Future Tarot

It’s a bit late for Miss Michele’s tarot card of the day, but it’s still before midnight. I had to take some time to meditate on this card. It spoke to me loudly, but I couldn’t quite understand its point.

The first feminine card I’ve drawn in weeks, the Queen of Swords symbolizes intelligence and cool practicality; head over heart; strong will and independence.

This shows my current emphasis on building up my business. I think I have passed a threshold. It is time to stop whining about what could have been, what was supposed to be, and get on with making the best of what is. Cool rationality wins out over raw emotions. Miss Drama Queen becomes Mrs. Professional.

Interestingly, the Queen of Swords emphasizes both teaching and journalism. My course for paintball writers begins tomorrow and I have recently helped a few fellow freelancers with in-depth critiques. I feel most motivated when I am teaching, instructing and guiding. It inspires every aspect of my life.

Let’s hope for more readings like this one.

Miss Michele apologizes for her lengthy absence. Gearing up for a post a day in November, while her counterpart over at It Had to Be Said has been quite busy!

With so many deadlines looming, Miss Michele needs Strength and that is exactly the tarot card she selected for today’s card-a-day reading.

Emphasis on self-discipline (isn’t that a recurring theme!?), self-confidence, faith and energy.

This card speaks to me on many level, several of which are far too personal to post here. With an emphasis on reconciliations, vitality and healing, I only hope that the inner tarot power of the Strength card manifests itself today.

I apologize if this reading makes no sense to anyone but Miss Michele…take from it what you will.

And if you would like a free three-card reading specifically for yourself, please post here and let the wisdom of the tarot guide you through Miss Michele!!

Miss Michele’s mind wandered through her massive to-do list as she picked the card for today’s reading. With no specific question in mind, after about 30 seconds, I felt compelled to draw a card.

The King of Rods

I can’t make sense of all the masculine (and phallic!) cards in my readings lately. Once again, this card indicates a strong male influence, although more fatherly than strict and dictatorial.

(Note, when I once again drew the King of Swords yesterday, I decided to skip the reading altogether!)

However, the indication of leadership with the King of Rods could point to me. A teacher, an entrepreneur, a creative type. I may encounter a business opportunity during the auction I’m working this evening. In all, a positive forecast for the day.

Our brave reader, Plaid Earthworm, asks:

To the great and mystically-enhanced Miss Michele, I have a question:

Will my upcoming conference be a positive experience for me, possibly resulting in some new work?

Miss Michele asks the Tarot:

What’s in store for our little Plaid Earthworm at her writer’s conference?

An overview of the cards reveals a highly positive reading. New beginnings, creativity, and wealth! Let’s delve deeper into this three-card spread.

The Ace of Cups appears as the first card, the heart of the matter. It reveals her wishes of new work. Not just any new project, but an emotionally-fulfilling, financially-profitable, steady client.

The Cups suite indicates activity primarily in the realm of emotion. She will leave the conference feeling renewed and invigorated—something she’s needed. Perhaps the daily toil of “submission, rejection, re-write, submission,” with the occasional acceptance letter thrown in, has gotten to our earthy little Worm. But money alone will not satisfy; she wants a project that means something.

The second card, the near future—let’s take that to mean events at the conference—is the major arcane, the Star. The presence of a major arcane indicates this won’t be just any conference, but will mark a significant step in this writer’s life. The Star indicates Plaid Earthworm did the right thing asking for guidance from the Tarot—it’s time for her to rely on her intuition, inner wisdom, and perhaps even psychic abilities.

Incidentally, this card often arises in people who have a renewed or newfound interest in the occult. Perhaps Plaid Earthworm regularly reads her horoscope or meditates. Now would be a good time to take this interest to the next level, in whatever form makes her comfortable. (Which she has, by consulting Miss Michele!)

This conference will not only mark a stage of professional growth, but spiritual growth, as well. The desired results are on their way. Miss Michele encourages you—don’t be afraid to exert yourself. You have the talent, you’ll make the connections… ask and ye shall receive.

The King of Pentacles in the spot of the third card, The Outcome, supports the Star’s assertions. Keep your eyes open for an older, fatherly-type editor, ready to hire you. This person may be blustery, changeable—a strong character—but you’ve impressed him!

Just remember, don’t sell yourself short on the money side just because someone is offering you a “dream project.” Or perhaps, dream projects—the King of Pentacles, corresponding with the Gemini astrology sign, indicates an ability to juggle multiple tasks and do two or more jobs at once. Financial security is important in the future, and it can be yours after this weekend.

Remember, the Tarot points to just one direction the future *may* take. You remain in charge of your destiny!

Readers, post your questions for Miss Michele in the Comments section of today’s post! *For entertainment purposes only*

I already know what kind of day today is going to be. I was set to write this post about 4 hours ago, when my computer decided to reboot itself because Firefox had to “perform updates.”

Then I posted a story for critiquing with an obvious error.

But I got what the psychic community calls a “hit” with my reading yesterday (unfortunately). Most of my readings have come true, over time, but it’s interesting to see such quick results!

The Wheel of Fortune is supposed to tell of positive change coming in the future, possibly a windfall, money coming in. Or a new car.

Yesterday morning, my husband got up to go to work and found a dead battery in our Blazer. (Our only vehicle–as a freelancer, I don’t need transportation during the day. In a pinch, my bicycle gets me back and forth from the grocery store very nicely.)

Hubby had the same problem coming home. Dead battery. And dead battery charger. Headaches ensued, after a long day at work. He made it home fine after fixing the charger. But who needs that?

“That may have been the straw that broke the camel’s back,” he said.

“It’s dead?” I asked.

“I’m not sure what’s wrong with it THIS TIME, but all the problems just seem to be getting worse. Might be time to look into a new car.”

We had wanted to wait for my freelance income to stabilize a bit, but it looks like we may be car shopping this weekend.

I know I promised a reading here everyday, but I’m honestly not sure I *want* to know.