“The long, dark teatime of the soul isn’t nearly as romantic as on imagines.” Barbara Moore 

((Nine of Swords. The Steampunk Tarot, Moore and Fell.)) 

Worried? Losing sleep? Too much on your mind?

KNOCK IT OFF!!!!!

REMINDER: The Nine of Swords arrives to remind you it is completely unnecessary to worry yourself with made-up-coulda-shoulda-woulda-whatif. You are creating these worries for yourself, and they are NOT serving you. Knock it off immediately; you have important work to do and you  need that energy – stop squandering it!!!. 

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“Is a penny saved always a penny earned, or is it sometimes a penny wasted?” Barbara Moore 

((The Steampunk Tarot, Moore and Fell))

Welcome to Monday!!!

Let’s start the week off right; take a good look at your resources – are you investing in yourself?

Or are you so busy saving for that “rainy day” you have failed to notice you are already wet?

The New Moon in Virgo occurs this week; setting intentions for what you want to manifest in your life is always a step in the right direction but unless you back it up with a practical plan, you may find it difficult to actualize. Virgo energy is all about rolled-up sleeves and practical, physical investment – make sure you have the tools you need for the project at hand. ((NOTE: I am NOT saying you should not save money, or savings is unimportant, or rainy days are not worth planning. I AM saying you must be willing to invest in yourself as generously as you can because – now get this! – you need it most.))

This is your week – make it what you will!!! 

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((The Steampunk Tarot, Moore and Fell)) 

Manifestation. Respite. Solitude.

Well, we have reached the last official weekend of Summer; it’s all apples, maple, pecans and pumpkins after this – I hope you are ready!!!

I’m sure not.

Not because I love Summer (although I do), or I dread Winter (which I do not) but because I canNOT believe how quickly 2017 is drawing towards its close.

Time sure flies when you are moving from crisis to crisis every damn day!

Since it really does not look as if there will be any let-up any time soon, let’s focus on what we can do; this weekend draws us towards the New Moon (09/20/17, 12:11 AM CST, Tuesday night/Wednesday morning), an ideal time to plan, and plant, what we want to manifest in our lives. Why? Because here’s the great thing about the New Moon:

It’s a new chance each and every time!

Take the weekend to survey the results of your previous New Moon intentions, feel free to make any tweaks or changes you feel may be right for you, and prepare for next week. What you do, how you do it, what you hope to gain, are all entirely up to you so feel free to keep your own counsel(in fact, The Hermit encourages it!); no one is entitled to your intentions but you.

And as always, be happy, safe, and well. Enjoy your weekend!

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“Thank you for your kind aid. Instead of devouring you, I will serve you.” Barbara Moore

((The Steampunk Tarot, Moore and Fell))

What is Strength? The power to dominate? The willingness to help? The courage to fight? The ability to heal? All of it? None of it? A combination?

Whatever you feel defines Strength, chances are you have grown to equate it with endurance – a not unimportant aspect of Strength – and the ability to withstand rather than change an uncomfortable situation. And as we all know, Strength is often hidden. 

Keep your eyes open; look for Strength in unexpected ways, unexpected places, and unexpected people. Allow what you find to buoy and humble you, and know you are not alone.

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“I could not have made a better choice.” Barbara Moore

((The Steampunk Tarot, Moore and Fell))

Something I have learned about The Lovers; I have never seen them face each other eye to eye.

Why?

Because Love does not come with any guarantees, and neither do The Lovers. If you follow your heart, you can get hurt. If you follow your mind, you can miss out on something important. But if you follow the energy, tune in to the vibrations, you will likely make the right choice in the moment. 

For a beautiful glimpse of unfortunate love results, courtesy of YouTube, Jane Russell, and Marilyn Monroe bring you the following, from Gentlemen Prefer Blondes:

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“Knowing where you are is important. Knowing where you are supposed to be is imperative.” Barbara Moore

((The Steampunk Tarot, Moore and Fell))

Like it or not, change is inevitable.

The important question – the only real question – remains:

What will you do about it?

Will you dig in? Will you run away? Will you make new plans?

Will you stick around to see what happens next?

And as always, not choosing is a choice!

BON VOYAGE!!!

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“Show him the plans and the numbers…and maybe, just maybe, you’ll find a patron.” Barbara Moore

((The Steampunk Tarot, Moore and Fell))

Let’s kick off the week with further plans to further your project(s); time to invest your resources in yourself!

Are you an artist? Buy more supplies. Are you a writer? Upgrade your computer. Whatever your project, whatever your skills, whatever your practical needs to move forward, this is the week to invest your resources – time, money, engagement – in yourself.

((NOTE: This is not a suggestion to squander funds! If you have a practical plan for your project – and you certainly should have by now – you already know what you need and where to find it; your investment in yourself should be mindful.))

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((The Steampunk Tarot, Moore and Fell))

Grief. Need. Nostalgia.

Like it or not, sometimes we must step back to deal with our own healing. This is self-care; we cannot be healthy and whole if we ignore the broken pieces of ourselves. Take time this weekend to look closely at your inner needs – where are you harboring grief, pain, want?

It is time to start the process of setting yourself free.

• There is no cure for grief; you must experience it, then let it go. There is no more benefit to resisting grief than there is to wallowing in it; you must release it to run its course, and be on its way – you do not need to keep it for yourself.
• What do you need? Take a good long look, decide what you need, seek it out. NOTE: Do not be afraid to ask for help. If you know someone can help you, ask them to help you. No matter how bad you think it is, you do not have to be alone – help is available, ask for it.
• Where is your happy place? What memories provide shelter to you when you need it? Allow those memories to escort you through your grief and pain; do not hide in the happy memories, allow them to soothe you as you go through your process.

Please keep in mind you may not be able to complete this process in a day, a week, a month – it takes however long it takes. Also, you may discover you need professional assistance to work some things out; there is no shame in this, and quality assistance is available in a myriad of forms – if you look for what you need, you will find it.

REMINDER: Do not forget the  other aspects of your self-care; get plenty of rest, drink tea, do yoga, meditate, eat nourishing foods, take long showers (or soak in an herbal bath), wear clean and comfy clothes. Care for yourself in all the best ways you know work for you.

And as always, be happy, safe, and well. Love and Light to all!

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“A little shift in perception, that’s all that was needed.” Barbara Moore

((The Steampunk Tarot, Moore and Fell))

The Hanged Man is actively waiting for whatever comes next; it does not matter what he knows, or what he wants to do, or where he wants to go – he must wait.

TAKEAWAY: This is not a good week for impetuous behavior. Be patient. The action will pick up soon enough, and there will be plenty of time and opportunities to roll your sleeves and get things done. Just not now; Mercury is just out of retrograde – give it a few days to shake out before you push forward on projects, major purchases, and job decisions.

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