The Tarot Room – Georgianna

The Moon moves into Pisces today and stays there until Tuesday.

Described in Tarot cards, this transit would be like the High Priestess is dressed as the Moon. She’s lost her material body and has disappeared into the celestial body that usually rests at her feet.

The Moon in Pisces, or High Priestess dressed as the Moon, is a time of increased perception, ill-defined understanding and what might be described as night vision.

During this time you could find your dreams feel more real than your daylight hours and what’s not said is louder than what is.

Fears might grow like a boogieman under the bed, but if you just take a peek, they’re as likely to be dust bunnies as demons or ghosts.

Be still, aware and fearless. It might be dark outside, but if there was ever a time you can navigate the unknown, this is it. Listen, breathe, flow.

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Sunday November 10, 2024
9 of Disks

You’ve worked hard for your keep, with discipline and perseverance.  Physically, some important goals are finally being achieved. 

You’re moving towards a place where you feel more at ease, towards a practical stability.   The fruits of your labour can now be recognized and finally enjoyed.

Take some time today to quietly congratulate yourself. You’ve worked hard and deserve what you’ve received.  Though the road hasn’t always been easy, developing patience and inner strength will have proved well worth it.

It’s not part of Georgie’s Magic Card Collection, but it is part of my Magic Book Library, and it is Tarot themed … The Lost Tarot by Sarah Henstra, published in 2024 by Doubleday Canada.

5 Points About This Book

1. Genre: The Lost Tarot is a novel, fiction, not a how-to guide on how to read Tarot (but it’s good anyway!)
2. Chapter Titles – Tarot anchors the book with chapters running from the Fool through the World, finally ending with the Fool again.
3. Themes: Not only does the story of The Lost Tarot swirl around Tarot themes, it also features a couple of my other obsessions – cults and art. Not to mention, two of the main characters are from the University of Toronto … my own alma mater. If you were putting together a novel that I might be interested in – this one is almost too on point …I love it
4. Story: Tells the story of a search for a surrealist Tarot deck thought to be either a fake, or mostly burnt up in a terrible fire. It’s a fabulous tale taking us from Toronto to England to Wales, and across time from 1938 to today… through cults, galleries, psychedelic trips, and university politics. The Lost Tarot explores the idea of what it means to be a Seer.
5. Tarot: Not much actual Tarot reading in the story (I think there was a three card spread in the Devil chapter), but some of the cards being searched for are described. Wow, I’d love to have a copy of the Ringold Tarot (the name of the deck in the book). I wish they’d made one as a companion piece… sounds gorgeous, if not a little disturbing.

All in all, I think Tarot enthusiasts (and non-enthusiasts alike) will really enjoy The Lost Tarot. Plenty of unexpected twists and some absolutely beautiful imagery. And of course, underneath and above it all, the inspiring magic of Tarot.

Saturday, November 9, 2024
4 of Wands

Gather and celebrate! It’s a day to enjoy what you’ve been working on.  The project might not yet be finished, but at least you’re on your way. Well done!  You have reason to smile.

Follow your passion and create from the heart. It doesn’t matter if you don’t know how it will all turn out, just keep at it. The hard work’s been paying off, and you can take a moment to enjoy before heading on to the next step.

But don’t forget, you probably aren’t doing all the work yourself.  Share the glory or you’ll be hearing about it later.

I tried ChatGPT again today … this time to see if it could come up with some clever Tarot jokes.

My Prompt: As a Tarot expert and master comedian, tell three Tarot jokes …

Answer: Here are three tarot-themed jokes for a tarot expert with a flair for comedy:

1. Why did the Fool bring a ladder to the tarot reading?
   Because he heard he might be pulling the Tower card and wanted to get a head start!
2. What’s the Hermit’s favorite kind of music?
   Soul searching tunes!
3. Why did the Magician break up with the High Priestess?
   She had too many secrets, and he just couldn’t make them disappear!

Hmmmm …

So I tried again.

My New Prompt: Tell me three good tarot-themed jokes as told by a popular comedian tarot expert

Answer: Here are three tarot-themed jokes, delivered in the style of a witty tarot expert with a comedian’s flair:

1. “I went to a tarot reader the other day, and she pulled the Death card…I freaked out! She said, ‘Relax, it’s just transformation.’ I said, ‘Cool, cool. So my bank account is transforming into something bigger, right?’ She pulled another card… ‘Five of Pentacles.’ Guess not.”
2. “People say tarot readers can see the future, but let me tell you: I once predicted I’d go on a juice cleanse for a month… Then I pulled the ‘The Devil’ card… And bam! Two hours later, I was knee-deep in pizza rolls!”
3. “When I first got into tarot, I thought I’d always pull the ‘Sun’ card – you know, success, joy, abundance. But after a few readings, I realized my spirit guide’s just trolling me with the ‘Tower’ card. Every. Single. Time. Now I’m like, ‘Can I at least get some popcorn before the chaos?’”

Hmmmm. Probably funnier than my jokes would be, but still … I don’t know.

The experiments will continue. Stay tuned.

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Picture Prompt – Make me a picture of Georgianna’s The Tarot Room Toronto Hosting a Comedy Hour …

Friday, November 8, 2024
6 of Cups

It’s a wonderful day to say thank you – to your family, friends, and even your enemies.

Nostalgia and happy memories might fill your head and it’s worth remembering all the love there is around you.  Take pleasure in acknowledging it and grateful to extend it further.

Giving and receiving are two sides of the same joy.  Take pleasure in both and don’t be shy to tell people how much they mean to you.   You’ll probably be surprised by how much they love you back.

With close relationships, this is an especially important time to remember the history and strength of your time together. It’s these ties that have helped you through your most serious moments – both good and bad.

Don’t take them lightly, close friends really are special, and not as common as you might think.

The Moon moves into Aquarius today and stays there until Sunday.

Described in Tarot cards, this transit would be like the High Priestess is dressed as the Star. In other words, her robes are gone and she’s naked as the bird in the tree behind her.

The Moon in Aquarius, or High Priestess in the Star’s clothing, can sometimes be emotionally stressful. Hope may be in the air, but it’s a cautious hope.

Emotionally you feel like sharing, bubbling over with dreams for the future. But your mind keeps getting in the way, reminding you that dreams can sometimes be nightmares.

Try not to spend what could be a nice time double guessing yourself or listing off all the reasons things could go wrong. They might. But they probably won’t.

Be real, but not a wet blanket. Rather than smothering your dreams, direct them with intelligence.

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Thursday, November 7, 2024
#6 – The Lovers

Are there choices to be made?  Decisions you’ve put off for another time?  Well this is the time.  The Lovers card asks us to finally make up our minds – either commit or get out now.

On a personal level, the Lovers reminds us to balance the opposites within ourselves.  Are your ying and yang in sync?  Does your conscious experience compliment your unconscious dream state or do they seem at war?  Are you living a life that satisfies your soul?

Heavy questions, but this is a great day to think about them.  In fact, you might find it difficult not to.

This is a serious commitment you’re thinking about.  To help you make up your mind, ask yourself which direction brings you closer to your soul’s call. You probably already know the answer.

Looks like I’ll be reading at Sweaty Betty’s every Thursday for a while …

Tarot Thursday’s will continue on through the end of 2024 … and likely beyond.

If you’re in Toronto, come on down to Ossington Avenue for good drinks, good times, and maybe a Tarot reading too!

And guess what … I’ll be bringing my Dog Tarot with me. Sweaty Betty’s is a dog friendly bar, so bring along your pooch for a reading and a beer (dog beer that is).

Tarot Thursdays – Sweaty Betty’s
13 Ossington Avenue – Toronto
6:30 – 10:00 pm

Wednesday, November 6, 2024
#10 – Wheel of Fortune

It’s a fantastic day to get going on whatever project (especially a new one) you’ve been thinking about.  Opportunities abound for you to finally move forward with your plan.

Don’t be afraid if you think you can’t do it?  You’ve been spending plenty of time thinking about it.  Look close, you’ll see you have all you need to make it work.

The only thing that will slow you down is doing things the same old way.  Start fresh now.  You’re ready to go.