Transparent Oracle Sunday!
37, Guide: Raven (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. Raven is a clever bird, often portrayed
as a trickster. Raven is also
known for assisting us in the transformation from one realm to another, and
known as a skilled communicator.
15, Landscape: Desert (South). South is the direction of the midday sun
and the peak of power and illumination; this direction is associated with
passionate drive and creativity.
Desert represents an extreme environment that upon initial examination
seems to preclude life; actually this Landscape just challenges life, severely,
but if we see that challenge as a chance to test our endurance and our ability
to adapt to difficult situations, we will prosper.
32, Weather:
Snow (North). The
dignities associated with Earth
are: cold/binds and dry/shapes, and the energies are stable, material,
practical, and slow to change or try something new. Earth is about security and stillness, and knowing what to
expect; it is about strength, discipline, and physical manifestation of all
kinds, and about enjoying the fruits of our labors. Snow has a magickal effect on the landscape and our
surroundings; when snow falls, it covers everything and hides details as well
as mutes sounds. The mantle of
white is made of countless tiny, unique crystals, and like a blanket, the
covering of snow insulates and protects.
I then stacked my cards and
created my mandala. The focus on
this one is inward, toward the center of the circle. Raven is looking directly inward, focused on that Snow, but
Desert is also there, acting as a framework for the entire image. I am being told that this week, KISS
should be the guiding concept and if I keep it simple, I should be able to
bring my body and my physical world to a good place. I already have the necessary discipline in place, and here I
am, in the Dominican Republic. Not
necessarily a desert, but a hot Caribbean landscape near the equator, my time
away from my still-cold home. But
that chilly home is important, too.
Raven assists us as we transform from one realm to another, and I have
been given two different realms today in my throw. If I allow Raven to guide me, I should be able to balance
between the extremes with ease!
This is my last full day in the
Dominican Republic; I attempt to fly home tomorrow. It has been a relaxing trip, filled with fun times, good
food, good beer, and lots of relaxation.
Soon it will be back to reality, but for now, I’m going to enjoy my day,
whatever it brings.
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