Yesterday I’ve
received the Raven's Prophecy Tarot by Maggie Stiefvater in the mail and because we have been quite
busy decorating for Christmas, these two cards are the first ones I pulled from
the deck.
The Knight
of Wands, my least favorite card for ages but recently it has become one of my “sigh
cards”. Whenever he shows up I get the feeling I am Brave enough to do whatever I set my mind too. Up until now
this card has always been mainly about overcoming my creative fears. So when I asked
in what area of my life he would be willing to help me I was very surprised I got
the Ten of Wands. This is the card of burdens and burn-outs. So soon in December
and already I’ve pulled Ten of Wands. Together these two cards are telling me not to
be afraid of whatever comes my way this month. They assure me I will be able to
find the energy and courage to engage any challenge ahead and they also remind me I don’t
have to do everything on my own. I have the tendency to believe “Ellen knows best”
but I also know I have two very capable loving daughters and a darling SIL who
are always willing to do one’s bit whenever this is needed and/or asked. Also I will remember the almost magical soothing
effect of making art. So whenever my head hangs low from anxiety and fear caused
by the burden of feeling overly responsible, my paints and pencils will always be
ready for action.
I love so much that this Knight has appeared for you again!! And the 10 looks rather like the antlers are decorated with Christmas lights ;-) I hope you enjoy this deck. I find the simplicity and color scheme really lovely. Hugs!
ReplyDeleteMe too!!! I have a distinct feeling this deck and I are going to be best friends too!
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This is definitely a time of year that is both wonderful and stressful. ha ha ha. It's easy to feel overburdened during the holiday season. Nice to see you got an encouraging message from the cards. The cards look beautiful too, I love the artwork on these two. Have fun using your new deck!
ReplyDeleteThank you WM! I am sure I will enjoy working this one a lot!
DeleteWith a SIL soon to move in, I can see how this might add to your load (even though you welcome him!). More people, more things to do, more confusion. But it looks like your knight has things well in hand!
ReplyDeleteI think the Knight is a great motivator to get things done as long as he doesn't get overenthusiastic and takes on more than he can handle :D
DeleteThere's a lot of strength I find in the Knight of Wands and I always get excited, when this card comes up, as long as I keep in mind there is always risk involved in every new adventure and make discerning decisions with my feet placed in reality. I use to take on too much but now I am fortunately at a place in my life that I don't need to nor do I want to! Being an all or nothing kind of personality it can still be problematic for me when I take on too many physical chores. It's like I don't want to stop for fear of not getting something finished. Burnout is no fun and I'm all for the fun!
ReplyDeleteThat is the upswing of getting older: we get to know and understand ourselves better and better!
DeleteFun is good!
Hugs
The Knight of Wands in this deck is particularly appealing. I love how he's following you around.
ReplyDeleteLuckily I see him now as my Best Friend, otherwise I might think he was stalking me :D
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