Writing or creativity of any kind is a mysterious process, a journey into deep and unchartered waters. What you need is a compass… the Tarot.
Recently, I set a writing goal to finish a proposal for a nonfiction book. For those of you who have never done a book proposal, it is something like writing a Master’s Thesis–lots of work, lots of writing. On Monday of that week, I set the goal to finish the
MONDAY’S TAROT MESSAGE FROM THE MUSE, 8/22/2016 Theme, The Star. This Major Arcana card is all about shining your light because when you are the star in your creative work, you not only serve yourself but others. When you succeed in your creativity, you show others what is possible. It
Friends Netta and Brian moved to our village of Rensselaerville this past May. Shortly after moving, Netta planted a large pot of geraniums and set it on the steps of the entrance to the house. The pot was riotous with blooms just before friends from Philly were due to arrive
MONDAY’S TAROT MESSAGE FROM THE MUSE, 8/15/16 Theme, Knight of Swords. Swords is the element of Air in the realm of mind, thoughts, attitudes, beliefs and communication. Note the communication. Knight is the one of the royal court who has the training, the resources, the strength, to go out and
What dynamite we handle when we lift a mirror or bend towards one! Elizabeth Coatsworth, Personal Geography Whenever I read tarot for new clients, I tell them that the reading is a mirror, providing perspective and clarity on the direction and challenges of their concerns. We know that the future
MONDAY’S TAROT MESSAGE FROM THE MUSE, 8/8/2016 Theme, 3 of Cups. Cups is the element of Water in the realm of heart, emotions, dreams, intuition and creativity. Three is a dynamic number that speaks of trinity, especially the Goddess, the ultimate creative source. This week, be aware of your own
Three weeks on the road—or in the air. And now I am home. Home, where I sleep in my own bed, eat the food I’ve prepared, and greet the daylilies still blooming in the yard. I can enjoy the view from the chaise in our bedroom while I write and
Art is not a luxury but a necessity ~ Rebecca West ~ As creative beings we yearn to create — write, doodle, paint, color, knit, (fill in your fave art-y activity here), but it’s difficult to make the time. Creating for the fun of it is often on the bottom
Joy is the holy fire that keeps our purpose warm and our intelligence aglow. Helen Keller In this week’s Tarot Message from the Muse, the Focus card for the week is the 3 of Cups. The Focus card asks a question. In this instance, the questions are, are you experiencing
MONDAY TAROT MESSAGE FROM THE MUSE, 6/27/2016 Theme, Faith. This Major Arcana Card is also known as the Heirophant, the one who teaches or causes people to see a vision with the power given from a tradition–like an art or craft. Obviously, the four major religions of the world arise
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