Striving for success without hard work is like trying to harvest where you haven’t planted. ~ David Bly In a week that features some of the most intense astrological weather of the year, as well as the most holy time of the Jewish New Year, I was very interested to see who would be guiding … Read more
Before enlightenment: chop wood, carry water. After enlightenment: chop wood, carry water. ~ Zen Proverb In this pivotal week of the Autumn Equinox (or Spring, for our friends who live below the equator), I wondered if we might receive a dramatic message from the Tarot. Instead, while we celebrate the great turning of the Wheel … Read more
The old economy of greed and dominion is dying. A new economy of life and partnership is struggling to be born. The outcome is ours to choose. ~ David Korten, author and visionary Well now, dear readers! This is one for the record books. The last time the Ace of Pentacles came to visit, it … Read more
Does this spark joy? If it does, keep it. If not, dispose of it. Marie Kondo, The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up As we approach the Samhain season, the stores are already pushing us to shop for Christmas. Although this is one of the holiest times of the year for some of us, money … Read more
If you are planning for a year, sow rice; if you are planning for a decade, plant trees; if you are planning for a lifetime, educate people. ~ Chinese proverb After a recent visit just a few months ago, this week, we welcome back the Knight of Pentacles. The Knights of the Tarot are the … Read more
Patience is necessary, and one cannot reap immediately where one has sown. ~ Søren Kierkegaard Arriving during this week’s Full Moon in Virgo, we are visited by an old friend who, over the years, has frequently appeared on important lunar dates. Welcome this week, to the Seven of Pentacles. The Pentacles of the Tarot inform … Read more
On this New Moon, our Card of the Week is all about planting our intentions, especially if we want them to bear fruit for us in abundant, fertile ways.
This week’s card is pragmatic and powerful. All the good intentions in the world are nothing unless we show up, roll up our sleeves, and get to work.
While Winter still encloses us, pause to reflect on what you already have, and what you truly want the coming year’s accomplishments to look like.
This Full Moon week, do work that you love, celebrate your sweet body, and align with the beautiful gifts of Earth Herself. New beginnings await you.