{ Magic Monday }

Hi Y'all! Have you had a good summer? It's been a hot minute since I've been able to write, but I've got a fresh, three-card spread to share with you - perhaps one which will be particularly helpful with Mercury all up in Retrograde again. Let's dig in:

Six of Swords, Knight of Wands and the King of Swords from the Pagan Otherworlds tarot deck by Uusi Design; gorgeous Iris printed pelt by Ash Miyagawa. 

- Six of Swords - This is where we are now. I'm not one bit surprised to see this card, which was the last card I pulled for us in June (a 'no shit, Tarot' type of card if there ever was one...) which represents a change for the better after a period of uncertainty. Through our own introspection, we may be seeing things a little more clearly and finding a new awareness. This card can also signify a journey for some, but is always a reminder that our transitions are cyclical and our experiences are transitory. 

- Knight of Wands - BUT! We may be feeling restless, impatient - eager to get this change of scenery (be it mental, physical or both) over and done with. Our sense of courage and desire for adventure is a useful tool for us here, but it can be causing us to act recklessly if we don't take some time to really contemplate our best steps forward. In short, we must slow our collective roll. 

- King of Swords - If we are able to measure our desire for change with rational guidance - and this type of thing takes time, patience and thoughtful evaluation - then we will be coming into our new passage with wisdom and fairness. It's about taking the higher road these days - no easy feat, not ever - and seeking out counsel when we feel unsure. The exchange of knowledge is one we can all benefit from so don't be too proud to seek it out and by all means share what you know! 

*The beautiful tarot cloth I am using is a printed rabbit pelt created by none other than our own Ash Miyagawa, who has opened an incredible shop wherein you will find botanical illustrations, prints and beautiful, unusual goods! You can visit this shop, here!

 *These tarot card readings are intended for us all as a community and are therefore broad. If you are interested in a more specific, in-depth reading - we offer individual readings at Oracle as well! If you would like to schedule an appointment for an individual reading, you can do that here or give us a ring at 816.982.9550. You can also join us for one of our monthly Tarot Workshop & Happy Hour events and learn more about cartomancy!    

{ Three Card Monday }

Hi Y'all! Did you have a good break? Mine was excellent, lots of hiking and family time and generally mulling over the brain raccoon fodder I have going on. Let's ease into this week with a little three card pull, eh? 

- Page of Swords - This fuckin' guy. Well, so we've been collecting data and obtaining knowledge and we feel prepared to use it....but we still don't have a handle on the most practical application of this information. I feel like we are ready to jump in two different directions, and each path contradicts the other. This Page harbors some doubts and indecision in the face of potential action. Time for us to knuckle down and make an informed step forward....

- Nine of Wands - The thing to remember here, is that we must be true to ourselves (and this very thing should inform our actions). The wands relate to creative expansion, removing any distracting and extraneous flourishes and really distilling a thing down to it's very essence. The Nine of Wands assures us that our endeavor is not one of futility, that we have earned our place through hard work and tremendous discipline. The nine is a symbol of strength, telling us to accept our challenges rather than avoid them.

- Knight of Swords - Time to do this thing y'all. We are going to have to use our words and use them well in the pursuit of justice and truth. Full disclosure: I can't stand the signs at the airport that read, 'if you see something, say something' but you know, with good judgement this applies here. If you see something fucked up, you need to speak up for yourself and for others. We've done well to inform ourselves, we have worked hard to earn our position here and now we can act with courage and conviction. Fear is the mind killer, y'all - permit it to pass over and through you, and then get going!

- Jeff Goldblum - Let us just take a moment of pause to appreciate the beauty and wisdom found in Jeff Goldblum's Jurassic Park character, Dr. Ian Malcom, fictional mathematician and self-professed 'chaotician'. Enjoy.

 *These three card readings are intended for us all as a community and are therefore broad. If you are interested in a more specific, in-depth reading - we offer individual readings at Oracle as well! If you would like to schedule an appointment for an individual reading, you can do that here or give us a ring at 816.982.9550. You can also join us for one of our monthly Tarot Workshop & Happy Hour events and learn more about cartomancy!

{Three Card Monday }

Hi Y'all! I hope this finds you well - we have a pretty intense reading for the week, but I think it bodes well for a positive outcome. Shall we take a look?

- The Hermit - We might be feeling a bit like we are in crisis mode lately, and The Hermit's presence is certainly indicative of needing to confront and accept change and also to let go. Crisis can yield positive transformation, the trick here is being able to change our perspective and be receptive to alternate points of view. We are invited to engage in some silent introspection and re-evaluation - this lantern lights the path for real wisdom, Y'all.

- Judgement - Again, we are being given a card which symbolizes transformation and liberation. Judgement exists as a wake-up call for us, the emergence of a vocation and a calling to follow our conscience and intuition and rise above our immediate and personal 'needs'. I can't help but see it as a reminder for us to cultivate empathy, to recognize that if something isn't good for us (me), it isn't good for anybody (humanity). 

- Nine of Swords - If we are able to accept change and let go of the things that no longer serve us as an individual and/or community, well then shit gets really good y'all. Nine of Swords is all about illumination gained through new understanding - we break our old habits and intellectually let go. This card always makes me think of the kind of self-inflicted mental torture we put ourselves through - creating hypothetical issues, often at the expense of dealing with actual, real problems. It's a trap - let's stop falling for it so we can experience real clarity and put our minds towards positive action in the world.

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BONUS THREE CARD PULL!!!!

I wanted to post a three card pull that I did for myself last Friday. I borrowed my homegirl's Wild Unkown deck because it always gives such beautiful and clear readings. I felt like the message I received was clear as a bell and also relevant to others who might also be feeling a little scared and lost lately. Check it out:

- The Moon - Yes...I am feeling uncertain and I have fears. (No shit, Tarot).

- The Lovers - But..I have love, partnership, union and the support of the people I love. This is super important.

- Strength - Therefore...I have strength. Not to be super sappy (but I am what I am), love is our greatest gift and tool during difficult times. Love gives us strength to make the impossible come to fruition.

(Nothing drove this message home more clearly than watching y'all come out and march on Saturday! Seeing your beautiful faces turn up on social media outlets moved me to tears, with your excellent signs and open hearts. Thank you for marching and for giving me hope).

 *These three card readings are intended for us all as a community and are therefore broad. If you are interested in a more specific, in-depth reading - we offer individual readings at Oracle as well! If you would like to schedule an appointment for an individual reading, you can do that here or give us a ring at 816.982.9550. You can also join us for one of our monthly Tarot Workshop & Happy Hour events and learn more about cartomancy!

{ Three Card Monday }

It's Three Card Monday, Y'all! Now who is ready for some radical revolution?

~ The Nameless Arcana ~ AKA Death :: I won't lie Y'all, this card tends to scare the buhjeebus out of people. I get it, Death is frightening for a lot of us (in the literal sense) and for those who understand it's significance in the Tarot, there may still be some dread or apprehension since endings and changes can be pretty scary/uncomfortable as well. That said, I AIN'T SCURRED. Here's why, The Nameless Arcana is about a healthy purge, it's a call for radical rebirth - we have an opportunity to discover what kinds of change are desired and required to better ourselves (and also our community) and be receptive to the transformation. Every time I've ever pulled this card, it has heralded significant change for the better. Every. Single. Time.

~ The Emperor :: This dude is all about stability and authority, which in this case is encumbering our ability to change. Often our fear of losing security and familiarity can keep us trapped in unhealthy thinking patterns - and I believe the Emperor here has turned up to show us that we can be active in the world and access our earthy power if we are open to profound revolution. Putting our fear of change aside to make way for some real improvement is key. 

(If I may take a moment to use what the kids here call, Real Talk, permit me: I can also see some real obstacles here as well - our corrupt government. unethical land management and business practices, racism, sexism, poverty, the militarization of our police...I could go on and on and on and on...I mean, it's a mess out there. I know we are all bummed out about this. A good approach to dealing with these things, is to embrace an opportunity for discourse and conversation - to cultivate empathy, compassion and love for one another so that we can stand shoulder to shoulder and build with a foundation of real stability). 

~ Five of Pentacles :: I've pulled this card before for us and it's not surprising that it comes up again in this reading. The four pentacles anchored in the corners of this card represent stability, at the heart of which a central pentacle is suspended, representing a  new interest opening in a spiritual, planetary or cosmic dimension. The pentacles relate to abundance, not just material wealth, but a type of well-being that comes from being connected to our spiritual centers. So how do we get to this point? By embracing change for the betterment of humanity and our planet -  and having an active role in the transformation. Be a champion for our community and environment by challenging things which - for lack of a more elegant way to describe it - are fucked up. 

We can do this Y'all, I've got yer backs!!

 *These three card readings are intended for us all as a community and are therefore broad. If you are interested in a more specific, in-depth reading - we offer individual readings at Oracle as well! If you would like to schedule an appointment for an individual reading, you can do that here or give us a ring at 816.982.9550. You can also join us for one of our monthly Tarot Workshop & Happy Hour events and learn more about cartomancy!

{ Three Card Monday :: New Year }

Happy New Year! How is 2017 treating everyone so far? Let's look at a few cards for this week and see what we got going on!

~ Judgement ~ Now we're cooking with gas! This is what we want, Y'all. The next step towards enlightenment is about transformation and freedom. As we re-evaluate our past actions and our future goals, we are approaching a heightened ability to access our personal power. Judgement is a card of androgynous existence, rebirth and receptivity. It's a pretty big deal, really. It means we have faced our challenges and are receptive to enhance our everyday life by tapping into our spiritual selves and rising above petty, meaningless engagements. It's what we are striving for, the betterment of humankind via personal enlightenment. Lofty goals, indeed....but how can we apply such grand concept in our day to day lives? My short-hand take is, pick your battles, life is too short for bullshit - be selective and use good judgement (ahhhh, see what I did there?) when you decide where to place your energy.

~ Five of Wands ~ Now, we aren't going to get anywhere if our energies are unfocused. This is a card of cooperation, working together to realize a common goal. This card is also about desire (regarding our sexuality as well as creative pursuits) and reminds us to be open to move past personal agenda into a more profound exploration in the world. This is the thing that tends to get in our way, something we need to be aware of and keep in check. Easy peasy.

~ Ten of Cups ~ YISSSSS. This card represents success in all areas of our lives - having a full heart with deep personal satisfaction. If we take what we know about Judgement and Five of Wands and apply those lessons to our daily goings-on, then this is end result. As we go through this week, developing and honing our bs detectors, and quieting our distractions to open up to more meaningful, authentic pursuits - this Ten of Cups is our reward. I know we can do it together. 

Now let's have a great week!

 *These three card readings are intended for us all as a community and are therefore broad. If you are interested in a more specific, in-depth reading - we offer individual readings at Oracle as well! If you would like to schedule an appointment for an individual reading, you can do that here or give us a ring at 816.982.9550. You can also join us for one of our monthly Tarot Workshop & Happy Hour events and learn more about cartomancy!

{ Three Card Monday }

Here we go Y'all, are you ready? We have a lot going on this week - let's look at the cards and dig in:

- Seven of Swords - This card is all about being extremely receptive, intellectually speaking and invites us to meditate on the needs of the world. This is a nudge for us to act outside of our own selves and immediate needs and to become more giving towards our fellow man. On a more personal level, the Seven of swords is also about the importance of individuality, removing yourself from harmful influences, being self-aware and able to recognize patterns in your own behavior which are crippling. It's a call for a vision quest, to be a better person for your own damn self - as well as for the betterment of mankind. No big. (Jk jk jk jk jk - it is big).

- Two of Wands - This is a card of embryonic creativity, brimming with potential as you step out to begin your journey. You have plenty of resources to draw from and loads of self confidence - this card is the calm breath you take just before you take your first step onto a new path. Don't sweat it, you made a good, level decision to get here, don't hold yourself back.

- Nine of Cups - The flowers here are shown wilting, this is the end of their flowering and you must allow yourself a period of mourning. This card represents sacrifice and detachment as we accept the end of an emotional cycle and let go so that a new dimension of love can appear. That sounds like a heavy bummer, but this Nine is also a card of fulfillment - and to get there you must make room for your true hearts desire. 

This week's reading was definitely a mix. The Seven of Swords felt like it was speaking to our community in a broad sense (particularly given the atrocities agains humanity in Aleppo and Yemen) calling for us to reach out to our fellow man on a global level. The other two cards really tucked into more individual-focused issues, which may have touched on some very personal concerns for some of you. As this is a general reading given for our community this week, I'd advise that all of us take some time to be self-reflective - to think about how we can take altruistic action in the world. If the Two of Wands and Nine of Cups are speaking to you specifically, you are in a good position to let go, to allow yourself closure and to move forward. No sweat, right?

 *These three card readings are intended for us all as a community and are therefore broad. If you are interested in a more specific, in-depth reading - we offer individual readings at Oracle as well! If you would like to schedule an appointment for an individual reading, you can do that here or give us a ring at 816.982.9550. You can also join us for one of our monthly Tarot Workshop & Happy Hour events and learn more about cartomancy!