The HermitThere is a road, no simple highwayBetween the dawn and the dark of night.And if you go, no one may follow;That path is for your steps alone.— from Ripple, by Robert Hunter/Jerry Garcia A first appearance for us in our Card of the Week, The Hermit is a powerful card about being on the … Read more
The EmpressAncient Mother, I hear you calling.Ancient Mother, I hear your song.Ancient Mother, I hear your laughter.Ancient Mother, I taste your tears. — Traditional Here is a first since I began pulling the Card of the Week in 2005: The Empress. And she appears, I would dare say, precisely on time. The Empress beckons us … Read more
Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional. — Haruki Murakami After our gifts of Grace and healing from the past couple of weeks, we are faced now with the Three of Swords. Since we so recently received it, you can read my more traditional interpretation here. But today, in part because less than ten minutes after … Read more
In view of the deep divisions among us, the ceaseless rancor, and escalating attacks on our very foundations, we need this time more than ever.
In view of the bitter divisions among us, the rancor, and the existential threats to civilization as we know it, we need this time more than ever.
Do we *really* want this day to be about obscure martyred Christian priests named St. Valentine? Instead, let’s celebrate a day of sexy, divine Love!
You may recall this from the funeral service for Jackie Kennedy Onassis. I’ve always loved it. May it be a gift of farewell to the end of this year.
In view of the deep divisions among us, the ceaseless rancor, and the ominous rumblings of our very foundations, we need this time more than ever.
The Halcyon Days begin today. This ancient Yuletide tradition has new meaning and relevance in our troubled world. Let us honor this time out of time.
The Halcyon Days have begun. This ancient Yuletide tradition has new meaning and relevance in our troubled world. Let us honor this time out of time.