Astrology and Tarot

Eight of Swords

Helplessness · Apathy · Inhibitions In the Eight of Swords, a woman is tied up, blindfolded, and trapped in a prison of swords. She's exposed the raw elements, and the comforts of home are far off in the distance. Water is puddling around her feet, representing the wallowing in her own emotions. The sky is… Continue reading Eight of Swords

Astrology and Tarot

January 31 – February 6, 2019: Four of Swords

Sundown this Friday, February 1st, marks the start of Imbolc, a Sabbat knowns as Brigid’s Day that lasts through February 2nd. This is precisely the halfway point between the winter solstice and the spring equinox. The harsh, cold winter is starting to give way. The sun sets just a bit later every day. This is… Continue reading January 31 – February 6, 2019: Four of Swords

Astrology and Tarot

December 6-12, 2018: Two of Swords

A young woman sits on a cold, stone bench. This is a stage card, because it's drawn to look as though she is sitting on a stage. This means that the point of view of the audience, of other people, affects her position. The water and rocky land behind her suggest that the path is… Continue reading December 6-12, 2018: Two of Swords