Mommy Energy – The Queen of Wands

The Aquatic Tarot. Author/Artist: ©Andreas Schröter 1995-2002

It’s Christmas Day, and this post is apt. I feel that pull of wanting my children by my side – especially since they’ve spread their wings and moved to other parts of the world. Three sons have settled in the west, while my daughter has moved to Europe for a year. Often, I dream of them, and am woken up at times by their cries, as though some part of them from early childhood still seeks comfort from me.

The Queen of Wands is all about gathering loved ones close for gentle nurturing.  While my children are grown up and in need of little parenting, I’ve  taken up caring for dogs and cats as an outlet for my mother energy. This maternal instinct was put to the test today when I took my dogs for a walk in the woods – and they took off on me! Whether it was a deer or rabbit to which they gave chase or simply a desire to find the far corners of the acreage on which they run, they were gone.

Brokenhearted and panicky, I went home after a half hour of fruitless searching and calling. Some Christmas Day this would be, I thought. What if a fisher or a car got to the dogs before we did? My husband, Paul, and I went back out to search some more. I took the car for a drive around the 200 acre woods’ edge to ensure they hadn’t wandered onto the road.

Eventually, Taz and Diesel were found at the far end of the woods by Paul. I arrived home later on, thrilled to hear their welcoming barks when I came in the door. There could be no better Christmas present!

So, on this Christmas Day, may you feel the nurturing energy of Mother Energy in whatever form she finds you. Let her hold you close and comfort you when you feel lost and alone. That universal energy is always here, loving you and assisting you in finding your path to the Light.

Blessings to all,

Bonita

Not again – This time, I’m revisiting the Queen of Pentacles!

You have to wonder how likely is it that you can shuffle the same deck of cards and pull out the same card. This marks the second time in the last week I’ve pulled the Queen of Pentacles, and I just pulled the ten of swords two days in a row! To stay true to the process of giving a daily determination about the card I select, I’m going with the card I draw each day, promising to expand on the meaning of the card if I draw the same one. I was surprised though to draw the same cards twice in the same week.

To this end, watch your life for synchronicities, repeating patterns, seeing the same object repeatedly. The universe is sending a strong message. I always say, if you see it three times, sit up and take notice.

Here’s a fun experiment: do several different spreads in a row and see how often at least one of the cards you turn up is the same. I’ve done readings where the same card shows up two spreads in a row and in the same location.

To balance out the Queen of Pentacles, be sure to bring compassion into play. When abundance comes your way, remember that it’s always a flow in and out. So, be sure to give where you can of your time if not your money. It’s all about the energy exchange.

Consider whether there is balance in your life in terms of spiritual and material emphasis. Are you so focused on paying the bills and putting the holidays together that you’ve not taken time out for your spiritual practice? Be sure to enjoy the etheric as well as the tangible things in life!

Tarot Card of the Day – Queen of Pentacles

The Aquatic Tarot. Author/Artist: ©Andreas Schröter 1995-2002

Got your eye on some special Christmas goodies? At this time of year, we get a thrill at the thought of what might lie under the tree to be opened on Christmas Day. Either that, or we’re already getting our list together for the Boxing Day sales.

The Queen of Pentacles is all about the bling. She’s focused on having and acquiring the good things in the material realm. There’s nothing wrong with wanting to enjoy the riches that the earth has for us. In fact, it’s part of our experience as humans in the physical realm to experience sensual pleasure. However, we must balance satisfaction of our desires with the needs of others and of our planet.

Take time to find simple ways to thrill your sensual self, whether that is in taking time with your loved ones, going for a walk in the woods, or enjoying a good meal. Take what you will to enjoy yourself, but be sure to give back too. The queen cards also represent the maternal, so remember to take care of the ultimate mother – Earth – and find ways to give back to her at the same time that you enjoy her treasures.