Mar 26
I fully expected to see King of Wands this morning since my partner is going away again. It appeared a couple of times in the past few weeks. But instead I got King of Cups. Even though I am an earth sign, I think this represents me. I will explain later. I have to run now to go to the temple.
Update March 27, 7:47 AM Back to talk about the Kings for a bit. It’s interesting that I find King of Wands to represent my partner, and King of Cups me. Wands are of the fire sign, energetic, outgoing. Cups are of the water sign, emotional, quiet. We went to a retreat held by his Church some years ago. They gave everyone a personality test. He was an extrovert, and I was an extreme introvert. The cards representations seem quite right.
Now a little about the King of Cups. I mentioned that I am of the earth sign (by birth.) But it doesn’t represent me. Earth signs are more material, more in touch with sensual pleasures. I am not like that at all. I am more like the King of Cups. Cups are emotional, but the King has matured to be above the control of the emotions. He sits on a throne on a rock just above the crashing waves. The water represents emotions and he is above it. Not influenced by it’s turbulence. But his robe touches the water just a little, showing that he is still in touch with the emotions. He is also holding a cup with the Yin Yang symbol, showing that he’s balanced. The throne that he sits on is shaped like a lotus flower. I like this because I am a Buddhist. Lotus represents purity out of defilements, spiritual maturity. I like that. Oh, and he’s wearing sandals. hehe
When I looked at the card yesterday, the king seemed to be raising the cup, smiling and looking at the distance, saying “have a great trip.” It will be lonely at home.
Mar 25
OK, I had this one before. Nine of Wands. But I have no idea what it can mean for today. My defense up waiting for difficulties. Hmmm… The only thing that stands out is that our cleaning lady will be here and I probably will have to talk to her about her reading. Not really looking forward to that.
Update March 26, 8:00 AM I did another reading for our cleaning lady. Another reader told her something different. But my second reading was pretty much the same as the first one but with more details on the other party involved. They need to talk. I told her over and over again to communicate better. I hope they will.
Mar 24
Four of Cups shows a man deep in thoughts. His facial expression displays dissatisfaction. Three cups are in front of him showing his accomplishment, but he’s not satisfied. He doesn’t notice the fourth cup appearing for him. If he doesn’t start paying attention, he just might miss it.
I see this as my discontent with the material things. I am looking inside but maybe too busy with the inner turbulence to see the other side. Does this make sense? I am not quite sure what to make of the fourth cup. But this sure fits what’s going on in my mind.
Update March 25, 10:02 AM Well, this card wasn’t really about an actual event. It was a reminder to myself that if I dwell on discontent or problems, I am actually more stuck with what I dislike instead of moving forward. If I could only think about what makes me unhappy, how could I see the solution to get out of the situation? Time to let things go and look around for answer.
Mar 23
Temperance is a major card indicating an important event. It means a balanced approach, everything in moderation, ability to juggle things and stay calm. Well balanced mind. Can mean meditation. I really need this to happen now. I will explain later. Gotta get working.
Update March 24, 11:14 AM During my morning Buddhist practice yesterday (3/23), I was still having difficulty stilling my mind. It just sort of surprised me that I wasn’t able to calm down with my years of practice. Sort of scared, also ashamed. But the Temperance showed that I could get through this. It is a Major Arcana card. In my Buddhist view, a major card usually indicates Karma that’s already in play. Things already in motion that one has lesser control over. I thought of Temperance as my years of practice. Something already rooted deep inside. I may think that I am out of control and beyond help, but the practice will eventually kick in. I think it was true and I could feel the mind calming down throughout the day yesterday.
Mar 22
Two of Wands indicates a waiting period. A time of inactivity before the arrival of success. Confidence that things will bear fruit. In the reversed position I feel that something that I have been anticipating will not go as planned. I hope it’s not something major. Yikes! Here’s another card that I don’t have much experience with. It will be interesting.
Update 11:34 AM Today’s plan - go to A Mano for S ‘n B. Sign up for a class or two. Take pictures of the store and the attendees.
Foreseeable reason for failure of plan - last minute request to do a e-newsletter that’s due today. Back to work!
Update 7:07 PM I made it to A Mano. Yay! But I only signed up for two classes. Fair Isle and Two Socks at Once. I didn’t take pictures. There were a lot of people there and I didn’t know most of them. Being shy in person, I didn’t want to ask so many strangers if it was OK to take snapshots. I also didn’t buy anything. Darn! I wanted to have a reason to make a purchase, like materials for the class. But no one knew exactly what will be taught. So I just got out of there.
The classes will be taught by Kathy Hinckley. I don’t know her so I searched on Google for info. Could this Kathy Hinckley be the one? Here’s her blog.
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