Transparent Oracle Sunday!

33, Element: Earth (North). North is the direction of Earth, and thus of the physical or physically formed or manifested world, and of nurturing, health, finances and security, and the wisdom associated with living simply, being well-grounded, and being in touch with our physical body.  Earth represents stable, material, practical energies that are slow to change; its dignities are cold/binds and dry/shapes.  Earth is the element of form and substance; it is connected to physical health, to material world security (and even wealth), and to our physical bodies and physical senses, and the pleasures and pains they bring.  Earth represents the fertile, nurturing and serene side of Nature, and it represents the tangible end result of our labors.

28, Guide: Frog (West).  West is the direction of Water, and thus, of feelings and emotions, relationships of all kinds, cleansing and healing, the wisdom associated with natural endings, and the bubbling up of pure joy.  Frog is an interesting card.  After all, Frog is born from an egg, lives for a while as a gill-breathing fish, and then gradually sprouts arms and legs and then lives the rest of its life as an air-breathing cold-blooded entity.  How is that for transformation!  Frog is also known for fertility, cooperation, and motherhood.  Frog can absorb oxygen through its skin, so it is also known for healing as well as emotional sensitivity.

51, Gateway: The World Tree (Below).  The direction of Below is not easily associated with spirituality, yet it is a powerful symbol representing the opportunity to create a strong foundation, and to connect to the tools and powers of the Underworld.  The World Tree is a powerful symbol in many cultures; in Wicca, the Tree is seen as representing the cast circle, and it is seen as a gateway to the Underworld.  The World Tree is about initiation of the most exciting kind; it tells of the ability to tap into the knowledge and wisdom that is a part of me through my ancestors, and it tells of the ability to connect with non-physical beings.

I then created my mandala.  This one is cool to see, for some reason.  The triangle that symbolizes Earth is right in the middle of the circle of roots that is The World Tree.  The three Frogs are along the edge of the circle, as if they were Watchers or guardians.  The World Tree actually represents the cast circle, and having that protection and the strong, fertile and serene grounding of the element of Earth, is what I need today, for sure.  Frog can live on dry land and in the ocean, and I am being told today that I should be Frog.  I should position myself along the cast circle of The World Tree, ground myself, and open myself to the Mysteries around me.

This does make quite a bit of sense.  I am manning the fort here, at the Blue Moon House, as Hurricane Sandy bears down upon the New Jersey coast.  My husband is staying at his office, so I will be protecting the Blue Moon House through the storm. 

I am prepared.  I am taking care of everything that needs electricity today, while the rains are light and the winds are only gusting to 35-40 mph.  My cell phone, my Kindle, my iPod and my computer are charged, so I will be able to keep myself busy.  I filled the bathtub with water, and I am making ice, so I can keep bowls of ice in the fridge and freezer.  I’ve got food, water, wine, vodka, scotch, and a bit of Himbeergeist (a lovely Black Forest raspberry brandy), so I will be good.  Plus, four of my neighbors on my block are staying as well, so I have company.  If the power goes out, I won’t be putting up blog posts.  But once I have internet access you will hear from me. 

I am looking forward to doing some elemental meditations tonight and tomorrow; should be a good time to connect with Air, for sure.  I will journal my experiences, and share it all here, just as I did for Hurricane Irene last year. 

Hugs and blessings to all who are riding out this storm. 

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