Midwestern Mystic

We're on Day 3 of Hilary's #5daysoftarot challenge - today's topic was the Little White Book.  It was a timely discussion and my Intuition gave me a high-5 for following through on getting back into the cards.  I'm loving the approach of this challenge, and feel like I'm more comfortable than ever with my deck.   My card of the day is the Father of Wands.  My interpretation of this card today is that there is a strong energy, and that it's time to start taking action in creative ways.  It's time to start chasing the dreams I say I want.   If it doesn't work out, or the vision changes - that's ok, but it's time to step forward - the time for indecision has passed, get a move on. 

It's day 2 of the #5daysoftarot challenge, created and hosted by Hilary !  If you haven't joined yet, it's not too late - there are 3 more days to go....scoot on over here to get started.  Today she covered reversals - and her approach put me at ease. I've read tarot using and not using them....but I've always wondered what 'proper etiquette' is around reversals. Now I'm feeling more relaxed when it comes to seeing a reversed card in a reading! Ironically enough....as I was shuffling my deck (I'm using t his one ) - a reversed Justice shot out of my hands.  Shaking my head, I giggled - because of course that would happen.  I opted to actively draw a card, and set Justice reversed aside.  My card of the day was the Father of Swords.  There's a lot happening in my life behind the scenes right now, and both of these cards are spot on.  I've been giving more weight to some decisions then necessary...to the point that I'm holdi...

This 5 day card-a-day challenge by tarotbyhilary is just what I needed to get back in the swing of things.  Today she gave some historical background on tarot cards and decks - I loved it!  She also touches briefly on shuffling...something I tend to second-guess myself on, due to my tiny hands.   I'm using the Wild Unknown Deck (first edition), by Kim Krans .  This was my first deck, and will always have a special place in my heart.  It's the one I come back to, time and again...especially when I feel like I can't quite get my footing in life. This particular Mercury Retrograde has been pretty heavy, so it's comforting to get back to something familiar.  The card I drew today was the Ace of Wands.  I can't think of a more beautiful way to start this challenge!  The card is brilliantly colored, and to me - gives off a new beginnings vibe.  Perfect for not only this challenge - but my life in general right now....

Consider this your official invitation to join the Tarot by Hillary (free!) 5-day challenge .  If you're just starting to dip your toes into the ocean of Tarot, this is a great place to start.  If you're a Tarot pro - this is still a great challenge - because you will have the opportunity to see how others interpret cards, as well as offer your own insight! I'm planning to post my card and interpretation here daily - as well as on Instagram .  It's been a hectic 6 months for me, so I'm participating in the #5daysoftarot challenge as a way to get back into consistent practice.  I've worked with my cards once or twice a week, instead of daily - so it will be good to get back on that track. I participated privately in this challenge last year, and LOVED it.  Hillary is a beautiful soul, who also hosts #tarotrap on Twitter (if you haven't checked that out, you should!).  I've followed her for quite awhile now...and even though I'm not v...