One of my favorite cards in the Tarot … The Star is definitely a good omen indicating that your aspirations are being met and that the Universe is conspiring with you to make it so.  You are at a peek manifestation moment, so savor it by taking full advantage of the positive energies flowing your way.  You create what your heart looks-to.  New opportunities are flying into your life, so be ready and open to them all.  Your relationship with your partner is going well and you will both reach new heights of contentment and fulfillment.  If you’re dating, this is a definite sign that you’ll meet someone special, so be sure to go out and mingle.  Continue taking care of your health because your diligence is paying off … always remember that your health is your wealth.  Financially, you are doing much better and work and business opportunities are opening to you even more favorably.  If you can afford it, now is the time to take a risk in the stock market, or to gamble.  Don’t go overboard, of course (because we benefit today from remaining on the Middle Path always), but Luck is definitely on your side today. Continue with yesterday’s vibe of sharing what you know with others because you are inspiring others.  Paying it forward today sows good karma for you tomorrow.

A most positive sign that your efforts and focus are about to pay off, and you are about to become a beneficiary or the giver of something of great value to another.  Not only is sharing an act of caring, it is also an action that attracts more positive opportunities that bring abundance into your life.  While these messages are generally related to money (Pentacles), this card also indicates that a rather powerful person is likely to support you, particularly at work.  If you were looking for an opportunity to ask for a raise, this door is open to you now.  If you are seeking funding or a loan, circumstances favor that you will obtain it.  Don’t think windfall, but rather, fiscal generosity.  In relationships, all is on an even keel and you and your partner experience happiness so long as communications remain clear and the actions of give and take are made from a heartspace of affection in acceptance.  If you are dating, the next person you meet is likely to be a kind, generous and positive spirit, so enjoy getting to know this person as you let that person know you’re looking for a partner.  The direction you are taking to care for your body health is yielding positive results, so remain positive and expect the best outcome from pursuing resources made available to you here.  You’ve been expanding your learning and understanding of spiritual ideas at a deeper level and others whom you recognize are also seeking could benefit from your choice to share what you know.  Be generous with what you know and continue expanding your horizons through enjoyment of the conversations to be had.

Your perseverance from the other day (5 of Wands) has paid off and you’re coming out on top!  Keep believing in what you can do to overcome lingering fear and self-doubt.  Remember the King of Wands in your corner?  Garner courage and self-confidence and just do it, because you are on a roll.  Don’t hesitate to make clear where you stand with others.  Being an independent today drives your point home.  You’re clear-headed, contrary to others’ perceptions, and your position will likely clarify the situation for those others.  This tack will also work well in your relationships.  If you’re still a free agent, you’re about to meet someone while visiting locations outside your usual spots. Tired of workplace politics-nonsense and thinking of branching out on your own?  Today’s a great day to brainstorm a logical plan for self-employment or a side job that can be done alongside your regular job.  You might experience a well-deserved bonus or increase in income, so again, be sensible and don’t spend it all in one place.  If you’re worrying about an aspect of your health, stop worrying and do something proactive to remove that unnecessary mindset, such as consulting your medical provider for answers.  Unearth your fears, don’t continue to bury them, because hesitation now hinders your journey and overall happiness in being.

This mentor is coming back around to check in with you.  Feel warmly supported by others, especially the men around you; they think well of you.  The King boosts your confidence and ambition to do more towards your goals.  All good signs that you are progressing forward today.  Release anger and negative feelings that have built up from the other day … anger is useless once the moment that triggered that reaction passed, and negative feelings like worry are useless emotions because such states of mind keep you from being present and aware in the Moment.  Your strength and vitality reside in the Now.

You are your best advocate, so hold your head up and believe in yourself to advance today.  You’re facing competition, but know that you can compete successfully … but you must try and give it your best shot.  Today is an occasion where your best approach might be to go around obstacles (bob, weave and parry!) to tackle them.  This applies to you in the workplace and in your relationships.  Your spending the other day may have caused finances to become tight, but keep your cool and your nose to the grindstone.  You can rebuild; just be honest with what you are facing and pursue your previous approach that built your resources up the last time.  Just take a moment to center and meet yourself and you will see your path out of this fray clearly.

May 1st, Beltane, marks the beginning of summer (remember, Midsummer is the June Summer Solstice), and summer means traveling for a well-deserved change of scenery.  If you’re feeling the itch to take a vacation, make plans now.  The Universe is inviting you to be spontaneous and enthusiastic about rewarding your Spirit for all the days you have worked diligently to keep to the Middle Path.  The suit of Wands is ruled by elemental Fire, so enjoy feeling dynamic and confident … you deserve to feel good about rewarding yourself on occasion, and this is one of those times.  While you’re skipping along, however, do be mindful that you don’t misstep and hurt yourself (literally).  Exuberance does have its limits.

Okay, it’s time for you to relax about the things and situations in your life because you are clinging too tightly and it could prove unhealthy for you in the long run.  Are you feeling anxious or insecure about something … money and finances, a relationship, or work situation?  Understand that anxiety and insecurity are not states of being that provide you stability and happiness.  This is where the cliche’ “if you love something, set it free …” applies.  If you’re in a job just to put food on the table, realize that while this is an important aspect of a job, it is not the sole reason, your purpose, for working.  Believe in yourself and look for opportunities to advance yourself so that you can break out of the mundane job and access employment that better suits your skillset and passions.  In relationships, this card asks you, or asks you to notice another, to focus on what makes you/him/her fearful of love, of commitment … the reasons or excuses you wish to not risk getting involved at a deeper level with another.  Love, especially friendship love, requires that you step out of your comfort zone to relate, entangle, with an-other.  Relating is a two-way street.  Today, be less miserly (a word related to “miserable”) and loosen your grip … count your blessings and be grateful.  With your finances, appreciate that whatever your situation is at this moment, there is someone less fortunate than you, and so don’t be so hard on yourself.  Release the state of fear to be released from the stress that fear brings to your BEing.

Ah, the luck of the draw brings up the most appropriate card for this Mothers Day!  The Queen of Cups is the one woman in your life that is and ever shall be in your corner 100% … always caring, nurturing and empathic towards you, your needs and what’s going on with you in this Moment.  Think positively, because this feminine energy is supporting you … at work, in your relationships, with your health and even your spiritual outlook … in all ways that you have yet to realize.  So give yourself a break today and be creative as you reach out, especially to other women, to nurture the relationships surrounding you.  In this way, you honor your mother and The Mother by nurturing yourself with compassion.  In a macrocosmic sense, this is the Universe reaching out to heal your Spirit with Mother’s love and asking you to See that all is related.  All are related.  And so … may you be pleasantly surprised with a dose of intuitive clairvoyance today as you embrace the Mother within you.

You’ve hit a plateau and it feels like you’re at a standstill, not moving forward … but in reality you are still making progress, only now what and who is around you is where change is taking place.  Just like when you’re dieting and you make great progress and then you hit a spot where the scale doesn’t seem to move, when in actuality you are still losing the weight and your body is making adjustments internally.  Choose to be patient and continue to remain upbeat because at the very least you are not moving backwards. At work, others are making choices that will affect you, and this is something that you cannot control. A positive attitude will attract more positive energies into this status quo situation, which will likely move forward favorably for you IF you keep your cool.  As at work, in your love relationship you’re feeling like your partner isn’t willing to make the commitment you looked forward to the other day (remember, the Four of Wands?), and again patience rather than pushiness will allow the most favorable outcome.  Remember, all is in flux at this moment … so maintain this cool level-headed posture with your finances as well.  Continue to save your money and watch your spending.  Feeling restless might cause you to make risky decisions, and this is never a good way of being.  Remain present in this moment so that your self-awareness remains sharp and focused.  Stillness and Patience can be difficult spiritual lessons, so if you are experiencing difficulty with these two perceptions, then take the hint that these are aspects of your spirituality that need working on today.

Often, the court cards like this one indicate a literal person crossing your path … though this is not always the case.  Here, a fiery-spirited passionate woman who brings uplifting energy and an air of positivism is crossing your path.  She represents a most feminine and decidedly vibrant energy influencing your experiences today.  If this describes a woman in your life, know that she is a good friend and a solid ally, though she appears self-absorbed.  In a committed relationship where the couple is trying to conceive, the Queen of Wands indicates fertility.  At work, look forward to increased productivity and the success that comes with positive performance … and this means your finances will also be bolstered by your ambition.  But, take care not to get carried away with the temptation to buy things with your increased buying power.  Once again, the moderate/middle path of action continues to be your truest guide.  If you’re feeling your home needs a facelift, then instead of splurging at IKEA create a different look by rearranging furniture and focusing on your garden.  You’re feeling vibrant in your own skin, so enjoy feeling invigorated in better health … but take care to allow for some downtime so you don’t overdo it and make your health swing in the other direction.  It’s so easy to binge and overindulge, so again, continue to keep the balance.  Continue to free your mind and explore avenues of thought and belief.  Don’t limit yourself by thinking that the one avenue you favor at present is THE only spiritual way of being.

You will be attending a special event soon … perhaps an event like Mother’s Day!?! … and it will be a more enjoyable experience than you are anticipating.  Go, and be sure to enjoy yourself.  Things are continuing to improve and go well for you at work, but that’s because you have been paying attention to the details.  Keep up the good work and continue to expand your skill set, but don’t forget that you’re only as good as the next correctly executed assignment.  As far as your relationships go, your love relationship is about to take a serious turn towards commitment, including the possibility of getting married (just like the couple on the card!).  Perhaps you’ll both be attending a friend’s wedding or other family-type occasion this weekend … the good vibes will likely spark a deep conversation that brings you closer to each other.  If you’re single, don’t blow off the invitation to attend:  GO.  Enjoy the fact that finances are continuing to stabilize and improve, and ensure your enjoyment lasts by continuing not to overspend and be extravagant.  Remember yesterday’s message:  you reap what you sow.  Your health is also improving with your more positive approach to being healthier.  If you need assistance, ask for it because there are resources just waiting for you to tap.  Don’t worry if you’re marching to the beat of your own drum, either.  You might stand out spiritually with friends and family, but your perception is shaped this way for good reason.  Do allow consideration of others’ perspectives, but ultimately honor the right to make up your own mind.

This is definitely an auspicious card that indicates you are on an upswing at work and in your career.  Your diligence, your efforts, are very much appreciated and well regarded by your coworkers and supervisor(s).  Although there’s always room for improvement, you are on the right track, so keep on keepin’ on!  If you’re job hunting, success is definitely and quickly coming your way.  If you’re dating, then you’re likely to meet someone at work who possesses the qualities and characteristics that you are looking for in a partner, and that’s a great foundation for a new relationship … so keep your eyes open.  If you are already in a relationship, know that your partner sees you in a positive light and is confident that you are the right person to be with now.  Your finances are really shaping up, so don’t stop following your present formula of conservative spending.  The abundance you are building up now is the reward of quality hard work … this is how you build financial security for your future.  Good for you!  Likewise news about your health:  your attention to your health is paying off, so keep up with that new exercise program and/or diet plan.  Spiritually, looking into esoteric knowledge and organizations/groups that delve into ancient knowledge and traditions is giving you deeper insight into the Way It Is.  Do your own digging by reading up on these different bodies of ideas and organizations to deepen your own spirituality and practice.

You are supported by the Universe in ways seen and unseen … in pure and true love.  Nurture yourself, and allow others to nurture you.  This card may represent a light-haired gentleman who is loving, kind and compassionate.  If it’s your boss, then know that he’s very much on your team, as it were, and that although you might be unaware of it, you are respected and appreciated for what you do at work.  If you’re looking for love, then perhaps a light-haired someone who is very balanced and loving is about to cross your path.  As for your finances, you need to be realistic about what you have and do not have.  On the other hand, if you wish to spark abundance, then an act of generosity in the form of your time and/or resources will attract more prosperity.  What goes around, comes around.  In health matters, trust your treatment providers especially if they are male.  You are surrounded by these healers for a reason, so tap into these resources.  Pay attention to what you are bringing into your body and your surroundings. A walking meditation would benefit you especially well today.

You are reaping what you sow and today you will begin to see a return on your investments, literally and figuratively.  You may even gain an unexpected windfall profit by way of a refund.  This is a good thing, wouldn’t you agree?  So now, you have another choice:  whether to continue placing your energies into the situations and people in which or with whom you are presently involved, or invest your energies elsewhere.  What you do now will have an immediately effect on your circumstances tomorrow.  Choose wisely.  Your relationships are also on par, and that is a fruit of your patience and persistence in nurturing them.  Consider expanding your circle of close relationships to keep your perceptions open to different perspectives, which allows you to be adaptable.  This is a good thing.  The Seven of Pentacles is a wonderful sign that you have invested your money wisely and being fiscally conservative is paying off … so continue your fiscal game plan and definitely no gambling today!  Life is cyclical so continue being prepared for that rainy day.  Today sows the seeds of your tomorrow.

Yesterday’s positive note continues through today.  Celebrate this May Day by indulging a spontaneous choice to take a day trip if you can.  Because things are doing better for you at work … projects are turning out better than expected … your increasing self-confidence empowers you to reach further toward your goals.  Job prospects are on the rise.  Your finances are looking healthier, which means your efforts to trim down excess spending are working.  Don’t stop those good habits now.  You may also feel inspired to dive into your health with a full workout at the gym, but be careful:  the Knight also warns that if you overdo it, you might sprain an ankle or otherwise injure yourself because your exuberance led you to carelessness.  Slow and steady wins where your health is concerned.  You will suddenly be introduced to a new notion or idea that strikes you spiritually quite deeply.  Feel inspired to delve into researching this new perspective before investing your money in a formal pursuit.  In the meantime, do devote some time and energy, and perhaps money, into the spiritual causes that you do believe in to empower your faith.

This is what we all know as the “wish card”, and one of the most positive signs in the Tarot.  That is, what you are hoping for, wishing for, dreaming about, is most likely to be yours in a general sense, but also for a brief period of time.  You’ve come into a moment of good luck, happiness, bliss and sensual pleasures.  If you had a question on your mind when you looked at this card, then the answer is a likely “yes,”  though perhaps not carved in stone.  Things are looking up on the work front … things that have been stalled are finally moving forward in May.  If you’ve been job hunting, the job you’ve been really hoping for is finally coming through.  Your relationships are at an all-time high today.  If you’re looking for a partner, get out there and mingle and enjoy the people that cross your path.  You’re feeling in the pink, so just have fun.  Your diligence with your finances is now paying off, too, because you can now see that things are gonna be all right.  Hooray!  Positive affirmations and visualizations inspire you to trust yourself more.  Ride this wave … dream big and take proactive steps to manifest your heart’s desires today.

Watch your Six.  This card tells you that you are dealing with someone with less than ethical intentions.  If your Spidey senses are telling you that someone might be spying on you, or trying to frame you for something serious at work, you might be right.  Conversely, if you feel tempted to pry into someone else’s life (and parents, we are not including you keeping a close eye out on the kids), resist the temptation because everyone deserves privacy.  In competitions, such as vying for a job or that Friday night poker game, be aware that there might be some cheating going on.  So, keep aware and present in the moment and you won’t be caught off guard and you won’t need to worry … even if someone is out to get you.  At work, your work conduct and work product are being scrutinized, so continue to do your best in dotting your “i’s” and crossing your “t’s”.  Stay away from water cooler chit-chat.  Nurturing trust at this time is tantamount to keeping the balance.  As for your finances, today is not a good day to play the Lotto or go to the casino … and remember, buying into that expensive spiritual program doesn’t buy you spiritual integrity or bolster your self-esteem, so keep wary of those flashy New Age programs everyone seems to be talking about.  Doing your own research, your way, is the way to continue learning and growing spiritually right now.

Your finances and money situation are looking better.  Well-thought out ideas to improve procedures at work will be received with interest so long as your innovations maintain the overall integrity of established protocols.  The impression that you are level-headed and dependable will serve you well.  Income is likely to roll your way from unexpected sources, such as a lottery win, a raise or an inheritance.  When that happens, don’t spend it all in one place; rather, be smart.  Don’t quit your day job … Do sock your windfall away while keeping to the plan of moderating expenses.  Don’t be more than you can afford to lose.  You will see improvement in your relationships if you are responsible about your obligations and are willing to work things out when there is a snag.  Remember that it is not always about you.  Changes are on the rise, so keep to the Middle Path.  It’s all about small positive moves to bring about the changes that you can live with and make permanent.

Whatever, or wherever, your heart looks-to, you create.  Do not cry over spilt milk, as the saying goes, and focus on what was; rather, look to what you still have and what you can do.  So, what are you going to choose to focus on that will benefit you?  Do not allow delays to hinder your progress.  This is a time when you can elect to go around an obstacle in your path, so continue to act proactively … but not pushy.  If you had work on your mind when you saw this card come up, then this sign might mean that you are in the wrong job or line of work.  It’s time to consider your options.  If you are inquiring about a relationship, perhaps things between you and your partner are drawing to a close … give yourself the time and space needed to work through this possibility.  Perhaps all is not lost after all.  And, stop worrying about things like money or your health so much.  Remember how the Law of Attraction works:  worry will attract the very thing you are worrying about avoiding.  If you have been following these cards, you know that your daily efforts to make necessary adjustments are paying off.  A positive attitude about YOU is important today.

Now that you’ve allowed yourself some space and rested, it’s time to move on.  You’ve come to accept the realization that something … a relationship or a situation … is no longer working for you.  Love gives life within, so you must love yourself to maintain a healthy body, mind and spirit.  Don’t be sad that you have to let go because this is necessary for your highest good.  Trust your gut and know that better times are ahead for you.  Make the choice to close the door so that another opens to you.  Don’t let the security of a regular paycheck tie you to a dead-end job.  Things will not change or improve unless you act.  You can do it … that is, you can manifest, bring into your reality, what you are seeking to feel more fulfilled and happier with your life.  If inner reflection reveals finally that a long-term relationship is no longer workable, find the courage to end it now because there will never be a good moment to do it.  If you’re dating, don’t act rashly and give yourself time to think more about what you seek.  If you’re still resting your spirit and still in the energy vibe of yesterday’s need for rest, then find depth and inner wisdom in solitude and in listening to the small still voice inside your heart.  Don’t allow stress to gnaw at you and cause health problems.

You or someone close to you is in need of space, and so allow it.  This is a time to rest and recuperate.  Others have been vying for your time and attention, but you need to set some boundaries now and just say “no”.  Of course, if others are saying “no” to you, now is the time you respect their boundaries and don’t push it, else the situation backfires in your face.  You need a break to get some perspective, so if it’s possible to take a long weekend or a little time off of work, do it.  Patience with the process of progress comes when you step back and give yourself room to breathe.  If you can’t take off from work, then do something different to give you the space to breathe.  Take walks at lunch.  Switch the TV off or, for that matter, all your electronics off, and go to bed earlier.  If you need to switch jobs, then again, be proactive. Your feelings are your own, but don’t cut your partner off and increase distance between you.  Gently communicate that you just need some time apart to clear your head.  With your finances, you might need to think through different options about bringing in more income, especially if you’ve fallen a little behind on your payments.  Procrastination is never your friend, so use this time to get back on track.  Just keep moving forward and try to remain upbeat so that you attract the prosperity you deserve.  Bottom line:  slow down and take it easy, and be thankful for what you have.  Pushing yourself without rest is just inviting trouble with your health, on every front.  Quiet time is healing time.