February 13th, 2011 § § permalink
2 of Wands
Sunday, February 13, 2011
2 of Wands
This is a day for looking forward. You’ve got some time and you’re in a good position to look around and see what you want to do next. The world is literally in your hands and it’s up to you to decide the next move.
What is it that makes you feel most in control of your domain? What is it that makes you feel you’re really doing what you’re supposed to be doing?
Don’t rush this – it takes some serious consideration. Use this time to start getting a grip on your destiny. You’re in charge of this one. Don’t be afraid to take control. Your option is to let someone else.
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February 12th, 2011 § § permalink
The Fox Tarot
Tonight on Beyond Worlds, Donnaleigh de LaRose and I will be chatting with Beth Seilonen.
Hailing from Maine, USA, Seilonen is a Tarot deck-making phenomenon. Her limited edition custom decks are absolutely adorable. And she can’t stop making them.
On tonight’s show Beth will share some of her deck-making secrets and teach us how we can make our own. And she’ll be talking about her other work as well, from stained glass to suncatchers.
Visit us live in the chatroom or call in (646) 200-0765.
Beyond Worlds with Beth Seilonen (live or in archive)
Sunday, February 12, 2011
7:00 pm EST (4:00 pm PST)
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February 12th, 2011 § § permalink
Six of Disks
Saturday, February 12, 2011
6 of Disks
The reckoning’s done and it’s finally time to dole out the rewards. Have you done your fair share? Are you ready to accept what’s due?
Success is coming to those who have done what they can to manifest their goals. It may seem like manna from heaven but look again – it’s more likely compensation for a job well done.
And don’t forget to thank those who have been helping you. We’re never alone in either our successes or our failures.
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February 11th, 2011 § § permalink
Romania
Just yesterday I wrote about fortune-tellers under pressure in Malawi. Today it’s Romania that’s back in the news . . .
On January 1st the Romanian Parliament declared fortune-telling a legal profession.
It seemed like good news at the time. At least for those witches who didn’t mind paying taxes.
A few people though, didn’t like the new proposal. In fact, they threatened to curse the legislators who were going to pass it.
The law went through anyway. In retaliation, some witches dumped poison mandrake into the Danube in an attempt to hex the government.
But magic can be a tricky business. It can come back at you if you’re not careful. Maybe that’s what’s happening in this case.
Not only are Romanian witches now expected to be licensed and pay taxes, but politicians are debating a draft bill which would also require them to be judged on their predictive accuracy.
What’s more, they might be fined or even jailed if their readings are wrong.
The new bill would also require receipts to be provided to all customers, and fortune-telling would not be permitted near churches or schools.
Opponents of the proposal say it’s a ruse to deflect public attention from Romania’s many problems.
“The government doesn’t have real solutions, so it invents problems,” political commentator, Stelian Tanase told the AP.
The bill passed in the Senate last week, but still has to be approved by a financial and labor committee, as well as by the Chamber of Deputies.
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February 11th, 2011 § § permalink
Prince of Wands
Friday, February 11, 2011
Prince of Wands
Charge forward with strength and vitality. This is a day of power, passion and growing energy. Your plan is in place and now’s the time to take it to the next step. Use your internal fire to take you where you’re tying to go.
You don’t need to wait till everything’s perfect to start moving. In fact, more often than not, things don’t start falling where they should until you start shifting them up and get some excitement going. Take a chance that you know what you’re doing and act on it. Believe in yourself and don’t be shy.
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February 10th, 2011 § § permalink
Fortune-telling and farting could soon be illegal in Malawi.
New laws proposed by Malawian President Bingu wa Matharika’s administration would outlaw fortune-telling and passing gas.
Also up for new sanctions would be challenging someone to a duel, writing or speaking in a way aimed at hurting someone’s religious feelings, or fouling water.
The administration claims Malawi needs the new laws in order to protect women’s modesty and mold responsible and disciplined citizens.
Opposition leader John Tembo opposed the proposed laws. He feels they’d be bad for democracy and create a kangaroo court.
I tend to agree.
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February 10th, 2011 § § permalink
10 of Disks
Thursday, February 10, 2011
10 of Disks
You may have more physical prosperity than you thought. Look around and see the support that’s there.
It’s likely that the money or physical support or whatever it is you need is at hand and that those who said they were behind you really are.
Trust your family and loved ones, they really do have your back and were never going to let you fall.
Open yourself to abundance and you might be surprised at how much is there for you.
And when you prosper, don’t forget to be generous. No one ever does it all on their own (even when we think we do). We all need each other, and it’s through sharing that we discover our true wealth.
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February 9th, 2011 § § permalink
Allstate Insurance thought they were being funny, but the joke didn’t go over so well.
Apparently, people don’t like their astrological signs being used against them. Especially when they’re not even their signs.
Last week the insurance company issued a press release listing accident rates based on the ‘new astrology’ we’ve been hearing so much about.
According to their list, Virgos and Leos are the most accident prone, while Scorpios and the new Ophiuchuses are the safest drivers.
This new astrology, however, is completely bogus. As was Allstate’s suggestion that they might be using it to determine your insurance rates.
People were upset anyway. Virgos and Leos especially, I’m guessing.
The company issued another press release retracting the first one. In fact, according to CNN, the first one has completely disappeared from their site.
The newest release makes things clear,
“Astrological signs have absolutely no role in how we base coverage and set rates. Rating by astrology would not be actuarially sound. We realize that our hard working customers view their insurance expense very seriously. So do we. We deeply apologize for any confusion this may have caused.”
It’s good to hear the insurance giant isn’t using the bogus new astrology to determine rates. But they might want to look again at astrology in its tried and true form.
Actuarially, they might find it quite useful.
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February 9th, 2011 § § permalink
King of Disks
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
King of Disks
Physically things will likely be pretty good today. You’re probably feeling strong and have enough of everything that you really need. You might even have more than enough and can give some away. If you do, take advantage of this period to be generous. You’ve done wonderfully in building your world, see if you can help someone else do the same.
Prosperity and stability are highlighted. Enjoy the fruits of your labour. It’s been your steady steps and sometimes less than exciting work that has brought you to where you are. Congratulations, this is what the work was for.
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February 8th, 2011 § § permalink
Egypt has been the big news these last few weeks so I thought I’d pull a few cards about the situation.
This is not meant to be a predictive reading, but rather a brief exploration of some of the key themes.
Though Egypt is dealing with these issues right now, they’re not alone. Every nation faces them at one time or another.
•What is legitimate government?
•What is legitimate protest?
•What is revolution?
•What is democracy?
Using the Rider Waite Smith deck I started with the first question, ‘What is legitimate government?’ I got the 5 of Swords.
5 of Swords
It’s pretty straight-forward according to my deck. Legitimacy in government is determined by who controls the arms.
I’m reminded of what my first year political science professor taught us in the very first class. Politics is about the control of power. If you defeat the other side, you’re in charge.
King of Pentacles
I pulled the King of Pentacles when I asked, ‘What is legitimate protest?’
This is a serious king not prone to wild histrionics or extremism. At his best, he’s concerned with stability, material prosperity and the general well being of his subjects.
I think this king is telling us that when a leader no longer provides access to these fundamentals, there is a legitimate right for his or her people to protest.
#17 The Star
When I asked ‘What is revolution?’ I got #17, the Star.
Revolution is eternal hope and optimism. Anything is possible. There’s reason to dream, to have faith that it can be better than it is today.
This is a major card and suggests a certain inevitability. Revolution is something that once begun is determined to finish.
The Star card is preceded by the Devil and Tower and followed by the Moon, Sun and Judgment. Revolution takes place after tyranny and collapse, but comes before disillusion, revelation and ascension.
4 of Pentacles
The final question was, ‘What is democracy?’ The card I got was the 4 of Pentacles.
In the Thoth deck, the key word for this card is ‘power’. Like a functioning democracy, it’s a receptive power, defensive and protected, but accessible.
Looking at the RWS version of the card it seems that the king is protecting his wealth, and that the city is literally behind him.
Democracy is the stewardship of a community’s wealth, with the support of its citizenry.
Interesting cards. Interesting times.
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