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Deck- Whispers of Love Oracle by Angela Hartfield/ Artwork by *Josephine Wall
Question- How can we foster love today?

Left Card- Love for Self- Ask for Help
What is ti you really need help with? Be willing to allow yourself the support you need.

My thoughts: I think that a lot of us have trouble asking for help. It could be a pride thing? It could be that we feel that we are more than capable of handling the task at hand ourselves. We also don’t want to bother anyone or make them feel obligated in any way. There’s no shame though in recognizing that sometime we need help to get the job done. So ask. Don’t be a martyr.

Middle Card- Love for Others- Rest and Relaxation Is Essential
W all have a fundamental need to take breaks

My thoughts: When I first looked at this card, I wondered what this had to do with others? Then, it dawned on me. We can be of no help to others if our energy is depleted. We must take care of ourselves first before we can take care/ give care/ send care to others. So, take that much needed break for rest and relaxation to re-charge your energy. Then, and only then, can we be there fully for others.

Right Card- Love for the Universe- You Are Limitless
Recognize this truth. You can do anything you choose to do.

My thoughts: At times, we might find ourselves thinking that we are just a speck of light in the whole of the Universe but don’t cut yourself short. You are amazing just as you are. You have the power within you to shine your individual light for the rest of humanity. The light starts inward and shines outward. It is a powerful and beautiful force. Don’t limit yourself with thoughts like I’m just not capable or talented enough. You are. Do everything that your inspired to do and put it out there without limitations and expectations. We are doing what your are intended to do. Sharing you light with others and it’s a magical and lovely thing.

* I have a few decks with Josephine Wall’s artwork on them. I love her work. It moves me.

Have a great day everyone. Whoever opens and reads this, these messages are for you as well. I love you.

Opening the Heart Chakra through the 5 Senses

May my heart be open to love today.
May everything I see be through the eyes of love.
May everything I smell be an aroma and elixir of love.
May everything I hear be heard with loving ears that are open to listen and not to judge.
May everything I taste be tasted with loving appreciation and gratitude.
May everything I touch be touched with loving hands.

May my heart be open to love- to give love and to receive love.
This is my intention today.

I invite you to join me in making this a day of love. ❤

Deck- Mystical Wisdom Oracle by Gaye Guthrie

Question- What will present to us this week and/ or what issues do we need to work on?

Beginning of the Week- Children
Know that your children are protected

All parents first and foremost responsibility is to keep their children safe from harm. The angels want to assure you that all is well. Your children in heaven and on Earth are loved and protected by God and the angels. Your children function at their best when they are loved, cherished and feel secure in their own home and environment.

Mantra- My children are happy and safe.

Middle of the Week- Friendship
Nurture your relationships

The value of friendship is being expressed by mutual understanding, compassion, and the ability to comfort each other for emotional support. Friends enjoy each other and trust in each other. You may find at this time, you are being asked to assist a friend or will be making new friends. To be the best friend ever, give some thought on how you can enhance your relationships Friendship is graciously given and lovingly received.

Mantra- I love and appreciate my friends.

End of the Week- Animal Bound
Stand up for all animals

You have a special relationship with all animals. The world needs you to stand up and have a voice for all animals on this planet. Help protect wildlife and rescue animals if you can. Give a donation or get involved online. Volunteering to animal shelters would be rewarding. This may be just the time for you a cat or a dog from a shelter and give it a loving home.

Mantra- I share my love with animals and the world.

Notes from Me: My two older sons are adults and independent. They are forging their way in this world and are quite capable of handling their selves. Still, I worry about their safety. This tells me that they are protected and I breathe a sigh of relief. I can let go of the worry. I may not have a lot of friends but the friends that I do have I value and appreciate. I will lend a hand, a comforting ear and comfort when they need it. They do the same in kind. I have grown to have a great love for animals. I look to them for guidance. In kind, I take good care of any animals that crosses my path. It calls to my mind yesterday when I was driving to the store. A baby squirrel darted across the road and I stopped until he crossed it. This is just a small example of how you can care for animals and take care of them.

Whoever opens this post and reads it, the messages are for you as well.

Deck- Moonology Oracle by Yasmin Boland
Full Moon Spread

Left Card- What is falling away and what do we need to forgive?

Full Moon in Taurus
Your dreams need a practical plan

Middle Card- What is the illuminated Full Moon showing me?
Full Moon in Gemini
The answers you need are coming.

Right Card- What Comes next?
What do you need to release?

Notes from me: The time for practicality is over. The answers you seek are coming to you. Time to release old ways of doing things and use your intuition and creativity to find your answers and reach for the stars. Nothing is too simple nor too complex. Go with it.

Today’s Angel Message from Kyle Gray really resonated with me so I’d thought that I would share.

Card from the Keepers of the Light Oracle by Kyle Gray
Mary Magdalene
Teacher Awakens
You have something important to share. Follow the inner call. Don’t let anything stop you.

Extended message: You have a strong desire to share what you learned. You may feel like people will dismiss you or ridicule you but don’t worry. Mary Magdalene is here to guide you through the process. Your vulnerability is actually your greatest strength because you are trusting the power of your soul and that part of you will never be broken. You are a wonderful teacher and leader and the world needs you. You are being backed by heaven so step forward and share all that you have learned.

Notes from Me: I am at the heart of my soul a teacher. I always want to share my knowledge whether it be learned or spiritually intuited. So be it.

Deck- Native Spirit Oracle by Denise Linn

Spread- Messages from your Spirit Guides

Center card- Messages from my higher self- Eagle Medicine

You have an opportunity to truly see life from a rarified vantage point. Eagles are regarded as one of the most sacred of all birds in many tribes and cultures. Their single minded fierceness, dynamic energy, and ability to soar high are part of the reason for it. This card reminds you to take heart and face fear, you do have the strength to face any adversity. You also have a direct line to the creator. You have the capacity to channel extraordinary life-force energy through your hands.

Top of Center card- Message from Grandfather Sky- message from heavenly beings
Gathering Your Tribe

Sustenance in all forms is flowing through your life. ” Your people” are those who resonate with you including animals, minerals, plants,and trees. Be willing to ask for what you want in life. This is the time to put your needs above others. Your tribe is waiting to support you and nurture you as you nurture yourself. You are loved.

Bottom of Center Card- Message from Grandmother Earth/Divine Earth Mother
Spirit of the Earth

This card represents your physical self and your physical surroundings. It’s okay to make plans for the future, but make sure you appreciate and embrace the present. You’re deeply an profoundly loved and supported at all times, no matter what is occurring in your life. Trust that all your needs are being met.

Left side of the Center Card- Message from your ancestors
Spirit Keeper of the South

In the medicine wheel , the south is the direction that symbolizes the warmth of the noonday sun, the summer, the full moon and rapid growth. In the human cycle it represents the vitality of childhood. This is your time to shine It is also a time of great bounty in all areas of your life. Open your arms to receive these gifts from the Universe.

Right Center of Card- Messages from your future self
Ancestors

Wisdom is blossoming. There’s wisdom that dwells deep inside your cells which is a spiritual bequest from your ancestors. This wisdom has not just come from the good times but also the challenging times in your life. Part of the message is to cherish every experience for all of it will deepen your wisdom, compassion and understanding, as it did others. Also know there is an innate within you…. always. It is simply a matter of turning within in order to access it. Your ancestors are always there to support you. All you have to do is ask.

Notes from Me: This deck is always so powerful whenever I read from it. It’s a special connection from me to Divine Spirit. It never fails to move me.
I think the most important message for me to hear and remember is that I do have a tribe- I am never alone. I may not have many physical connections with others but I always have people that are part of my soul family that I connect and vibrate with in the here and now. I also have tremendous support from others that have moved on from the physical plane but whose spirit and energy is always with me. I am strong. I can face adversity. I will always have full support from all helpers- spiritual beings, animal spirits, plant spirits, spiritual guides and spirits of people that I knew in this life time that have passed on but whose spirit still is around me and who I have access to. So be it.

Anyone who opens and read this – this message is for you as well.

Deck- Magical Times Oracle by Jody Bergsma

Question- What message does the fairies have for us today?

Left card- Kindness

Live with compassion. Open your heart to all life forms. Be an angel with hands.

Middle Card- Sacred Space

Take time for the dreamer in you. Find your power in stillness. In your sacred space is the peace you seek.

Right Card- Union

You have seen and unseen allies. Draw upon their strength. Join forces with friends and flourish.

Notes from Me: I felt very scattered this morning and alone. Being alone is generally not a bad thing for me but there was this yearning in my soul for companionship- a friend. It was a residual affect from a dream that I had. So, I got a nudge from the fairies to spend some time with them. I did a fairy meditation and in my meditation I came upon a big tree in a lush forest. Everything was green. On the trunk of the tree was a face with branches that were arms outstretched inviting me with an embrace and invitation to rest my head. I found comfort in that. Then a fairy took me deep with the ocean underwater. I could see the bubbles coming from my mouth and we were free to swim and let the ocean heal me. It was a wonderful respite.

I then shuffled this deck, and chose some cards. Here’s the weird part. I chose the same cards from the previous reading that I did a few weeks ago. I reread the reading knowing there was a message for me and then shuffled again and chose three new cards which I posted above.

By showing kindness, we possess compassion for others. We love them unconditionally and our hearts are wide open. We possess angelic qualities in all that we do and it is comfort to others. Remember to take time out for stillness and quiet. In this sacred space, we find the peace that we seek. Always remember as well that we have people who are with us that guide us on our path. They are seen and unseen. We feel their presence if we quiet the chaos of our mind chatter and just breathe. Be one with all who are here for us to guide us and support us.

Have a magical day. Take some time to commune with nature. Find some peace where ever and whenever you can. Whoever opens this reading and reeds, magic awaits you.

This afternoon when I took some time to relax and rest my eyes, I saw a vision of White Gladiolus. The white was sparkling and they were in a field quite similar to the image I posted. That’s how I receive visions. It’s that time right when I close my eyes and before i go to sleep or before I open my eyes when I wake up. Every vision brings a message for me.

Gladiolus are a message of strength, moral integrity, infatuation and passion. The color white is a symbol of purity.

It was a message that means a lot to me personally as I always check in with my self worth. Just thought that I’d share the gift. Fun fact- Gladiolus is my birth flower.

Deck- Tarot Grand Luxe by Ciro Marchetti

Question- I originally asked if the protests would produce an upsurge of positive Covid cases but the reading took off in a different direction of it’s own. I believe it’s reading the spiritual aspects of what these protests will produce. This was read before the violence took place throughout many cities including my own but reading this back this morning, 6/ 1/ 20, it reinforces the power of this reading when I first placed the cards. It encourages and inspires me. Perhaps that’s why when I first pulled the cards and did the reading I had a strong sense of putting it away for awhile and re-visiting it?

Situation- Ace of Wands- a new source of inspiration and passion

Crossing card- 4 of Swords- Taking a rest, recovery

Foundation- 2 of Swords- Duality, balancing and influencing two alternative or complimentary aspects.( What you see isn’t always what you get.)

Past- 4 of Wands- Celebration- Announcement of Positive news

Present- Page of Wands- Eagerness to try new things and new ways

Near Future- Ace of Cups- Deeply experienced feelings and emotional awareness especially love, compassion and affection- comradery

The Protests- King of Wands- Great convictions, original ideas and creative strategies.

Environment surrounding the Protests- 5 of Wands- Various directions, cross purposes, internal conflict

Hopes and Fears- Knight of Swords- assertive action vs. aggressive action

Outcome- Queen of Wands- Energy, warmth, enthusiasm, vibrancy. Handling things with grace.

I found it quite encouraging that both the King and Queen of Wands showed up for this reading. It brings out the yin-yang aspect of the situation and a great coupling.

I think this reading is a reminder for all of us, and me personally, that when all is said and done, if we look deeply into the pure essence of these protests against the senseless brutality and alleged murder of George Floyd and racial divide that still exists, we will see the pure intentions of these protests. A coming together to shine the light on this so that we can move forward together, stronger as a nation for the common cause of freedom from oppression and a seamless blending of all races. We are all one. Black lives matter.

Only through turmoil and unrest can resolution be found.

Deck- Magical Times Empowerment Deck by Jody Bergsma

Question- How can I incorporate love in my day and share it with others?

Left card- Prosperity- Focus on the positive and more good will come. Give thanks for blessings and they will multiply. Prosperity begins in the mind.

*Frog symbolism- prosperous and abundant times for you and yours.

Middle Card- Quest- Be bold and mighty forces will aid you. Take action . Good luck favors the brave.

*Dragon symbolism- supernatural power, wisdom, strength and inner knowledge

Right Card- Anticipation- Something wonderful is happening. Change is in the air. Open yourself to blessings on their way.

*Butterfly symbolizes transition and change

* The spiritual animal messages depicted in the cards

Notes from me: Focus on the blessings and be grateful for all. You create a positive energy in that way and will draw more to you. Take your stance and show/ share love through action. Remember, actions speak louder than words. Don’t hide your love in fear that you may be rebuffed. Show love in all you do and be brave with your heart. Ask for spiritual help to assist you. When you do this, you open yourself to love flowing back to you. Love is healing and is an elixir to all that ails you. Be that harbinger of change that is needed at this time.

Have a magical day all and share/ feel the love. Whoever reads this will open up the magic of love today.