In a recent Tarot Chat we had a querent who had recently experienced a very painful event in her life. During her reading I felt compelled to suggest a White Light Healing Visualization.

Many of us experience challenges in our own lives and I wanted to take this opportunity to share this visualization with all of you. May the white light of love, healing, and protection fill you in every moment and may peace and well-being come in with every breath.

A White Light Healing Visualization

First, make your physical body comfortable. You may prefer to sit upright or lay down. You may choose to be in a chair, on a bed, or on the floor. Be however you feel safest and most comfortable.

You do not need a great deal of time for this meditation. You could allow yourself to linger in it thirty minutes, an hour, or choose to go to sleep to it and exist in this healing space all night. But if you can only spare a few minutes at a time, those few minutes are long enough. The meditation itself, once you have become familiar with it through practice, can be done in less than a minute and how long you spend in each moment is entirely up to you. Listen to your heart and let it guide you. You’ll find yourself naturally choosing to stay in some places or speed through others and the places you linger are where you most need to be in that moment.

As you rest, comfortably, seek within yourself. Feel your physical body as it right now. Wiggle your toes and fingers. Close your eyes. Feel each breath you take fill your lungs with air. Feel your arms grow heavy, feel the muscles relax. Feel your legs, your calves, your thighs, feel your hips grow heavy. Feel your body sinking into a greater sense of calm and peace. Feel each muscle stretch and relax.

Now that you are comfortable, picture yourself sitting comfortably in a clearing. Under you are soft green grasses, and around you are trees and flowers. This is a beautiful garden, you’re safe and secluded here, it is your own private place where no one can intrude. You can invite others into this place and they will come when you ask them to but if you choose to be alone in this place no one will bother you.

As you sit there, on the cool grass, feel the warm sunlight stream through the trees. Feel the breeze caress your skin. Listen as that breeze ruffles the leaves. Smell the glorious scents around you. Taste the fresh air. Listen to the sounds you can hear. This garden is your garden and it will always look and feel exactly as you want it to. Take a moment to simply be in this place.

The sunlight gently warms your skin. In your mind’s eye, close your eyes and tilt your face toward the light. As you rest there, imagine light filling the clearing, feel the soft white light of healing energy gather around you, like the sunlight. This energy comes from everywhere, it’s drawn from the trees and flowers, it’s drawn from the grass and the earth beneath you, it’s drawn from the sky and the breeze and the air. It gathers around you in a glowing orb of white light, completely surrounding your body.

Allow the light to grow around you, enveloping you within it. Inside you breathe easily, you feel a gentle warmth on your skin, you feel the soft breeze moving through the light, you hear the beautiful sounds of nature around you, you smell the fresh, clean scents. Know that everything that exists within this light is positive and giving. It nourishes you. And within this light all sense of shadow fades.

Now, while the light surrounds you, seek out the pain and hurt within you and allow light to fill those places. Watch and feel the darkness and the shadows within you fill with glorious white light. See the darkness and shadows disappear as the light fills those places. Feel the light coming into you, filling every emptiness. Feel it flood the pores of your skin, feel it envelop the sockets of your eyes, feel it fill your lungs with every breath, feel it flood into your stomach and internal organs, feel its warmth loosen every muscle in your body, feel it healing you, soothing you, calming you. Let the light completely fill and surround you. Exist in the light, be with it for as long as you need to be in this moment.

You may choose to linger in this healing energy for as long as you wish. This sense of healing and love may be all you need at this time. When you are ready, invite into this space anyone you want to reconnect with. You may have lost a loved one, a pet, a child, a parent, a friend. Call them to you in this place and see them come to you. Greet them with open arms, embrace them and draw them into the white light that surrounds you. You may see that person now as an infant or child, clinging tightly to you as you hold them in your arms. They may be a teenager or young adult. This being may simply be a colored light, some other form, or you may simply feel and know that they are there with you.

This being exists to you in whatever way you can most comfortably be with them in this moment. However they appear to you, know that they are this being, and that you can be with them and hold them in this place for as long as you need to do so. While you are here, surrounded by the white light of love and healing you can embrace this being, feel their devoted, unwavering, unconditional love. You can, if you choose, spend time with one loved one and then the another, or be with more than one at a time, harmoniously, together. Know that their love is unconditional and they will come to you in this place whenever you ask them to.

In your arms, you can come to know them. Learn that their souls are at peace and that they hold no blame or sadness in their hearts. Feel their love surrounding you, joining with the light to fill you in every inch of your body. Spend as long as you need to here with them and know that even when you leave this place they are with you. This light of energy and healing, and their love and presence is with you always. You can choose to be in this space for as long as it suits you.

When you are ready, feel the warmth of love and light that still surrounds you. Feel the soft grass beneath you, listen to the rustling leaves, feel the breeze, hear the gentle sounds of nature. In your mind’s eye, see the beautiful garden around you. know that the light still surrounds you and with it you see all things clearly. See your loved ones as they appear to you now and know that they are safe and protected. See them held within their own white lights and guided by the loving hand of their spirit guides. Know that while they are with you always, they are cared for by the loving hands of spirit. They are safe and cherished.

Feel welcome to enjoy your garden for as long as you would like to do so. Explore and relax here. Allow yourself to feel the grass beneath you and the breeze on your skin. Smell the beautiful scents and taste the fresh cool air in this place. See the glorious flowers and trees around you and know that whenever you choose to come to this place it will be exactly as you want it to be and in this place you are always safe and protected.

If you feel it is time to return, or you are waking from having fallen asleep, take a moment to give thanks to your sanctuary and to spirit for this opportunity to connect and heal. Now, feel your physical body as it truly is. Feel your legs on the bed, chair, or floor. Feel your arms, heavy and relaxed, feel your thoughts light and at peace. Feel your lungs fill with air with each breath. Wiggle your toes and fingers then slowly open your eyes.

Take a couple of minutes to adjust as you feel the world around you. Reach with your mind and spirit and feel the white light still surrounding you, still filling you. Wrap it around your soul like a blanket as you go about the rest of your day.

Move slowly when you first come out of this meditation, and drink a glass of water. As I said earlier, you can take as long as you need to, or you can do this visualization in a spare moment. You can follow this visualization as often as you wish and know that the white light of love, healing, and protection surrounds you always. You are never without it and while you can embrace this visualization to truly see it and feel it, and to reconnect and feel at one and at peace, you are never without these things in every moment.

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The Past: Tower
Near Future: Death
Possible Outcome: Six of Wands

[Miss Michele] Money tight and hubby being cranky–seems like you experienced some *major* upheaval leading to that. But… as always, the bad stuff paves the way for good. You need to let go of 1). Your doubts 2). aspects of your life that aren’t working.

[Serenity Bly] You’ve had some foundation shaking going on. Unexpected changes have rocked your sense of security (and I feel that your partner feels this more than you do – personality based, not that he’s had more ground shaking but that your personality is more “go with the flow” than his is.

[Lisa] He is headstrong & I’m easy going.

[miss michele] YES, Serenity. You read my mind. It was much more of a “tower moment” for your hubby, Lisa. But it’s up to you to help him mourn and then let it pass.
As it will… I don’t usually read reversals, but death is upside down and I feel that’s significant.

[Lisa] Yeah, loss of income in our business set us way behind, negotiating new mortgage…

[Miss Michele] The Death card is almost as if I can read it as the Hanged Man… viewing things from a different perspective, waiting a bit, patiently, while you plan ahead.

[Serenity Bly] The Death is a sacrifice, not a literal Death. To make this happen you are both giving up something that has meant a great deal to you. You are forced let go of something ELSE you had been hoping for.

[Lisa] Uncanny info. I love tarot!

[Miss Michele] YES, it seems you’re clinging to something that’s not serving you or hubby. You really DO need to let it go.

[Serenity Bly] I was about to say I feel like it’s a house and you said new mortgage. I actually get an emotional resistance but I think it’s based on my personal history and not specifically the reading.

[Lisa] We’re dealing with foreclosure.

[Miss Michele] I’d like to share an interpretation from one of my favorite sites… I often trust different resources to give me the meanings I need when I need it. http://www.aeclectic.net/tarot/learn/reversals/death.shtml

[Serenity Bly] Perhaps he is still clinging, or you are, but to make this trip happen you BOTH have to let go of that house.

[Lisa] So much stuff is on the brink of resolution, either way, but yeah, moving on is hard.

[Miss Michele] Six of Wands always means brighter days ahead… And unless you go to the convention, you won’t be opening yourself up to the opportunities there.
[timelesslisa] hmmm, ok… true

[Miss Michele] Find a way. Put it out to the Universe that it’s your intention.

[Lisa] great insight

[Serenity Bly] The good news is that Six of Wands is bringing you some fantastic energy and momentum. After the initial pain and grief that comes from letting go you’ll be fired up and I feel like this relates mostly to your business. You’re pulling what you need toward you (or in the case of the trip going out to get it with both hands)… I just want to add something that comes following on my thoughts about these cards. I’m compelled to add, “Take care of yourself.”

[Lisa] I’m doing my best not to stress out, thanks so much!!! Amazing!

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I always start with colors. For me, my Gemini yellow stands out immediately in the Knight of Pentacles, Four of Wands and others in my “working” Rider-Waite Deck, demanding my attention. It attracts my eye and I’m drawn to the card to look deeper. The shade of the background color affects the reading, is it vibrant or muted? Is it a pale wash of color or something more sinister? The soft blues depicted in the Three of Cups or the midnight-black of the Devil or Nine of Swords visually invite us to stare into the card and take from it what we can to promote our art. By incorporating these colors into a drawing, we release what we’ve learned from our reading into the world.

If you are starting a new project, use them to determine what is the prevalent mood of the cards. Can they be interpreted as a dark introduction to a piece of music? Are the characters celebrating or despondent? The suits can help to determine the pace of the song: Swords are quick and agile, they lend a sharp, almost aggressive note to the music; Wands seek harmony, a melody is wrapped within its walls; Pentacles show determination and hard work, a perfect accompaniment to a complicated solo and Cups denote joy, love and the mystery of the self.

When writing, take into account the entire spread; weave a story around the beginning, middle and ending inviting the reader to join you on the journey outlined by the cards. The characters within the cards become your heroes and villains, write down their expressions as well to what is embodied in the card to help you develop their background stories. What is their hair color? Manner of dress? Are they alone? What is the most important thing they’re doing in the card: clutching at pentacles (money) or holding the hand of the one they love? By using your spread to map out a story, half the work is done for you, Tarot itself being the ultimate reflection of your own story.

Using Tarot as a tool to delve deep within your natural creativity may open new avenues. Trying journaling about the cards within your spread to see patterns evolve as you learn more about Tarot and how it fits into your life. Take the time to put your reading to work for you as a partner for your imagination as new worlds await. Good luck!

Wynter Moon

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The year begins with the Three of Pentacles, an emphasis on work and learning in January. This card shows a financial endeavor off to a good start. With new bookkeeping and tracking software and a clear vision and goals for 2008, this card makes a lot of sense already. Miss Michele may also undertake a small home renovation project, such as painting.

February’s card warns Miss Michele to rest or she will once again fall ill. The Ten of Swords indicates forced rest or illness, as well as the possibility of a friend’s betrayal, which will, in turn, make me extremely weary and tired, and perhaps even physically ill.

Things get better in March with the Two of Cups. Either I will reconcile with the friend from February, or things will get a lot better in terms of career and business partnerships. Things with RECON may begin to come to fruition in terms of profitability as we complete our third issue under new ownership. This one will be on time and as close to perfect as three people can make a magazine!

The Four of Swords, in April, indicates yet another need for rest. I should take it easy in regard to paintball as the season launches. Spring is a time for renewal, and I will start to feel overwhelmed before the paintball season even gets into full swing. I’ll be longing for a vacation. Will it come? It looks like it will, as I drew the clarification card of The Chariot.

May brings still more travel, as the Six of Swords figures prominently. I say prominently because this is always a strong card for me, and indicates travel for business and also an escape from worry. I will be leaving behind the stress of April–things will not be as bad as I imagined. I can handle it all!

June brings the Major Arcana, Judgment. This is a scary card, as it heralds a major choice to make and a new life direction. My inner conflicts regarding my work will disappear and I will be presented with new opportunities. I will be given the chance to reinvent myself. I will also receive long overdue payments.

The Queen of Cups in July warns me to trust my intuition, perhaps in regard to decisions made in June. Coming as it does in the heart of the summer, and the paintball season, I don’t know what to make of this.

The Two of Rods, in August, reveals yet another business opportunity, and perhaps a move. Last August we were pretty sure we were going to be moving to Salt Lake City, and that never came to fruition. What will take place this year? I will be frustrated by waiting…things are in progress, but not moving rapidly enough.

September, with the Ace of Swords showing, brings whatever came up in August to fruition. The time is now.

October brings the Page of Cups. Could indicate news of a birth or a wedding.

November brings a curious Major Arcana, the Death card. I can only imagine that whatever plans were set into motion in August, culminating in September and becoming reality in October means I must release something from the past in November. Perhaps too much work or unprofitable ventures?

Finally, December 2008 brings the Queen of Rods, indicating balanced career and family interests, and, to come full circle, more career success!

The General Atmosphere for the year is indicated by the Knight of Swords. Knights typically indicate new people and changes. As we can see by the ups and downs of the 12 months, and the prominence of swords in this reading, 2008 will be a year of change. It will be a year with an emphasis on business and rapid movements, but not a lot of heartfelt emotions. It will feel as if every day and month is a battle as I fight to hold on to the present but, in reality, need to let it go for positive change to come about.

Emphasis in 2008 will be on rapid activity, some of it forced, as well as feminine influence, indicated by two Queens.

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The multi-lingual / multi-career Sher has two competing interests and wants to know which warrants her focus right now.

This is a common question. Writers, especially, seem to have a hard time letting go of their steady income to pursue their dreams. This can be wise, to make sure you have all your ducks in a row before you make the leap to full-time freelancing. But it can often pay to take chat chance.

Let’s look at Sher’s question and see what the cards say:

Hey lady M! Tis moi, Sher from AW.

So … I guess I just ask my question? Ya? ‘Kay, here goes:

I’m feeling betwixt and between and befuddled regarding two competing financial interests – writing and my “day job” as a lawyer (which is also subdivided into various competing interests – criminal, special ed, and bankruptcy to be specific). Being in something of a financial bind due to a death in the family and a divorce (major stress), I’m highly focused on money right now.

So – the question: which of all these competing interests is the best for me to focus on right now to meet my financial goals?

Gracias, amiga!

The first card, the Nine of Swords, shows the stress Sher has experienced of late. Known as the “Nightmare Card” the Nine of Swords shows sleepless nights, worries and despair. It supports what we know about a divorce and a death.

The second card, the Major Arcana Death, indicates the situation is about to change. The Nine of Swords shows a situation nearing the end of its cycle, in which your worst fears are NOT imagined. Things will work out for the better.

Miss Michele must digress for a minute for those unfamiliar with the tarot. The Death card *rarely* symbolizes a real death. In this case, it may, as Sher mentioned a death in the family *and* a divorce.

However, what the Death card really says is that Sher must let go of the past in order to pave the way for new opportunities. You’re nearing the end of the grieving process. Miss Michele can say from experience that coping with loss does get easier as time goes on. For Sher, the cards say, now is that time to start letting go, focusing on the present.

For if she does, good things await. The Queen of Pentacles relates to Sher’s inquiry about finances. The Queen symbolizes a strong businesswoman. But also a creator with a fertile imagination. This emphasis on businessownership, combined with creativity, leads me to believe that writing is the correct path right now. The Queen of Pentacles, however, also shows caregiver instincts, which would relate to Sher’s fields as a lawyer.

Just to be sure, let’s draw a clarification card asking the Tarot for additional advice…

The Three of Swords shows more turmoil and heartbreak and also cutting ties. Again, this is the tarot telling you to let go. Which leads me to believe it’s time to focus on the new path to riches–writing. I don’t think we need any further clarification on this. Keep your day job, but put your heart into your writing so you can make a clean break down the line. If you don’t, the decision could be made for you.

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Oh Miss Michele, you are so wise with your cards. Last week I managed to get us a better apartment come the new year and the Flash Fiction Carnival was, and still is, a great success. Any other wonderments in your cards for me? I’m thinking primarily about getting that which I wish to accomplish professionally done in a timely fashion.

Virginia Lee,
Miss Michele must apologize again for the delay! Her alter ego has been swamped with assignments, Christmas shopping, etc. Tarot is not something that can be snuck in (as so many things are) in the midst of a rushing day!

So here I am, relaxed and ready to read. And I see more good things in the cards for you.

But first, congratulations on your new apartment! I read about it at your blog, and was thrilled for you and Miss Mama. Readers check out Miss Lee’s blog as soon as you’re done here. It’s worth reading!

But back to the cards…

The Page of Pentacles in the past tells us only what we already know – good news about finances and new opportunities, including the Flash Fiction carnival. This young lad also indicates that you have immersed yourself in education… if not a course, reading up on what you need to attain your career goals. You were prepping yourself, making slow and steady progress but not pushing matters. You also received an opportunity (self-created or otherwise) to increase your income.

In the present, the Page of Swords warns of deceit or underhandedness in business dealings. Miss Lee, you sweet Southern belle, someone may not have your best interests at heart. Since the Page of Swords relates to travel, this could indicate you will run into obstacles with your move (I mean, the physical move—as in with moving companies, hired help, well-meaning friends, etc.) It may take longer or be more difficult than you expect. Ultimately, you will wind up in the new place none the worse for the wear.

Also, don’t let the move steer you off course from your career goals. You may have too many irons in the fire. Try to balance it all, somehow. Your fears of not finishing in a timely manner are valid, because this move is going to take a lot out of you.

Finally, the High Priestess, the care-giver, the mother, the creative and the intuitive one, shows up to represent you, Virginia Lee. Trust your gut. If something doesn’t feel right, it probably isn’t. This relates back to the Page of Swords — take care before signing any contracts. If you have misgivings, ask for more time or more facts.

Your professional journey is not complete; you feel like you want to spend more time learning before diving into the deep end. Do so.

The Knight of Pentacles fell out while I was shuffling and, since I feel like the tarot hasn’t fully answered our question, I’m bringing it up now. This card indicates making tangible progress toward your goals. You’ll encounter an unexpected source of income. Be open to all possibilities right now. When one door closes, a window opens!

It sounds like the answer to your question is a straightforward, “Yes,” from the cards. However, first– define timely?

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I’m currently in a long distance relationship that has become rather chill over the last months. We still love each other dearly but plans keep getting set back for an actual in person meeting. The distance can be heartbreaking and sometimes it is easier to buffer our emotions by getting on with our local lives rather than spending time together but so far apart.

We’ve known each other a number of years (9) and have been ‘dating’ since February but I’m anxious about where things are going. At the moment the current plan/hope is that he will come here in March. Is this likely to happen or will further setbacks create greater distance between us?

In the past, the Tarot brings us the Four of Wads.
Typically symbolic of a marraige or romantic celebration, this card signifies the foundation of a strong relationship. This shows the happiness and love that was previously so strong in your relationship. You were content with the status quo, until the distance got to be too much. You wish you could go back to that past, happier time, when the distance wasn’t so much of a strain and the hope of an in-person meeting was strong, but, alas, you must move forward now.

The Present and the heart of the matter shows the propitious Lovers major arcana. Don’t despair–your love, and his, remain strong. The Lovers represents the ability to transcend difficulties, but also the frustration you feel about this separation.
The Lovers also represent a short trip and romantic meeting. The past year has been a test of your love, but you will prevail!

The Outcome shows that happy, young-at-heart Page of Cups. This marks the beginning of a new phase in your relationship… and a good one! He will be as taken with your children as he is with you. There is an emphasis on family. The trip will happen and, not only that, it will prove to be worth the wait: all you’ve wanted and more.

During the course of this reading, another card was “pulling” at Miss Michele. She pulled it out as a Clarification Card, and it only supports the other three in this reading. The King of Wands further emphasizes that your love is a family man, but also has an intense sexual and sensual side to him. You can expect quite a romantic adventure when that visit happens!

Rods show thought in its final stages, ready to transform to action, so this supports the Four of Rods and further emphasizes that this visit will take place as planned–and possibly even sooner! Things tend to move quickly when Wands show up. Hang in there and prepare yourself for a whirlwind romantic adventure that will grow into a strong and steady permanent relationship.

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Perhaps that’s why the question of late, for Miss Michele and for others, is whether to diverge onto a new path or continue with what they know works.

Wordsmith seeks the Tarot’s guidance in such a matter:

I got offered a new opportunity to host a radio show, which will be great for my platform. Will doing the show be worth it, or is it a step in the wrong direction?

If we were playing poker instead of doing a Tarot reading, Miss Michele would raise. There are three Kings in this five-card reading. That indicates a strong male influence relating to the matter. Perhaps the associate is a strong male? There are hidden family influences related to this reading, as well. Let’s explore.

The King of Swords sits in the Past spot, relates to the cool rationality with which Wordsmith usually approaches matters. An unemotional evaluation of the offer shows it makes sense to do the show. The offer is fair. However, others may be advising against it, convincing Wordsmith to look deeper than the surface to make the right choice.

The Page of Cups is in the Present slot. This card represents an emphasis on a young child, who is currently the focus of Wordsmith’s attention. The card also represents the invitation Wordsmith received to do the show—the start of a new business relationship. It could also indicate the launch of other creative ventures. The card advises Wordsmith to heed her emotions. She fears this new job will take time away from her primary concern at the moment: her son. It doesn’t have to if you don’t let it, Wordsmith. There will be time and energy for everything in the future you are creating.

The King of Pentacles reveals Hidden Influences relating to the matter. Financial success and status sit behind the decision. All cards, up until now, point to moving forward with the decision. It’s not often Miss Michele turns to her Tarot resource library anymore. Intuition and her knowledge of the cards and their meanings usually serves well. But this one had her stumped…

According to Nancy Garen’s Tarot Made Easy, the King of Pentacles relates to vocations such as “writing, directing, lecturing, fashion… radio” and the ability to do “two or more jobs at one time.”

Certainly, all signs point to “yes.”

The tarot’s Advice is found in the Four of Rods card. Again, this card indicates happy partnerships, and also a much-needed rest. It seems the radio gig will not be as harrowing or time-consuming as Wordsmith fears, and may actually provide inspiration and rejuvenation as she makes new connections and works in a different form of media. She’ll be laying down secure roots for future endeavors with this project.

Finally, the King of Rods shows us the Outcome if she takes the job. Wordsmith will find her associate in this endeavor to be strong, mature, and generous (and very, very male!). He is a true mentor who will play a large role in her life— not romantic, however. Strictly professional!

Incidentally, when no major arcane appears in a reading, it means that the decision is entirely, 100 percent in the querent’s hands. While we are all always in charge of our own destiny, the universe will offer no surprises that Wordsmith has to handle in this situation. Her plans will go exactly as she expects. (And isn’t it nice to have that happen every once in a while?) She will be offered exactly what she wants, all she has to do is seize it.

Whichever decision Wordsmith makes— to take the job or not—will work out because Wordsmith is the captain of her own ship right now. However, the cards seem to be saying there is more to be gained if she takes this particular risk—er, OPPORTUNITY!

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Not to usurp your powers of divining, but I have another question I’d like some clarification on. My job – I’m a temp that’s been in the same position for about 7 months and the big guys are dragging their feet about actually hiring me. Proving myself isn’t necessary as I’ve already shown that I want to stay and they want me to stay but getting the people to make a decision is like pulling teeth.

At first there was rumbling back in September that some hiring in the department might be done. Now, my boss (not the person I heard the September information from) is saying that some major changes are going to come with the new year. It’s what her gut says.

I’ve been holding out since August. Not that I have job options knocking down my door to hire me but I haven’t really actively looked because I want to stay where I am but being a temp and having crappy insurance is starting to wear on me.

So what should I do? Bite the bullet and hold out to the new year or start looking for something else?

Boddie, as long as you keep making us laugh over at Finding Boddie, Miss Michele will keep advising.

Two major arcana and the Ace of Pentacles– a card of new beginnings. The answer *appears* to be very clear, but let’s investigate.

Two major arcanas mean this is a biggie. And before relying on some little cards for major life decisions, let Miss Michele remind everyone these readings are for “entertainment” only.

The cards send us messages– and this power is open to anyone who wants to concentrate and learn their meanings– through the energy of the universe. They can advise, and make us look at situations from different angles, often bringing unseen influences to light. Boddie has some tough decisions ahead of her, but, ultimately, she is the master of her own fate.

Card 1: Past, or what led Boddie to her situation: The Lovers…

This “number six” card shows us Boddie has been comfortable, happy, at her current job. In a state of equilibrium, with life just moving along. The Lovers, the card of Choice, says she’s made the right decisions recently.

In the Present, at the heart of the matter, is Temperance. This is another card of balance and equilibrium. Could Boddie be bored and ready for a shake-up in her life? Things are going almost TOO well.

Again, this card shows the duality of an either / or choice. (Miss Michele hates when the tarot states the obvious!) These two cards seem to be telling Boddie to stay put… don’t shake the boat. Moderation will be the key to success. Intermingling diverse interests will lead to new creations. There may be opportunities on the horizon right here, where you are, Boddie!

Now the third card seems to make more sense. At first glance, the Ace of Pentacles in the Future seemed to indicate a NEW job opportunity. But Temperance and the Lovers seem to point toward keeping the status quo.

The Ace of Pentacles is the card of financial reward, more stability… things are really going to start to go your way. With your finances taken care of and your job secure, you’ll be able to focus on your creative pursuits. Hang in there; positive change is on the horizon, and the cards don’t seem to indicate that you’ll have to hunt it down.

Good luck and, as always, please keep Miss Michele posted on your progress.

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