DivinationsReading the Tarot for myself, and sometimes for You (the Greater I of which you and I are part), has been a source of comfort and guidance for decades. I used my first deck for 20 years. It was the small round MotherPeace deck. Then The Gaian Tarot came magically into my hands. That story ("Death, Says My Tarot Deck), and others are on YouTube. Now, I use the Fool's Dog Tarot Sampler or Gaian Tarot app on my iPad. Some doubt the efficacy of electronic divination but it works for me. The way I see it, it's not the tool you use (some shaman kill chickens and read their entrails!) it's your connection with MOM that helps you see what's in the cards. Things are (getting?) wild out there, and guidance is good when things are hairy. Offered here are dreams and readings that I've done, along with some others'. |
It was the last full moon of 2023 (December 27). Because it’s been such a difficult year and I’d like it to be better next year, I went to the cards for a little guidance. Considering the different spreads, I saw some listed under "Relationship" and I thought about our relationship with Mother Earth. Some were listed under "Self Improvement" and I thought 'We could use a little improvement.' Going Deeper is the name of this spread. Let’s see what's suggested…. The (single) Significator, The Hermit, suggests going inside for guidance. Looking for the light inside.
Undermining Forces (cards on the left, bottom to top) are our lack of community (Reversed 3 of Earth), our being out of touch with the Mystery (Reversed High Priestess), and our willing acceptance of the deception of people in power (7 of Swords). It continually amazes me how well the cards describe a situation. Supporting Forces (cards in the centre) are our Imagination (7 of Chalices), a sudden turn of fate (Wheel of Fortune), and we have limited choices (8 of Swords). We must learn to work within our capacities, even blind and helpless as we feel we are! The Outcome (fan of cards, left to right) appears to be a return to the Garden, a taming of the nature of humanity (9 of Pentacles). While I can imagine that there will be some reluctance to let go of the past, suspension of Judgement was what occurred to me with Judgement Reversed. When I saw the Highland Cow in the Empress Reversed I remembered the experience of Chris Bledsoe who was bowled over by a cow/bull when The Lady came to speak to him about humanity. Seeing the card upside down, I thought, “we have to turn that around! We need The Lady’s help!” Being presented with 5 Upper Arcana in one reading is pretty momentous... I wonder, do you see more here than I do? What do the cards/placements mean to you? Click "Read More" to see the meanings of the cards as written by the designers of the decks and offered by Fool's Dog Tarot Sampler. Thank you so much for following along.
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Spread: Modern Celtic Cross Date: Dec 22, 2023 = 12/22/2023 Question: As the Eighth Fire is lit and medicines are offered I call Raven, Bear, Whale, Earthworm and Dragon to stand at the approaches to the sacred sphere, the ball that holds All that seek the greatest good for All That Is, and I ask… what wisdom will You offer to the people of this world at this time of turning, of increasing light on the Northern hemisphere? Following are the messages that I received from the cards. You are welcome to see your own messages in my cards, or pull your own using the Fool's Dog app found at the link at the bottom. I chose as Significator the Ace of Fire, the beginning of the light. It was covered (obscured!) by the Reversed King of Cups. I thought, "Yes. How perfectly true." I turned over what crosses him, and I saw, on the 9 of Coins, a beautiful sovereign woman standing in a glorious garden with a Bird of Paradise on her fingertips… The Root of the Matter is the Magician, the Magic that surrounds us and is at our fingertips. Look to our roots to learn the skills needed. In the Past I see dragons failing, flailing, falling from the skies. Doubt and grief have impeded our Rising. The Fire Queen Crowns us - as we align proudly with Animals and are generous and practical, celebration is in the skies. The Future holds 9 Swords. While 7 swords hang on the wall, two run through our head. Stress and distress are inflicted by our thoughts, and the swords in reality, fall mostly outside ourselves. Hopes and Fears - the Green Woman Reversed. Yes… we hope for the manifestation of blessings of The Green Wo/Man, and fear that it will not happen. This reminds me of what has come through me about the Self-Image of the Destined Child of Gods, #TheOneWeAre. "The Green Man" from Celtic mythology was suggested, and yet, this is a better image, now that the wheel is being turned by the Divine Feminine. With Family and Friends, the Four of Swords suggests this is not a good time for risk in business. Things are ungrounded, and not to be trusted. Be very careful. In the realm of Dreams and Ideals, 5 of Earth (Pentacles) Reversed, suggests that short term possibilities are steps toward what we desire, and rekindling our spiritual interests gives warmth in cold times. What Will Come is the Reversal of the Wolf, those who are devoted to money and power. Remember your Dreams and Ideals… Remember what Crowns us. Remember the Root of the Matter. To see the meanings of the cards, as written by the creators of the different decks, please click Read More... It’s 12/12 and the Dark of the Moon. Big things are afoot in the world. A message, please, for me and my readers, my community, and the world… Shall we look at the large picture? Let us see… (using the free Fool's Dog Tarot Sampler) I chose the Past/Present/Future spread, but wasn't happy with the Ringmaster Reversed in the Future. Pulling more cards, I built "A Bridge to the Future," a spread I designed years ago. Below, the guidance is shared. Farther below, the meanings written by the designers of the cards can be seen by clicking Read More. The Past: The Mother of Water, or Queen of Cups. An intuitive loving mother bringing goodness to her community -- She did, long long ago; and it was good... The Present: 7 of Wands. Have the courage of your convictions and you will prevail! You have Dragon power on your side! 2024 is the Chinese Year of the Dragon. The Future: The Ringmaster Reversed! Yes, there are still too many emotionally immature people bonded to the tyranny of the Prevailing Powers. -- That’s not the future I want! How do I turn it around? Build a Bridge to the Future! Starting on the left, at the bottom: How can we give foundation to Our Great Mother who supported us so well in The Past? Ace of Wands Reversed, suggests that coming up with our own ideas of how to fix the issues won’t help—taking care of ourselves; being kind to each other; and holding our lights high in these especially dark times will. At the top, between the Past and the Present: How do we bridge the gap and carry the power of the Past forward into our Present? 10 of Swords—throw ourselves high into the unknown/darkness; push back against inertia! This is temporary! Beside the first at the top, a second: Minding the treacherous path before us, what will help us find good footing? The Wheel—fortune favours the brave and this too shall pass. I love that the cat's feet are going forward in a different way, and the cat is smiling, happy upside down! Working/walking in a different way... Down to ground the foundation... taking the wisdom forward, in the real world, the right way... How do we connect this wisdom through the darkness to Mother Earth in the most safe and practical way? 4 of Air Reversed - watch for illusions and watch your step. Not all is as it seems… the Path of Light continues before you. Next Level Soul hosted by Alex Ferrari, has been on my radar for quite some time. It's more than time that I share one of his guests with you. Alex interviews channelers, people with NDEs (Near Death Experiences) and others on the leading edge of the Shift - or, using Metatron's imagery, Alex is "riding the wave".
If you've never heard Alex's show before, start from the beginning for the entire experience; I've got this cued up from just before Addison Ames begins channeling Metatron. This is high energy and high quality content! Addison, as Metatron, is SO ANIMATED, he uses the entire screen! and he's SO CLEAR. "The Shift is not coming; it's here!" I thought I might transcribe Metatron's words, like I do for Jim Garrison, and if someone wants me to I will. Its quality leads me to believe it's worth my time (and yours) but without a request, I'll just let it slide. Let me know; I'll make it so. Today,December 9, we humans are living in a 5-cycle. Buckle up! IT’S ALL ABOUT CHANGE Harnessing the power of chaos may initially seem daunting, but its potential for positive transformation becomes evident when understood as a natural force driving necessary change. The unsettling nature of chaos arises from its ability to simultaneously draw in information from diverse perspectives, which may create a sense of being overwhelmed. However, recognizing its inherent purpose can provide a renewed centering and a fresh outlook conducive to personal growth. Chaos is a conduit for integrating wisdom across science, technology, psychology, and spirituality. Ancient cultures like the Mayans, who referred to it as the life force of Quetzalcoatl or CHICCHAN, recognized this phenomenon. Many societies preceding ours perceived chaos as a catalyst for unlocking higher potential, prompting a deeper understanding of the true self. STRATEGY What is our best strategy when chaos rises? -- acceptance of our higher self, not as supernatural or human magic, but as who we truly are. Take a deep breath and imagine sitting in a cozy sphere inside a cube. Adorn your sphere as a safe space with whatever calls you: blankets, candles, plants, scents, etc. From this vantage point, you can relax and receive input from all corners of the cube equally and simultaneously. Humans are naturally drawn to the “center of the cube;” we just get distracted by a single point of view. A behavioral example of this is when everyone ends up in the kitchen at a party. We are drawn to the hub to engage with as many people as possible. This is where the energy of the 5 resides, the number of chaos. Kitchens are usually the energy centers of our homes, just as our hearts are centering for the body and spirit. The kitchen as “the heart of the home” is a common notion. Our best strategy is to allow a recentering so chaos can help us embrace our complete capabilities and acknowledge that there is always more to our existence than meets the human eye. Our best strategy includes flexibility for listening to new truths with open minds and hearts. Welcome to the new human story! Peace + gratitude, Cindy Today, I’m experiencing a triple 5-5-5 wave: 5 day…5 month…AND the 5 planetary daily cycle. It will be a doozy! I’m excited for the ride. If you would like a deeper dive into the sphere and cube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0DXkqmKOTpY Cynthia W. Bledsoe, MA, CRMT FUTURIST Center for Cocreation
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Now the Cherokees are talking…I am listening. Last night, as I lay down to rest, I asked that I be given clarity for my life’s work during dream time. I awoke with a flood of ideas about a new creation that would support our attunement to new truths now available. Immediately, I rushed to my desk to write it all down. I sketched, mapped, and outlined until I felt I fully grasped all that was available. I’ll be contemplating this further in the days to come. When this task was completed, I began my morning reading, and voices seemed to seep in between the text lines of my book. They were loud, bold, and persistent. They sounded ancient and thunderous. Then I saw the faces of those I believed to be Cherokees. I recognized them from my childhood summers visiting Cherokee, NC, in the Oconaluftee River Valley of the Appalachian mountains. They tried hard to get my attention with their voices and spears, which they repeatedly pounded mightily into the ground. The vision emerged through the white spaces between the lines of my book until it took up the whole page. Then I put the book down and listened. Here is what they had to say. Remove the masks, and silence will follow swiftly, ending their tales. Gaze into the mirror, not at others' obscure words. Truth's rays, like lightning through our strong blades, illuminate Earth. Unmask with courage; clear the smoke from your mirror. Embrace the lightning's illumination, find courage, and claim your truth with both swords united. I was reading words in a book when this vision emerged. I do not believe the “swords” are weapons here. It seems “swords” refers to the elevated truth language and our new story. It was paramount to Cherokees that their story and culture not be erased and they may be trying to tell us the same. I shared the first part of my morning because our new story and how we discern and express it is the precise theme of the creation I received when I awoke this morning. The new idea uses stories to personally and collectively elevate us through applying daily practices and group play, which leads to cocreating a new world. But first, we must firmly establish and claim our field for it, as the Cherokees emphatically insist. They are telling us how to end this cycle and begin a new one. Truth is the tool to illuminate Earth. peace + gratitude, Cindy Connecting intuitively with the 4th that is beyond the 3 that are the same... balancing values that heal mutually, supporting life in the void of creativity. Gail Thomas says she is "grateful to Pamela Schreiner, Charo Pinilla, Robert Mendelson, Lynn Brodlie, Shawnda Clawson, Keith Spence, Michele Germain, Claudia Valdes Vega and James, Melisa Officinalis, Susanne Kasack, Tree Child, Carol Sue Engleman, Urzula, Mali, Lisa Wolf, and more than I can recall."
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