scene.

Jump to that night, and we're all in bed like little kids, tucked in and waiting on a bedtime story.

Jared, slides under my covers from the foot of my bed, all the way up to me. And he kisses me. Super simple, no intense, gross makeout session. Just kind of testing where we stand. We're being quiet, but you know, we're all close together and there's a very large person in my bed. Our manager walks in by the foot of Jensen's bed holding a clipboard and starts going through what we accomplished that day and our schedule for tomorrow. And then she starts handing out Superlatives (think High School, senior year). I don't know if they're cast votes, or audience. It would make more sense for them to be audience, but I'm not sure. She gets to me and I am voted the Most Likely to be a Supernatural Slut. I let out a very indignant "Hey," and Jensen starts giggling, as again, I do have a large man in my bed. No on says anything, however, except for people to project that it's obviously a joke or they don't know me very well.

Jump to later the next day and we're all in the kitchen, watching Jared attempt to cook. He's got some sort of greens in a pan and is cooking them with a kind of chili sauce. We all jokingly make fun of him for not really knowing what he's doing.

After dinner we lie in bed together and Jared starts talking about preparing chicken breasts properly, but is making it super sexual. My mom's on set that day so even though she knows we're kind of together, I keep interjecting whenever it get's too out of hand to make it clear we're talking about chicken.

You know how dreams can jump and change subject matter with no warning? That's what happens next.

I am still in a trailer with friends, including Jane and I think I am still part of Supernatural, but that's no longer a concern for me. It feels really distant.

It's nighttime and I decide to go out dancing with my real life college friend Michael, whom I don't see very often, and Jane. We go out to a club, and the Muppets are the performers. It's more Jazz than club music, but everyone's still dancing wild. Michael and I have always had a solid real world connection and we split off to dance. We talk about how cool it must be to be a Muppet, because you get all this fame without people really knowing who you are (we mean the puppeteers and voices, even though we can't see them) and also that they get access to these kinds of ridiculous gigs, like when Miss Piggy was a judge on Project Runway. Michael and I have awesome rhythm and are dancing like pros, with lots of spins, dips, and turns. It's a lot of fun and soon Michael and I are getting a little too close. Both in the real world and in my dream, he has a girlfriend. But in the dream, it didn't seem like either of us wanted to care.

I feel like this was part of my Supernatural dream because first off, Jane was in both parts, even if I don't remember who she actually is. Also, I was thinking about Jared while on the dance floor. Not like I was actively cheating on him if we were a couple, or in a distant way thinking of a break up or falling out. I just kind of had him on my mind every once in a while.

I have never knowingly been with anyone who had a significant other and I had that thought in my dream too, but I was rationalizing with Michael that I wasn't [insert real name here], I was [insert stage name here], so it didn't count.

I don't remember if anything actually happened between us, but I do know we danced til close, including doing something akin to the Electric Slide haha. The Muppets were shutting down their set and heading out. I saw Statler and Waldorf (the hecklers) leave and Sweetums too on his bike. They were heading to this big party full of debauchery and it was really strange to hear them talking about it.

 Picture these guys talking about a sex party at your own risk.

As we were leaving the club, we jumped into a cab, but realized Jane wasn't with us. The cab had rows and rows of empty seats, so we asked him to wait, while we called for our friend. I saw my best friend from home, Lauren, and her sister waiting in line to get into another cab and for some reason I didn't want to call to her. I think I was embarrassed to be out with Michal since he has a girlfriend.

We waited for Jane for a few minutes, but then without warning, the cabby drove off. As we left, we saw a bunch of Muppets chickens being crazy and partying in the street.

And that, my dears, was my messed up dream.

All the best, from my crazy mind to yours,
Andy  <3

Cups [Court Cards Included]

Yesterday was such a wonderfully lazy day, I was super tempted to repeat it today. But, alas, I have things to do and should get back into the habit of waking up early as my shift starts at 8 tomorrow morning. Boo.

Since I pulled my Goddess cards so late on Monday night, I did not feel I needed to pull one yesterday. But today I have two! My Goddesses love to repeat themselves.

First off, I shuffle a bunch, and while I don't usually like to peak at the bottom card (I personally shuffle and pull from the top only), I felt the urge to take a quick glance. Who was there? Why MAEVE of course. I have pulled her 3 times since reading for my blog and it was funny to see such a familiar face. You can read more about the times I pulled her here, here and here.

After pulling from the top, who was there but Diana! The very same Goddess that I mentioned in my Pentacles post just this past Monday. Hello, darling.

Naturally, I said hey, and then shuffled some more and pulled another.

A completely new love popped up to say Hi. White Tara, Sensitivity. Underneath her she says, "You are becoming increasingly sensitive. Avoid harsh relationships, environments, situations, and chemicals."

This card may seem weirdly specific, and that's what I thought when I saw her when I went through all my cards initially. However, she is extremely fitting for what is going through my life right now, in a number of ways.

This is my second week living in Florida. While I've visited here before, I was usually out doing things with my family. Too much movement to see if this new climate was effecting my body in a new way. What I've so far learned is that the humidity is awful for my allergies and that I can apparently get a cold from the air conditioning even when it's at 75 degrees. I've been coming here for at least 15 years, but I'm learning things about my body that I had previously been blind to.

Another thing is, as I mentioned in my Pentacles post, I am getting better at opening up to people in general. Last night, I was in an extremely introspective mood. I was deeply considering writing about these issues and past experiences that I have thus far so purposefully skirted around. I got in touch with an online counselor. I am coming to terms with the things that I've been through. One of the things that I've constantly felt is that I haven't been through something traumatic, so I haven't the right to write about it. I don't like the idea of painting myself as a victim because unless I fall into one of my dark moods, I don't think that I am, and I think putting it out in the world would make me seem like I'm screaming for attention. Clearly, I'm still talking in circles. But I'm accepting that people have different thresholds and I have every right to share what is on my mind, just like it is everyone else's right to simply not read it.

I have yet to share any of my writings except for in the Parlour (Intensive) because these people just seem safe, and like the least judgmental group I've ever been a part of. I will hopefully share more in my blog, and in turn share my blog to the outside world soon. I like to think I am getting there.

Now, let's move on to Cups, shall we?

Ace:
What are some things that make you want to propose a toast to Life?
Well, let me see...definitely my lazy days. Yesterday was magical. I wanted to go swimming but was too cold, so you know what I did? Took a 3 hour bath and just lounged and splashed. It was glorious.
Hmmm what else...Friendship of course. And luck. I have a very good friend here in Florida whom I just met a week ago. I always seem to have good luck with my roommates. I have been randomly placed with people 4 times now and every time my roommate is a gem.
Another one...I'm going to lump family in with friendship so...my traveling experiences! I've been so lucky as of late to have to the freedom and support to wander off willy nilly and plop down in a space of my choosing :)

Two:
Who do you want to toast to? Who makes you feel completely accepted?
Currently, it would have to be my SF friend. We haven't spoken as much since my move, lots of different things moving around so it's hard for us to coordinate, but he's probably the person I've confided in most these past few months and I've yet to feel him judge me

In order, Le Tarot des Femmes Erotiques, Dreaming Way, and Joie de Vivre.

I really like this card in every deck as they each show a completely different idea of companionship or love. In Erotiques, it is two women who just look like they are completely enjoying one another's company. They also seem to be doing a balancing act of some kind, each keeping the other in check. In Dreaming Way, there is a man and a woman who do seem to be literally toasting each other. Unless you count the shape of the smoke, there doesn't seem to be a literal translation of romantic feelings. The owls in Joie de Vivre seem very much in love, however. They are in symmetry, or balance like in Erotiques, but also have heart hanging over their heads, with two cups overflowing with water (intuition) at their feet.


Three: 
Who is in your gang?
Don't have one at the moment; I'm working on it.

I LOVE my femmes card because it looks like 3 ladies just went on an interpretive dance spree. That's what my future gang will look like, for sure.

Four:
What are somethings that you aren't quite as grateful for as you should be? Things that happen on the daily that you forget are gifts?
Kindness, shelter, a job.

Five:
When depression hits, what is there to snap you out of it?
Usually I just let it run it's course, honestly. I do know that my friends are there for me, but I just prefer to go it alone, be depressed until I'm so sick of it that I just walk towards that bridge and head to the castle.

Six:
Six is all about nostalgia and bringing out your inner child. What do they want to do right now? Is there a happy memory that instantly brings you back?
My inner child love to just dance and run around. Explore, draw. Whenever I feel like I need a break, I throw on some music and dance around my house. I think a lot of my early good memories are just about time with my family, going to the movies or out to dinner together. It's peaceful, and when I'm in a funk like in the Five of Cups, doing those activities alone help me out a bunch.

Seven:
Lots of options and creativity! What are some of the things running through your mind?!
I always have projects in mind. Knitting, sewing, painting, blogging, my future store...the key is to actually make a move on something if you want it to happen. My procrastination is a huge problem for me, I rarely ever work on personal projects. I like to think I am getting better at blogging though :)

I love the Dreaming Way 7 of Cups. I think it illustrates the idea of options and creativity super well. It also looks like it can go hand in hand with the different suits. There's coins (pentacles), cups (the woman looks like she's flying to me), wands (maybe the smoke? Fire, making things happen) and swords (the snake). I also see different activities; dreams, flying, a castle or home, a crown for making decisions, the snake for poisonous actions...etc.

Eight:
This card is about moving on and finding what works for you. Examples?
This entire year has been my moving on from a bad situation. No looking back.

"Bye, Felicia"

The Joie de Vivre card is great, I think. A lot of 8 of Cups cards depict someone leaving the cups. This deck has someone using his cups to escape. He didn't have what he wanted so he inverted his cups to create something new and took flight. I love that he also looks happy about this decision, I think that's important.

Nine:
Your heart's desires are coming true! What do you wish for?!
Shhh, it's a secret ;)

Ten:
MAGIC IS HAPPENING! WHAT DO YOU FANTASIZE?
I haven't mentioned my new job title cause I could get in trouble if I mix my two lives too much, but lemme just say DISNEY WORLD. I work for the HAPPIEST PLACE ON EARTH and I've only been applying here for 4 years. MAGIC BABY!

Note: The Court Cards have a similar meaning throughout the suits.

Page (Novice):
The Page is dreaming of love and life and happiness! She's the daydreamer who isn't necessarily paying attention, but has a head full of thoughts.

I love my Femmes card because...just look at her! Dreamy. Underneath, she says "Unexpected Love."
Dreaming Way is pretty cool too. I think she looks sad, which I never liked before, but if you actually look at the picture as a whole, she is filling her cup with her thoughts. Her head is literally dripping with intuition!
Me and the Page are biffles. Dreaming up new things and new loves is just about my favorite past time haha!

Knight (Lady):
This lady is on it. She's starting that journey and wants to make your dreams come true!

Queen (Chatelaine):
I think the Queen of Cups is super important. She's the protector. She's protecting your heart and your dreams. She's allowing that Page to keep on daydreaming.
I think that right now I really relate to the Queen of Cups. She is protecting me and my feelings, while also helping me to grow. I've already started my journey and am doing what I enjoy, but I haven't completed anything yet. I'm working on it.

King (Queen):
The king is there! You've fulfilled your dreams and are doing what makes you happy!

I love how all of these cards look as they don't just seem to have reached their goal, but they seem set on helping you (or others) reach it too.
Look at Femmes. Underneath her it says "She Who Offers Love," and she looks like she's just waiting for you to pop down next to her on the bed and share some delicious tea and cookies. The King in Dreaming Way is sitting alone, but he's got a nice, knowing smile like he'd happily help you up or get you your own floating throne. And then there's the Joie de Vivre. He looks like a witch doctor to me and in one hand he's got a cup/bowl full or magic, while his other is beckoning you to come forward and get some magic of your very own.
I definitely admire the King right now. Some people get what they want and that's it; this guy is intent on sharing the wealth, so to speak.

Hope you enjoyed my stories today :)

Lots of love and luck,
Andy <3