Weekly Reading December 29-January 4, 2015

This week's reading takes us into the new year and it definitely signifies change and growth. We start off the week leaving something behind us and that departure has some sadness and regret attached to it. Whenever I see this card I think of high school sweethearts who got married and had kids when they were young but outgrew each other. There is a lot of emotion there, a lot of sentimentality, but we know when something has run its course and just doesn't work for us anymore. That's what this card is about: recognizing that stagnancy and choosing to leave before it gets ugly.

The King of Swords appears next, either as a mentor or as a nudge to get us to embrace his mindset: logical, objective, even calculated. Sometimes a situation is so painful we need to remove our emotions from it and just look at it objectively. The King of Swords will help you do this, either as someone who appears in your life or as part of yourself that guides you through a difficult situation.

The Wheel of Fortune appears at the new year and this card couldn't be more appropriate. Life is all about that ultimate power of fate. Sometimes we're up, sometimes we're down, and sometimes we're just kind of neutral, coasting along. We are never in the same spot on the wheel for too long. It is constantly turning. As long as you don't expect to be in one spot for too long and realize that life is transitory, you can ride the wheel and even have some fun with it. Enjoy happiness while it lasts, know that you won't always be struggling, and know that bad times eventually come to an end as well. This is the rhythm of life.

Happy New Year, everyone! I wish you all the best for 2015! :)

Sacred Mirrors Cards by Alex Grey -- Deck Review

I purchased these cards off ebay a few weeks ago and I cannot begin to tell you how magnificent they are. You simply have to see them for yourself.

Alex Grey is a brilliant artist who uses sacred geometry in his work. He specializes in very intricate illustrations of the human body and makes visible to us what is invisible to the naked eye: our spiritual energy. His artwork has been featured in cds for the band Tool, who also happen to be my favourite rock band. :) Their music and his artwork go hand in hand, perfect matches for each other.

I hope you enjoy this look at this incredible piece of work. It is a masterpiece.

Weekly Reading -- December 22-28, 2014

Our reading for Christmas week has a lot of powerful energy, perfect energy for the end of the year when a lot of people are thinking about starting over, starting fresh, and setting new goals.

We could start off the week on a bit of a downer with the Tower. I see the Tower as a critical card. It shows up when we need it ... when something in our lives is not working and we need a jolt to get us moving in the right direction. At mid week, when Christmas arrives, so does the Magician, reassuring us that we have all it takes to manifest our desires. The end of the week is simply a gentle reminder of that energy, urging us to be creative and look at our lives in a new way.

I wish all of you a wonderful Christmas. See you next week for our New Year's reading.

Weekly Reading -- December 15-21, 2014

This week could be a challenge for us and it's not surprising considering that it's just around the holidays. We put a lot of pressure on ourselves at this time of year and it can be very stressful. A lot of emotions that have been buried can come up for us at this time.

Our first card, the Ten of Swords, illustrates that "I am SO done" feeling. The feelings of defeat and disappointment are literally driven home by the ten swords impaling the person on the ground. No point denying it anymore: IT IS OVER. However the sun rising in the background indicates that there is positivity on the horizon. It could take us a few days to get over this funk but by the weekend we are feeling much more optimistic. Either we are inspired to give love or support to someone else or someone is offering it to us. What could be more appropriate at this time of year?

If you find yourself going through some difficulties this week, remember that it is ultimately for your personal growth. Obstacles are put in our way to get us to learn how to move past them. It's always for the greater good.

Best wishes and see you next week!

Weekly Reading -- December 8-14, 2014

This week looks like it contains a pretty even mixture of energies. We start off the week in practical mode with the Seven of Pentacles where we could be assessing our money, career, assets -- anything to do with our material life. At the end of the year a lot of us are reflecting and thinking about what we want in the future. Some of us are mulling over New Year's resolutions. Is there anything you'd like to change?

By mid week we could be feeling a little wiped out with the Ten of Wands. Perhaps all that practical consideration and money preoccupation at the start of the week has taken its toll and we need to just TAKE A BREAK and make time for ourselves. We could be feeling like we're doing a million things at once, like we are overburdened. Many of us push ourselves hard at this time of year, making sure we attend this holiday party and that holiday party. Give yourself permission to rest and politely decline invitations if you must. Take time for yourself.

By the weekend, you ARE ready to party and have a good time. The Three of Cups is all about feeling joyful and enjoying the company of good friends and family or even just YOURSELF. If you can't enjoy your own company, how can you enjoy anybody else's?

Have a wonderful week!

Weekly Reading -- December 1-7, 2014

This week is a combination of fiery energy, inspiration, and creativity and a peaceful groundedness by the end of the week. It's a nice mixture, starting off powerfully and ending in a relaxed, contented way -- the perfect start to our weekend.

We start off the week with a surge of vitality and energy, a very powerful focus. Either we have a very specific goal in mind or we are just raring to go with some kind of idea. We are literally busting with enthusiasm. By the middle of the week we may come to realize how satisfying it can be to work with others, especially when it comes to a common goal. We all have our own unique gifts to bring to the table but others have their own input to offer as well. Be cooperative, not combative. By the end of the week we feel stable and satisfied. It's the perfect time to enjoy who we are and what we do.

Enjoy this very productive, satisfying week!