Tarot cards and thunder storms

Guess who spent the day cleaning her room and found her tarot deck?

Yup, me! So I got bred and tried all 4 layouts on the little instruction sheet that came with the deck. Wanna see what I got?

“Celtic cross spread” [HUGE thunder claps as I start] 

1-     1.   Present position: The Magician, right side up. “You are well suited for business, science and high-tech fields. You are a risk-taker and an over achiever, highly organized with tremendous powers of concentration. You are flexible and creative. Determination and the strength of you personality will overcome problems. Take charge and take action. The card of personal power.”

2-     2. Current influences: The Fool, right side up. “You are unpredictable, open, spontaneous, adventurous, a free spirit, and a dreamer. You are free of responsibility by choice and do not like restrictions. You have the soul of an entrepreneur. Signifies the start of a new phase in life. Trust in your own ideas and plans no matter what others my say” 

3-     3. Goal or destiny: Death, right side up. “Signifies either the metaphorical personal rebirth followed by great change in your life; or the literal death of someone you know. Renewal. Personal growth through honest self-examination. End of an era- put the past behind you. Fear of the unknown, of change, and of being out of control. Focus on the essentials of life. Simplify.”

4-     4. Influences of distant past: King of Cups, upside down. “Indicates a male over 40. A secretive, elusive man who is plotting against you. Openly bigoted and narrow minded. This man holds a grudge. He may be involved in a difficult moral decision. You may lose your virtue, innocence, or money through this man. Do not trust him with your heart or possessions.”

5-    5.  Recent past events: The Hierophant, right side up. “Well suited for a career in education, medicine, or religion. Increased knowledge, education, and skills. Spiritual growth. Teamwork necessary for job contentment. Bend to authority and do what is expected of you. Watch out for ethical conflicts. Chose the moral path. Your need for social approval affects your decisions.”

6-     6. Future influence: Eight Of Pentacles, upside down. “Dishonesty in business. Your reputation, as well as you long-term goals, are in jeopardy. Lack of insight into problems affects your judgment. You are extremely short-sighted. Look into the future. Careless spending. Solicit several binds before making decision. Business partnership in conflict.”

7-     7. Present attitude: The Hanged Man, right side up. “The card of contradictions. Do the opposite of what your instincts tell you to do. Peace of mind comes from making the decision. Put aside any selfish interests. It may be necessary to sacrifice in order to achieve success. Instead of trying to control people and situations, leave them alone.”

8-     8. Environmental influences: Five of Pentacles, upside down. “A break in a downward spiral of events. New job but it probably isn’t permanent. Money affairs regain some balance only after very serious problems. Temporary financial gain only to lose again. Friends may be insincere. Family and friends have helped all they can. Someone who is in a similar situation will offer assistance.”

9-     9. Innermost emotions: Three of Wands, upside down. “Bad advice. Rejection of your ideas and dreams by others. Decisions made too hastily. Unsound business judgment. Bad luck sneaks up on you unexpectedly. Money or investment may be lost. Withdraw from unimportant arguments. Save your strength and energy for the most crucial battles.”

10  10. Most likely outcome= King of Swords, upside down. “Signifies a male over 40. Conceals his emotions. A very intelligent but dangerous man. Cruel and self-centered. He plots against you. Sadistic and manipulative. Enjoys causing suffering and trouble. Looks out only for his own interests. Watch out for his actions.”

"The Star Spread"

1-      1. Feelings: Two of Swords, right side up. “No major changes and few events. Your heart is closed off to avoid the possibility of pain. Emotional barriers protect  you from love. You are basically in denial. Inability to accept the reality of your problems keeps the situations from changing. Take action and compromise to resolve issues.”

2-     2. Influences: Ace of Swords, right side up. “An excellent time for work and intellectual projects-a breakthrough is possible. Your life’s mission or career direction will become clear. The ability to persevere will be crucial during this period. Decisions should be guided by what is just, true and honorable. Think of problems as opportunities for change.”

3-      3.[Another loud thunder clap]Emotional block: The Devil, upside down. “inability to make decisions. Looking for an easy score or get-rich-quick scheme shows weak character and a lack of determination. Tendency to be aggressive, violent, and angry. Manipulative, controlling, cruel and sadistic personality. Self-understanding and personal improvement is possible with effort. Money trouble.”

4-      4. Expectations: Ace of Wands, upside down. “ Feelings of exhaustion, low energy, lethargy, and metal dullness. You are over involved and need to choose between too many commitments. Loss of enthusiasm and interest in the very things that have always made you happy. Material success doesn’t make you happy.”

5-      5. Most likely outcome: Seven of Pentacles, upside down. “Little financial gain after taking a huge risk. Loan default. Anxiety over mounting debts. Financial security is threatened. Your credit may be overextended. Many possible financial choices with no clear answer. Investments are a disapointmenr, Action without planning dooms finances.

"The Past-Present-Future spread"

1-      Past: The World, upside down. “ No energy, Loss of momentum. Goals have been forgotten-review and set new ones, You underestimate your own abilities and lack vision. Fear of change or travel keep you from success and happiness. Too attached to your current job or residence. You are inflexible and must respond to changing circumstances.”

2-      Present: Eight of Swords, upside down. “You are drowning in details. Your view of the big picture is obscured by something. Too many choices. Lack of clarity and direction. Develop a strategy and stick to it. Research carefully. Radically new ideas are needed. New bwgginings are possible. Plan carefully and execute the plan.

3-      Future: Two of Pentacles, right side up. “Great changes are in store for you. An important message or document arrives, putting an end to a problem. Enjoy your work and learn from the challenges. An excellent time for new projects. Research them carefully with attention to the details. Be patient and wait for all the elements to fall into place. Pick up a project that has been put aside.”

"The single draw"[Random stomach ache right before I draw the card]

The Tower- “Long held beliefs and ideas are challenged. Overall chaos, sudden crisis and misery. Natural disasters. Grief over a broken relationship. All aspects of your life are open to disaster. Take action. Trouble will end only after you get rid of something or someone. Later you will realize that these changes are for the best.

So yeah, pretty interesting results, no?

 In other news, Dad took me out driving today. I got my first road kill. It was a turtle :c I didn't see it until it was too late to do anything. Dad is positive I killed it. I still feel bad.

I think that's about it...