Not Maine

I haven't pulled a tarot card since that morning I left Pittsburgh. Tonight I was looking for my knife, and realized I wasn't sure those cards came with me. Well, they did, and I pulled another card. This is what it means:

On the Three of Wands, we see a figure standing on a cliff looking out over the sea to distant mountains. From this height, he sees all that lies ahead. This is a card of vision and foresight. When we want to see farther, we climb higher. By going up, we increase our range and remove ourselves from the immediate situation. We detach and gain perspective.

In readings, the Three of Wands can tell you to take the long view. Don't react to the heat of the moment, but step back and reconsider. See how the present fits into the greater picture. This card asks you to be a visionary - to dream beyond current limitations. It can indicate premonitions or other intuitions about what is to come.

Taking the long view is an aspect of leadership - another meaning of the Three of Wands. When we see far, we have the knowledge to guide others to their best future. Someone who knows the way can show it to those who follow. When you see the Three of Wands, know that now is the time to accept your vision and be confident that you can lead others to it.

A leader not only sees far, but he is willing to go there first, if necessary. The Three of Wands is also a card of exploration. Compare this figure to the Fool who is also on a cliff edge. The Fool steps out in innocence, not realizing he is going to fall to his fate. The adventurer on the Three of Wands is also willing to step out, but with full awareness of what he is doing. His courage is more informed, if less spontaneous. The Three of Wands encourages you to move fearlessly into new areas. Let the ships on your horizon take you far out into unknown seas.


Nothing has really panned out, yet, here in Belfast and as much as I enjoy the quiet and beauty, I think I am going to drive up to Quebec, something I promised myself ages ago, and then drive back through Maine, and see how things feel on a second look. Several people say they have places for later but it is unclear how much later. I've also posted a wanted for the Rockport-Gloucester area, but only received on response and it is in Beverly, the last of the towns I would be interested in or perhaps I know too little about in Cape Ann.

I just thought I'd write it down, especially since it isn't always easy for us to talk. Poor Ruby Slippers, I hope her stomach is going to get better soon--I can't imagine how it must hurt and she can't tell you.

All my love