February 2 – 8, 2009The Nine of SwordsThis week, I have attempted to combine my Card of the Week with my offering for the 4th Annual Brigid in the Blogosphere Poetry Slam. For a more traditional interpretation, you can visit here. The Iron Shoesby Johnny Clewell© 1986, with thanks to The Endicott Studio Seven long … Read more
Once again, we are visited by a Major Arcana card! The Chariot makes an encore appearance this week, having just come calling the last week of December. Because that was so recent, I am offering an alternative interpretation. For a more traditional discussion, you can go here. May The Chariot speak for us as individuals, … Read more
The ear too fondly listens For summer’s parting sighs, And then the heart replies. A.E. Housman, from Last Poems Back again comes the Three of Wands, having just visited us the week of July 20. For my more traditional interpretation, I suggest you pop back here, and check it out. By the way, I would also … Read more
On this day of Love, let us honor our bodies, claim our power, and work to end systemic abuse, by waging a war of love in every way that we can.
Regardless of the self-destruction of the fossilized old era and its drama and shadows, the time of rebirth and renewal is here. Blessed Imbolc.
Honoring the Lady of Healing, Poetry, and the Forge, I offer this gorgeous poem by Barbara Flaherty, from an essential book of Brigid’s devotions.
There is so much I could say about this bountiful, ancient festival time. And for years, I have. But I think this poem is the finest distillation.
My vaccine against the contagion is Beauty. Here is a brief poetic contemplation in this time of uncertainty. May our new lives be compassionate.
In troubled times, we might witness our hearts breaking. But then we pick up the pieces, remembering how to heal and reconnect with beauty and love.
Praises to the Goddess. “All the Earth waits for the chorus of our voices.” May this 2020 International Women’s Day be blessed for one and all.