Wednesday, September 17, 2014

The Ace of Cups - Love has to flow freely

Joie De Vivre Tarot Paulina Cassidy Ace of Cups
Today’s card it the Ace of Cups from the Joie the Vivre Tarot. One of my “sigh” cards; my “all is well” cards. After picking up the pieces yesterday and trying to look at the more positive side of live, this card is an affirmation I am going to be just fine. Because there is always Love which never runs out. Whatever happens, however we feel, there is plenty of Love flowing form Source. We just have to tap into it and be receptive.
The story: Living and breathing the spirit of love, Euphoria knows no end to the flow of beauty she draws forth and exudes. Her cup overflows with the waters of emotional fulfillment. A sprite hovering above the cup holds the key to the heart, and three pink doves offer her loveberries.
When we open our heart this can become our cup. First fill it with Love then share it and Love will flow effortlessly. We are not supposed to hoard Love and be greedy. When we give freely we’ll notice a soft rippling flow and we are able to develop and ongoing river of Loving kindness.

This is of course an ideal situation. So for today I am just going to do some maintenance on my stream bed; clearing some emotional blockages, deepen and broaden my trust in, and awareness of the Love which surrounds me and to really dig deep and try to let go of, or at least acknowledge some very old sediment. This with yesterdays card in mind:  It is not about the end result but so much more about finding honor and gratitude  in the process how to get there

11 comments:

  1. When I think of love as a verb instead of a noun, it puts me in a better mindset. Then it requires action on my part instead of waiting for it to be dropped in my lap. But you make a good point in saying that love never runs out; I may lose a relationship, but love is not tied to just one person.

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    1. That last sentence is quite relevant for me. I too had to find love elsewhere after losing "the love of my life": With my girls, my family, God(dess) and also, but so differently, with my husband. When we let go of the expectations how love has to show up we can really embrace every way it will appears

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  2. I think the offering of 'loveberries' is just fabulous! It shows (even in a whimsical way) that although we may looking for love in the expected places (the cup for instance) it can be presented in unusual settings in ways we hadn't noticed or acknowledged.

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    1. I think that is the challenge of Love: To recognize and it in all it's disguises and be thankful for it even if it is a little loveberry :)

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  3. This is a lovely deck. I have her first one and have it for sale on Amazon. There is a lot more color in this one. Great post.

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    1. Thanks Sharyn! Yes this deck is less crowdy than the Paulina deck. I love to use it when I feel a bit vulnerable

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  4. Hi dear Ellen!, it's very nice and deep your message, I totally agree with you, if we are opened and attentive, we can find love in the process, and in many persons and beautiful things that surround us! Big kiss and Muchas Estrellas!!!!! :)

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    1. Thank you LM. Being aware of love in all it's shapes and forms is a such a blessing. Not always doable but certainly worth the effort :)
      Many bright stars for you too
      Hugs

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    2. Thank you! and Yes!...let's try! :)

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  5. I love the 'Love Berry' metaphor and loving kindness what could be better. An open heart is a beautiful thing. A very meaningful, deep, and insightful post Ellen.

    Many Blessings to you Ellen,<3

    Catherine

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  6. I love the idea of doing some tidying of the stream bed so the river of loving kindness can flow through us more smoothly! With gratitude, and chucking out hate-filled thoughts, perhaps… :)

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