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Hello! I am writing monthly AstroTarot Forecasts for each of the 12 Signs of the Zodiac. Here is the introductory article: Monthly AstroTarot Forecast Debuts And without further ado, here is the AstroTarot Forecast For January 2004 What are the cards saying to you this month?
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Good morning Janet, 'morning everyone! Interesting "combo" concept.. So, here goes for my forecast: (Sun/Rising/Moon - it's handy having two of those in the same sign!) quote: -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Scorpio � October 23-November 21 Mother of Wands Keyword: Creator Watery Scorpio, this is the most powerful of the Mother cards. As a Scorpio, and especially if you have Venus in Scorpio, you know what it is to have eyes turned towards you when you enter a room. This card means more of the same for the month of January, but with an even heftier punch! You will be explosive in your creative energy and even those that may not find your �warm� will be drawn to your steamy sensuality this month. You�re self-confident, and will burn right through what�s unimportant to find the truth. You�re all fire this month, so if your Ascendant is a fire sign, expect your demeanor and focus to infuriate some people around you! Brimming with new ideas, your focus right now is either work or your spiritual path�and doubly so if those two are melded together. Your enthusiasm will lead you to splurge, especially if you love to shop. You may find yourself traveling, or combining travel with a sudden relationship. Yes, it�s not just hormones�there�s a spiritual connection there, too! If you�re working hard and playing hard, take time to enjoy the journey. Make sure you take a B vitamin for your nerves, and possibly some soothing herbs. 5-HTP is great for sleep, and green tea may prove beneficial this month, too. Sagittarius � November 22-December 21 The Tower, Reversed Keyword: Demolition Fiery Sagittarius, because this card is reversed, you can expect a softer impact of The Tower�s influence. This month may see some shake-ups, but major destruction is not likely. and there�s really nothing to do but experience it. This time, learn from your mistakes. Don�t let stubbornness lead you into the same situation Are you suppressing emotions? You may be making yourself sick by pushing down certain thoughts and feelings. Are you being stubborn? Refusing to change? January may see you �reaping what you�ve sown�, over and over again, especially when all clues point to mistakes being made! You may feel very comfortable playing the victim, but you can always choose to play another role�and choose to see life as �victimless�. Playing the blame game when you�re your own worst enemy will just prolong what you�re feeling. Here�s the good news: during times of �shaking up� and shifting, there are great opportunities for change and growth�cracks of light that can change our perspectives and even change our lives. Try on a different set of perspective glasses in the midst of your personal shake-ups, and you may find yourself an escape route out of the madness�and walk away from the rubble with tools that will help you in the future. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Now, what I find interesting is that according to my monthly horoscope, there are some correlations with what you found (I'm currently facing a recurring Saturn square Pluto this month, plus a Uranus trine Mercury). Apparently I've gotta fasten my seat belt! Yet, so far I haven't felt any adverse effects from the Pluto/Saturn connection, in fact I'm feeling pretty mellow & content (hangover from Xmas season?) PS: forgot to add...I've been taking special B supplements - actually to improve my hair - since, oh..Jan 1st? ... <img src="/images/graemlins/tongue.gif" alt="" />
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Works really well for me! Strength Keyword: Confidence Airy Aquarius, you�re channeling a lot of power this month. [I am.] You may be tempted to let it get to your head, too! [It has.] Grace under pressure, you�ll rise to the occasion with peacefulness and fortitude. [I sure hope so!] This card is connected to Leo, and requires self-dominion as well as confidence in your own abilities. [I got [offensive term]loads at the moment.] January will be a balancing act: great strength, and great self-control. You ride the beast, and master your �beastly� nature. [That's what I've been trying to do, starting January.] Strength means different things, but one of true signs of strength is not having the need to control and dominate others. [Yes!] You will be able to deal with whatever life brings you. If you�ve been thinking about asking for a raise, this is a favorable month to do so. [i AM thinking ONLY of THAT!] You may find yourself in a passionate relationship�or discovering a new one! [Hehe.] If you feel to keep the peace, do not do so at the expense of your integrity. [Work or love?] Patience will pay off in the work and financial realm, and you may find yourself finally getting those debts paid off! [Don't have any.] Your health may take a turn for the better, but now�s a good time to implement those New Year�s resolutions to exercise, eat better, and relax more. {how did you know?] Spiritually, you�re finding a way to live in the material realm as a spiritual being. [Trying.] You�re also balancing the conscious and the unconscious and this is proving helpful. [I wish I could do it better.] If you don�t already do so, now would be a good time to start journaling and putting your thoughts on paper. [Doing it already.] Guys, are Rising/Moon of much influence in monthly predictions?  I better go check out Virgo as well then!
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Welcome to the boards, Gossipgoddess! How uncannily accurate, especially about the B's! <img src="/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> Are you an astrologer, by any chance? Sounds like you know your way around the Zodiac wheel! IQ, I've seen horoscopes that mention that it's good to read the Rising Sign (Ascendant) and Moon sign, too. Yes, I believe it's important and provides a more well-rounded picture of the energetic landscape. I had a psychic who's been "reading" for 12 years email me yesterday and tell me he almost fell off his seat because of the accuracy of the AstroTarot Forecast...larely because of the recommendation to read Rising and Moon Signs as well as the Sun. Boy, looks like it was spot on for you, too, IQ! Thank you both for your feeback! <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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Dear Janet, Thank you for this amazing forecast, you have hit the spot more than once! __________________________________________ Cancer – June 22-July 22 Emperor Keyword: Establishment Watery Cancer, it’s time to hunker down and focus your intent. What you’ve been aiming for may be right around the corner, even if you can’t see it. The Emperor is a card associated with Aries, and is connected to law, order, and establishments. You are feeling powerful, so use that feeling towards any new projects and endeavors. Watch out if you have a temper, though. You may feel a tendency to “lord it over” another, especially if you feel protective. An older person may enter your life this month as a mentor; even if he or she appears like a dictator, pay attention: they have something for you. This card speaks of the concrete—the practical. You may find yourself going the allopathic route in health, and that will suit you fine. You’ll be using your analytical abilities, but it will lead you into the intuitive big-picture. In the area of finances, you will create financial opportunities, so be on your toes. Spiritually, you may find yourself doing something in the physical to connect you with Spirit: making an altar, buying a devotional book, creating a wish box, etc. Libra – September 23-October 22 High Priestess Keyword: Meditation Airy Libra, January is a time to look inward. As an air sign, your tendency is to rely on your analytical abilities, but this month, tune into a quieter voice from deep within—that sense of knowing from the heart. This month is a time for enjoying “being” and accessing intuition. Have faith, make space for calm, and invite the answers you seek to bubble up to the surface. This card is associated with Cancer, so there’s a connection to feminine consciousness, the night, mysteries, and receptivity. Question everything, because many things may not be what they seem. Pay attention to dreams and synchronicities this month, especially regarding your health. Follow your intuition. This month would be a good month to start a dream journal, if you haven’t already. Keep track of your dreams, and invite intuition to show you what you need to know. If you’re a male, you may want to be conscious of the fact that there could be in a woman in your life that is keeping secrets. Trust your own counsel and ask questions. If you personal path seems unclear, trust your intuition to lead the way. Be open and receptive, especially to dreams and the subconscious. ________________________________________________ This is quite amazing, because it rings the bell in almost every sentense. I do feel extremely intuitive and powerful, especially now that I have my law exams to pass!  But I also feel extremely dreamy and feminine these days. Thank you very much!
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Welcome to the boards, Feminist Feline! You're quite welcome, and thanks for the feedback on the new AstroTarot Forecast! When will you be taking your law exams? (And congratulations!) <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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The Monthly AstroTarot Forecast for February 2004 is now up! Forecast Enjoy! <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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The monthly AstroTarot Forecast for March 2004 is now up! Forecast I hope you find it insightful and helpful. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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Hi Janet! <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> I'm just writing to thank you once again for these forecasts and to tell you how accurate they are. I never paid much attention to ordinary horoscopes, but this fresh combination of astrology and Tarot works really great for me! I just can't believe it! <img src="/images/graemlins/tongue.gif" alt="" /> So, thank you very-very much, and please don't drop this thing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :kiss:
Love, :love:
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Bless your heart, Elena. :love: You know, I never paid attention to horoscopes either. In fact, when I got the inspiration to do AstroTarot Forecasts, my rational mind rebelled! I thought "How accurate could it really be?" But I went with it because it felt right, and the feedback I've gotten as to their accuracy has been phenomenal. The stories that people have shared with me have been mind blowing, actually. I've come to believe that the AstroTarot Forecasts are serving a purpose, and if they're supposed to "hit" someone, then that person would be led to read it and it will speak to them in some way. I'm glad I went with Spirit on this one! <img src="/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> Thanks again for your continued encouragment and feedback, Elena. It's much appreciated! :kiss:
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Yes, January's was great! My card was the Emperor, and someone did come into my life who seems to be a great mentor, my current psych prof. I hadn't had a class from him until now. He scared the [censored] out of me the first couple weeks of class, because he's, I don't know how to explain it, but this card totally fits him. Anyway, I'm learning a lot from him, so it's working out well. Also I received a book of prayers from a book club I'm in, I'd forgotten to send in the reply card I guess. Duh! I really like the book and kept it though. Feb was really accurate and helpful too. Looking forward to see what happens with March. I've had 3 major arcana cards so far, and I think that's cool because I'm in the middle of some major changes right now. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> Heather
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That's wonderful, Heather! Your Psych professor sounds like a real gem. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
Here's to a wonderful March! :music:
And thanks so much for your feedback, as well! :kiss:
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Danke, Janet!
Mine seems to fit
*chuckle @ Libra getting lovers*
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You're welcome, Ice! <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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Hello! I've just posted April's AstroTarot Forecast: Forecast Enjoy! <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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Wahoo! Thanks Janet. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> Eeek! The Emperor again, only reversed! Hmmm. Well, not too surprising I guess, at least in one particular area of my life. Could be an interesting month. Heather
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You're welcome! Yeah, I was kinda surprised at Emperor coming up for Cancer again, but only reversed. I hope April is a wonderful month for you, regardless. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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Wow! Just read mine...The Star! What a nice April Fools day present! <img src="/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />
What the catapillar calls the end of the world, the Master calls the butterfly.
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Well, it's not a total surprise, I do have a rebellious streak anyway. It's bound to pop up from time to time. <img src="/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />
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Hmmm.. I just read Marchs forcast for scorpio and I must say all my Tarot reading have begun with the hung man 3 to be exact soo.. I'm guessing I didnt solve anything! Aprils looks good though I cant wait til it gets warm so I can stand in the rain!! I will also try the talking to Mother Nature, hopefully that will help me with my not wanting to wake. Thank You for the nail on the head reports!! Heather
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Hi Scorpio, and welcome to the New Age board! <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> As a fellow Scorpio, I re-read my forecast and must say I need to take a bit of my own advice... :rolleyes: <img src="/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />
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Hi guys! I just wanted to let you know that May's forecast is now live: Forecast
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Wahoo! Thanks, I love these Janet. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> Heather
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Janet, I'm a Taurus, and my forecast says that this month for me is about nurturing, and the last one was about love. But I don't think there was anything written about love in my April forecast, it was mostly about understanding people and "seeing through the fog". Was that what you meant?
Again, thanx for a wonderful forecast! :love:
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Thanks Heather! :kiss: I'm glad you enjoy them. Elena, I'm glad you brought this to my attention. When I do AstroTarot Forecasts, I use the template of the previous month to sometimes do a comparison reading of the energies. I believe I had the wrong template up when I did this month's Forecast! (I was under deadline to submit to PlanetLightworker.com and wasn't feeling very well at the time.) <img src="/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" /> Ack! So that was a mistake for Taurus. For Leo, I said "It looks like 10 will figure prominently this month, as well" with "as well" being incorrect also. I'll go change those. Thanks again! :love:
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Hi Janet! Thanks for providing this service! I love these! You, too, are getting on your feet after being knocked down. You�re on the road to recovery. The door of your proverbial jail cell is now unlocked, but you may not have realized it. Push it open and realize that a new day has begun. You are free. Small kindness and small gifts will help mend your heart. Who knew that big stuff could come from such small things? Take heart, your faith is being restored.
'Bout eff-ing time! Between Pluto in Sag & Jupiter & Mercury retrograde, I'm like: GRRRRR! Is it ever going to let up? Calgon, take me away! :beamedup: ::::::::breathing a sigh of relief::::::: y
"When we assert intuition, we are therefore like the starry night: we gaze at the world through a thousand eyes." -- Clarissa Pinkola Estes PhD., Women Who Run With Wolves
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You're most welcome, yerbatera! I'm glad you enjoy the Forecasts. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> 'Bout eff-ing time! Between Pluto in Sag & Jupiter & Mercury retrograde, I'm like: GRRRRR! Is it ever going to let up? Calgon, take me away!
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Hello! June's Forecast is now posted: Forecast Enjoy! <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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Janet, are stones equivalent to pentacles in the deck you're using? Thanks! I enjoy these. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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Hi Heather! Glad you enjoy the Forecasts. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> At the beginning of each Forecast, I link to my review of The Quest Tarot, the deck I use. In that review, I mention that Stones are indeed the Earth suit for this deck (Pentacles/Disks/Coins). <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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You're welcome! With different deck creators putting their own spin on Tarot, it can get quite confusing sometimes! <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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Greetings! The AstroTarot Forecast for July 2004 is now up: Forecast Enjoy <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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Hi Janet! <img src="/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> Just wanted to let you know, that I did a 6-months spread for myself somewhere in May, and the card for July WAS the Hermit! <img src="/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> Not that I've ever doubted the accuracy of your forecasts, but I'm happy to get new proofs of it time after time! <img src="/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> Love, :music: Elena 
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That is so cool, Elena! <img src="/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" /> Thanks for the vote of confidence. :love: Are you starting to feel the Hermit energy yet? <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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Hello! The AstroTarot Forecast for August 2004 is now up: Forecast Enjoy! <img src="/images/graemlins/music.gif" alt="" />
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Greetings! The AstroTarot Forecast for September 2004 is now up: Forecast <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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Wahoo! The Hierophant reversed, Mr. Rebel, one of my favorite cards! <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> Thanks Janet
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I love seeing The Hierophant standing on his head, too. ^5 LOL <img src="/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> You're welcome, mtnmermaid! <img src="/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />
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Hopefully I won't cause too much trouble! :angel: :devil:
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Ha! I'd be sorely disappointed if you didn't! :devil: <img src="/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />
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So mine was: Aquarius � January 20-February 18 Father of Stones Keyword: Guardian Look for some kind of promotion or increase in abundance this month, airy Aquarius. If you have any decisions to make, allow yourself a few days to think it through. Continue to enjoy the journey, and the next thing you know, your goals will be standing right in front of you! Take time to connect with nature, and spend some extra time snuggling with your pet. Animals will prove very healing for you this month, and are wonderful stress relievers! ----------------------------- and DA*N!!!!! I hope it's all true!!!!!! I did start looking for a new job this last week because of financial concerns. So far the only one that was a firm lead at the interview was offering a lot less than I am capable of taking (financially, it would actually set us BACK). However, there was at least one more promising option. Have also felt the need to be cuddling with my dog in the last few days (and he's been feeling the need for some cuddling as well). So, the nature part (the last two or 3 days have been a joy to be outside, after smoke-filled summer her in Alaska) and the pet part are true so far. The financial bit also looks promising. This is the most optimistic I've ever been about an astrological forcast being right for me. (I'm an aquarius by birth, but have always fit more precisely with either Piscean or Capricorn forcasts, rarely, if ever, Aquarian.) Blessings. --Kati
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Well I'm causing trouble in one of my classes already and it's only the first week. The prof started it though, he made some sexist remarks and I just coudn't let that go without speaking up. <img src="/images/graemlins/tongue.gif" alt="" /> Should be an interesting semester. Good luck with your job hunt Kati! <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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Originally posted by mtnmermaid: [qb] Well I'm causing trouble in one of my classes already and it's only the first week. The prof started it though, he made some sexist remarks and I just coudn't let that go without speaking up. <img src="/images/graemlins/tongue.gif" alt="" /> Should be an interesting semester. Good luck with your job hunt Kati! <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> [/qb] Thanks, and good luck with that prof!!! He sounds like he needs some serious enlightenment. Blessings. --Kati
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I'm an Aries/Taurean cusp being born on April 21st...I read this forecast and after being jobless for nearly 2 months & changing careers, I was hired on the spot today, so financial gain it is for me =] - I'm waiting for the point on health issues to come to realization as well.
I too like proofs, ok, I love them. :love:
And good luck Kati, You'll find something befitting you!
x0x Wendy
per aspera ad astra: Through rough ways to the stars...
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Hi Kati! Welcome to the New Age forum. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> My forecasts are based more in Tarot and intuition, although I tailor them for each of the 12 astrological signs. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> I certainly wish you the best in your quest for abundance! Please keep us posted. Congratulations, Wendy! :music: I'm so very happy for you! What wonderful news. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> Mtnmermaid, you fellow rebel you! Can't leave well enough alone, can ya? <img src="/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> ^5
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Thanks Kati. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> Janet, no I can't. I mean, I could, but I don't want to. <img src="/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />
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Janet, will there be a forecast for October?
The world is full of radiant, wonderful and elevating secrets, and it is only the small hand held up before our eyes which prevents us from seeing the light. /Baal Shem Tov/
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Hi Elena, In the Newsletter I sent out yesterday, as well as on Kati's thread, I mentioned that I was temporarily suspending the monthly AstroTarot Forecast. So no, there won't be a forecast for October. It started to become a chore/energy drain on me, so I wanted to give it a break for now. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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Hi all, I've just posted the Holiday AstroTarot Forecast for 2004: Forecast With Mercury retro most of December, as well as lots of sextiles on the horizon, it looks like the holidays will be... interesting. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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hmm..Seems funny that being a Taurean and just reading my astro forecast...that a few days ago I posted a journal entry lamenting the commercialization of xmas and how everyone should go out and do atleast one nice thing for someone.
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Wow, that's neat, Wendy! And something kind for someone is a great practice now matter what the Sun sign. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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Thank you Janet! <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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Janet:
My husband and I are thrilled that you're doing the AstroTarot forecasts again!
Thank you for all you do for all of us!
Blessings!
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I agree Janet, For years now - since the rest of us kids have grown up and are old enough to fend for our selves really - my mom has been buying 'toys for tots' Which, if you dont know, is an organization that takes in donations of unwrapped toys and distributes them amongst needy children. Personally, I've been on a crochet kick since this summer and am using up all my scraps of yarn to make funky scarves that I plan to give them away. I'm up to 6 at the moment. I get bout one done a night.
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You're welcome, mtnmermaid. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> Welcome to the New Age Forum, Mary! Bless your heart. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> I appreciate you taking the time to stop by and share your enthusiasm for the AstroTarot Forecast! I have to ask: are you affiliated with the Victory Farm that helps homeless veterans? (I'm quite nosy...apologies if I'm getting too personal!) Hi Wendy, Toys for Tots is a wonderful program! Funky scarves sounds like a neat gift to me. <img src="/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" /> Project Angel Tree from the Salvation Army is another wonderful holiday program. Paper angel ornaments are hung on a tree, and the child's sizes are listed and such. You take the angel, buy the gift/s, and then drop it off.
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No, Janet, that's one Victory Farm I hadn't heard about yet! Sounds wonderful, though. We have been working with a local Adult Day Health Center to send emails and cards to service members overseas, but that's just as volunteers and through eMailOurMilitary.com. Total pacifist that I am, I still think it's important to let our military personnel know that we are thinking of them and wishing them well.
People are always asking if we're affiliated with the PBS show - of course they mean Victory Garden! :-)
My user name - and business name - came from the combination of living in an old beat-up farmhouse when I started my business (no longer, thankfully!) and our greyhounds at the time - Vic and Tory (I kid you not!).
I am a sometimes lurker/seldom poster on another forum (Tarot), where you had written that you were starting the AstroTarot Forecasts, and asked for feedback way back when. I've really enjoyed them, and my husband, who is less "into" all this than I am, was absolutely blown away by the fact that you hit him right on the money every month.
When I told him that you were doing it again, his reply was that he was so glad, because he had "missed it so much!"
He is a Pisces - I'm a Sag - and it looks like I'd better make sure he has a notebook with him at all times this month! :-)
Thank you again!
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How wonderful for you to remember those in the military, Mary. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> I totally agree: no matter what the views on war, it's important to support our service men and women as much as possible. Too funny about Victory Garden...and the dogs! Greyhounds are so beautiful. Thank you for letting me know how much your husband enjoys the Forecasts! I appreciate the feedback. To tell you the truth, I get blown away when people tell me just how much the Forecasts peg them! LOL Yes, your husband would definitely benefit from jotting down insights that he gets. What may appear to be "no big deal" may actually be an important clue on his journey! <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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Hi all, I've just posted the AstroTarot Forecast for January 2005. It can be found here: Forecast I'm sorry I haven't been around much. I pulled some muscles in my back Wednesday and last night was the first day I was really mobile. It was complete chair or bed rest, and I'm still in a lot of pain. <img src="/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" /> I can't be at the computer for long periods, so that's why I'm not posting much. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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That is very painful, take care of yourself and I hope you feel better very soon. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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Thanks so much, Mindy. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> I've been popping 3 ibuprofen very 4 hours, but it doesn't touch the pain. The only thing that works is complete rest. Argggh! All, prayers and healing energy would be so greatly appreciated if you have some extra energetic bucks in your grace account to send my way. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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Back pain is awful, I've done it several times and it is definitely not fun to have. Take care,
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It's quite excruciating. For one who lives pain-free for the most part, is certainly gives you an extra measure of compassion for those who live with chronic pain...
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Janet, my heart goes out to you! (And all the healing energies I can muster!) I've done this myself a few times. The last time was only a few weeks ago - a very long time after the last incident - and I had to relearn how to deal with it.
Be sure to stay warm while you rest - not always easy in this changeable weather we're having! But, even if it doesn't make it better, at least it can keep it from getting worse. Heating pack, hot water bottle - whatever your family can lay their hands on - will help.
Thank you for posting the January Forecast. We're looking forward to reading it!
Be well soon!
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Hi Mary! It was your last post saying how much you enjoyed (and missed) the AstroTarot Forecasts that prompted me to begin it again. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> Thanks for the healing energy; I appreciate it! I think, but am not sure, that it's muscle strain. I've been using cold for it, actually. I'll have to consider hot; I figured that cold helps spasms much better. Bless your heart :love:
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Thank you Janet! I love your forecasts. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> I hope you feel better soon. :love:
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You're welcome, mtnmermaid! It's good to see you. :love: Thanks very much. I think I'm going to go pop some Ibuprofen and lay down since my son is napping. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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Ah, Janet, you're a brave one to take that many ibuprophren in a day... lol! My poor stomach wouldn't tolerate that at all... I hope you've faired better since a week ago now. Have been lighting a candle every night for you and sending healing energies into the Ether to you.
Just got done reading the AstroForcast, and would like to post my impressions of my cards... I was born as a Leo with a Cusp of Virgo, so I assume I would use both Leo and Virgo cards? That is how I'll base my impressions anyway... let me know if I don't need to do that.
I definitely have been through a lot of "memories" lately... not just childhood, but early adult, and especially in the relationship department, remembering things and just now realizing what happened, and gaining the insight that if I had just held out a little longer, it may have turned out better than I thought it would, that if I'd let things play themselves out instead of taking "control" and breaking things off, maybe they would have still ended, maybe not, but maybe I'd be on better terms with those people today.
I am also dealing with a lot of "extra baggage" at present, exactly as the reversed 6 of Cups would imply... there are a lot of things I've been working at letting go of, and it's a tough process, every time, lol!
I have been focused on the past way too much again, and I've discovered "again" that as long as I do that, I can't move forward... eh. I'm such a slow learner at times.
I think I've been trying to "cover up" feelings of insecurity, and a bit of disappointment (honeymoon's over?) in my new-but-not-so-new-anymore relationship, and I find myself looking for all the things that can be "wrong" with "him" rather than all the good things about him... that seems similar to the messages of the Father of Wands, reversed... have been trying conciously to focus on the good, but with my health issues being the way they are, and Christmas being over now, and winter finally "settling in", depression makes the battle a bit tougher. I deal with this quite often, and so it gets rather hairy. I think in looking at all the things that "could be" wrong in the relationship, I then have "ammo" to sabotage, which I do by "blaming". I haven't done it yet, and may the Goddess help me if I do, for I usually kill relationships very quickly when it happens. But, as I've said elsewhere, depression usually "hits" when I think I've lost choice again, and so the most obvious thing for me to do is look at what I think I have no choice in anymore, and then determine what I need to do to feel empowered again. So, I believe that focusing on the good is a good start.
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Hi Janet!
I haven't been around much the past few days, but you've been on our minds, and I hope you're feeling better. Hubby says definitely try the warm instead of cold if you think it's muscle - he's had better luck with that (and so have I). I hope you've been able to avoid all this lovely New England weather we've been having, because THAT certainly wouldn't help you!
David says your Pisces reading was, as usual, right on the money! And I'm afraid you've hit this Sag a little too close to home, too! :-) It certainly gave me something to think about!
Warm wishes are headed your way!
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Thanks for the advice, Mary. :love: I'm resting as much as possible... I'll rest especially heavy this week (I think I overdid it today...) Good to hear the Forecasts are once again accurate for you and David! Yeah, when some of those were coming through, I winced. <img src="/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />
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Oh, but Janet, isn't that what Tarot SHOULD be about? Learning our life lessons, whether we want to or not!! :-) (Besides, I'd never shoot the messenger.) When I got back to Tarot, after many, many years of still owning a deck (the Marseilles - and maybe that's why), but never touching it, it was mainly as a tool for meditation and growth. BTW, a bit of a non sequitur, but somewhat related - I inherited a pendant from my great-uncle, the artist (yes, a REAL artist!) which I've been trying to find out about. My uncle was born around the turn of the century, and studied, in addition to art, astrology, and other mysteries. (This I got from my mother, who grew up in the same house with him, and admired him greatly.) Mom used to say that he had a teacher, who was on the west coast, and would visit his students by astral projection. After my mother died, and my sister and I were dividing her jewelry, we discovered this pendant or possibly watch fob, which my sister believes belonged to our Uncle Faust. Since she is a Methodist, and I'm the one interested in other forms of spirituality, we agreed that it would be better if I received it. I have an image of it posted at: http://www.victory-farm.com/stuff/pendant.jpg The scanner washed some of it out (especially the ruby, which is quite lovely), but the stones all appear to be real, and are as follows: ruby, possibly jasper, emerald, sapphire, onyx or jet, possibly tourmaline or fluorite, amethyst, turquoise, topaz, opal, aquamarine, bloodstone. The center is a crystal (probably quartz), and behind it is an engraving which is hard to see, but is a cross, with radiance around it, and a design behind it which might be a horseshoe or a very crude omega or maybe even pi. (VERY hard to make out!) Inside the top triangle is what could be a representation of Stonehenge or possibly YHWH in hebrew - although, if so, it doesn't seem to be quite right - more likely stonehenge (especially given the Walter Scott reference). The words which have been applied (not engraved on the original piece, but on an applied piece of gold) are Walter Scott Hall. (I'm thinking this is "Hall" as in a specific lodge or temple or location of a farflung organization.) On the back, there are, next to the backs of the twelve small stones, the twelve zodiac symbols. Okay, I've gone on a bit about this (in part in the hope that something will ring a bell with someone, but also) because, by another totally roundabout way, I've been looking at BOTA. Every time I see the BOTA tarot deck, I'm drawn to it, and I'm thinking of buying one finally. I just haven't found the perfect deck for me yet, and I don't know if this would be it, but I do like a lot of things about it. But, I was interested to discover that BOTA discourages the use of Tarot as a divination tool. Anyway, while I was puttering around, trying to learn more about them, I began to wonder if Dr.Case was the teacher that my uncle thought so much of! Obviously, I have to do a lot more checking, but the time period is right, and Dr. Case was originally from New York, as my family was. I haven't yet seen anything that links him to astral projection, but it wouldn't surprise me. Anyway, if I've violated some posting rule by straying a bit off-topic, I apologize. But the Astrology and Tarot connection made me hope that you or someone else might be able to help with this. I guess the pendant has come to mean a lot to me, and I'd hate to learn that I don't like - as in actively dislike - what it represents. But, on the other hand, I'd want to know. I also find myself wondering if all this is just leading me where I need to go in this life. Anyway, love and light - and LOTS of warmth to you! Mary
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Hi Mary! *waves* No such thing as going off topic...at least, not on the New Age board! <img src="/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> (I'm the :queeen: of tangents, myself.) I'll have to take a look at the pendant and such another time. (Just got back from the chiro and I'm not supposed to be sitting much...especially on the computer!) I was just thinking of BOTA today for some reason. Odd that they wouldn't encourage Tarot as a divination tool. Then again, I don't know much about some of these esoteric societies. Love and warmth right back at ya! :love:
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Hi Janet and Mary,
Couldn't help "overhearing" your conversation, lol... but I can answer your question about a discouragement of using tarot for divination... I don't know much about BOTA itself, but that doesn't matter... it's a particular word that matters. Divination. What they are saying is that they discourage the use of tarot for divination, as in "fortune-telling". They would instead encourage the use of tarot for empowerment. There is a LOT of controversy out there about that very issue, and so I just know that's probably what it's about.
Divination is nothing more than "prediction", really, where one "finds out" what "will" happen in some pre-determined future time. Problem with that is... nothing is written in blood upon stones, and many esoteric systems don't believe in cutting off one's right to choice. So, divination is not a good way to use any tool within that thought framework. Instead, using tools such as tarot for self-improvement is much preferrable.
Well, that's the way I understood that issue, anyway.
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Actually--and I cover this in my Divination eBook--divination means to receive information through a Divine source. Fortuntelling itself would be trying to predict the future. But divination to seek insight into energy of the past, present and future--it's really just the analysis of energy. If you want to see someone's future, just examine their past and present patterns (attitudes, beliefs, actions). Most people resist change and therefore, some things are pretty predictable. Here's an excerpt from my eBook: The classic definition of divination is to foretell the future. Fortune telling, augury, and prophecy are often used interchangeably with the word divination. However, foretelling the future is but one aspect of divination. Many use divination to uncover past events, as well as those of the present. In that case, divination is not used to foretell the future, but rather, to gain insight into the past or present. This is known as forth telling. For example, in the New Testament, Jesus encountered a woman at the well and said to her �the man you are now with is not your husband.� He was not foretelling events, but rather, declaring what was true in the present. Just some thoughts... <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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Thanks for all the input, Janey and 'llysa!
I've continued to read about BOTA, and Dr.Case, since writing the above, and I do see what you mean about the use of Tarot for empowerment. I remember seeing something that said - and I'm paraphrasing here - that of course Tarot can be used for divination, but its true purpose is enabling growth. And it pretty much implied that using it for divination - OR for fortune-telling - would be a "waste."
Anyway, definitely do check out the scan of the pendant - it's a very interesting piece! Much more beautiful in fact than the scan shows. The gold is very rosy - very typical of Victorian pieces - and the stones are bright and lovely. The ruby, in particular, is really RED - not pink as in the scan.
There were, of course, so many different groups about at that time that it may be impossible to trace this ultimately.
My husband has been trying to interest me in Pendulum use, and I tried using a crystal pendant that my mother had given me, with no luck at all (well that could be the bad vibes between us - she was a difficult person, and I never could handle it well).
Finally it occurred to me to try this pendant. I'm afraid I'm still not good, but I did have much better success with this pendant, probably because it is so well-tuned to me after all this time. I wear it almost every day.
Janet, I hope the chiro had good news? We continue to send warmth and light and good wishes your way. This is a horrible time of year, especially so, to have that kind of injury. My rotator cuffs locked up in the middle of one of the worst winters we had - ice everywhere, and every time I'd slip, I'd throw up my arm to balance (or at least try to!). It hurt so badly one time that I almost threw up in the middle of a parking lot - falling might have been preferable!
Well, to bed for me! Cocker Spaniel has to be at the groomers bright and early! :-)
Good night, all!
Mary
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Ah! And Janet must be doing better! <img src="/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> I hope so! <img src="/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />
That's some extra info on divination I didn't really process, though I do recall vaguely reading something like that before. It's interesting how we can read and research, and only ingest just what we want to know... lol.
Thanks Janet. :love:
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Hi Mary and 'lyssa *waves*
I'm not in as much pain as I was, but I'm still prohibited from sitting at the computer for long periods. My chair isn't very ergonomic...
The Universe was sending me messages before this back thing became full blown, but I chose to ignore it. I'm paying the price for my own stubbornness...
I have additional exercises/physical therapy I must do, and still have to be on Ibuprofen, Icy Hot, etc.
IMO, using Tarot or any other divination tool (including consulting psychics) to try to determine and control the future is not only a waste, but a very shallow endeavor. People who do this aren't interested in self development, learning lessons, or self empowerment. Rather, they want a quick fix to their own patterns. This is one of the reasons I rarely do phone readings anymore: I get irritated when people ask me the same question over and over...and that the questions are usually silly relationship questions...
When I read for someone, I want it to be for someone willing to take their life into their own hands. Otherwise, I'll just refund their money (and I've done that).
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Good for you, Janet! I haven't often done readings for anyone but myself - I just don't feel comfortable enough for that. I did read one time (a couple of years ago) for my husband, and it was a very interesting experience. It was one of those all-too-rare times when a reading seems to flow through me, rather than, in any way, come from me.
I'm not putting it well, I know, but I'm sure you'll know what I mean. Often I feel that I might be putting myself into the reading, without intending to. It's one of the reasons I don't like to read for anyone else. But this time, I just "felt" what to say, and it was very interesting because it turned out that it opened up some things for him that I didn't even know about yet!
Oh, BTW, I do apologize for mis-typing your name before. I always proofread, but managed to miss that until after I had posted it. My hands have been pretty sore in this weather, and my typing is showing it!
Anyway, I'm not sure I could imagine reading for people who wanted "the future told" for them. That's not what Tarot is for me.
I'm glad you're feeling a little better. I know all about non-ergonomic chairs. When I worked in an office, I was always that pain in the a-- who needed a GOOD chair. Otherwise I wound up pretty crippled.
I finally broke down and bought myself a desk chair last week. Unfortunately, while it is better than the dining room chair I've been using for years, it isn't perfect, and I have to remind myself to get up and move around more often.
Stay warm, stay well, and heal soon.
Light and love,
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Hi Janet and Mary <img src="/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> This is a great discussion. I realized after I'd posted last that I hadn't said anything about what I think of divination... lol... and there's Janet, beating me to it. <img src="/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> I agree, divination is a waste of time. As Janet says, it is a shallow endeavor. Good way to put it. When such tools are used to "control" something, the querent is asking someone else to take resposnibility for them, to do it "for" them. That's why it's such a waste of time. Ya can't squeeze blood out of a turnip, lol... ya just can't make someone do something they don't wanna... yeah, they definitely want a quick fix, and that means they don't want to do the work. When you ask someone to "divine" for you, you are essentially giving your power of choice away. That's why it's so hard to educate people about what tarot, or any other tool, is really all about, why there's so much "superstition" attached to it. These people think "everything" is written in blood upon stones, that it's "fatefull"... rather than a destiny that they need to align with. It's really mind-boggling to me how society today can think that way... but that gets me into a discussion on what Christianity has done to current "thought" and what is acceptabe... how the Church has taught us that we can't think for ourselves... and I get really confused with that, as it's in direct conflict with the constitution (for those of us in the U.S. anyway), but still, it's in direct conflict with human rights in general too, the idea that something "should" or "must"... "determine my fate" rather than point me toward options and choices in my destiny. That's why I am so interested in using tarot and other tools as an art therapist, in a setting where the person does a "reading" themselves (although I probably wouldn't even call it that), but with support and guidance from someone (hopefully me, lol) who has a good grasp of it, if I can ever get there. Still have to go to school for it... it may be two or more years yet before I can do that, with all the bills the way they are. <img src="/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" /> But I AM working on that financial issue, and am finally seeing some progress. I am, however, doing as much studying of tarot itself as I can, so that I will have that part "ready", already, lol. I want to be a part of that growing awareness of empowerment, to let the world know they can and do have the power to choice, if they so choose. I wouldn't really like doing readings myself, in the way of "freelance" just for the reading itself, for the very reasons Janet already expressed frustration and irritation at. Self-mastery is just so much more desirable. Guess it's time to consider the next step, eh Janet... that ergonomic chair thing... those are really cool! <img src="/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> Wish I could get one myself, however, I do have a kitchen table chair that is rather worthy of itself at the moment, so I can't complain. My biggest problem right now is the mattress. When the significant other finally was able to move here, he brought a pillow-top mattress... and I can't really abide by it, so I have to be really careful in how I sleep in it, which makes me not sleep well. :rolleyes: Someday, I'll get it right, lol... 'llysa
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Hi Folks!
Janet, I tend to read this forum early in the morning - or late at night - so I may be a little fuzzy sometimes! :-) But I'm trying to figure out if I "read" you right (okay, pun intended!) - You were saying that divination as just "telling the future" is "not only a waste, but a very shallow endeavor" - right? But I don't think you were including ALL divination in that?
So, my question to you, as an experienced reader, is: do you feel that divining - as opposed to "telling the future" - for someone else can be a useful tool for both you and the querent?
On an interesting note, I'm also "into" genealogical research, and coming up against some very frustrating brick walls (which I hope eventually to climb over, under, around or through). A while back I tried doing some readings to tell me about the ancestors who are proving difficult to find.
It might be easier to understand if I give a little very basic history. My husband's grandmother was born in Manville RI - very much a New England mill town - of French-Canadian parents. The family story is that her mother had diabetes, lost her legs, and wound up in a sanitarium, at which point Ida (his grandmother) ended up living with relatives.
My husband remembered from his childhood two aunts, Malvina and Ada. When I finally found the family I found that there were at least three more (older) children. One of those married, had children, and lived in this general vicinity until well into my husband's life - so why didn't he know about her?
One married, and then we lose track of him completely. The other we lose early on. David's grandmother changed her first name after a failed marriage at age 16 (an arranged marriage). A surprise to us was that her father is listed as dead, and her mother as living in Canada at the time of that marriage.
And the mysteries go on and on... but I won't bore you with them! It has become a slight obsession to me to "find" Ida's parents and her siblings. I think it's horribly sad that our cemeteries are full of people no one ever remembers or visits because we've become such a mobile society.
Anyway, I came up with a spread to let me get to know Ida's parents (and Ida and her husband, for that matter - he was murdered in 1933 in a robbery so David never knew him at all). My reason was pretty basic. When you're doing genealogical research, sometimes it helps to get to "know" the person you're seeking. A feel for who they are can cause flashes of insight about where to look for clues.
Anyway, it was a very simple spread - The first card to "tell" me about the person generally. The second focusing on their early years, the third on their middle years, and the fourth on their later years. If I felt it necessary, I'd draw another to clarify who they really were.
The results were pretty amazing, and more so when I learned further things about the people involved. For instance, Ida was characterized generally as the Queen of Pumpkins (I use the Halloween Tarot, and Pumpkins is the counterpart of Pentacles), whereas her husband Joseph was only the King of Pumpkins in his middle years.
When I learned more about their lives, and family relationships (or lack thereof), this made a great deal of sense. Joe had struck out on his own because of some family differences, and only in his middle years was he seen as the good provider. He left his early work to go back in to the family career of baking bread (but not WITH his family), which meant that he always found work - even during the depression.
However, it was Ida who kept the family together while he traveled - and lived - wherever he had to in order to earn a living. And, after he died, she worked and kept the family going.
It was an interesting experience, and there are some indications that my readings for Ida's parents was probably pretty accurate too. But my main reason for doing the readings was to get a feel for who I was seeking.
I wondered what you (all of you) think of this type of reading. And don't hold your punches! :-) I'm genuinely interested in your opinions!
Thanks!
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Hi Mary! You wrote: Janet, I tend to read this forum early in the morning - or late at night - so I may be a little fuzzy sometimes! :-) But I'm trying to figure out if I "read" you right (okay, pun intended!) - You were saying that divination as just "telling the future" is "not only a waste, but a very shallow endeavor" - right? But I don't think you were including ALL divination in that?
So, my question to you, as an experienced reader, is: do you feel that divining - as opposed to "telling the future" - for someone else can be a useful tool for both you and the querent? As one who writes a lot about divination, and reads for others, I surely don't think divination is a waste! <img src="/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> What I meant by that is those individuals who continually consults readers or psychics wanting to know things like "Will I die?", "Will my health be OK?", "Does he really love me?", etc. The reason I have problems with these kind of readings is: 1. The future is fluid, and not fixed 2. As individuals, and their patterns, beliefs, attitudes and actions change, so does their future 3. All of life is a lesson, and difficulties can serve as a great teacher. If one is looking to somehow circumvent or "get out of" difficulties--especially without ruthless self-examination or committment to their spiritual path--it's a "shallow endeavor". It's like trying to get rid of a dandelion by simply mowing it down, rather than extricating it at the root. Now, I must say, I am clouded by my own experience. Back when I was involved in the Pentcostal and Charismatic movements in Christianity (both as a pastor and a lay person), I put a lot of eggs in the "future" basket, myself. Instead of taking responsibility for my own life, I wanted rescued, pampered, provided for, and so on. I was in for a huge rude awakening by life--which included the illness and death of my first husband. It was then that I concluded that it's a major cause of suffering to be so future-focused, and to think the Divine is a deus ex machina ready to snatch us out of difficulty...or give us a smooth ride in life. This is why I'm not big on the New Age movement of "prosperity and abudance", because a lot of that seeks a life of ease...and, like many in the Charismatic movement, they don't seek to "weep those who weep" (have compassion), but rather want to slap on a little affirmation like some cosmic bandaid (effectively dismissing, or ignoring, the sufferer). This is just some of the reasons I think the way I do. Does that make sense? Btw, that's an interesting way to find out about geneology! Since we're all connected, seems like a neat way to fill in the missing gaps of research. <img src="/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" />
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Hi Janet!
It's so good to have you back again! I hope you're feeling better.
It all makes perfect sense to me, and I thought that that was basically what you were saying about divination.
I've found, after having been raised a Catholic, that it's hard to change the mindset over. I know that I need to "think" more, be more in the moment and aware. Otherwise, among other things, I fall back into acting as if I still believe in "let go, and let god," rather than taking full responsibility for my own actions, on a spiritual level.
I know some of what I believe, and I'm learning more every day, but sometimes find it hard to put it into my life. That was one of the things that drew me back to Tarot. Contemplation with Tarot cards has made me stop and think about some of this a bit more.
BTW, in case you've never read Sylvan's The Circle Within, she refers to the kind of wake-up call you describe (and I certainly don't mean that as a flip reference to the tragedy you experienced, but it sounds like it was definitely a call to do what you are doing now) as a "cosmic two-by-four" or "the psychic equivalent of being hit from behind by a balloon full of gravel." I like the imagery of that. And I think that most of us all too often ignore the more gentle reminders, like those received in divination.
And, yes, using Tarot in genealogy has been interesting. How accurate I've been, I don't completely know yet, but even if it just helped me put into words what I already knew as fact, it was helpful.
My husband has me using a pendulum now. The last time we were at our favorite "rock" store in Uxbridge - a little bit of everything, and she doesn't favor the term New Age, but that's what most would call it - he bought himself a book and a pendulum. I wasn't having much response with anything I used, until I tried one of my collection of Figas (odd the things we collect, isn't it?). This one is amethyst, and for whatever reason, it just "jumps" to reply to my questions.
I've been asking it about some health issues that have come up, and how they affect my family (my problem can run in families, and I've told my sisters that they should be tested too). It will be interesting to see how accurate I've been with it.
Gotta go feed dogs (or I'll be in VERY big trouble with them!). :-)
Again, it's good to have you back!
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Thank you so much, Mary! *hugs* The Circle Within...isn't that a Wiccan book, though? Tarot, and other oracle cards, certainly have helped me to stop and focus as well. *nodding* How's that amethyst being working for you? Has it been accurate? Still jumping? <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> Hi all, Better late than never *drumroll*: [b]AstroTarot Forecast - February 2005 Forecast
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WOW look at this new message board thingy... I didn't know Bella had changed it, as I've been gone a while obviously, lol... it'll take some getting used to I can see, lol! Janet, it's good to see you're doing better. I think of you every day in my reverence time. Wanted to share with you what I think of the Astroforecasts as it relates to myself for this month... I am a Leo with a Cusp of Virgo, lol... and yes, "Holy COW"!!! Have been gone for a reason. Lost some income of my own, my second part-time job suddenly ended due to the needs of the store... and my partner lost his sole source of income very suddenly (we were not warned with any "time" in advance at all), and then, we started having banking problems because of it. I've been scrambling around trying to find solutions to this, and have not had much time to get online... So yes, The Tower definitely "hit" already. It's time for me to change many things, and I've been resisting for too long. I did start heeding the messages being sent a few months back, but I was trying to take it slowly and make the changes gradually and "safely", lol... The "good" part about all this chaos? I now have the free time I've been complaining I don't have to actually make those changes manifest, lol. So, yes, fortune smiled upon me, although I don't feel like it at the moment, lol... I have been given some opportunities to sell my craftwork, and there are some possibilities opening up in my life just because of the chaos that would not otherwise be available. Now I have the time to slow down and actually take care of my health as well... Interesting, these Astroforecasts, Janet. They've never been wrong on me yet! <img src="/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> 'llysa
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Yeah, this blue board is a bit much on the eyes... I'm used to the subdued colors of the other board! I so much appreciate you thinking of me in your daily reverence time, 'lyssa. I know that the prayers and well wishes from those like yourself has contributed to my recovery. (Or, at the very least, my sanity! <img src="/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> ) Wow, I'm sorry to hear of the challenges you've been experiencing...but it looks like you're looling for the gift among the debris, and finding some jewels in the process! They say "be careful what you wish for", because, truly, the Universe often answers our deepest desires...and often not in the way we want or expect! This is the nature of change (which rarely comes gradually, gently or safely! LOL). But you know, the alchemical path is full of change. It must be. It's the only way for the lead to be transmuted into gold, ya know? I really feel some great things are in store for you, 'lyssa. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> I'm glad the AstroTarot Forecasts prove so accurate for you. I get blown away from the feedback on the accuracy, to tell you the truth. The Quest deck has just proven to be amazingly accurate with readings; I guess it goes to show that it's true what's often said: you don't choose the deck...the deck chooses you! Blessings to you, 'lyssa, and all the best on your craftwork! What kind of crafts will you be doing? And please, keep us posted on your journey. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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I guess you can't DISAGREE with Astrology on this forum? At least not from a Christian point of view I guess. That might invite debate and someone might change their heart. Terrible.
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Astrology IS the practice of the occult. It is an ancient tool of paganism and was replaced by science in its most practical use(prediction of seasons) It answers NO basic questions of right or wrong and following it at best is a complete waste of time.
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If you want to discuss Astrology or anything from a fundamentalist, proselytizing Christian standpoint, you have 3 options:
Start a different thread laying out your beefs...while trying to "change the heart" of others.
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Visit a Christian Forum where you'll have like minded others.
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Visit the Astrology Forum where you can address the topic specifically.
Either one of those options affords you the "free speech" you want.
No one, least of me, is scared of an anonymous fundamentalist Christian poster who disagrees with New Age topics. You're a dime a dozen. But I like to keep topics focused or relevant. Like I said, you want to start a thread on your beefs or questions, fine.
Otherwise, I'll continue to delete your posts.
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Besides Astrotarot is the occult also. At least that's the section in the bookstores it's in.
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I'm glad I'm a dime a dozen. That's hopeful.
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One would have to ask what you are scared of...considering you will not respect the guidlines I set out for you, including your choice to start a new thread with all of these one-liners.
I will tell you again: you have three options. You are choosing neither. If you keep posting one liners that aren't aimed at dialogue, I'll have you banned. It's your choice.
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I'll bet you'd have books banned if it were within your power also.Maybe you could burn my posts. There is nothing new under the sun and this so-called new age stuff is not new it is paganism in a shiny new package. Our kids think bell bottoms are new too. How soon we forget. New age practices discussed in THIS thread are diversionary lies designed to blind you to the truth.They have no practical or spiritual merit.
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I await your(or anyone else's) reply.
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I am a fundamentalist. I seek the truth. NOT some whimsical fly-by-night flavor of the day but REAL truth. Truth does not change. It is eternal. Is it better to believe in something foundational that you can build your life on or touchy-feely things that disappear in your hands like incense smoke. God is real. Truth is real. Astrotarot is magician mumbo jumbo. Do you plan your life on the results? Can you place your hopes in it? I hope you don't. That would be saddening. What faith do you really have in it? God is solid. You can see his results all around you. It's not about chance. It's about eternity. It's about God.
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If you want to know the future, read the Bible. Thousands of it's predictions have come true. So many in the book of Daniel ,for instance, that critics have tried without success to discredit it. It will tell both your future with God and without him. Just a little preview here, without him turns out bad. Wouldn't you want to personally know the only one who CAN predict the future? The one who created it? Makes sense to me. Why rely on the stars when you can rely on the one who hung them. Why rely on the occult? Haven't you ever laughed at witch doctors? Astrotarot is just as silly. And futile. And possibly dangerous to your soul.
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Thanks for the free advertisement! <img src="/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> You keep posting like this, and it bumps this thread to the top. People come around to see what's up at that fascinating AstroTarot Forecast thread and ouila! I have more readers!
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Great! And more people see the truth. I was on prochoicetalk.com a while back and I presented a logical argument against abortion that was so strong and so many people came to read it (about 1500 in a couple of days) that they shut down the site. Everyone on the site in other threads starting pondering my argument and it drove the moderators CRAZY! The site is still down.
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I would urge all who read this to listen carefully. For those who have eyes let them see, for those who have ears let them hear. On May 15, 1948 Israel was voted into existence by the U.N. just as the prophet Daniel predicted. He also said that that generation would not pass before the return of the messiah(Christ). We Christians are more active in elections and politics, and life in general NOT out of coincidence but because we feel a "quickening" in the world. A sense of urgency if you will. The time is drawing near. I am NOT talking about the end of the world but the creation of a new one. This world is fallen. When I was a child I behaved as a child. When I became a man I put away childish things. That is what you must now do also. Put away these childish beliefs and return to God before he returns to you and it is too late.
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Doesn't your God say "judge not, lest ye be judged"? it would seem to me that you are not practicing what you preach
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God says not to judge by outward appearances.I am not judging your heart. I have not said you would go to hell. I have neither the power nor the authority to make that judgement. However, God says you may tell a tree by its fruit. So we can DISCERN BEHAVIOR as right or wrong. That is NOT judgement but discernment. If we could not discern behavior we could never say anything was wrong..racism etc.
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Non-Christians usually quote scripture(out of context usually) as a means of tearing down not as a means of lifting up. I am trying to lift you up so you can be saved not tear you down. There is nothing wrong with tearing down the lies you have been taught. The truth will do that. I can tell it to you but it is ultimately your choice to open your heart to believe. I can not force it on you. Instead of quoting scripture you should be reading it with an open heart.
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For continuity and clarity sake: 'lyssa wrote: WOW look at this new message board thingy... I didn't know Bella had changed it, as I've been gone a while obviously, lol... it'll take some getting used to I can see, lol! Janet, it's good to see you're doing better. I think of you every day in my reverence time. Wanted to share with you what I think of the Astroforecasts as it relates to myself for this month... I am a Leo with a Cusp of Virgo, lol... and yes, "Holy COW"!!! Have been gone for a reason. Lost some income of my own, my second part-time job suddenly ended due to the needs of the store... and my partner lost his sole source of income very suddenly (we were not warned with any "time" in advance at all), and then, we started having banking problems because of it. I've been scrambling around trying to find solutions to this, and have not had much time to get online... So yes, The Tower definitely "hit" already. It's time for me to change many things, and I've been resisting for too long. I did start heeding the messages being sent a few months back, but I was trying to take it slowly and make the changes gradually and "safely", lol... The "good" part about all this chaos? I now have the free time I've been complaining I don't have to actually make those changes manifest, lol. So, yes, fortune smiled upon me, although I don't feel like it at the moment, lol... I have been given some opportunities to sell my craftwork, and there are some possibilities opening up in my life just because of the chaos that would not otherwise be available. Now I have the time to slow down and actually take care of my health as well... Interesting, these Astroforecasts, Janet. They've never been wrong on me yet! <img src="/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> 'llysa My response: Yeah, this blue board is a bit much on the eyes... I'm used to the subdued colors of the other board! I so much appreciate you thinking of me in your daily reverence time, 'lyssa. I know that the prayers and well wishes from those like yourself has contributed to my recovery. (Or, at the very least, my sanity! <img src="/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> ) Wow, I'm sorry to hear of the challenges you've been experiencing...but it looks like you're looling for the gift among the debris, and finding some jewels in the process! They say "be careful what you wish for", because, truly, the Universe often answers our deepest desires...and often not in the way we want or expect! This is the nature of change (which rarely comes gradually, gently or safely! LOL). But you know, the alchemical path is full of change. It must be. It's the only way for the lead to be transmuted into gold, ya know? I really feel some great things are in store for you, 'lyssa. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> I'm glad the AstroTarot Forecasts prove so accurate for you. I get blown away from the feedback on the accuracy, to tell you the truth. The Quest deck has just proven to be amazingly accurate with readings; I guess it goes to show that it's true what's often said: you don't choose the deck...the deck chooses you! Blessings to you, 'lyssa, and all the best on your craftwork! What kind of crafts will you be doing? And please, keep us posted on your journey. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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Oh, thanks Janet for reposting that... I got really lost there for a bit in this thread, and then saw you'd reposted for my benefit. I really appreciate that. You're welcome for the remembrances, it helps me too ya know... as whatever I do for others I also do for myself. Everything mirrors itself. Don't you know it, that's the very heart of it, being careful what you wish for. I'm not sure what I wished for, lol... but it is going to happen. I've had several people say they have had messages to the effect that I just need to hang in there, like you said, they feel I have some very "big" things coming up. We'll see... I kind of think this current "thing" is a "test" of some sort... to see if what I've learned so far and put into practice about Universal Law I'm actually "sticking" to, and have truly integrated it and am being honest (true to myself) in my growth. *That's* discernment. So far, so good... I haven't strayed from my personal understanding of Truth. I don't think I will either... I had another "test" today, involving more money that I "could have" had, and I let it go, because it's not completely honest in how it would come to me, so I "lost" that income as well. It involves my mother and her manipulative ways. I need to remain true to myself if I want to be worthy of the responsibilities the Universe is about to "dump" on me, whatever that may be, lol... I would go so far as to say that I choose *nothing* in life, it choses me, whatever it is, speaking of decks "choosing" their owners. <img src="/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> That's where the being careful for what I wish for thing comes in... I need to be willing to accept what my destiny is (I did *not* say fate, I don't believe in that, for clarification), and make my choices... to live in harmony with Universal will. That comes from the realization the other day about the Pagan saying "'An it harm none, do what you will"... it means I must find my will, my *purpose*, my will as it is *aligned* with my Higher Powers and the Universe, and *follow that*, be true to myself, and don't harm anyone in the process. How's that for spiritual. <img src="/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> The craftwork... is items that are used for spiritual enjoyment/enhancement. Incense burners (clay), altar curtains (macrame'), altars themselves (macrame'), faerie scenes, string art used to make symbols like pentagrams, tarot bags, sacred object bags(like amulet bags but bigger)/baskets, hanging floating candle holders (macrame'), robe belts (macrame'), and I'm also considering learning how to make earthenware for cooking in, and many other things besides, lol... Thanks for the well wishes Janet, I appreciate that as well. <img src="/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> I think I'm actually really excited about future possibilities... even though today was a very rough day for me as far a self-control goes. I worked my last day at my second part-time job on Saturday, so now next Saturday will be my first Saturday off in well over a year and a half... and I have Monday off as well for President's Day, WooHOO!! lol... 'llysa
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Wow, that is a wonderful service you're providing, 'lyssa: providing sacred tools and accessories for others. You're filling a very important niche! Do you have a website? Homestead.com provides a great service for those who don't know html; you can even register your own domain name through them. Homestead is where I built my http://JanetBoyer.com website. As far as tests...well, everything can serve as a test, really. However, I think when our "survival archetypes" are animated (Child, Saboteur, Prostitute, and Victim), that's when we really feel the tests...because our very survival (real or imagined) is on the line! Do you happen to have a copy of of the book Anatomy of the Spirit by Caroline Myss? I can't help but see all the chakra challenges you're going through right now...and triumphing over, it would seem! Passing up the chance to make money can certainly seem like a loss, especially with the Prostitute archetype. Because you refused this easy way to make money--a way that would violate your personal ethics--you didn't "sell out"...which is the challenge of the Prostitute. (The "light" side of the Prostitute is not seeling out for personal gain or comfort.) I have people trying to get me to go back to do phone readings, and I make a lot of money doing so. But it's draining...not life giving. For me, to do phone readings when I know I won't enjoy it would be "selling out". Being true to yourself, expressing yourself, learning from life's wisdom...wow! That would apper to be the 3rd, 5th, and 6th chakra. Honey, you really were have a Tower experience, because everything that can be shaken will be shaken in a Tower experience! But it looks to me that you're doing just fine, especially since you have optimism and enthusiasm about the future. "An it harm none, do what you will" I really like this saying. According to Caroline Myss, the sacred truth of the Sacral (2nd chakra) is "Honor One Another". The sacred truth of the Solar Plexus Chakra (3rd chakra) is Honor Oneself. The tricky thing is living in a balanced way to where you honor both yourself and others...or, chose not to dishonor either. What a challenge! How wonderful that you'll get our first Saturday off in a long time! You rest up, and remember that the Universe is taking care of you. Enjoy yourself, and have fun. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> (And I'll expect a report on all the nurturing/fun things you did.) LOL! Just kidding! <img src="/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />
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Well, I hope it works, filling that niche, lol... we'll see. I don't have a website yet, no, but I'm thinking about it. Not sure if that's the right thing to do yet or not... the "plan" now, as it stands, is to get enough product made to run a renfest/art fair circuit this summer, and see how it goes... I've had a lot of "good" feedback on it, like from you, so it may work. Thanks for the link, btw, I have it written down, and will check it out. <img src="/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> Oh, that makes perfect sense on the survival and chakra symbolism associated with the tests I mentioned... why didn't I think of that, lol... yes, my survival "feels" like it is being "threatened", lol, but it sure feels good to take what I've already learned to deal with the current "crises" and live to tell my story this time. <img src="/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> I do, in fact, have the Anatomy of the Spirit book, but haven't had time to read it yet, along with several other key books I've been finding and "grabbing up", lol... hopefully this new "schedule" of whole weekends off will give me the time to start delving into those books. I can so relate to what you're saying about chosing what to do for ourselves... if it feels like it is sapping our energy, then why do it??? Yeah... "not life giving" is very dangerous. That's the very thing, that balance, and it is tricky to be sure... but that's exactly what I'm saying about finding one's purpose and *following it*, taking care not to harm anyone in that process... "harm none" means, specifically, that you don't have "permission" to manipulate people, places or things just to get your "needs" met. You have to follow your purpose authentically, honestly. Besides, if you're doing that (manipulating), you are NOT living in alignment with your purpose, you are instead operating on ego, and what you *want*, rather than what you need. So, with that said, it is easy to find the balance if you are being honest with yourself. The balance isnt' the difficulty... it's the self-honesty. TO Thyne Own Self Be True... exactly. And I can already give you a "report", lol... I actually will have 3 days off my first weekend I discovered... because of President's Day, and my workplace considers that a holiday! <img src="/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> So, I will have 3 days to begin making craftwork... THAT is going to be the most nurturing thing I can think of! <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> lol... Thanks for the support Janet, it feels wonderful! <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> Fae hugs for all, 'llysa
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Wow! I've been "away" for a while - and look what's going on! :-)
Frankly, I wouldn't mind at all being judged by my "fruit" - and I get a little tired of those who don't respect "An it harm none" or, as my father used to say, "my rights end at your nose!" (With a fist stopped just short of said nose!) :-) One Wiccan I read a while back says that there's a reason that phrase is put BEFORE "do what ye will!"
Anyway, I don't have much time to write - or catch up on reading - right this instant, but wanted to say a quick hello. It's good to see the AstroTarot Forecast is up - I'll print a copy to share with hubby.
And I'll also get back to my Rituals thread. I have some new takes on that after the past week and a half. We lost our cocker spaniel (we had gotten her for my mother-in-law when she was still living alone - they moved in with us and our greyhounds - and then Mom died almost two years ago, so she became "ours"). She became ill very suddenly - or at least exhibited symptoms very suddenly. We think it may have been some form of cancer, but we'll know more in a week or two.
Anyway, now that's she's gone, our daily rituals with the dogs are all out of sync, and my male greyhound is taking this especially badly. But all that's for another thread! :-)
Thank you, Janet, for dealing with our "friend" in such a professional and gentle manner. It can be hard sometimes to maintain such cool with this type of situation.
Oh, before I go - you asked if The Circle Within wasn't a Wiccan book. Yes, it is, but, even though I'm not Wiccan, I've found a great deal of wisdom in it. Sometimes I think that some of the differences between religions just come down to semantics. One of the reasons I won't refer to myself as a Pagan, although in many ways that best describes my beliefs, is that it's such a "trigger" word for some people.
We change the meanings of words over the years, butcher expressions, etc., and sometimes that leaves us with no way to express what was the original meaning of a word or expression without having it misunderstood.
Anyway, I need to fix breakfast, wake the greyhound and give her pills and breakfast, and get my day moving so that we'll be on time for today's appointment! :-) But I'll be back soon - and we'll take a look at the Forecast over breakfast, I promise! :-)
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One quick thing - this color is driving me nuts, too! I went to my preferences, and, under Display, it says, among other things, "colors" - but when I bring up that page, there is no setting for colors?
Has anyone else taken a look at this? Maybe, Janet, you, as moderator, have some control we don't have?
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More at a later date, but I just wanted to let you know, Mary, that I have no control over these colors. You can email the webmaster with your comments and suggestions, however. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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Mary, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved pet. *big hugs* Something like this certainly does interrupt the normal patterns of our life. Thank you, Janet, for dealing with our "friend" in such a professional and gentle manner. It can be hard sometimes to maintain such cool with this type of situation. Too bad he/she didn't choose one of the options given to them; he/she would have been free to air their thoughts, as they saw fit, just on another thread. He/she chose "none of the above", however... I totally hear ya re: trigger words! I don't have anything against Wicca, mind you. It's just every book I've ever picked up about it has been about spells, magic, how to manipulate everything in sight... I'm just not into that. The way you make it sound, though, this book is full of wonderful universal wisdom. I'll have to check it out! I love learning about relevant truths from various paths. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> You take good care of yourself Mary...and tell your husband hi for me! I'll see ya here whenever you get the time and inclination. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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Hi again!
Oh Janet, I know just what you mean about so many Witchcraft and Wiccan books being just - or mainly - about spells. If that's your path, great! But it's not what attracts me to Wicca. I find myself in sync with many Wiccan beliefs, and even agree with those who talk about infusing "magic" into daily lives - by which they usually mean living aware and putting that good energy into everything they do.
But The Circle Within isn't a spellcraft book at all. In fact, she starts off by saying that there are lots of spellcraft books out there if that's what you're looking for. So, if it comes your way, I would highly recommend it, whatever beliefs you hold.
In my family, I was the least magical by birth, and the most interested in it. My sister has many traits of the natural witch, but has chosen a Christian life. That's fine, but I'd like to see her find more peace and joy in it. Lately there has been a certain amount of stress and strife in her church, and that bothers me for her sake. She is in a period - a long period - of change in her life - planning retirement, trying to decide whether she really will move to another state when she does, what kind of work she'll do after retiring, and so forth. The last thing she needs is for her church to be more a source of stress than of support.
My mother was another who could "see" sometimes, and had other traits that would have made it easy for her to embrace a Wiccan path, but she was born at the wrong time and into the wrong life. She dabbled with crystals, and meditation, and a hundred other alternate paths, but, when it came right down to it, never had the courage to follow an alternate lifestyle. Maybe if she'd stayed in NYC, but small-town New England was a bit more difficult place to be different.
As for me, I've just never been able to fully "believe" - for myself - in Spellcraft, so I take what I like about Wicca, and accept that I'll probably never be a Witch.
As far as manipulating, the best Wiccans I know are quick to remind newbies that the energy you put into the world always returns eventually, and that manipulation is the surest way to see this! :-) Many of them say that it never really works anyway, whether it comes back to bite you in the a--, or just doesn't affect what you wanted it to in the first place.
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Congratulations on your craftwork! Creativity is such a boost to the spirit! (One I need right now too.)
If I might make a suggestion, based on my own experience? Don't start out by selling from your own website unless you have one or both of two things:
A great customer base already who'd prefer to buy from you online, and/or
A really great way to "drive" customers to your web site.
I've sold online (cookie molds - new and retired "secondary market" designs) both from my own web site and from eBay, and eBay is a great way to establish a customer base. Sure, you pay fees there, and I know it's not as cheap as it once was, but the tools they offer are wonderful!
I stopped selling when my mother-in-law was sick, and am just now getting back to it, and I'm not even going to bother selling from the web site for now. I'm also not going to accept checks or money orders for the time being - just PayPal.
I got so tired of dealing with bouncing checks - even from repeat customers! - and waiting for payments to reach me. I don't have a lot of space here, so having orders backed up was a real nuisance.
There are some wonderful options available at eBay, too - BuyItNow with immediate payment required, so that you don't have an auction end early, and then have the buyer renege - or delay making payment.
Just remember to factor the fees into your prices. And HAVE FUN with it! :-)
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Yes, that's what we're here for, isn't it? :-)
I haven't seen any sign of mine being true yet this month, but that doesn't mean it won't! We've still got a while left in the month! I'm a Sag, so I'll be on the lookout for problems with authority - government or otherwise.
My husband, the Pisces, is still scratching his head over his. He's retired, so "work" didn't mean anything to him - but we all work, don't we? Life's work, volunteerism, etc. I think I'm seeing more of the truth in his reading than he is - maybe he doesn't want to?
Oh well, I have a feeling that at the end of the month, we're going to look back and both go, "Aha! Now I see it!"
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Janet, are you still doing astrology charts? David has expressed an interest, so I was thinking of that for his birthday present. I've actually gotten both our charts in the past, and started working on interpretations, but I'm still just learning, and it's slow going. I had to put it down for a while to handle some other things, and haven't gotten back to it for a couple of months. I try to pick it up occasionally and chip away at it - probably not the best way to learn, but I am a Sag, after all! :-)
Well, I'd better get going. Our daughter's stethoscope came back from the engraver yesterday, so we want to mail it out to her. She's going to need it soon for her clinical work. How sad that everyone we know recommended having her initials engraved on it so that it would be less likely to be stolen! I'd like to think that health care workers are above that kind of thing, but I gather they're not!
My best to you all - thank you for being here - and thanks for the kind words. We miss Penny terribly. She was a spaniel, and I had a really hard time getting to know her, after many years of sighthounds, but she was just such a loving sweet thing - she just wormed her way right into our hearts!
Blessings,
Mary
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Hi Mary! It really does sound like a wonderful book. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> I think of "magic" as something that's supposed to be quite normal and ordinary: co-creating your life with conscious intention. In my family, I was the least magical by birth, and the most interested in it. My sister has many traits of the natural witch, but has chosen a Christian life. Please explain! I'm fascinated by what you've said. What is a "natural witch" and what are the traits? What does it mean to be "least magical by birth"? Janet, are you still doing astrology charts? Yes! On my personal site, at http://www.JanetBoyer.com/SiteMap.html, you'll see a link for Personal Astro and Relationship Astro. Those are the links with more information about Astrology Charts. As your learning about understanding Astrology, I'd be glad to answer any questions for you if I can help. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> (Or at least refer you to a great book that addresses your questions!) Re: Sag and Pisces with February's AstroTarot Forecast. With Sag, an individual could examine how he/she "powertrips"...how they exert authority--whether that be self-authority (the way we "govern" ourselves on a myriad of levels) or how we exercise authority over others (even through manipulation, bossiness, or passive aggressive tendencies). The Emperor is very Yang; this energy "establishes" what the Magician has brought into being through bridging heaven and Earth...and playing with the elements. The Emperor is also about protection, and the excution of new projects. Think of your relation to power, as well. (Authority and power go hand in hand.) For Pisces, (3 of Stones, reversed) "work" can mean vocation, volunteerism, etc. If one is retired, this card could signify needing to challenge oneself with a meaningful outlet...the practical application of "good works", taking personal risks, expanding one's horizons, etc. Your husband may have a dream or goal that he's been thinking about, but is not willing to get a "backbone" to bring it forth...perhaps thinking its "silly" or a "waste of time" or just not wanting to take the physical, practical steps to bring it about. I hope this gives you both additional food for thought! Re: the stethoscope. Honey, the title or profession of a person (even if they're "ministers"), does not denote strong character or ethical standards! <img src="/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> You mention that Penny was a sighthound. Does this mean she helped someone to "see"? (I'm not familiar with the term.)
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Let's see if I can explain this - with apologies to my Wiccan friends!
A "natural" witch is one that is born with his/her abilities more "on the surface" than most - natural psychic abilities, for example. Most wiccans believe that we can all learn to use psychic powers, but that for some it comes without work. My mother had "connections" to certain people in her life, and would know when they were in need. Or she would pick up a phone to call one of them, as the phone rang - and it would be that person. That kind of thing.
Some natural witches have a weird thing with electricity - lightbulbs may blow when they walk by or electrical appliances act strangely when they're around. Some find they can't wear wristwatches because the watch will stop and start abruptly, even run backwards.
They may be great gardeners, or more in tune with animals, etc. It just seems that their connection with nature is a little different than other people's.
I've always wished that these things came more easily to me. My sister, to whom much of this comes easily, would be horrified if I said that I thought it made her a witch! :-) But, to me, that's not a bad thing! Oh well.
I think David would be pleased with the Astrology Chart. I'll get the necessary info together, and order the charts when I can - just wanted to be sure that it wouldn't put too much strain on your back! It's not a rush thing, for sure - and you need to take care of yourself!
Thanks for the additional insight on the AstroTarot Forecasts. That's how I was seeing it - especially his Pisces - but better that it come from you than me, if you know what I mean!
And I'm definitely with you on the comment re: the stethoscope. I just find it sad, but, then, I don't think there's a profession where I wouldn't find lack of character and unethical standards sad. As my Dad always said, "If you want to be a ditch digger, that's honorable - just be the best ditch digger you can be!"
Penny was the cocker spaniel - our other dogs are greyhounds and those are the sighthounds. It's a term that encompasses all of the breeds that are bred to hunt by sight, rather than scent - greyhound, borzoi, saluki, whippet, Irish Wolfhound, Scottish Deerhound, etc. They tend to be FAST dogs, and more often focus on what's happening in the distance than on what's under their noses.
Now a cocker spaniel is a whole different animal - she would focus so much on what was under her nose that she often missed what was 2 feet away! :-) She was a honey, though.
One of the hardest things for me to get used to when she joined our household was the fact that being a bird dog was totally part of her essence. Greyhounds can stand around and watch a flock of pigeons, and really not care at all - unless they're feeling playful, in which case they might try to convince the pigeons to play with them! Penny would see a pigeon in the back yard and go ballistic!
The funniest story had to do with the morning I woke to find 16 turkeys in the back yard - 2 females with their half-grown youngsters. Penny went for several days, never seeing the turkeys, but she'd smell them when she went out - and she wanted one!
The greyhounds happened to go into the yard with me one time (on leashes, luckily) when the turkeys were there, and the older arthritic female wanted to check them out (she was hobbling down a hill after them), while the young, healthy (and large) male wanted to hide behind me!
Well, as I say, this went on for days. Sometimes the greyhounds would see the birds, but they'd always be gone by the time Penny got out there, and she REALLY wanted one of those birds - the smell was driving her nuts! One day, I was in the middle of paperwork, and she asked to go out, so I tied her outside the back door, right next to the window I was sitting by. Next thing I hear is this frightened "woof?" from outside - not her usual bark at all. Over the hill, coming toward her, marched 16 turkeys - and those suckers are BIG! She was terrified! I went out, scolded the turkeys, and brought her inside.
She never asked to go see the turkeys again! (And they left a day or two later, after cleaning up all the excess seed in the yard!)
Can you tell I miss the little rugrat? :-(
Well, goodnight all!
And, Janet, it's so nice to have you back! :-)
Mary
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Bless your heart, Mary. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> It's good to be back...and be pain free! I'll have to get to your post another time. I've been playing catch-up (boy, what happens when you go offline for a few days! LOL), and me and my 2 guys all have a nasty chest cold. Ugh. I'm going to rest up, and respond to your post at a later time, if that's OK with you. (I know you totally understand.) All, Here's the March 2005 AstroTarot Forecast
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A "natural" witch is one that is born with his/her abilities more "on the surface" than most - natural psychic abilities, for example. Ack! I guess I'd be considered a natural witch, then. <img src="/images/graemlins/ooo.gif" alt="" /> Perhaps this is equivalent with the Bible's "gift of prophecy"? Anyone can learn to use their intuitive gifts, but some of us have just been connected to the unseen world from a very young age...? The connection with nature and animals sound a lot like the Nature Child archetype. I think David would be pleased with the Astrology Chart. I'll get the necessary info together, and order the charts when I can - just wanted to be sure that it wouldn't put too much strain on your back! It's not a rush thing, for sure - and you need to take care of yourself! I'm pleased to report that my back is 100% back to normal...and pain free! No trouble at all. Take your time...just email me if/when you'd like a chart. Thanks for the additional insight on the AstroTarot Forecasts. That's how I was seeing it - especially his Pisces - but better that it come from you than me, if you know what I mean! Why do individuals need outside sources to confirm what they're loved ones tell them? LOL! We all do it...us silly humans! I just find it sad, but, then, I don't think there's a profession where I wouldn't find lack of character and unethical standards sad. Lack of character and ethics irk me to no end... It's a term that encompasses all of the breeds that are bred to hunt by sight, rather than scent - greyhound, borzoi, saluki, whippet, Irish Wolfhound, Scottish Deerhound, etc. Ah! OK! I used to watch the Westminster Dog Show every year on TV. I loved seeing the Borzoi and Salukis! Gorgeous dogs...as well as Greyhounds. We considered getting a Greyhound once, but they really need room to run... Can you tell I miss the little rugrat? Awww. <img src="/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" /> What a cute story, though. Remember that your rugrat isn't really "gone", and that the love is still there. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> You hang in there. Loss sure isn't easy, is it? *hugs*
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