posted May 18, 2005 11:45 AM         

I just came across this forum at a time in my life where I've made a big decision about my marriage. (I've posted a thread in Soul Unions about it - i got married to a man other than the love of my life, lived with the empty feeling for a while, and now i'm finally taking steps to fix the situation). It's a period of great turmoil for me, wondering if I'm making a mistake, worrying whether I'll come to regret it. Would any of you be so kind as to help me out with a reading or tell me about any vibes you're getting? It would give me so much solace to get some advice on this!

posted May 19, 2005 09:13 PM         

I'm limiting my interpretations to a few questions and observances.

1. present situation: 8 Wands--Timing is the issue here, either too fast or coming up fast. Are you pressed for time? Have you been moving too quickly? Things are happening now.

2. What crosses you: 4 Swords--taking more time to remain inactive. Rest after strife. Are you sleeping while the world is changing around you? Wake up!

3. Spiritual vision of situation: Ace cups--This is a new cup of love. Could this be a blessing to you? Yes! Happiness takes effort to cultivate and appreciate, but it is on its way/

4. Distant past: 10 swords--Trouble in personal relationship weigh on your mind. Picture depicts a man stabbed in the back with 10 swords. Ouch. No wonder you had to take a time out. This is a past event that needs to be let go of. Let it pass.

5. Recent past: Justice--What goes around comes around. Legal matters and a balancing of justice. Karma bit someone in the arse? The playing field has been made level again. (good reason to let go of old hurts )

6. Near future: Queen Wands--You have the creative power to make your dreams come true. You know what you want and you are soon to make steps to get it. A fiery blaze intigates your authority over your life. Hot mama! Seems like you will indeed wake up, refreshed and rejuvinated, even.

7. You: King Cups--In control of your feelings. Very generous and loving. Able to make personal decisions with a true heart. Your actions come from the purest intentions and people respect you for your sincerity and lovingness.

8. What is around you: Queen Pentacles--Luxury, physical comforts and financial stability. If this isn't you, wrapped in a silk robe sipping tea, then could be someone who has these qualities and partakes with you. Either way, it's a nice place to be! Just be careful of taking for granted all the pleasantries in your surroundings.

9. Hope or fears: 10 wand--Overburdening. A lot to handle. Almost too much to handle. Don't stress yourself out!! Try not to bite off more than you can chew, but don't worry about it all being too much. You have more power and endurance than you realize. Remember, you've had a good nap!

10. Outcome: Hierophant--You will stay true to yourself and follow the path you are meant to. Tradition and authortity could be established in the end. Keep up with the changes, though, so that your personal beliefs don't become stagnant. Guiding cousel is with you.

posted May 23, 2005 05:12 PM         

Present situation: 8 Wands--Timing is the issue here, either too fast or coming up fast. Are you pressed for time? Have you been moving too quickly? Things are happening now.
> Time does seem to be running out for me. I've put up with the situation for too long, and feel like i have to act fast before things go from bad to worse.

Spiritual vision of situation: Ace cups--This is a new cup of love. Could this be a blessing to you? Yes! Happiness takes effort to cultivate and appreciate, but it is on its way.
> OMG, i'm SO glad to hear that. Yes, it will take me time to get there, dealing with my husband & my mother and making sure they're ok, before I can be more peaceful/happy.

Distant past: 10 swords--Trouble in personal relationship weighs on your mind. Picture depicts a man stabbed in the back with 10 swords. Ouch. No wonder you had to take a time out. This is a past event that needs to be let go of. Let it pass.
> Yes! I had this happen in the past year (got forced into going thru with a marriage i no longer wanted), and i've needed to try to come to grips with it before feeling like i can move on.

Near future: Queen Wands--You have the creative power to make your dreams come true. You know what you want and you are soon to make steps to get it. A fiery blaze intigates your authority over your life. Hot mama! Seems like you will indeed wake up, refreshed and rejuvenated, even.
> That sounds like a wonderful blessing! I am determined not to "let" anything happen to me any more; I've decided to take charge of my situation and be responsible for my life & my happiness.

Hope or fears: 10 wand--Overburdening. A lot to handle. Almost too much to handle. Don't stress yourself out!! Try not to bite off more than you can chew, but don't worry about it all being too much. You have more power and endurance than you realize.
> I AM feeling so overwhelmed at times, trying to get free of this marriage all by myself; i feel like i don't have anyone's support, and it's so hard to feel good about myself some days.

Outcome: Hierophant--You will stay true to yourself and follow the path you are meant to. Tradition and authority could be established in the end. Keep up with the changes, though, so that your personal beliefs don't become stagnant. Guiding counsel is with you.
> Another lovely blessing, it sounds like! Thank you again, hon, for taking the time to do this for me! What deck are you using? What kind of spread was this one?

posted May 24, 2005 04:16 PM         

I really like it, though because the pics are very in tune....I used a celtic spread (10 cards)