Daily Draw 13

Tarot Card Drawn:

Queen Of Swords

Now this is traditionally my significator, being a Gemini and just a teensy bit argumentative! So I find this interesting. The Queen of Swords is quite witty, and gifted with a clear logic - although on the negative side, she can be a little too good at presenting both points of view, which can lead to a tendency to argue simply for the sake of it. As a Daily card, I think she signifies sharpness, observation, and quick-wittedness. Her message, I think, is to keep my wits about me today, and to give as good as I get. There is no room for drawing lazy conclusions, and no progress can be made unless things are approached with a clear and focused mind.

Zigeuner WahrsageKarten Drawn:

Thought/Message

What an interesting combination. I see this in two ways, each as likely as the other:

One - On one level, I think this combination is another way of saying 'as above, so below', and promotes a message of positive thinking and visualisation. When I saw these two cards, I thought immediately of these things, of being careful what message you send out into the universe, and to be mindful that the universe does not interpret negative expectations as wishful thinking.

Two - On the second level, I think the cards suggest that whatever answers I seek today, they are already inside me, waiting to come out. They represent, perhaps, a situation where much consideration is needed, and a train of thought which is more helpful and relevant than it initially seems.

Daily Draw 12

After a brief hiatus -  more about that here - it is great to be back, with everything present and correct!

Tarot Card Drawn:

Justice (Reversed)

Prejudice, bias, short-sightedness and misconceptions spring to mind whenever I see a reversed Justice card. It is quite meaningful that on a Tarot card, Justice does not wear a blindfold - this is said to represent the wisdom and perception needed if true justice is to be served. The card is a reminder to be sure we have our facts straight, and to not let assumptions cloud our judgement. Perhaps a situation is not all that it seems. The card can also suggest injustice, and betrayal - all things in ife which seem unfair. Today it is important to see things clearly, and draw an independent conclusion.

Zigeuner WahrsageKarten Drawn:

Merriment/Misfortune

A mixed bag from the ZWK cards today! On the one hand, there is cause for joy and celebration - yet on the other, we have a strong indication of bad luck. This could be a warning not to take such joys for granted, but could also suggest that in the face of today's troubles or obstacles, the best reaction is to laugh - to stay positive no matter what happens. The combination suggests that both great joy and great sadness are fleeting, and that it is unwise to become carried away with either one.

Daily Draw 11

Alas, my Ten of Wands has gone walkies!

Until I find it - or it finds me, as the cards seem to have a mind of their own sometimes! - I want to concentrate on the ZWG cards, and The Answer Deck.

Zigeuner WahrsageKarten:

 Letter/Fidelity

Ooh, how lovely!

So far, the main difference between Letter and Message seems to be subtlety. With the Message card, I have come to expect overtones, and signs - the Letter card seems to refer to more direct messages, usually from others. Although the card can, and has, referred to actual letters and emails, it has also turned up in spreads as a reference to contracts, texts, even conversations.

Fidelity is a gorgeous card, promising faithfulness, and dependability. Together, the cards suggest a display of loyalty - either someone professing their fidelity, or a need for the querent to do so. It is a good day for making it clear whose side you are on, for letting the ones you love know that you will always be there. Look for a show of support, and solidarity.

Answer Deck Cards Drawn:

Bad News/Change/Inspiration

This combination may seem grim on the surface, but I think there is a hopeful message here overall. Bad News indicates, of course, setbacks, disappointments and...well...bad news! Change suggests that this will come in the form of unpleasant developments, and things not going to plan - things changing when we would rather they continue as they are.

However, the real interesting card here is Inspiration.

Clearly, all is not lost today. It is important not to give up, and not to let setbacks get in the way of progress. The word that keeps occurring to me is adaptability. There is a way to turn a crisis into an opportunity. You just have to look at it the right way.

Daily Draw 10

Tarot Card Drawn:

Queen of Cups

Patience, understanding, empathy and compassion are the focus today. The Queen of Cups reminds us to tune in to the subtle emotional undercurrents around us, and to show true compassion to others. Today is a day for helping those in need, and using our intuition to pick up on what is really going on. Extra patience must be used hen dealing with others today - there may be more to their situation than meets the eye. It is important to listen to what others are saying, or perhaps what they are not saying. Read between the lines, and try to understand how someone else feels before making any kind of judgement.

Zigeuner WahrsageKarten Drawn:

Message/Death

 A very interesting ZWK combination for us today. Rather than taking the cards literally, I would look for a sign today that a situation really is over. It is a combination which foretells rejection, and denials. An invitation turned down, or an idea rejected. The news may not be good, but with Death, we at least get a sense of closure, and are no longer left to wonder what might have been. Today, then, is a day for changing our approach. If a first attempt fails, try to find a creative solution. Try to think about the problem a little differently. If you aren't getting through to someone, try a different message.

Daily Draw 9

Tarot Card Drawn:

The Hermit

It would seem that today, grave errors can be avoided by not following popular opinion. This certainly suggests a situation in which the minority are right, not the majority. It warns that while others may be well meaning, sometimes the only person who truly understands your situation is you. Sometimes, a situation can be clouded by the differing opinions of everyone involved. Minimise the input of others. Today is a day for following your own path, and seeking your own inner wisdom. Trust yourself.

Due to a technical hitch, the Zigeuner WahrsagKarten will be back tomorrow, so instead, let's call upon the Answer Deck:

Clarity/Abundance/The Fool

I think today's message is quite a clear one. In an eerie way, it backs up the Hermit's message of self reliance. Clarity/Abundance offers a chance to see a situation or problem clearer than ever before. There is a sense of heightened awareness, and a chance to see things as they really are. The Fool, however, warns us that others may not share our vision, that the truth discovered today may be so well hidden that others simply will not see it. The Fool also suggests that to find this truth, we must 'go against the grain', and that this may even entail deliberately setting about things in the opposite ay to others. It may look for all the world like you have things backwards - today, the rest of the world is wrong.

Daily Draw 8

With the weekend here, let's see what the next few days have in store!

Tarot Card Drawn:

8 of Cups

This card has always signified - to me, at least - the rejection of instant gratification in favour of something more permanent, and meaningful. In this way, it may be seen as a warning against quick fixes, or a need to not buy into your own hype. While we all enjoy, and times deserve, recognition for the things that we do, we must never allow our achievements to overshadow us. Fame is fleeting. Celebration is fine, but it is easy to become so focused on one achievement that we cease to move forward, forever trapped in some perfect moment of the past. It's all about searching for something more.

I could not help but think of Yoda from Star Wars when I drew this card: "Adventure...Excitement... A Jedi craves not these things"

Zigeuner WahrsageKarten Drawn:

Unexpected Joy/Loss

Talk about a mixed message!

Clearly, there are pleasant surprises in store this weekend. However, the presence of Loss makes me wonder...is it a case of fleeting happiness? Is this source of joy something which will leave as quickly as it arrives? Perhaps it is more complicated than that. It could be that the cards warn that by getting caught up in this happy surprise, it is likely I will miss something important, an opportunity perhaps.

We will certainly see. Have a great weekend!

Daily Draw 7

Tarot Card Drawn:

Six of Swords (reversed)

Reversed, I have always found this card to be quite a tricky one. At the very least, it can indicate thwarted travel plans, delays and unexpected setbacks. However, it does have a darker side, and recent events lead me to believe that it is this interpretation which I should be focusing on. For the reversed Six of Swords often carries with it a warning not to bury one's head in the sand. In my experience, it usually indicates that problems are not being dealt with, and that such matters will fester, rather than simply go away. It is a card which asks what I am avoiding in life, and speaks of trauma which is not dealt with, and hurt which has not been healed. Often, it indicates a need to face problems head on, and not shy away from them, however painful that may be.

All I can say is  that I know exactly where this card is coming from.

Zigeuner WahrsageKarten Drawn:

Letter/Officer

An official letter or document seems to be the focus of today's card combination, which makes a lot of sense - I received some medical test results today, shortly after drawing the two cards.

Of course, this is not the only possible interpretation. The card combination could just as easily be a fine, a legal document, an offer of work or indeed any message received from someone in an official capacity. It may also refer to the 'official story', the revealing of indisputable truths, and reliable accounts. Read simply, it may be taken as a warning not to accept things at face value today, but rather to find your own truth, and not jump to any conclusions until you are sure you have all the facts.