Where is my writing going - a tarot card perspective

So it is all change in my writing career now. I am no longer a Bean but author to a dynamic fast growing publisher, whose avante-garde style suits my own writing very well. This was not by design, rather caused by the tap dancing feet of Kismet.  Full story there -> http://kristina-jackson.blogspot.com/2012/01/wheel-turns.html

Before I made this announcement I did a tarot reading to see where my writing career was going. I used druidcraft deck.

Where is my writing going now

1 - Present - The Star
2 - Crossing - Princess of Wands
3 - What has past - Two of Cups
4 - What is known - The Wheel
5 - What is unknown - The High Priest
6 - Near future - 4 of pentacles
7 - My influence - 3 of Pentacles
8 - Outside influence - 4 of Cups
9 - Hopes / Fear King of Wands
10 - Outcome 8 of Cups.

What does this mean?

Now I am in a situation which is looking hopeful, but the thing about The Star is going to get the opportunities when they are presented. This is where the Princess (page in standard deck) works crossing nicely. She is saying be energetic and enthusiastic she also indicates a new phase starting. The two of cups shows the union with with my previous publisher in the past.

What is known, things are changing. It is the cycle of birth, death and rebirth. This is a period of re-birth a beginning of a new cycle. What is un-known is the High Priest, he represent conformity and education, but with the Wheel above, I believe this is suggesting turning conformity on its head and being Avante-Garde with my approach. Which is suggestive of my writing style.

The 4 of Pentacles suggests my approach will start adding to my funds and the building of foundations of wealth and security. But the warning with this card is not to make it a pre-occupation, let the creativity flow.

This ties in nicely with the 3 of Pentacles working towards a goal and having your craft appreciated by others. Outside influence of the 4 of Cups shows there are aspects of my life that feel dull, boring and limiting, sometimes these effect the creativity.

The King of Wands in Hopes, I struggle sometimes with the court cards and how they react in a situation like this. I'm taking this as generally hopeful things will work out as I would like them, perhaps with some  gain by it all.

Interesting card in outcome 8 of Cups. I see this as leaving one way of life behind and moving onto another one. I'm curious about this outcome. It will be interesting to see what time tells with that.

Death - An ending and a beginning

Yesterday a dream came true. A small publishing house called Inknbeans press, signed me and my debut novel The Fools Journey to their list of authors. The dream is not finished, nor will it be until I feel the weight of book in my hands. It will be available in both ebook and paperback.

Today I have been in a flump. A post high come down. I've wondered why. Surely I should be dancing and whooping. (well if I could). It struck me this evening why I was feeling this. Yesterday saw a closure, an end to a phase in my life. A ending to a dream, albeit with a positive outcome. I've achieved what I wanted. I am delighted about it. Now the feeling is where do I go from here. What are my next ambitions, well apart to write more books, where is my life heading now. That is why I feel the way I do now.

So as the Death card depicts an ending, but also a beginning. So now do I find myself at this conjuncture in this phase of my life.

Facing your fears

With my relocation, or is that re - relocation, back to the South of England drawing ever closer I've had a series of background worries. You know the usual everyday run of the mill sort; finding a house, mortgage, chain, schooling. Each time this has happened I've offered them up to the universe. All that can be done at the moment to ensure we get the best we can, has been done, the rest is up to them.

This morning, after a couple of dark cloud days, where frustration has reigned supreme, I woke refreshed. I had a good night sleep and was less physically exhausted. Then all of a sudden like a bolt out of the blue a brand new, large fear struck. 'Would my husband find a better woman when we move down there?' Ouch! Where did that one come from?

That one came from the depths of nightmares (hence the card). It is the honed in version of the fear and frustration that has been boiling away these last few days. My electric wheelchair is due for delivery soon, well with any degree of luck, then life in a way will change. Whilst it will give me a degree of freedom it may also change the way people perceive me. I am obviously undergoing some sort of internal changes at the moment, which are there for growth. (dreams of death) So this is just another fear to face up to. I have a good, strong relationship with my man. He loves me and I love him. What I guess, is I don't love myself enough.

There we have it, you face up to your fears, they then turn to be something different, something that can be worked upon to solve. Somethings the thing with fear, is the fear of the fear itself. All the figure of the card needs to do is uncover their eyes. The swords are level and not stabbing her, the cover is full of roses and positive signs. I need to find a way of feeling more comfortable about the person I am. How I do that? I don't know but I will ride this tide.

Temperance

I hate finding titles for things, blog post are no different. What did I call this to say where I am at, at this moment in time. Then it came to me, Temperance.  I am in a place of equilibrium. I am not quite certain it is the ease of balance the card above shows, but it's not far off.

I've completed the first draft of my first Novel, The Fools Journey. It is being beta read by some fantastic people. I have my fingers crossed that all goes to plan with this. I have ideas and vague plots for 22 Novels, all inspired by the majors in the Tarot Card deck. My friend Mimi is working on cover images. If you want to see how clever she is visit her website here.

Next month see's the commencement of Nanorwrimo. During this time I hope to draft my next novel By Hook or Needle. I've spent a good deal of time drafting the plot and working characters on this. I hope by doing this it will make November, slightly less of an ordeal....

In other non writing related news, I have had my monster hat pattern. This one:

Accepted for publication in a charity book, published by Inknbeans Press. The lovely Emjae has been co-ordinator of this. She herself is an avid hooker (crochet for the uninitiated) and what is more, the sale of this book helps the Los Angeles Mission. Watch out for the book containing this logo

So there you have it for now. We are moving to the South of England in May. My writing is steadily growing and in between times I am working on my crafting too. Sure life's not perfect, but for this point, for now I am content. 

Hexipuffs

These little squishy puffs of delight are such fun! Knit up really quickly, can be knitted anywhere and eventually it will make a big quilt! http://tinyowlknits.wordpress.com/2011/07/29/the-beekeepers-quilt/ Do you know what, the lovely Stephanie from Tiny Owl Knits has given permission to mention these in my next book! Whoop!

10 of Swords