Future Tarot

[Serenity Bly] Jacqi, got a question?

[Jacqi] Hm… a few. Let’s go with… Seriousness and time frame on Smallville moving to IL

[Serenity Bly] *chuckles* I take it white shirt coffee guy is going well.

[Jacqi] Very, our visit last weekend went wonderfully. He is coming back this weekend with his oldest.

[Serenity Bly] I don’t do time frames but Miss Michele might be willing to draw a card or two to clarify on a sense of time. But the biggest impression I get is SOMEONE (feels like you) is keeping secrets.

[Miss Michelle] EEK! The visit happened? so awesome! what were the cards?

[Serenity Bly] And I’m not sure where that impression comes from because the cards really don’t seem to point to that. In the past we have Strength (reversed). Present = Eight of Cups (reversed) and future King of Pentacles.

[Miss Michelle] 8 cups is a deception card

[Jacqi] Well, I can’t tell him about the bodies in the basement YET.

[Serenity Bly] It is? I always see it as the “wimp” card. Running away from things because you’re not ready to face the hard parts.

[MoonlitKim] could be the Strength reversed; she may not have shown him her ‘weaker’ side, more vulnerable side yet.

[Miss Michelle] The six of pentacles tells me you are the one biding your time

[Serenity Bly] In this case, the reversal is running toward something because you’re afraid of facing the hard parts. So you might be pushing for things to move faster than you’re really ready for.

[Jacqi] Oh, that’s actually on par. Ok, go on.

[Miss Michelle] also J, you are very strong. You fear he may diminish that strength if you let him so you’re holding back

[Serenity Bly] In the past this Strength reversed makes me feel like you’ve been easy to rile, you’ve been eager to do battle for even the little things because you’re powerful, and strong, when you’re on your ground.

[Jacqi] I have had to be both mom/dad/everything for such a long time I’m used to it. Knowing what he wants, and what that means… albeit a wonderful thought, is also very scary. Giving up control and letting someone help with things.

[Serenity Bly] When you’re calling the shots it feels “safe” so giving up that sense of security, giving up your ground a little to someone else feels “dangerous” “scary” And I can relate, because that’s me too. So let me know if I’m off base and reading too much of me into it.

[Jacqi] Nope not at all. Right on track. Ask jen G. Lol

[Miss Michelle] That’s exactly the sense I’m getting too Jacqi

[Jacqi] It’s like I’ve wanted “this” for a long time and even though that the case, now that the potential is here… I’m kind of like… That’s wicked scary!

[Miss Michelle] However, in terms of time, Pentacles = spring and 6 = June

[Serenity Bly] The Eight of Cups is a clear “WANT” for things to work out and you’re pushing for it, very, very quickly. Be careful you don’t trip over your skirts in your haste.

[Miss Michelle] So soon

[Serenity Bly] Slow down; enjoy the moment a little longer. But the future King of Pentacles is a good omen. He’s very sure of himself and his course in life and he IS coming, when he’s ready.

[Miss Michelle] Also June is approx 6 wks away so I’m pretty clear on timing

[Jacqi] He has some things to take care of there, kids and all. Wait. June? June what?

[Serenity Bly] He’s going to be concerned with making sure he does things right and that he builds on a firm foundation. He’s not about to walk away from all he has but when he comes it’ll be a big change and permanent. The image that comes to mind is like the shifting of tectonic plates. *chuckles*

[Miss Michelle] LOL Jacqi–it will be fine–the faster you let go of a bit of control, the faster it will happen.

[Jacqi] Right? Moving a state away… it’s almost surreal if you think about it.

[Serenity Bly] This just goes to show that “ACE” really is the name for him.

[Jacqi] Oh… *blink*… it is.

[Serenity Bly] But literally, him moving is like moving a mountain. it’s a BIG thing for him to do and when he does it, it stays moved.

[Miss Michelle] I thought you wanted timing of when the relationship will become really serious.

[Serenity Bly] So, it’s a good idea to make sure you’re very ready before pushing ahead for more.

[Jacqi] Oh… Ok, I’m with you now MM.

[Miss Michelle] and now hearing him moving–sounds about right!

[Jacqi] Yeah, I don’t think he’d be moving or even thinking about it seriously for a bit… he has a LOT to hash out legally with his youngest… so… there’s that.

[Miss Michelle] June could be when it gets set into motion. It’s rare I’m so certain on the time, but it all adds up.

[Jacqi] That seems doable, all things considered. I wish we knew what was going on w the baby… he already has custody of his daughter; it’s the baby that would hold things up.

[Miss Michelle] how sad!

[Jacqi] He wouldn’t and I wouldn’t expect him to move w/o his son.

[Serenity Bly] Jacqi, this King of Pentacles shows him needing to get things together in order for it to happen. But I get the impression that when he wants to make something happen, it happens. That is a very good influence to have in your life. Not many men are like that. So enjoy it.

[Jacqi] It seems so SB, he’s been the most straight forward… to the point fella I’ve ever been around. He’s all… I’m going to go home and do X, Y, and Z… and yeah… he did. I was impressed

[Miss Michelle] he’s safe to share yourself with Jacqi

[Jacqi] Aw. You girls are awesome.

[Serenity Bly] Whatever happens, it falls into his hands Jacqi. He’s literally HOLDING it all when he comes. So I expect whatever is going on with the baby he’ll bring the boy with him when he moves.

[Jacqi] You all answer questions my brain doesn’t want to admit to having. Oh thank god. Baby boy needs to be away from his crazy mom. She’s loony tunes. If things shape up like I’d like them to, that would make me very happy. (:

[Serenity Bly] Now you, stop holding back with him. He’s “safe” for you and you don’t need to be afraid. Give up the tough, supermom act, and let yourself lean on him a little.

[Jacqi] I know… I know…. It’s hard to do, but I’m trying.

[Serenity Bly] Show him the real you, Jacqi. It won’t scare him off.

[Jacqi] I made a conscious effort when he was here… to just go with it. I will keep that in mind. *makes note to self*… let the inner J out next time. Lol She doesn’t get out much… so… d:

[Serenity Bly] But, I can very much relate. I’m still working at getting over my depression after MM’s reading yesterday said that I was going to meet a man. In my current reality that is TERRIBLE news. lol

[Miss Michelle] aw!

[Jacqi] OMG I KNOW. it’s like… I want it I want it… no no NO… omg I really don’t (but I secretly do really bad)

[Serenity Bly] So, I’ll look at your relationship with Ace and feel a little reassured that there are men out there that have it together within themselves and so, inviting a man into my life might not be too much like hell.

[Jacqi] It just…happened this way. We are both utterly miffed actually. On more than one occasion when he was here, we’d find ourselves staring at each other then break into WILD laughter and we’re all…. bwAhHAHHAHAhh FARMVILLE…. wtf?! It’s just SO odd how we met online LOL. But hey… is good. Is really good.

[Serenity Bly] Well, don’t blame me when you’re arguing over wedding invitations someday in the future.

[Jacqi] If that’s the case, I fully expect you and Miss Michele to be maids of honor. Wedding colors… Peacock. Ready yourself ladies.

[Serenity Bly] He’ll be going, “Cream? This is all your psychic friends fault. She was all guys drinking coffee in a white shirt….”

[Jacqi] Why thank you, guys. That was a good reading. I will keep all that in mind for this weekend. (: Heh, I’m almost more nervous about meeting his daughter than I was to meet him.

[Serenity Bly] How old is she? And odds are she’ll be harder to win over than him.

[Jacqi] She’s 8

From Future-Tarot Chat on March 10:

[Lily] Here’s my question about my relationship with a man. We both have feelings, but it is something what I don’t get from him, his approach toward me, so how does he see me and our relationship and possible future with him?

[Serenity Bly] Lily, I get the impression I’m picking up on HIS energy, not yours so this reading may be more about what’s going on in his head. In the past I feel like he’s been very focused on work. It makes me think you two might work together and that you met at work. He’s had to work his way up from the ground, but he’s developed a very strong sense of himself. That’s shown with the Two of Pentacles. In the present, the King of Pentacles shows that he’s still very much focused on developing his career. He’s almost blind to other areas of his life and to people in a sense outside of that sphere. He’s the ultimate “All Business”. It’s entirely possible he sees you more as a function of doing business than as a woman.

[Lily] Yes, he is hard working.

[Serenity Bly] The Five of Swords (reversed) in the future shows other choices, and this one is for you. His focus isn’t on the potential of relationships and might not be for a very long time. In the meantime, consider your other choices, or develop your choices by actively looking outside of this particular man for potential relationships. There isn’t a sense of “never” with this particular man, but the Tarot advises not to wait around for him to be ready. Seek out your options, explore elsewhere, and see how things develop.

[Lily] Interesting.

[Serenity Bly] I hope that helps, Lily.

[Lily] Thank you, Serenity.

This is an interesting question, as the tarot typically doesn’t excel in revealing specifics like this and Miss Michele is no super-sleuth, but an intuitive tarot reader. However, when we drew the cards, (Serenity Bly was on hand as well) we gained some insight into both the querent AND the thief that will help Christie move forward.

The Past: King of Pentacles

This shows the hard work, diligence and discipline Christie had to save the money. She was focused on her goal and doing very well with it.

The Present: Five of Pentacles

This card, the archetypal “poverty card,” shows that Christie not only feels impoverished now, but betrayed. That person stole not only money, but her faith and a certain level of her idealism. She feels betrayed and has even lost faith in humanity. The person in crutches in the image in the Rider-Waite tarot deck tells us that Christie has been letting this cripple her in a number of ways. Mostly, it’s hurt her relationships with those she suspects.

The Near Future: Page of Cups

This card actually gives insight into the “who.” It is someone too immature to know better, to know how deeply their actions really affected Christie. The person took it as a folly, not knowing how important it really was. At the same time, this card is telling Christie to let it go… recapture that idealism. “Don’t worry, be happy.” The Page of Cups is a new beginning, emotionally, and his cup is full, as hers will be again.

The Tarot’s Advice: Seven of Pentacles

This card indicates she’ll have to work hard once again to reap the fruits of her labor, but she will do it.

Best Course of Action: Ace of Wands

Christie’s best course of action is just to let this go and rebuild what was lost. Whoever did it, it didn’t mean that much to them. She’s giving them too much power over herself, her thoughts and feelings, by harping on it. The Ace of Wands is yet another card of new beginnings, full speed ahead. It also indicates, to some degree, success and speed. Christie, you’ll get your birthday money back. More importantly, your faith in humanity will be re-stored.

[Cyn] Thanks for your time. It’s the usual sort of question- will a significant other enter into my life in the next few months?

[Serenity Bly] Oh, yay! Relationship question to tie off the night’s chat. I love keeping the balance. Have we got three cards for Cyn’s relationship prospects?

[Miss Michele] No, I drew 10 of Pentacles again and it did NOT feel right. I’m getting similar cards… Serenity, can you draw? I’m just not trusting the deck…

[Serenity Bly] Ok, just a sec then, they’re over –> THERE.

[Miss Michele] I’m sorry Cyn. I’m getting cards that I feel aren’t meant for you, if that makes sense. And rather than give a faulty reading we can have Serenity draw.

[Cyn] That sounds fine. There’s a lot to be said for intuition.

[Serenity Bly] Oh, Ace of Pentacles jumper!

[Miss Michele] The Ace of Pentacles for Cyn… I’d say that shows a focus on career and finance rather than actively looking for love.

[Cyn] I have been focused a lot on my career the past year

[Serenity Bly] Ok, these cards look around about right. In the past you had a King of Pentacles, but he wasn’t everything you thought he was. He was a sound provider who was very earthy and probably worked too hard. But he wasn’t particular affectionate or giving so, now you’re on your own again.

[Cyn] I was hoping things would turn towards finding a mate. Yes, the man was more of a friend than anything else. And you’re right- he was a taker, and very stubborn.

[Serenity Bly] More recently, you’ve been looking at yourself, your own motivations, examining who you are, what you truly want and what you offer to others. The Page of Cups does this in a rather self absorbed way, it’s like you can’t see others while you’re own reflection is in the way. And you might have been looking for love, trying to find someone who is a reflection of who YOU are, not an equal that will balance your strengths and weaknesses with his own.

[Miss Michele] What are the other cards?   

[Serenity Bly] In the future, the Four of Wands points to a new adventure. Instead of focusing on love and romance you’re living life. You’re probably spending more time with your friends and are (or about to be) excited by a new opportunity or seeing an old opportunity in a new way.

[Cyn] Well, this does give me something to think about.

[Serenity Bly] MM, any thoughts on the reversal of a Four of Wands? I’m trying to wrap my head around what additional meaning it gives the card to have it come out backwards.

[Jen] Reversed/inverted can sometimes be a new beginning.

[Miss Michele] I don’t usually read reversals, but I’d say there may be a delay to commitment. Because Four of Wands IS often a marriage, engagement or other celebration. But I feel like her celebrating, in this case, is delaying the commitment Cyn really seeks.

[Cyn] So I need to rein in the partying? (Because we librarians know how to party…)

[Miss Michele] Only when you meet the person.   

[Serenity Bly] I think the reversal indicates that sense of delay, as MM points out. Instead of leaping into it like The Fool would, you’re given time to think about what you’re doing.

[Cyn] Ah, so perhaps there is a person?

[Miss Michele] Becuase conventional wisdom tells us you’re doing exactly the right thing to invite romance into your life.   

[Serenity Bly] *chuckles* Actually, I think it’s encouraging the partying. But not as a means for developing a relationship. It’s a reminder that you have time to enjoy life NOW, and get serious later.

[Miss Michele] Having fun, focusing on yourself…but there’s a mindset there, where you need to be OPEN to a relationship. Watch out for the pack of girls in the corner, that the guys are afraid to approach, you know?

[Cyn] I understand, not to be too judgmental, to exercise good sense.

[Serenity Bly] Oh, that’s a good point. About the ‘pack of girls’.

[Miss Michele] I think that’s where the page of cups comes in, too. It’s the ladies preening in the corner, looking out for their sisters… Guys will approach women in groups of 2 – 3, no more. I actually heard that on a radio show. Someone did a study.

[Serenity Bly] And yes, have fun but don’t go into it with expectations. There is nothing wrong with experiencing that “girl-power” and unity now. But the environment you’re in isn’t necessarily the right one to attract the kind of man you want.

[Cyn] It would be intimidating for a guy. Who wants to be turned down in front of an audience?

[Miss Michele] Yes. And having our girls around gives the ladies more bravery to turn down the guy.

[Serenity Bly] The other thing is, if you’re ready for commitment and seriousness, that man probably isn’t out partying.

[Miss Michele] If you’re alone or with one friend and a guy is chatting you up, it’s like, what have you got to lose… let him buy you a drink. But if he’s pulling you away from the fun time, you’ll think twice.

[Cyn] And I’m not a partier. That’s why I’m having problems finding someone.

[Serenity Bly] Then maybe it’s an invitation to get out there. Let your hair down and socialize. Enjoy it from a social aspect, with a female friend or two.

[Miss Michele] I think that party card/delays is saying something here… it’s totally fine to keep partying if you’re getting fulfillment and enjoyment from that. Nothing wrong with that. BUT if you want a relationship… join other things.

[Serenity Bly] *nods* Yes, that’s what it sounds like it comes down to.

[Miss Michele] Groups that take part in similar hobbies you like, art shows, whatever…

[Cyn] So I’ll get back out there and see what I can do. Things are going well otherwise… but it would be nice to just see things fall into place. But that takes the challenge out of things, doesn’t it?

[Serenity Bly] Yes, put yourself out there, but don’t look for all the traits you already see in yourself. Keep an eye out for those you might normally look past. Because he may not be someone you’d normally consider.

[Cyn] Well, I thank both of you very much for the reading. It was very insightful- especially that part about looking for someone like myself instead of someone who will compliment me.

[Serenity Bly] Our pleasure Cyn. Check out our site http://www.future-tarot.com Chat happens here every week so we’d love to see you again some time.

[Cyn] Thank you. I hope both yourself and Miss Michele have a good evening. And really, thank you again for taking the time to share your talent with me.

[Serenity Bly] Thank you so very much for coming.

Maribel wrote in for a L-for-Love Spread. She offered no details on her current relationship or situation, but the tarot revealed insight into her deepest thoughts and desires, along with her best course of action to avoid the future she does not want.

Past Experience in Love – Page of Wands

The reading begins with our Page of Wands standing on the seashore looking off into a bright future ahead. Love was new, pleasant and full of surprise and wonder. Maribel spent hours planning the future with her lover, down to the minute detail, and had every expectation it would go as planned.

Current Experience in Love – The Sun

Things are still currently good and in a growth stage, as shown by the major arcana, The Sun. This card often indicates fertility, a birth or family planning, but can also relate to a spiritual breakthrough.

Maribel is ready to move on from the fresh new Page of Wands stage of the relationship to something more intense and serious. She seeks a spiritual connection from her lover but he is still only interested in “fun in the sun.”

Factors you’re not seeing currently – King of Pentacles

Maribel is not seeing the “King of Pentacles” traits in her lover. In her eyes, he hasn’t grown up. The tarot would urge Maribel to take a second look – perhaps he is the mate you dream of, a strong influence, a financial provider, a caregiver and partner in all things – spiritual and material. He could be the perfect partner to “set up shop” and maintain a home with – but you’re not giving him that chance to be. This is revealed in greater depth later, when we see that what you offer a relationship, Maribel, are the traits of the Hermit: deep thoughts, pensiveness, introspection. Don’t let your partner’s lighthearted ways fool you – he’s deeper than he lets on. I want to say “still waters run deep,” but your partner is anything but still waters. On the contrary, he is the Page of Wands in action – he’s poetry and dance and energy and fire.

What you Need from a Love Relationship – Three of Cups

More than anything else in this spread, this card tells us you’re so ready for marriage, children – that greater commitment. In fact, that need is so strong, you’re willing to sacrifice what you do have in the pursuit of the commitment your current partner has been, so far, unwilling to make. With the Three of Cups tarot asks you to examine things from all angles. A wedding is one day. A ring, only a symbol of love. Can your partner, perhaps, be your King of Pentacles even without those things?

Your greatest strengths in a relationship/What you Offer – The Hermit

No doubt, Maribel, you bring maturity to the relationship. More so, this card indicates your discontent, even restlessness. But The Hermit tells us now is not the time for hasty decisions – more thought and consideration is needed. The Hermit in the Robin Wood Tarot Deck is on a quest, his lantern above his head illuminating the way. Continue seeking what you need. It may be time, in the future, to move on, but don’t be too quick to give up what you have.

Maribel’s Hermit is a strong counterpoint to her lover’s Page of Wands. He’s in the spotlight, she prefers the dark corners of her mind. He loves action. She likes to think. Rather than being a bad thing, though, this could strengthen their relationship. Vive la Difference!

Possible Future Outcome – Three of Swords

Maribel, your restlessness, if things continue on this path, could end in break-up. It will be painful but, like cutting away a dead branch so the rest of the plant will thrive, you feel it would be necessary. In this case, the Three of Swords indicates that sacrificing this relationship is not necessarily the best course of action, though. There’s a thread going through this reading – psychic intuition, if you will – that the two of you are meant to be together.

Serenity Bly corroborates my thoughts on this: “The Three of Swords indicates the contention going on simply because he’s fundamentally unchangeable and she’s unsettled by his liveliness. But I don’t get any sense that this relationship is doomed. I actually feel like this man is perfect for her. She NEEDS his sunshine. Without it she’ll disappear into the darkness. She is more of herself, she reaches higher, goes further, and becomes greater, because of his influence.”

Clarification Card – Page of Cups

With this in mind, Miss Michele couldn’t let the reading rest in this way. She drew a final card to determine how Maribel may best avoid this outcome if careful thought shows it’s not what she truly wants.

A card that has been sharing many different messages with us lately comes up: the Page of Cups. And so we’ve come full circle with yet another new beginning, another Page. Like the Page of Wands, the Page of Cups is full of adventure and wonder. Highly-creative, he is also as pensive as the Hermit at times. This Page of Cups is telling Maribel to look outside herself, and to also look at her lover with new eyes. Is he giving you what you need? Let loose, have fun. Remember how to play again.

Serenity Bly adds: “The Page of Wands might be difficult to tie down but he will listen if she can communicate without blame. Yes, she needs to experience the Page of Cups first, introspection, look within herself for any issues she might have that are internal rather than external. When she’s come to terms with what she truly needs from him, talk to him about those needs because he has the fire and love to want to make her world beautiful and he will do everything in his power to make her happy.”