THE QUEEN OF CUPS

TODAY'S CARD IS The Queen of Cups. This version is copyright Amy K. Brown/HeatherWind Designs:



For comparison, here's The Queen of Cups in the Rider/ Waite/ Smith deck:



THE QUEEN OF CUPS: My favorite version of this Queen is in The Thoth deck. But, that said, this Lady always seems to me to have an incredible array of dark and light depths. For instance, I found this Queens of Cups when searching for a version to post today -- don't miss what is said about darkness below the image, by the way. (I only found this image because I'd googled for "Queens of Cups," and I'm glad I made that typo.) I hasten to add, though, that the Queen of Cups can also be a Lady of tremendous light, creativity, and beauty. However, I think those aspects of Her possibilities get plenty of attention elsewhere on the internet. :-)

DIFFERENT TAKES ON THE QUEEN OF CUPS:

Negatively aspected, withholding insight that would be very valuable to the situation, maybe out of fear of how it will be received or a desire to control.

Watch the tendency to try to force one's vision on others; it may not be time for your vision if force seems necessary.

Don't become mesmerized by your dark reflection; you need to own your entire self, not just the darker aspects.

Taking what others say or what one senses from others, too much to heart.

Skilled at intuitively filling in the blanks and creating a workable picture/plan.

A subtle ability to reflect others back to themselves.

When the right situation/relationship comes along you will know it if you listen to your heart.

Someone will make a great offer, maybe one you can't refuse.

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Resource: Key Word Tarot Card Grid; some key words for several entire decks.

Please see the top of the sidebar for my background with the Tarot and a recommendation to beginners.

‘til next time, keep reflecting on your intuitions and enjoying The Tarot,

Roswila
[aka: Patricia Kelly]
****If you wish to copy or use any of my writing, please email me for permission (under “View my complete profile”)**** SEE ALSO: Roswila’s Dream & Poetry Realm for some articles about Tarot.****

THE SEVEN OF PENTACLES

TODAY'S CARDS IS The Seven of Pentacles. This version is by Firemaiden for the Third Aeclectic Community Tarot:



For comparison, here's The Seven of Pentacles in the Rider/ Waite/ Smith deck:



THE SEVEN OF PENTACLES: I used to get this card frequently and still do on occasion. The Seven of Disks (Pentacles) is called "Failure" in The Thoth deck, the first deck I studied assiduously decades ago. And I have a tendency to assume or fear failure when things get too quiet, or hit a hitch, or even are just about to change for the better. It will usually then remind me that it is probably how I am interpreting things and not the situation that is in trouble; if, of course, I have done the necessary work. That it is my unconscious fear of the coming change that is coloring my view of things. Hey, I'm a Capricorn! I like organization and structure, and change can be messy. :-) For some synchronicity involving another version of this card and the graphic, see my dreams and poetry blog post for today, "P.S. To 'Prose and Poetry at the Lighthouse.'"

DIFFERENT TAKES ON THE SEVEN OF PENTACLES:

It's "dead and buried," but you still need to contemplate it. There's valuable information there.

If you are feeling envy, it might be a good idea to learn from the situation. I.e, how did they do it?

Financial difficulties or other kinds of material "failures."

Unconscious stuff is about to undermine you.

Yearning, but for what? Meditate on this.

Stopping efforts just as they are about to bear fruit out of fear of success.

Watch how others accomplish what it is you are wanting to do.

Think this over carefully. What action or response does it actually require, if any?

Other changes have to be more fully developed before you take the action you are considering.

All that is blocking you from the rewards of your hard labor is your fear.

Get clear on your intentions and take the first steps, then wait for feedback.

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Resource: Hollywood Tarot, this is fun, e.g. the Three of Cups is Dolly Parton.

Please see the top of the sidebar for my background with the Tarot and a recommendation to beginners.

‘til next time, keep planting your intentions and enjoying The Tarot,

Roswila
[aka: Patricia Kelly]
****If you wish to copy or use any of my writing, please email me for permission (under “View my complete profile”)**** SEE ALSO: Roswila’s Dream & Poetry Realm for some articles about Tarot.****

THE TWO OF SWORDS

TODAY'S CARD IS The Two of Swords. This version is from The Wheel of Change Tarot, by Alexandra Genetti:




For comparison, here's The Two of Swords in the Rider/ Waite/ Smith deck:



THE TWO OF SWORDS: I've wanted for some time to post the unusual scissors version of The Two of Swords above. But some other card kept cutting it out of the first spot in the queue. And now, at last, justice prevails. Or at least what's sometimes referred to as the mini-Justice card. :-)

DIFFERENT TAKES ON THE TWO OF SWORDS:

Judgments about self or others; others may be judging your actions.

Don't cut someone off without very careful consideration.

Conforming to keep the peace.

Temporary peace.

Stalemate.

Someone may cut you out or off.

Someone may appear to be cutting you off, but they may be simply attempting to balance out their lives at the moment.

Indecisiveness; "Six in one, half a dozen of another."

Enough intellectualizing, give over to your intuition (or vice versa).

Balance between intellect and intuition.

Take your time making the choice; listening to both intellect and intuition.

Rising above conflicts.

Here is the place and the time is now; "X marks the spot."

Don't shut your eyes to the imbalance in this matter in your well-meaning desire to be fair. Sometimes one "side" needs to be backed over the other in order to achieve true equity.

Reconciliation.

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Resource: Tarot Symbols, A Brief Guide by Maryl; one way to start learning about the Tarot’s rich symbology.

Please see the top of the sidebar for my background with the Tarot and a recommendation to beginners.

‘til next time, keep finding peace and enjoying The Tarot,

Roswila
[aka: Patricia Kelly]
****If you wish to copy or use any of my writing, please email me for permission (under “View my complete profile”)**** SEE ALSO: Roswila’s Dream & Poetry Realm for some articles about Tarot.****