The Lovers - Reversed…

Tension has surfaced in your partnership in an unexpected way. Underneath the surface, unspoken feelings may be building — perhaps resentment, disappointment, or quiet emotional distance. One of you may feel unseen or undervalued, or there may be a truth that’s been too difficult to voice. While it's tempting to look away or shut down, now is the time to lean in.

Resist the urge to place blame or retreat into silence. Instead, reflect honestly: What role have I played in this disconnection? This isn’t about fault — it’s about understanding. Healing begins when both people feel acknowledged, but someone has to lead with vulnerability.

Today may have been heavy, but it's behind you now. Tomorrow brings a clean slate. Step into it with open eyes and an open heart — you just might find the clarity and connection you’ve been needing.

"The course of true love never did run smooth."
— William Shakespeare, A Midsummer Night’s Dream

The Lovers (Reversed) - Art by Elizabeth Ford

Six of Swords and Reversed Justice…

You might be setting off on a journey in search of a better environment—one where you feel safe and supported. Although peace and welcoming opportunities lie ahead, you may still feel disoriented upon arrival. The truth is, you’ve changed. The way you think about people, situations, and life as a whole has shifted. What once felt right may now seem completely off, and things you once avoided might now feel aligned. Your inner compass has been recalibrated, and you're seeing the world through a new lens—for a reason. So, if what you thought you wanted is waiting for you but no longer feels right, that’s okay. Don’t hesitate to shake things up until it all genuinely fits who you are now.

“Changing your values doesn’t make you a hypocrite—it makes you honest about who you are now.”— Brené Brown

The Six of Swords and Reversed Justice from The Dreaming Way Tarot by Rome Choi

Nine of Pentacles…

Thursday Mid-Day Pep Talk from the Cards - -
Take a moment to close your eyes and remember a time when everything felt aligned — when what you needed was within reach and your confidence was unshakable. Think back to that vibrant version of yourself, full of joy, bright hope, and fearless energy.

Now open your eyes, friends — that spark, that powerful you, is still right there beneath the surface. So let them out! Let that bold, colorful self take the lead today. Channel that memory, that magic, into whatever you’re doing right now.

Don’t tuck away your shine — strut, play, and let the world see what you’re made of.

Happy Thursday!

"In a world of pigeons, be a peacock." – Unknown

The Nine of Pentacles from Mystic Mondays Tarot by Grace Duong

Queen of Pentacles (Reversed) and Ace of Cups…

Hey Queens – Sometimes the real strength lies in surrendering control—not over your entire kingdom, but just enough to see the new possibilities waiting for you. You don’t have to carry the weight of everyone else’s world on your shoulders. And honestly, why should you?

Constantly working to uphold a certain lifestyle can drain your spirit. Letting go—even just a little—can open the door to something deeper. Emotional fulfillment is out there, and it might not come from people or possessions, but from a place of pure love and true peace.

So, what’s stopping you? Step away from the throne. Set down the crown. Open yourself to something far greater than you ever imagined.

“Your heart knows the way. Run in that direction.” – Rumi

The Queen of Pentacles (Reversed) and the Ace of Cups from The Dreaming Way Tarot by Rome Choi

Seven of Swords & Page of Cups…

What someone may have taken from you hasn’t truly touched the core of who you are. In truth, you’re lighter without the weight of what they tried to sneak away with. Your curious, creative spirit is meant for a far more vibrant life—one free from the gray, deceptive energy they brought. They might believe they’ve gotten away with something, but others saw their actions and understand the real story. Embrace your freedom like a child on holiday—joyful, unburdened, and wide open to the beauty ahead. Life is brighter now that they’re no longer in your space.

"Walking away from a deceiver doesn’t mean you lost them—it means you found your worth."– Unknown

The Seven of Swords and the Page of Cups from The Slow Tarot by Lacey Bryant

Judgement (Reversed)…

You are not who you once were—but you are not yet who you’re becoming.

There is a part of you that knows change is necessary. You may feel the rumble of it beneath the surface—old patterns shedding, beliefs cracking, truths rising like embers. But instead of leaping into the fire of rebirth, the Phoenix within you lies still, eyes open, heart wary. Though still, you are not stagnant. The Phoenix waits not because it is weak, but because it is wise. You are gathering strength, insight, and self-trust for the leap ahead. Meditate on your inner Phoenix. What does your personal fire look like? What are you ready to burn away—and what is longing to rise?

“From the ashes, a fire shall be woken, a light from the shadows shall spring.”— J.R.R. Tolkien

The Judgement Card Reversed - image found on the Astromatrix Tarot Site

The Moon…

Do not cast your wish upon a star — no, instead - turn your heart to the Moon. When you wish on the Moon, you are not asking for certainty — you are surrendering to the unknown. You are saying: “Let the path unfold, even if I cannot see it.” The moon guides you not with clarity, but with mystery. The Moon cycles — waxing, waning — just like your hopes. She reminds you that growth is not linear. Sometimes your wish must first dissolve before it can re-form. Sometimes the answer comes not in brightness, but in dreams, symbols, and half-understood signs. The path stretches ahead, between the towers of certainty and confusion.

Your wish, made in moonlight, will not come with guarantees. But it will come with magic.

“Wishes are memories coming from our future.”
– Rainer Maria Rilke

The Moon from Deck of Luminaries Tarot by Alex & Chris Lumain

The King of Wands and The Reversed Ace of Pentacles…

Someone with an almost incendiary power has placed a tempting offer before you—one that glows with promise. And yet, you hesitate. Do you truly want this? What once looked like gold now flickers with the warning signs of a slow-burning trap. The heat is building, pressing you to make a move, and already, the sweat is forming.

But pause—are you about to step into a flame that’s not your own? This path may serve their ambition, not your growth. You deserve space to expand, to burn brightly on your own terms—not to be consumed by someone else's blaze.

Whatever’s being offered, it hides too many smoldering pitfalls. Maybe it’s wiser to walk away before you're scorched.

"Fire is never a gentle master."– Proverb

The King of Wands and the Reversed Ace of Pentacles from the Dark Wood Tarot by Sasha Graham

Judgement…

Today’s energy has been inviting you to rise into a more elevated version of yourself. Did you hear it call? Imagine you are standing before a great stained glass window—tall, ancient, and luminous. By itself, the glass is cold and fragmented: jagged reds, sorrowful blues, muted golds. From one angle, it’s chaos. But as light pours through, the pieces awaken. What once seemed broken now tells a coherent story.

You're being called to look at your life not as scattered events or isolated choices, but as a mosaic. The past, in all its pain and grace, is not a weight but a window—if you allow the light of understanding, compassion, and truth to shine through it. You are not just remembering; you are re-membering—putting the pieces back together into something transcendent. This is the moment when the soul hears its name and rises.

“Rediscovery is not about changing who you are, but remembering who you’ve always been.” – Unknown

The Judgement Card from designed by ArtisticsMeasure

Eight of Swords - Reversed…

We're constantly bombarded with information—emails, texts, news updates, social media posts. Everywhere we turn, someone is sharing their opinion, encouraged by the platforms that give them a voice. As we take in this steady stream of perspectives—some helpful, others harmful—it’s easy to let these outside voices shape how we think about ourselves and the world. But remember: your mind is only a prison if you allow it to be.

If you're feeling overwhelmed by the negativity and noise, maybe it’s time to put up your umbrella. Step back. Unplug. Give yourself permission not to engage. You have the right to protect your peace. Don’t let external voices become internal limitations. You deserve the freedom to think clearly and kindly—especially toward yourself.

"You don’t have to control your thoughts. You just have to stop letting them control you."— Dan Millman

The Eight of Swords from The Modern Witch Tarot Deck by Lisa Sterle

Reversed Hierophant and Reversed King of Cups…

Reflecting on our life experiences can be challenging—especially when we begin to see just how many pivotal moments were shaped by being misled, manipulated, or disappointed by those we loved and trusted most. It’s particularly painful when we realize that some of these people had the power to enrich our world, but instead chose to harm or diminish it. These experiences leave lasting marks on us, shaping our identity in subtle and profound ways.

But today offers an opportunity for something different—radical forgiveness. Begin by making a list of those who hurt you the most. Rather than revisiting those memories with anger or sorrow, write each person a letter of thanks. Thank them for the unintended lessons: for showing you who you don’t want to become, how you choose not to behave, and what you now know you are capable of rising above.

Close each letter with the words: “With radical forgiveness and deep gratitude,” followed by your name. You can choose what to do with these letters—keep them, burn them, or simply let them be. Let the act of writing be a doorway to clarity, healing, and the quiet power of release.

“Forgiveness does not change the past, but it does enlarge the future.”— Paul Boese

The Reversed Hierophant and the Reversed King of Cups from The Tarot of Mystical Moments by Catrin Welz-Stein

Ten of Swords (Tarot) & Whip (Lenormand)…

Exhaustion, overwhelm, heartbreak, and emotional pain—these are the very things we’re being called to confront this weekend. Deep breath. It’s time to face the wounds we've been carrying and find a way to finally let them go so we can begin again. Don’t expect others to easily grasp what this process means for you; that understanding won’t come without effort.

Sometimes, we need to get angry enough to reclaim our lives. We must speak our truth—shout it if we have to. Scream, vent, cry out—whatever it takes. Stir things up if that’s what it takes to return to inner peace. You’ve earned the right to release the negative energy that’s been holding you captive. Crack the whip -

End the cycle.

Honestly, just thinking about it is exhausting—but we can do this. And when we do, our minds will breathe in a whole new kind of freedom.

Cycles persist until you decide to interrupt them with conscious action."— Brianna Wiest

The Ten of Swords from the Cosmic Cycles Tarot by Miriam EG and the Whip from the Simplicity Lenormand by Emilie Muñiz

The Moon…

After last night’s dalliance with the Strawberry Moon, I pulled this beauty this morning and the energy has resonated deeply for me today! The depths of your inner world call to you with a quiet, mysterious pull—like the Moon’s shadowed face gazing back through the dark. In her stillness, you're invited to unearth the hidden parts of yourself—the wild truths, the secret longings, the voices you’ve silenced. Under her gentle illumination, your subconscious finds safe passage. The doubts you carry are merely passing clouds, not truths. The Moon reminds you: you are a being in flux, and every version of you—raw, radiant, uncertain—is worthy of expression. Step boldly into the night of your own becoming. Authenticity takes courage, but sometimes you must venture into the unknown to truly meet yourself.

“Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.”– Carl Jung

The Moon - Online Image - Do you know what deck this is from?

Temperance…

I turned my heart to the Strawberry Moon and asked her what she most wished for us. With a shimmer in her light she offered us the Temperance Card and she whispered, “To awaken your higher alignment with the living magic of the world around you.”

We are woven for greatness, destined to wear crowns made not of gold, but of truth and stardust. Yet those crowns remain just out of reach until we learn the sacred art of balance — of harmonizing the brightest threads of who we are with the beautiful storm that surrounds us.

In the moon-kissed weeks ahead, step gently into the enchantment of possibility. Let yourself believe that life can be vivid, intentional, and full of wonder. Know this: it is steadiness — not stillness — that holds the spell to unlock your full essence.

Move with intention. Honor your rhythm. Craft your flow with care. For when balance is found, the power of the Strawberry Moon will no longer be something you call upon — it will rise through you, shaping every motion into magic.

"The moon is a loyal companion. It never leaves. It’s always there, watching, steadfast, knowing us in our light and dark moments, changing forever just as we do."— Tahereh Mafi

The Temperance Card - Tarot Online Art

The Hanged Man and Reversed Strength…

Feeling a bit tangled up today? If life seems to be closing in like a slow-growing vine, hold tight—even if you find yourself completely upside down. This could be the moment that calls you back to your inner strength. It might be time to reimagine what it truly means to stand in your own power. Maybe things have gotten so intense that only a full shift in perspective can remind you of the fire within—the deep conviction you carry for yourself and those you love. This may be a tough stretch, but it's one that can bring you back to your well of resilience, compassion, and purpose. Hang in there…

"You never know how strong you are until being strong is your only choice."
— Bob Marley

The Hanged Man and The Strength Card (Reversed) from The Dreaming Way Tarot by Rome Choi

Queen of Swords - Reversed…

Hey Queens — You've been navigating some seriously treacherous terrain lately, more out of survival than choice. But in the process, you've mastered the art of using your mind—and other subtle tools—to outplay even the craftiest opponents. You've picked up the skill of manipulation, and while it’s been effective, it’s not who you truly are. Don’t mistake this sharpened survival instinct for your authentic self.

The real power lies in knowing when to walk away. Sometimes, the only way to avoid getting bitten is to step out of the game entirely. Watch your back—something (or someone) dark is circling. Just because you can handle them doesn’t mean you should. It’s time to exit the arena and reclaim the power that’s always been yours—pure, fierce, and unshakable truth.

"The snake which cannot cast its skin has to die."
— Friedrich Nietzsche

The Queen of Swords - Tarot Flash Art

Five of Swords & Two of Pentacles…

Well honey, something definitely stirred the pot today, and now you’re sitting there like Rose trying to solve a logic puzzle—confused, frazzled, and maybe ready to throw a cheesecake at someone. Feeling overwhelmed? Overstimulated? Or just plain over it?

Take a breath, darling… and ask yourself:
What would Dorothy do? She’d roll her eyes, drop a sarcastic comment sharper than her shoulder pads, and carry on with quiet dignity (and a side of existential dread).
What about Blanche? Oh, she’d toss on a satin robe, fluff her hair, and purr, “Honey, if life hands you lemons, just find a man who owns a citrus grove.” Then she'd strut right out the door—shopping bag in hand.

So…what will you do? Whatever it is, remember:
Life might throw you into the deep end, but you? You’re more Miami Beach than meltdown. So turn around, shake it off, and soak in that sunshine.

“Fasten your seat belts, slut puppies!” - Sophia (Estelle Getty)

Golden Girls Tarot Deck (I couldn’t resist the write up - it’s been that kind of day…)

The High Priestess…

In the velvet hush of your dreams, the High Priestess emerges from a glimmering mist, her eyes twin moons shimmering with ancient knowing. Draped in robes woven from midnight and starlight, she beckons you forward with a smile that flickers like candlelight in the dark. From beneath a veil of sacred silence, she offers you something impossibly juicy—a pomegranate split open like a secret, its ruby seeds glistening with promise. "Taste," she whispers, her voice a ripple in the ether. "Within lies truth sweeter than desire, and knowledge too wild for waking." As your lips touch the fruit, the dream deepens, and your soul begins to remember. When you awaken, honor the dream by giving it form—etch its symbols into words, for what is remembered becomes a doorway. Through this act, the dream's magic is anchored in the realm of the living, where its wisdom can unfold and guide the soul’s quiet unfolding.

“The dream is a little hidden door in the innermost and most secret recesses of the soul.” – Carl Jung

The High Priestess - Art by Lauren Oberlin

The Emperor…

In the quiet stillness of dawn, a golden glow breaks across the horizon—not just light, but a symbol of nobility that transcends titles and crowns. It radiates from within those who lead with integrity, who uplift others with kindness, and who stand unwavering in the face of adversity. This glow is not earned by conquest, but by compassion; not by power, but by purpose. It reminds us that true nobility lies in the choices we make daily—to rise, to serve, and to shine with honor even when no one is watching. In that golden glow, we see the light of human greatness—humble, steady, and profoundly inspiring. Let this glow surround you today and always as you continue to rest in your undeniable grace. Happy Saturday.

"Nobility is not a scepter or a crown; it is the quiet strength of conscience."— Unknown

The Emperor - Tarot art by Sadie Smiley

The Six of Swords Reversed (Tarot) & The Sun (Lenormand)…

I have to admit—I laughed out loud when I pulled these cards this morning. I'm currently down the shore (as we say in Jersey), but the weather is stubbornly gloomy, and life feels similarly overcast—clouded by the emotional storms of others.

All I want is a moment of sunshine to revive my spirit. Instead, this weekend feels full of doubt—like we're wandering in the dark, questioning our choices and whether the universe is truly on our side.

What we’re really craving is the SUN—its warmth, its affirmation, the light that reminds us we are seen, valued, and moving in the right direction. We need to be recharged.

So if the sun isn’t showing up for you either, find your own light. Bring warmth into your actions, your space, your interactions. Celebrate yourself as if the sun were shining. Sometimes, that light has to come from within.

“The sun does not shine for a few trees and flowers, but for the wide world’s joy.” — Henry Ward Beecher

The Six of Swords (Reversed) from The Tarot of Mystical Moments by Catrin Welz-Stein and The Sun from The Simplicity Lenormand by Emilie Muñiz