Autumn Poems #1

Posted on September 27, 2018 by randomyriad

Leaves of Fire

burn at the ends of branches

reaching into the air

tearing in into the world

consuming the evergrowing tree

that draws fuel from the earth

from roots searching deep in soil

coiled, locked around rocks

dissolving into fluid stone

feeding the flaming tree,

star light and elements

all the same stuff

broken and burned

into the sky.

 

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Where is the door

we wandered out of at the beginning

into this world crowded with

sensation?  Each experience

a door into another world

and more doors.

The return is never through

the same doors.

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Tarot #38: Defeat, time to cut losses, fall back, and reassess

Posted on September 26, 2018 by randomyriad

You can’t win ’em all.

And, if you could what would you learn from that?

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It could be that you are in denial about some aspect of your life that you are hanging on to. The longer you cling to the false hope the higher the ultimate cost to you and perhaps others will be.

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The fates are against you in this losing cause; it is time to wake up to the facts. You have lost and must negotiate a surrender will allow you to spare you and those you fight with the worst of the consequences.

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You might be involved in an escalating conflict in which pride or vanity is at stake that may end up becoming dangerous in a more physical or emotional way and you need to call a halt to it and come to terms with the other party before it gets too serious.

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Careful examination of facts in their proper order to determine the appropriate action. All consideration must be taken to abide by the law and tradition or create a new ritual to retain order.

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Accepting defeat is not the end of any important cause,  just the beginning of rising out of smoke and dust wiser for the experience earned in the struggle imbued with the energy of justice denied. Or, you may walk away to find more winnable battles.

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Tarot #37: Knight/King of Swords, an arrow aimed true, speeding to the target.

Posted on September 25, 2018 by randomyriad

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A person driven with utter focus on a clearly attainable goal. The knight uses cunning and diplomacy, intimidation and stamina to achieve the object of passion. This is not a hot passion, but a strategic or tactical objective that is set through clear planning and launched with the energy of the well trained steed that the knight rides into battle.

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There is a certain amount of potential violence, but only as much as is necessary to achieve the goal. There is no malice or mayhem in the rider only efficiency and a sense of urgency. Anyone blocking the path will be moved out of the way or cut down.

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” Between the arising and dying of thoughts I enter a place of stillness”

Tarot by Margarete Peterson

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Master the wild mind and clear away the cobwebs of fear and doubt. Detach yourself from the future and past. You have become the attainment of the goal, you only need to set the plan in motion.

You are presented with a goal that will take all your skill and energy to attain, once you commit there will be consequences for failure. Plan well, but do not second guess your ability to achieve your objective. You are in a position where you must maintain focus and keep your wits about you to succeed. You will be tested and, without hesitation, have to drive through fears to get to where you want to be. Get on your horse and ride like the wind with your eyes and mind open to deal with whatever comes up.

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 “The sentiment may perceive and love the universe, but the universe cannot perceive and love the sentiment. The universe sees no distinction between the multitude of creatures and elements which comprise it. All are equal. None is favoured. The universe, equipped with nothing but the materials and the power of creation, continues to create: something of this, something of that. It cannot control what it creates and it cannot, it seems, be controlled by its creations (though a few might deceive themselves otherwise). Those who curse the workings of the universe curse that which is deaf. Those who strike out at those workings fight that which is inviolate. Those who shake their fists, shake their fists at blind stars.”
― Michael Moorcock, The Knight of the Swords

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Representing clear scientific reason applied actively in the world or a person who works in this way or makes their way through life observing and problem-solving with an analytical focus.

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Tarot #36: Cruelty, the nightmare of obsession

Posted on September 24, 2018 by randomyriad

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When we imagine the worst case outcomes of possible futures, we are likely to create nightmares of stress and may even become monstrous ourselves and lash out at those we care for.

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Tortured by doubts and false premonitions, you have become frozen in horror and unable to rest or take care of those you love.

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There are deeds from your paste haunting you driving you to acts of violence. Cruelty begets cruelty until the chain is broken by forgiveness or compassion. It is necessary to forgive yourself or focus your thoughts in a more positive direction. Remember thoughts are not reality until they are made real by obsession or persistent labor or practice. You can remove the power from a vision or memory by confronting it and moving past it.

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 Wheel of Change Interpretation

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The combination of thought and action: like the wind thoughts move through the world from person to person over the internet like a wave to change our world. Ideas are there to make use when captured they produce power to move the machinery the mind as well as creating vortices of synthesis.

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Tarot #35: Princess/Page of Cups, the grace of the living waters flows through her being

Posted on September 23, 2018 by randomyriad

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Look for intuitive creativity to bring you closer to people around you. Pay attention to other people’s ideas they may be the start of collaboration on projects that involve creating community or connections that are healing in nature.

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you have the ability to love and serve others without becoming involved in their drama. Loving without binding or indulging in competition or struggle for control. You are fed emotionally by giving comfort and care or a listening ear.

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the perfect person to be in charge of caring for and rehabilitation of the ill or injured, you will be firm when it is necessary while providing compassionate care. Representing the fruitful combination of earth and water, providing a basis for growth and healing, but maintaining objectivity while being committed to the nourishment of life.

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This is time of emotional balance and stability from which it is possible to secure relationships and build trust with others and make connections that will last a lifetime.

 

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