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You are gifted with the ability to give and receive unconditional love and acceptance. INVITATION Take the hand of friendship extended to you now. Join with others for camaraderie, companionship, and, potentially, love. CHALLENGE The Challenge is reaching out to others for support when it’s the last thing you feel like doing. Don’t endure your struggles alone. You are loved. Hint: the Gift is the key to overcoming the Challenge Learn more about the 4 of Wands here
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Today’s Community Tarot Card is the 2 of Wands. Decisions, decisions! Whatever you begin now will not detract from anything else in your life, so go for it. There is no downside. Each Tarot card offers us a Gift, Invitation and Challenge. Before you read on, decide if you want to know what Gift, Invitation, or Challenge the 2 of Wands has for you. Please let us know in the comments what your choice was and how the answer applies to you.
Image description: The 2 of Wands from the Universal Waite Tarot deck. The card shows a well-dressed figure in a tan tunic and tights, a red hat, a brown robe, and brown boots. Traditionally this character is meant to be a wealthy merchant watching their ships depart the port. They stand looking out to sea from a balcony with an air of patience. They are shown in profile, a world globe held in their right hand, close to their face. A tall staff with its base resting on the balcony wall is in their left hand. A second staff is permanently fixed to the wall behind them. Below, a calm ocean bay curves towards purple-tinged mountains on the far side. Fields dotted with trees and 2 red-roofed buildings are in the foreground. GIFT You can achieve anything right now. You have an opportunity to make your mark on the world. INVITATION You are invited to assert your personal power. Go after the things you truly want with confidence and passion. CHALLENGE The risk here is being foolhardy and trusting to fate or destiny rather than making a plan and working the plan. Be careful that confidence doesn’t become arrogance Today's Community Tarot Card is the King of Wands. To achieve success today, have the courage of your convictions and speak the truth, even if the truth is uncomfortable for you or for the person hearing it. Be bold!
Each Tarot card offers us a Gift, Invitation and Challenge. Before you read on, decide if you want to know which one the King of Wands has for you today. Please let us know in the comments what your choice was and how the answer applies to you. About the image: The King of Wands Tarot card from the Universal Tarot deck. The King sits on a golden throne decorated with black lions and salamanders. A tall Wand in their right hand has green leaves shooting from the top. Their left hand rests on the upper left thigh, their face is in profile as they look away from the viewer. In a posture of upright alertness, they regard the Wand. Dressed in a long red robe and green shoes, a chartreuse coloured cape decorated with salamanders rests over their shoulders. A gold crown is atop red hair, and a gold lion’s head is on a chain around their neck. A live salamander shares the bottom right-hand corner of the platform, looking up at the King. Gift The Gift of the King of Wands is found when you direct confidence, boldness, and passion at your goal. You can now easily attract the resources and people needed to achieve your goal. Invitation The King of Wands invites you to step into a leadership role and inspire others to follow your vision. Challenge The Challenge of the King of Wands is to be wary of squandering your energy instead of zeroing in on your goals. Stay grounded and focused for success. (Hint: the Gift is the grace that is already given to you, or available to you, to overcome the Challenge, so if you chose the Gift, also see the Challenge.) #TarotCraft #KingOfWands #DailyTarotReading #AllisonJeanTarotCraft Today’s Community Tarot Card is the Queen of Wands. A skilful Queen of Wands leads by uplifting and inspiring people to be more than they thought they could ever be. Express this energy towards those around you today.
Each Tarot card holds a Gift, an Invitation, and a Challenge. Before you read on, chose which of these offerings the Queen of Wands has for you today, then read on for the reveal. Please let us know in the comments what your choice was and how the answer applies to you. About the image: The Queen of Wands from the Universal Waite Tarot deck. The Queen sits on an orange throne decorated with sunflowers and red lions. The arms of the throne are supported by carved lions. A living cat, regarding the viewer, sits at the base of the Wand the Queen holds in their right hand. The Wand is a slender tree branch as tall as the throne, its base resting by The Queen's feet. The regent’s left hand holds a sunflower by the stem; they gaze over the top of it. Their head, bearing a golden crown, is turned towards it. Over a flowing yellow robe a white cape is pinned together at the throat with a brooch featuring the face of a fox. Behind the Queen is a desert with golden pyramid shapes to the right of the throne, and barren land on the left. GIFT Your words and actions impact others deeply, so focus on elevating and encouraging those around you. You have the golden touch and can make, or break, the day someone is having. INVITATION It may be tempting to throw things aside and start over, but persistence will bring success. CHALLENGE Lead by inspiration, not by force. This applies to all areas of life – family, friends, lovers and work. (If you if you chose the Challenge, the Gift also applies because it is something you already within you, or access to, that will help you overcome the Challenge.) #TarotCraft #QueenOfWands #DailyTarotReading #AllisonJeanTarotCraft Today’s Community Tarot Card is the 8 of Wands. Things are moving forward rapidly. For best results today, go with the flow!
About the image: The 8 of Wands from the Universal Waite Tarot deck. This is the only card in the Minor Arcana series that 'doesn't show people (or parts of people, in the case of the Aces). Eight slender tree branches fly through a blue sky. Depending on your perspective, they could be taking off or landing. As in all the Wands cards, green shoots sprout from the tip and sides. A river surrounded by green fields and trees is in the background; there is a castle on a hill in the far distance. Each Tarot card offers us a Gift, Invitation, and Challenge. Before you read on, decide if you want to know which one the 8 of Wands has for you today. Please let us know in the comments what your choice was and how the answer applies to you. Gift The Gift of the 8 of Wands is clarity and discernment. Trust yourself to choose the right path from the opportunities before you. Invitation The Invitation of the 8 of Wands is to move forward quickly and with confidence. There is no time to lose! Challenge The Challenge of the 8 of Wands is the discernment to know the right time to make your move. Too soon, and you will fall short of the target. Too late, and the target will have moved. (Hint: the Gift is the grace that is already given us to overcome the Challenge, so if you chose the Challenge, also see the Gift.) #TarotCraft #EightOfWands #DailyTarotReading #AllisonJeanTarotCraft Read more about the 8 of Wands here. The 6 of Wands Tarot card from the Universal Waite Tarot deck. A figure wearing a brown cape with an orange shirt and yellow tunic rides a horse among a cheering crowd. A crown of laurel leaves has been placed on their short, brown hair. They are shown in profile and looking slightly towards the background, away from the viewer. The horse has a red halter and wears a green robe trimmed with red around the neck. The reins are made of green fabric with a pattern of red flames, fire being the element of the suite of Wands. The horse has a rather shifty look in it's eyes. One hand holds the reins, and the other holds a long, slim tree branch Wand with another laurel crown tied to its tip with a red ribbon. As in all the Wands cards, green leaves are sprouting from the tips of the Wands, indicating growth and fertility. In the background, there are three figures holding Wands, and the tops of two other Wands, presumably held by other, obscured figures. The laurel crown on their head is a symbol of success, victory and achievements earned. The laurel tied to the wand indicates more success to come. Today’s Community Tarot Card is the 6 of Wands. Take some time today to reflect on your successes so far. You’re doing great! Well done!
About the image: The 6 of Wands Tarot card from the Universal Waite Tarot deck. A figure wearing a brown cape with an orange shirt and yellow tunic rides a horse among a cheering crowd. A crown of laurel leaves has been placed on their short, brown hair. They are shown in profile and looking slightly towards the background, away from the viewer. The horse has a red halter and wears a green robe trimmed with red around the neck. The reins are made of green fabric with a pattern of red flames, fire being the element of the suite of Wands. The horse has a rather shifty look in it's eyes. One hand holds the reins, and the other holds a long, slim tree branch Wand with another laurel crown tied to its tip with a red ribbon. As in all the Wands cards, green leaves are sprouting from the tips of the Wands, indicating growth and fertility. In the background, there are three figures holding Wands, and the tops of two other Wands, presumably held by other, obscured figures. The laurel crown on their head is a symbol of success, victory and achievements earned. The laurel tied to the wand indicates more success to come. Each Tarot card offers us a Gift, Invitation, and Challenge. Before you read on, decide if you want to know which one the 6 of Wands has for you today. Please let us know in the comments what your choice was and how the answer applies to you. Gift The Gift of the 6 of Wands is the opportunity to attain your heart's desire through perseverance. Invitation The Invitation of the 6 of Wands is to stop and reflect on your journey to date. Give yourself credit for a job well done. Challenge The Challenge of the 6 of Wands is to not let yourself fall victim to a false sense of pride or arrogance. Pride comes before a fall. (Hint: the Gift is the grace that is already given us to overcome the Challenge, so if you chose the Challenge, also see the Gift.) #TarotCraft #SixOfWands #DailyTarotReading #AllisonJeanTarotCraft Read more about the 6 of Wands here. The 7 of Wands from the Universal Waite Tarot deck. A figure with short, wavy dark hair holds a long, slender wand made from a tree branch in both hands. One end is pointing up and the other down, as though thrusting it at someone in front of them. Wearing a green tunic over a yellow shirt and orange tights, they made the odd choice of one brown boot and one brown shoe. They stand on a slight hill of green grass; a small stream of water flows from the back of the card to the front. The background is a blue sky. In the foreground, we see the top halves of six wands. The figure has a look of exertion and alertness on their face. Today’s Community Tarot Card is the 7 of Wands. You may be making mountains out of molehills today. Take a breather or ask a wise friend for advice. Getting twisted up over potentially nothing won’t help you today, friend.
About the image: The 7 of Wands from the Universal Waite Tarot deck. A figure with short, wavy dark hair holds a long, slender wand made from a tree branch in both hands. One end is pointing up and the other down, as though thrusting it at someone in front of them. Wearing a green tunic over a yellow shirt and orange tights, they made the odd choice of one brown boot and one brown shoe. They stand on a slight hill of green grass; a small stream of water flows from the back of the card to the front. The background is a blue sky. In the foreground, we see the top halves of six wands. The figure has a look of exertion and alertness on their face. Each Tarot card offers us a Gift, Invitation, and Challenge. Before you read on, decide if you want to know which one the 7 of Wands has for you today. Please let us know in the comments what your choice was and how the answer applies to you. Gift The Gift of this card is found when you hold true to your values the courage of your convictions. Invitation The Invitation of this card is to be clear about what it is you want and to take action to get it, even if the path before you seems arduous. Challenge The Challenge of this card is persistence in finding a way forward, despite your anxiety and indecision. (Hint: the Gift is the grace that is already given us to overcome the Challenge, so if you chose the Challenge, also see the Gift.) #TarotCraft #SevenOfWands #DailyTarotReading #AllisonJeanTarotCraft Read more about the 7 of Wands here. The 5 of Wands Tarot card from the Universal Waite tarot deck. Five figures hold five long, slim tree branches. The branches have green leaves sprouting from their tips and upper halves. At first glance, it might seem that the five characters are fighting with the wands. Closer inspection reveals relaxed body language and facial expressions that are focused but not angry. They may be play fighting, trying to work out how to put something together, or simply at the mercy of undirected energy. The figures stand on the grass. Two pairs of them seem to look at each other, with the fifth looking up. Today’s Community Tarot Card is the 5 of Wands. There is an opportunity to make a change and start afresh if you choose to. There is magickal energy available to you now that can get a "stuck" situation moving.
About the image: The 5 of Wands Tarot card from the Universal Waite tarot deck. Five figures hold five long, slim tree branches. The branches have green leaves sprouting from their tips and upper halves. At first glance, it might seem that the five characters are fighting with the wands. Closer inspection reveals relaxed body language and facial expressions that are focused but not angry. They may be play fighting, trying to work out how to put something together, or simply at the mercy of undirected energy. The figures stand on the grass. Two pairs of them seem to look at each other, with the fifth looking up. Each Tarot card offers us a Gift, Invitation, and Challenge. Before you read on, decide if you want to know which one the 5 of Wands has for you today. Please let us know in the comments what your choice was and how the answer applies to you. Gift The Gift of this card is that others are ready and willing to help you and put their resources at your disposal. Invitation The Invitation of this card is to implement a strategy when working with others to achieve your desired outcome. Things can't be left to chance. Challenge The Challenge of this card is to be careful of wasted energy. You need to control and direct where energy is going and how it is being used to achieve a beneficial outcome. (Hint: the Gift is the grace that is already given us to overcome the Challenge, so if you chose the Challenge, also see the Gift.) #TarotCraft #FiveOfWands#DailyTarotReading #AllisonJeanTarotCraft Read more about the 5 of Wands here. Today’s TarotCraft Community Tarot Card is the Page of Wands. Enthusiasm and optimism will bring success today, and hopefully, some good news!
About the image: In the midst of a desert, a child holds a tall, slender tree branch a little taller than themselves. They are in profile, looking at the Wand. They wear a white hat trimmed in front with a red feather, a short yellow tunic decorated with black salamanders, red tights, yellow boots, and a cape lined with red fabric. Their head is tilted gazing toward the sprouting top of the Wand. One foot is slightly forward, knee bent, about to take a step. In the distance are pyramids. Each Tarot card offers us a Gift, an Invitation, and a Challenge. Before you read on, decide which one the Page of Wands has for you today. Please let us know in the comments what your choice was and how the answer applies to you. Gift Embrace simplicity. take time out to just be in the moment, unconcerned about what has been or what comes next. Invitation Look at things with new eyes. Seek fresh perspectives and novel solutions. Keep it simple. Challenge You may be overthinking something and frittering away energy. It's time to re-group and refresh. (Hint: the Gift is the grace that is already given us to overcome the Challenge, so if you chose the Challenge, also see the Gift.) #TarotCraft #PageOfWands #DailyTarotReading #AllisonJeanTarotCraft Daily Divination: Welcome to Groundhog Day! Old patterns are playing themselves out today, but you have the opportunity to see it and change it.
Each Tarot card offers us a Gift, Invitation, and Challenge. Before you read on, decide if you want to know which one the 10 of Wands has for you today. GIFT You have the focus and stamina to achieve your goals right now. The end is in sight so press on! INVITATION You are being invited to consider a different way of doing things. Your efforts to date have not given you the results you want, so go back to the drawing board and look for other options. CHALLENGE As the saying goes, when the going gets tough, the tough get going. Even though you are facing difficulties and may not get the big win you are hoping for in the short term, it’s worth regrouping and finding a new way to tackle the problem at hand. (Hint: the Gift is the grace that is already given us to overcome the Challenge, so if you chose the Challenge, also see the Gift.) #TarotCraft #TenOfWands #DailyTarotReading #AllisonJeanTarotCraft |
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