A Blue Moon, The Emperor and The Sharing of Video Blogs

Hello My Darlings...

    "One becomes two, two becomes
 three, and out of the third comes the
               one as the fourth."
             ~Maria Prophetissa



 The last week went by so fast and was so jam packed full of witchy goodness that I really had to stretch to make time for my Tarot studies.  The blue moon was this past Friday and was the perfect excuse for a camping trip with my bestie.  It only rained for a few seconds, the night skies were clear, our fire was raging and the moonbathing was in full effect.  We had a magnificent, magickal time and woke up to a beautifully overcast and slightly less muggy Lammas!  I hope you all had as wonderous a weekend as I did!

         But, alas, the Emperor,
    in all his power and authority,
      is demanding a blog post...  

The Emperor is the father of Tarot.  His number, the number 4, is a number of stability, order and logic.  Where the Empress is compassion, the Emperor is authority.  Look at the way the Emperor is sitting.  On most cards his stature is overly relaxed.  His legs are crossed, or he is slouched in a reclined position.  This, to me, means that this guy has no care in the world.  He knows that his kingdom is protected.  As a matter of fact, he doesn't even need his shield; it is cast off to the side in many cases.  He has ruled with an iron fist for so long, and so consistantly that he no longer needs to concern himself with the safety of his people.  He has trained men to deal with that for him.  Now, he just gets to be the Emperor.  Lucky dude. 

 "I am in command of my own intentions
     and embrace my will in the world."
       ~ Around The Tarot in 78 Days

When I see the Emperor in a spread, I think of a father figure.  Someone who means business, brings order, rules the household... but who also can be laid back and fun loving when the time is right. 

The Emperor, Mars to the Empress' Venus, can also be a sign of power in times of war.  There are shots to be called and the Emperor is not afraid to call them.  When times get tough, he will be there for his people, lead them into battle, be a guiding light and be the one to calm them in times of chaos.  He is confident; in himself and his men.

Those of you who are interested, may I suggest that you meditate with this card?  Take the advice of Sallie Nichols.  Step into this card and interview the Emperor... He is quite the character.  I would love to hear what he has to say to you!

 One last thing before I go.  I am thinking of starting a video blog as well... I have seen quite a few of you all doing this and I love seeing your faces!!  Here are a couple of links to the videos I have been watching... Enjoy!

~Jonquil




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LU8wUfh1aGk&feature=player_embedded

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZfqufNyE80&feature=player_embedded

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=swNytycQ9x8&feature=player_embedded