The King of Pentacles is a person who is immensely powerful, successful, and generous - if it favors them.
While a loving parent akin to the Queen, the King is more stubborn and has a bigger ego. They may be conservative and miserly, but will open up if they get the proper thanks. Is this you, or someone you know? Capture your King essence this month by demanding respect when you walk into a room, or being generous with those close to your heart. Pull a card and ask: Where can I give the most this month? Some questions answered by King of Pentacles: Who? A dad or parent; A business owner What? A bank account; a store of luxury goods Where? At work When? Mid-August to early September; When the business is in the black Why? Because you need to be careful with your resources Yes or No? Yes King of Pentacles Before any card: A business involving (card) After any card: Business, environment, Dad The King of Pentacles as: ...an action? Donate to a cause Offer someone advice ...a place in your house? The comfy chair ...a place in your city? A thriving business A restaurant A sports center or arena ...a place in the world? Mexico City Chicago Cuba Thailand ...something to eat? Fresh meat you hunted yourself Food that grows on vines, such as grapes, wine, tomatoes, kiwis ...something to clean? The den The living room ...where to find the missing item? With Dad or the kids ...a color? Green, yellow, purple ...a movie theme? Success, stubbornness Free Solo King Kong Evan Almighty ...a new career? Businessman or general contractor Team owner Management Dad King of Pentacles combinations With Justice: Being honest in business leads to abundance. With Four of Wands: “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much”13 With Ace of Cups: Following your heart leads to security and prosperity. With Queen of Swords: A complicated person and a pragmatist form a successful partnership. With Ace of Pentacles: When you think you have given enough, give more.
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Something is amiss in your work or business. Are you being lazy? Is someone else? This seven indicates that the month of March is ominous for bad business management, the inability to complete what you’ve started, or someone not getting any benefits from their labor.
All is not lost, though! This card is just a warning to keep your chin up. April is right around the corner, and with it brings a new astrological year, a fresh season (Spring in the Northern Hemisphere, autumn in the South) and blessings aplenty. Pull a tarot card and ask: What actions can I take to see profits from my hard work? Here are some possible answers from the Reversed Seven of Pentacles: Questions answered by the reversed Seven of Pentacles: Who? One who is unable to retire What? A failed investment; a debt Where? At a failing business When? The middle of May; Seven months ago; when the investment loses money Why? “We often miss opportunity because it's dressed in overalls and looks like work” ~Thomas A. Edison Yes or No? No The reversed Seven of Pentacles as: …an action?
…a place in your house?
…a place in your city?
…a place in the world?
…something to eat?
…something to clean?
…where to find the missing item?
…a color? Light blue …a movie theme? Laziness; bad business management
…a new career?
Seven of Pentacles reversed Before any card: Bad business decisions about (card) After any card: Failed investments; laziness For more on this reversed seven, read Applied Tarot Reversed! This page is a little cutie-patootie. This might be a young, studious individual, or a naive messenger (don't shoot them, they know not what their message wrought!)
Maybe it's you, or someone you know. Either way, this month listen for messages from today's youth. They are active, vocal, and brilliant, and they might know something you don't. Pull a card and ask: What message does the Page of Pentacles have for me? Here are some possible answers: Questions answered by Page of Pentacles: Who? A young, studious person What? A new job Where? At a park When? Spring (Northern Hemisphere) or Fall (Southern Hemisphere); At the beginning; During class Why? The planet needs you Yes or No? Yes Page of Pentacles Before any card: Be practical and realistic about (card) After any card: A new job or opportunity The Page of Pentacles as: ...an action?
...a place in your house?
...a place in your city?
...a place in the world?
...something to eat?
...something to clean?
...where to find the missing item?
...a color? yellow, green, red ...a movie theme? New student or employee
...a new career?
Page of Pentacles combinations With Temperance: Go after your goals, but have patience for the length of time it might take. With Eight of Wands: Once you choose your cause, the action is swift and decisions must be made quickly. With Four of Cups: You are disconnected from your desires; start a dream journal. With Two of Swords: A difficult choice must be made; Force yourself out of indecision and prosperity will start for you. With Queen of Pentacles: A parent helps a child with a project. This dude loves new, shiny things! He jumps without looking into all sorts of new experiences, sometimes to his own peril. Is this you, or someone you know? If it’s not you, watch for this person coming into your life this month. Do accept their invitation to go on a road trip, but be the one to bring a map and supplies. Be inspired by them jumping out of a plane (you don’t have to do that, just be inspired by it.) Stock up on protein bars and get ready to say YES to things this year (just be careful!) Pull a card and ask: What inspiring activities should I say YES to? Questions answered by the Knight of Wands:
Who? A person who cannot stay in one place for long; An equestrian What? A new challenge Where? The races When? Mid July to mid August; A short amount of time Why? Because adventure awaits! Yes or No? Yes Knight of Wands Before any card: An energetic person brings an item related to (card) After any card: Swift movement, a bold risk. The Knight of Wands as: ...an action? Travel somewhere new ...a place in your house? The games room Where the shoes are stored ...a place in your city? An indoor racing center The skate park Horse riding ...a place in the world? Indianapolis Motor Speedway France Pamplona ...something to eat? Tea Cherries Whole grains A protein bar ...something to clean? Hall closet or shoes Trunk of the car Travel gear such as camping supplies ...where to find the missing item? In your shoes Near the front door In the car ...a color? Orange ...a movie theme? adventure, risk-taking Finding Nemo/Finding Dory Die Hard ...a new career? Jobs involving fast driving such as EMT or Pilot Competitive work such as sales Knight of Wands combinations With Lovers: One is stronger with a partner. With Six of Wands: Taking bold action leads to victory. With Four of Cups: Someone questions their purpose. A moment of reflection may be needed before diving in. With King of Swords: One discovers the truth about themself - they must be bold but disciplined. With Two of Pentacles: Prioritize the options before jumping in.
Pull a card and ask: What am I misunderstanding this month?
Here are some other possible Reversed Queen meanings: Who? A cruel woman What? Troubles in business or relationships Where? Your physical environment When? Mid December to early January; When a manipulator arrives Why? “What you feed will flourish. What you neglect will die.” ~Unknown Yes or No? No The Reversed Queen of Pentacles as: …an action?
…a place in your house?
…a place in your city?
…a place in the world?
…something to eat?
…something to clean?
…where to find the missing item?
…a color? Orange, black …a movie theme? Smothering, a difficult woman
…a new career?
Queen of Pentacles reversed Before any card: A gross misunderstanding about (card) After any card: A difficult woman; a manipulator
It's always a pain when a card comes up reversed for the whole month, but Temperance Reversed brings with it some possible fortune, if you know how and where to look for it! This card can represent a need for more balance, a change that must be maid, or an opportunity to look at where you are in the world and re-align your actions with your values!
As possible simple steps to take to make your life a little brighter, you could make your bed, paint your nails red or purple, watch a movie about a storm or tidal wave, or eat some grapes! For bigger changes, why not book a trip to Mount St. Helen's, Pompeii, or Victoria Falls? Or learn a trade like welding? The world can be your oyster this month, you just have to balance and prioritize your activities. Ask your Tarot cards: What actions can I take today to align with my life's purpose?
Books to Read This Month:​
Temperance Reversed is about strong emotions, resistance to change, and flooding! Why not read some great books involving angry gods, the sea, or an inability to adapt?
I bid on a really nice lake house, but was outbid. I trust that the universe knows what it's going, but when you try to make a purchase of that magnitude, it can be a hell of a bummer when it falls through. I'm spending the day licking my wounds over here, and wondering if another, similar house will ever become available again (in my head I know it will, and it will be perfect, but I can't help but feel negative and pessimistic about the whole thing.
So I created this Tarot Spread to help me move on a little faster. This spread can work for any type of dream that was just not obtained. It doesn't have to be a lake house, it might be something equally large like starting a new business, or something as minor as trying to bake cookies from scratch and ending up with something akin to burnt cardboard (lord knows I've done that, too!) So I'm going to try it out. Let's see what happens. 1. What about this goal was right? self explanatory, really. What part of the dream was good, which you should hold onto as you move toward your next goal? In my case, what about this house was right and should I look for in the next house? I pulled Strength upright - the house was solid, had good bones, and in practical terms would have been great for my pets. Okay, I will keep that in mind going forward. 2. What about this goal was wrong? What mistake did you make when choosing this goal? In my case, what did I overlook about the house that wouldn't have worked for our family? I pulled The Fool Reversed - in my book, Applied Tarot Reversed, the fool reversed is actually about downsizing, but I think this was more of a warning that this was TOO MUCH OF A DOWNSIZE. The house only had two bedrooms, and we need at least three to welcome our children and family when they come to visit. The fool reversed is warning me that this is not a new beginning, the house was just too small. 3. How should I change the goal to move forward? What adaptation can you make so that your dream is more easily realized next time? In my case, this might be asking what should I look for in the next house? I pulled the Knight of Wands reversed - on an esoteric level this often implies recklessness, but in more direct terms it reminds us about our cars. The house I bid on didn't actually have a garage or electricity to the parking lot, which is something we need for our electric vehicles. I think the cards are warning me to think about my travel needs next time. 4. How can I best support my emotional wounds? What can you do right now to make yourself feel better? In my case, can I treat myself to something to get my mind of losing out on this house? I pulled the Wheel of Fortune upright - According to my book, Applied Tarot, I could either try gambling (no thanks, gotta save my money), clean the hall closet (I could do that, I suppose) or watch a movie about taking chances (I will probably choose that option. I'm not only sad but also super lazy.) 5. What message does the universe have? This is the crux of all things when you're feeling down about something - what does the universe want you to understand about it? In my situation, what does the universe want me to know about house hunting? I pulled the Hermit - This card is about introspection and the attainment of wisdom, so I guess I need to remember that I learned something throughout this process? In literal terms it's about being up high on a mountain or having a better view - so maybe I have to wait to find a house on more of a hill! I can do that. ;) I got a lot of major arcana cards, which tells me that this was completely out of my control and is exactly what the Universe planned and expected for me. I find comfort in that. The deck is the Land of Stories Tarot. I did the reading right here at my desk while I was blogging this. Happy New Year! Although the Gregorian Calendar is rather arbitrary in that it assigns a numerical value to circles made around a giant ball of fire, Jan 1 is still a great day to assess how far we've come and where we still have to go. In the Northern hemisphere, where an estimated 90% of the global population resides, Jan 1 tends to fall in the cold, dark winter. What better way to liven our spirits than to begin a new journey around an old star? For 2023 I've created this tarot spread. I haven't numbered the cards, as I want users to read it in any direction or order they choose. I also want to give 2023 the opportunity to bring surprises rather than pain - so if you happen to draw the Nine of Swords for your "What New Things are Coming" card, go ahead and switch that around with "What Am I Leaving Behind," instead. Trust your gut! Don't be afraid of the new year! ​For the sake of standardization, I am going to do my own reading counter-clockwise from "What have I learned." I have chosen to use the Salvador Dali Tarot Deck, as 2022 was a little wild and loopy for me, so I feel Dali's quirky art will be accurate. I also find this deck very large and hard to manage, which pretty much explained 2022, too. 1. What Am I Leaving Behind? The four of pentacles: This card is about security, and being in a place where your monetary needs are met. I don't really want to let that go. However, it's also a warning not to be greedy. Share your talents, your wealth, and the physical gifts you have. I'm willing to let go of greed and insecurity. I have lived with the fear of loss long enough. Although this recession isn't being kind to my bank accounts right now, I know that I am safe because I am loved. 2. What have I learned? The World: Everything? I've learned... everything! woo-hoo! In the Dali Tarot, the World has a bit more negative connotation, though. It's a reminder that we have inherited the earth from our parents, and we are passing it down to the children, so we must use our time and skills in the best way we can. I think this particular reading is telling me that I've learned what my gifts are, and now I must share them. 3. How have I grown? The reversed Star: Reversed, the Star is about fear, the inability to move on from tragedy, and being a "Debbie downer." In terms of how I've grown, it might be telling me that I've learned bad things will happen anyway, so rather than hide from them I must continue to have hope, and push through the difficulties. I'll accept that. In my book, Applied Tarot Reversed, the reversed Star also tells me to watch Wall-E. I could just do that, too. 4. What new things are coming? The four of cups: Boredom and apathy? Oh, yay. EYEROLL. The Dali Tarot book says "explore your feelings, define your boundaries, and meditate." Perhaps that's what is coming this year - more acceptance of my feelings, some down time that I will have to live with (I usually dislike downtime, as it makes me feel useless. This may be a lesson), and the opportunity to practice mindful meditation. I could do that. 5. A message from the Universe about 2023 The Ace of Swords: This card is about determination and focus. I think the message from the Universe here is to keep going, solve puzzles, and continue pushing ahead. The Dali Tarot book says "Rise and stand up straight! Gain strength from your knowledge..." I'm currently working on a graduate degree (I should finish this Spring) and my project is a scathing report about anti-feminist trends in the tech industry. I have met with a lot of resistance about my goals, but I think this Ace is telling me to be confident and continue on this path, it is the smart and correct way. I'll take it! So there you go, enjoy your 2023 and let me know what messages you get! ​Mentioned in this post are:
I had the privilege of beta reading Westside Oracle, by T.J. Deschamps! This book is like a familiar animal!
The main character, Lydia, starts out as a completely fake fortune-teller, just trying to hustle to support herself, and then gets swept up into the world of the Greek Gods as an actual, real Oracle with mad fortune-telling skills (which she can't control!) I totally feel for Lydia while she tries to run from her old life, all while desperately trying to avoid the clutches of rogue nymphs, sneaky gods, frightening Titans, and her own crazy three-headed doggo. Sure, my dog only has one head, but he's just as drooly and gross as Cerberus, I swear. You'll want to read this book if you love: Greek myths (or are they real?), Tarot readings gone awry, women taking control of their ridiculous situations, and hot Gods! Or if you're a fortune teller, like myself! I loved this book and give it 5 stars. ​ Westside Oracle comes out January 15th, but you can pre-order it on Kindle for the super low price of $2.99!
Stupid pleased to announce the release of O-69 by Emmy Tidning! This silly sexy romp through a bingo parlor will leave you desperate for an O-69 of your own! Pre-order now on Kindle!
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