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november 19th seven of wands

Standing before a door, slightly open to the night sky, a man defends his position. Strong and brave, he faces all comers. This is not the benevolent competition of the Five of Wands; rather, it is more threatening. Like the Chariout, Major Arcana VII, he is steadfast and feels sure ofhis will. However, while there is control of will, there is a deeper lack of understanding, an echo of the Chariot, indicated by the night sky hebind him. his actions ae being questioned. While his understanding is… Continue

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November 17th Nine of Pentacles

An accomplished woman stands by her gazebo. She gazes on her noble falcon with pride and is surrounded by garden of plentiful pentacles. she has a right to be proud because she has achieved this luxurious lifestyle on her own. Like the Hermit, major Arcana IX, she has chosen a life alone, which she does not seem to mind at all. You have accomplished much that makes you proud. You have created a life that you enjoy and that satisfies you. In spite of your choices, you do not feel lonely. Be awa… Continue

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november 14th The Emperor

In many ways the Emperor is the mirror image of the Empress. Perhaps most obvious is the reversal of thier clothing's color. The passionate red of the Emperor's garment is external, as arehis actions. He is surrouned not by the abstract glyph symbols of the Empress but by more realistic signs of the Zodiac. He holds his representation of the solar system in his hand, showing a more external contal than the Empress. While driven by love and a desire for what is best for everyone, as indicated by… Continue

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november 13th King of Pentacles

A listless man sits impatiently on his throne. He's gazing into the distance and not paying any attention to his environment. He holds his staff loosely, as if he doesn't care if he wields it or not. You enjoy finer things in life and are willing to work hard for them. Although you want the best, you don't expect it handed to you.. At this point, you have worked hard and long: you've wielded your authority and talent wisely. You would like to set down responsibility, if even for just a littel w… Continue

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November 12th Judgement

An angel wears a winged helmet, bringing to mind Mercury, the planet governing communication. Underlining the idea of communication, the angel sounds a horn, calling people from their former lives to new ones. They are being called to judge for themselves their old lives and compare them to their new ones. they will decide for themselves whether or not they answer the call. the message of judgement is clear. You are being called to do something. You might not want to hear it and are actively dr… Continue

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november 11th The Empress

the Empress follows the High Priestess just as inspiration is ideally follwed by manifestation. Circled by astrological symbols representing the possibilities of life, her red belt and her fiery hair speak of earthly passion and sensuality. covering herpassion, though, is her blue, flowing cloak, representing emotion. A solar system-like necklace hangs near her heart. Her action is largely internal and nurturing, surrounded with feeling. She is the Mother archeype from whom all life flows. She h… Continue

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November 9th Nine of Pentacles

An accomplished woman stands by her gazebo. She gazes on her noble falcon with pride andd is surrounded by a garden of plentiful pentacles. She has a right to be proud because she has achieved this luxurious lifestlye on her own. Like the Hermit, Major Arcana IX, she has chosen a life alone, which she does not seem to mind at all. You have accomplished much that makes you proud. You have created a life that you enjoy that satisifies you. In spite of your choices, you do not feel lonely. Be awa… Continue

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November 8th Judgement

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November 7th Ace of Wands

Like al of the aces, this is a gift from the universe. unlike the other aces, the Ace of Wands is bestowed by human hands, indicating a fact of the universe more sympathetic to the human condition. In some ways this is the kindest, most generoius gift of the aces. It is the beginning of everything--the spark of life. It is also the gift of will, of inspiration, of action, of passion, of courage. This illumination from the heaves is the start of all our ideas and projects. Like the Magician, Majo… Continue

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november 6th Five of Cups

A man despairs over the spilling of three cups, unaware of the two glaittering cups behind him. A time of mourning over a loss is natural and necessary. but if it goes on too long, it becomes a melodramatic parody. By turning to the wisdom of Hierophant, major Arcana V, this man can find guidance in his mourning and support in healing his heart. Then he can turn to the future, find hope in the dawning of a new day, and embrace the two cups waiting for him. You have experienced a loss and must m… Continue

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Daily reading August 30th The Hierophant

A leader and teacher wearing vetments, indication wisdom, almost fades into the background. The stained glass window enveloping him brings to mind the great cathedrals of the past, incredible poesm of glass and stone reaching toward heaven. This is an apt symbol of humankind's greatest acheivements of understanding the physical and spiritual worlds. A view of the universe--of all that there is to know, both physically and spiritually--lies beyond. Looking at thses elements as three levels, we se… Continue

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Daily reading August 29th Eight of Wands.

Eight wands fly thru the sky in an orderly fashion over a peaceful pastoral scene. Already set in motion,how the wands will land are already determined. They move with a steadfast surety and speed. Justg as the lion and woman walk together with unity toward a common goal in Strength, Major Arcana VIII, so do the events in the eight of wands. The determined purpose and delicate balance of Strength is joined with the fiery action of wands. Things are set to happen and they will quickly. You are w… Continue

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Daily Reading takin from The Gilded Tarot.. August 28th The Fool

The Fool is at the beginning of his journey. All possiblilities and seeming contradictions exist at this moment. The signs of the Zodiac that he so carelessly juggles indicate both science of the heavens and the vastness of human imagination. These symbols represent all types of personality traits. Which one will he end up with? Will he make this important choice or will the choice be made for him by chance? Is he playing when he should be serious, or is his play filled with wisdom? Speaking of… Continue

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prayers needed Missing 22 year old woman

A friend of Beckys Brother...(his sister) is missing. She is 22 years old. It looks like her boyfriend beat her up.. There are signs of it by dings and dents in the wall in the kitchen and on the fridge where possilbly her head hit it. He is in jail right now and there is still no sign of his sister. This happened last night. He (the boyfriend) has beat her up before and is very controlling. So please pray that they find her ok and that SOB stays in jail where he belongs. Thank you. Love and li… Continue

Added by shadowdance on July 27, 2009 at 3:26pm — 4 Comments

PR pagans Idaho

I started a new group hoping to be able to connect with other people in my area or near.. if you live In Idaho please join. It is a family group. blessings in love and light, Patti http://priestriverpagans.ning.com/profile/shadowdance Continue

Added by shadowdance on June 2, 2009 at 1:22pm — 2 Comments

In Memory of my Mom

I can't believe it is nine years today since my mom has passed on. She was my best friend. Yes, we did butt heads as I was growing up, but we had so many fun times. We would spend so much time just laughing over nothing. There are so many fond memories of the times we t… Continue

Added by shadowdance on April 12, 2009 at 12:13pm — 2 Comments

short story I had to write for a class

My Lady Of the Forest Mist

It was years ago as I recall. So please sit here beside e at the fire and let us sip our tea as I recollect my thoughts..

I was a youngster at the time, Nine, ten? Guess it doesn't matter. Just that it happened.. My girlfriends and I went for a walk. It was a beautiful summers day. The birds were sining and the squirrels were chattering to us. As we got closer to the woods they talked to each other as ifina regime. "There are strangers in our woods, pa

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