A.K.A. Tarot of the Hidden Folk
This is part of my trimmed LS deck collection. I like it so much better without borders or titles. I have done this with many of my LS decks, but not all. there are some I like just fine as they are.
Some I wish I had dupes, so I could have one with titles and one without.
The Trimmed Enchanted feels freer for me. I say what I see and do not feel limited by suit or number. It is truly liberating for me and often the image offers a message wholly different to the stale suit meanings.
These made-mini decks are fun to use. they shuffle well and all around feel good in hand.
Today I asked:
What do I need to know?
The symbols were of 10 Swords, but what I saw was a gnome gentleman standing, mouth open, hand raised. He seemed to be giving a speech.
I drew this card while on my way to a staff meeting at work. Following the meeting was a training workshop for our volunteers.
Seemed a fitting card to represent my day.
What must I accomplish today?
A man was standing hunched over the sack he was packing. Symbols were 8 of coins.
When I drew this I was drawn to that bag. What was he packing/gathering? Seemed to be coins, but there were other things in there. That didn't feel right. It wasn't about the things themselves. Was I assessing what I had? That wasn't quite it either. I left it to simmer.
By afternoon, I found myself driving from one job to the other, with a bag of supplies that were needed at the destination.
Sometimes its as simple as that.
No need to over-think it this time.
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
Day Late Deck: Egyptian Taror - Fournier
Fournier Egyptian
This is a beautiful deck. The favorite of my Egyptian collection. Gorgeous cardstock. Easy to shuffle. Soft imagery. A joy to use.
What was the tone of the day, yesterday? 61 The Solitude
I spent the greater part of the day, shut up in the bedroom. Hubby was seeming annoyed whenever I spoke to him - or to show images from Sandy's progress, of the flooding in NYC. So I moved out of the livingroom, so as to be less of a bother.
This was a good solitary time, to be alone with my thoughts.
This is a beautiful deck. The favorite of my Egyptian collection. Gorgeous cardstock. Easy to shuffle. Soft imagery. A joy to use.
What was the tone of the day, yesterday? 61 The Solitude
I spent the greater part of the day, shut up in the bedroom. Hubby was seeming annoyed whenever I spoke to him - or to show images from Sandy's progress, of the flooding in NYC. So I moved out of the livingroom, so as to be less of a bother.
This was a good solitary time, to be alone with my thoughts.
Sunday, October 28, 2012
Deck of the Day: Radiant Rider Waite
Radiant Rider Waite
What a bright and shiny deck this is! Its cheerful. I can't help smiling looking at it and feeling its sleek plastic-ness. I know some don't care for the too plastic decks, but it really works here.
The images are Pixie drawn, like first Rider Waite deck, but are more brilliantly colored. Radiant, as the name states.
I do enjoy the backs - many stars lighting up a night sky. And the heavy laminate makes the colors POP.
The voice is one I am all too familiar with, from my long early years with my Pocket Rider Waite.
What is the mood today? Seven of Swords
I am feeling ripped off. We'd planned to go out - enjoy the day - but I am sitting here doing not much of anything. And I resent it.
What a bright and shiny deck this is! Its cheerful. I can't help smiling looking at it and feeling its sleek plastic-ness. I know some don't care for the too plastic decks, but it really works here.
The images are Pixie drawn, like first Rider Waite deck, but are more brilliantly colored. Radiant, as the name states.
I do enjoy the backs - many stars lighting up a night sky. And the heavy laminate makes the colors POP.
The voice is one I am all too familiar with, from my long early years with my Pocket Rider Waite.
What is the mood today? Seven of Swords
I am feeling ripped off. We'd planned to go out - enjoy the day - but I am sitting here doing not much of anything. And I resent it.
Saturday, October 27, 2012
Deck of the Day: Tarot of the Pirates
Pirates
This is a fun and bright deck. I think I made it better by trimming. I removed all borders and titles, leaving it with just the bold Comic-style imagery. Some folk complain about LS art styles, but I do enjoy them.
As with all LS decks it is a good size and feels nice in hand and cardstock is perfect for shuffling.
I must be feeling off lately, as I am just not able to focus on the cards. I'm not really reading these last couple days. Just kinda looking at the cards and not connecting.
Maybe tomorrow.
This is a fun and bright deck. I think I made it better by trimming. I removed all borders and titles, leaving it with just the bold Comic-style imagery. Some folk complain about LS art styles, but I do enjoy them.
As with all LS decks it is a good size and feels nice in hand and cardstock is perfect for shuffling.
I must be feeling off lately, as I am just not able to focus on the cards. I'm not really reading these last couple days. Just kinda looking at the cards and not connecting.
Maybe tomorrow.
Yesterday - Connolly Tarot Mini
Connolly Tarot
Yesterday was another "no time for morning tarot" day. In the evening I took out this little deck and gave it a shuffle. I like to shuffle this baby. Its a vintage copy, so box and cards are slightly worn. Feels good in the hand. I am able to shuffle it just fine, though I can't seem to do this with the Albano mini which is the same size. They are shorter and wider than LS minis.
The imagery is bright and cheery. "Jeweled tones" I have heard said of this deck. Though I did enjoy my time with it last evening, the cards did not speak.
Maybe next time.
Yesterday was another "no time for morning tarot" day. In the evening I took out this little deck and gave it a shuffle. I like to shuffle this baby. Its a vintage copy, so box and cards are slightly worn. Feels good in the hand. I am able to shuffle it just fine, though I can't seem to do this with the Albano mini which is the same size. They are shorter and wider than LS minis.
The imagery is bright and cheery. "Jeweled tones" I have heard said of this deck. Though I did enjoy my time with it last evening, the cards did not speak.
Maybe next time.
Thursday, October 25, 2012
Deck of the Day: TdM Heron
TdM - Heron
This is a deck that I've had, passed on, and then reacquired. It is, I believe a photoreproduction. I like that it has all the blotches and skipped lines of the original. Never cared for the bright whiteness of the outer borders, but that is a common complaint of Marseille decks in general. *shrugs*
Cardstock is stiff and sturdy. These cards were meant to last. The size is very nice, in hand. I would like them to be a nicer shuffle, but they are a bit too stiff for me.
Today I ask: Tell me a story...
Ace of Cups - Death - Le Pendu
Something new is beginning which will cause/require an ending, so that I can see things in a new light.
I kinda like this.
This is a deck that I've had, passed on, and then reacquired. It is, I believe a photoreproduction. I like that it has all the blotches and skipped lines of the original. Never cared for the bright whiteness of the outer borders, but that is a common complaint of Marseille decks in general. *shrugs*
Cardstock is stiff and sturdy. These cards were meant to last. The size is very nice, in hand. I would like them to be a nicer shuffle, but they are a bit too stiff for me.
Today I ask: Tell me a story...
Ace of Cups - Death - Le Pendu
Something new is beginning which will cause/require an ending, so that I can see things in a new light.
I kinda like this.
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Deck of the Day: Ancestral Path Tarot
As morning just feels like a time for me to read, and the deck chosen this morning was one I could get at without undo rummaging, I get to share a part of my morning with the lovely Ancestral Path Tarot.
It was given to me by a dear friend, in the gorgeous bag that she made for it/me.
I love how the cat's eye beads shimmer in the low light of the laptop. All here are sleeping, but me. Its a quiet and personal time. A perfect time for self reflection.
the deck is in lovely condition - which sadly, shows that its not used often enough. Wonderfully sturdy cardstock. Strong vigorous shuffling is possible and feels divine.
What do I need to know today? Five of Staves
The image shows three people seated around a rug/blanket. One sits, eyes lowered, another is in full bow before the ?Pharaoh that approaches them. A third is looking at something in his/her hand. A mirror?
They are stationed in the walkway between two rows of statues that lead to a doorway. Entrance to the Pharaoh's palace perhaps.
My message?
Be humble. Know that your means are less than those before you. (perhaps I should have skipped that jewelry order last night) :P
It was given to me by a dear friend, in the gorgeous bag that she made for it/me.
I love how the cat's eye beads shimmer in the low light of the laptop. All here are sleeping, but me. Its a quiet and personal time. A perfect time for self reflection.
the deck is in lovely condition - which sadly, shows that its not used often enough. Wonderfully sturdy cardstock. Strong vigorous shuffling is possible and feels divine.
What do I need to know today? Five of Staves
The image shows three people seated around a rug/blanket. One sits, eyes lowered, another is in full bow before the ?Pharaoh that approaches them. A third is looking at something in his/her hand. A mirror?
They are stationed in the walkway between two rows of statues that lead to a doorway. Entrance to the Pharaoh's palace perhaps.
My message?
Be humble. Know that your means are less than those before you. (perhaps I should have skipped that jewelry order last night) :P
Tuesday, October 23, 2012
Deck of the Day: Tarot of the Holy Light
This is a beautiful deck. Gorgeous textured cardstock. It feels wonderful to shuffle. The imagery is stunning and detailed. Many things to work from. Rich in meaning and symbolism.
And way over my head. I like ot shuffle them. Then when I start flipping cards over I kinda go blank. I can look and look, but rather than find meaning I end up in a state of confusion.
Even cards that I know well, I end up just staring, wondering, what the heck this that or the other thing is doing on this card.
I know part of this might be doing evening readings when I am tired and numb from my day, but with this deck, its not all thats going on.
So, Gorgeous deck. Truly lovely. Truly beyond me.
Maybe thats ok? Maybe its a deck for looking at, for looking when you know no understanding will come.
Tarot of the Holy Light
And way over my head. I like ot shuffle them. Then when I start flipping cards over I kinda go blank. I can look and look, but rather than find meaning I end up in a state of confusion.
Even cards that I know well, I end up just staring, wondering, what the heck this that or the other thing is doing on this card.
I know part of this might be doing evening readings when I am tired and numb from my day, but with this deck, its not all thats going on.
So, Gorgeous deck. Truly lovely. Truly beyond me.
Maybe thats ok? Maybe its a deck for looking at, for looking when you know no understanding will come.
Tarot of the Holy Light
Monday, October 22, 2012
Deck of the Day: Sharman Caselli Mini
Love this little deck. Was rather fond of the regular version. Wonder why I let it go.
Sharman Caselli Deck
The mini is small enough to be portable, yet large enough to shuffle and to see. I prefer the mini's dark purple backs to the standard sized hot pink. What were they thinking?
What do I need to know? The Sun
Find the joy and enJoyment in each day. Be open to simple pleasures. let yourself just be happy.
Sharman Caselli Deck
The mini is small enough to be portable, yet large enough to shuffle and to see. I prefer the mini's dark purple backs to the standard sized hot pink. What were they thinking?
What do I need to know? The Sun
Find the joy and enJoyment in each day. Be open to simple pleasures. let yourself just be happy.
Sunday, October 21, 2012
Deck of the Day: Le Grand Tarot Universel
Sample Cards
I've always liked this deck. Like many, I am never sure why I don't use them more.
It shuffles nicely. Silky smooth finish. The cards slide over each other. Lovely.
The colors are bright and happy. I think of this as my Hippy Marseille.
- What do I need to know, Today?: II D'Epee
Today, I see this card as keeping in balance, being at rest, rather than the typical RWS stalemate, frozen in stress type feeling.
Yes, I have a lot to think about, organize and do, but I shoudn't let myself be overwhelmed by it all.
- What should I accomplish?: Le Pape
I should do what needs to be done. Don't slack and fall into the "oh, but I don't Want to!" whining type behavior.
I should "be good".
- What should I avoid?: Ace D'Epee
There is enough on my plate. I shouldn't be trying to contemplate new tasks or add to what I've already got to do.
I've always liked this deck. Like many, I am never sure why I don't use them more.
It shuffles nicely. Silky smooth finish. The cards slide over each other. Lovely.
The colors are bright and happy. I think of this as my Hippy Marseille.
- What do I need to know, Today?: II D'Epee
Today, I see this card as keeping in balance, being at rest, rather than the typical RWS stalemate, frozen in stress type feeling.
Yes, I have a lot to think about, organize and do, but I shoudn't let myself be overwhelmed by it all.
- What should I accomplish?: Le Pape
I should do what needs to be done. Don't slack and fall into the "oh, but I don't Want to!" whining type behavior.
I should "be good".
- What should I avoid?: Ace D'Epee
There is enough on my plate. I shouldn't be trying to contemplate new tasks or add to what I've already got to do.
Saturday, October 20, 2012
Deck of the Day: Dame Fortune's Wheel
I'd not used Dame Fortune before. It still has the new deck smell and the cards are stiff. I thought them stiffer than other Lo Scarabeo cardstock, but it felt better after a short time of shuffling. Shuffles nicely for me, as do all LS decks.
I like the backs, simple and bright. The images also seem quite nice. Bold bright, almost too large for the cards to contain them.
But they are not speaking to me. Maybe I've been away from Marseille decks for too long, but i'm just not seeing anything.
What kind of day will I have?
5 of Batons.
The Batons are set up to look like a crossroads to me. Perhaps there is a choice to be made. A decision on what direction I will take. Beneath the crossroads are many crowns.
Which choice will lead me to Triumph?
OK. Maybe they do speak to me. :)
You can see card samples here:
http://www.aeclectic.net/tarot/cards/dame-fortunes-wheel/
I like the backs, simple and bright. The images also seem quite nice. Bold bright, almost too large for the cards to contain them.
But they are not speaking to me. Maybe I've been away from Marseille decks for too long, but i'm just not seeing anything.
What kind of day will I have?
5 of Batons.
The Batons are set up to look like a crossroads to me. Perhaps there is a choice to be made. A decision on what direction I will take. Beneath the crossroads are many crowns.
Which choice will lead me to Triumph?
OK. Maybe they do speak to me. :)
You can see card samples here:
http://www.aeclectic.net/tarot/cards/dame-fortunes-wheel/
Friday, October 19, 2012
Tarot: The Return
Its been a mighty long time since I posted here. Trying to get back into playing with my decks doing a deck a day - chosen by random.org. Gotta love random number generators. With 288 decks, its impossible to choose on my own.
Today a new to me deck was chosen. Etteilla Tarotcard, is a Korean deck. Love the images. Could have done without the sticky cardstock. Still, it wants to shuffle nicely, so the stickiness doesn't prevent it being usable.
The cards are numbered 1 through 78 with keywords for upright and reversed meanings.
I was wondering about a work situation. My card of the day:
25 Reversed: Bad News
I'm a bad one for reading books, but in this case its not my fault. Its not in English.
So I guess I will have to learn to deal. Bad news is not what I wanted.
Today a new to me deck was chosen. Etteilla Tarotcard, is a Korean deck. Love the images. Could have done without the sticky cardstock. Still, it wants to shuffle nicely, so the stickiness doesn't prevent it being usable.
The cards are numbered 1 through 78 with keywords for upright and reversed meanings.
I was wondering about a work situation. My card of the day:
25 Reversed: Bad News
I'm a bad one for reading books, but in this case its not my fault. Its not in English.
So I guess I will have to learn to deal. Bad news is not what I wanted.
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