The Wasp has a stinger that hurts with poison when confronted. Be mindful of how you address the world when the Wasp appears on your path. If you’re not careful, you may sting or be stung. The Wasp reminds you that pain is a choice, so don’t waste your stinger on a petty quarrel. Are…
When the Deer appears, it’s a reminder for you to step gently on the path, for you’re walking into a time when gentle movements and diplomacy are required. The Deer’s strength is in this quality. Make it your own, and know that your steps are successfully assured. It’s important that you be gentle with yourself…
The Serpent’s message is one of healing and of gaining knowledge. Whatever situation you’re in right now is meant for this purpose. The Serpent also reminds you that knowledge is important. Perhaps it’s time for you to read a book or take a class in order to gain more understanding of your inquiry, or you…
The Dragon comes to offer you its power and strength, to protect and fortify you on this leg of your journey. The Dragon symbolizes true power and reminds you that this infinite source is not found within your personality or ego. True power resides deep within your soul. Call on the Dragon’s spiritual power and…
Intuition, prescient sight, higher knowledge, receptivity, the ability to work with subtle energies of Spirit and the psychic power of the feminine—these are the aspects of the High Priestess of Avalon. When the High Priestess appears before you, she asks you to trust your intuition and to throw the net of your awareness out into…
The King appears to represent the powers of justice, authority, the law, and male sexual energy. When the King appears on your path, it’s time to put your house in order, complete any unresolved legal issues, settle arguments, and deal with issues related to fairness. The King always lets you know that something significant is…
Innocence, naiveté, foolishness, early knowledge not yet integrated, the ability to see the world untainted, and learning ability—these are the aspects of the Novice as she appears in your life. The Novice is reminding you to be teachable and humble. If you don’t know something, don’t pretend that you do. Chances are that you’ll make…
This card represents music; storytelling; and the passing of truths, myths, and legends from generation to generation through the spoken word or song. In ancient Avalon, the traditions and stories of the people were gathered on leaves that served as letters in a living alphabet and were tended in vast, long houses. Here the Druids…
The Lady of the Lake represents the highest order of respect for yourself and the manner in which you operate within the world around you. She is the harsher element of truth, where denial is swept away by a tidal wave of events. In the ancient legend of Avalon, the Lady of the Lake presented…
The Merlin is the messenger of initiation and alchemy and is both the Magician and the High Priest. He is the masculine keeper of magic and has the ability to turn iron ore into gold. The Merlin says, “You have all you need to move forward. Rejoice that all the elements you require for success…
