Life is Funny....
Thread originally posted on the Aeclectic Tarot Forum on 09 Jun 2004, and now archived in the Forum Library.
| lunakasha |
09 Jun 2004 |
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Have you ever had one of those days....when you wake up in the morning with a firm plan in mind and then, by making a slight change in plans....everything changes???
Well, let me tell you about my day...and yes, this is tarot-related but it might take me a few minutes to get there...your patience is appreciated! :)
I had made plans to meet some friends today for a shopping trip, followed by lunch....but I had decided not to go because, due to circumstances, I was running a little short of cash (story of my life ;) ). This was my plan when I woke up this morning: to call and cancel, pleading poverty and apologizing for my absence.
BUT...at the last minute I thought: hey, why not just go and say hello to everyone, right? Even if I don't go on this little excursion, at least it would be nice to see everyone.....so off I went.
As it turned out, we decided not to do lunch (turns out I am not the only one in a financial crisis) but we collected some change for gas and headed to Farmington, a nice college town which also happens to be the home of my FAVORITE metaphysical shop, Liquid Sunshine. Again, knowing that this would be a torturous experience...I decided it would be OK for today to just "browse".
When I entered the store, the first thing I noticed was that they had expanded their tarot deck section to about four times its original size. This, by the way, is the store where I bought my very first deck, the Crow's Magick Tarot. :) But the last time I was there, there were only maybe ten different decks to choose from. I figured, hey, I can't purchase any decks today but...might as well go and see what they've got....and come back next week!!!
As I glanced at the many new additions--Wheel of Change, Triple Goddess, Runes Oracle, Mythic, Voyager.....my eyes suddenly stopped on a lone green box sitting on top of one of the others. My heart skipped a beat as I slowly figured out what was sitting before me, in this little shop in Farmington.....
The Greenwood Tarot :eek: :D
I was so excited I almost screamed (luckily I didn't!)...after searching high and low for this deck for over a year now, I had pretty much given up on ever owning this deck. And here it was, completely unexpected...mine for the taking...and only $32.00!!!
Ah.....yes, that's right....it suddenly hit me: I have NO money!!! :(
But I grabbed it anyway....just to hold it for a few minutes....;)
When my friend came over to see what I was holding, I excitedly told her about my long search for this deck...told her I almost got it once but the online seller informed me it was out of stock! :( And that this rare deck sells for up to $150 on ebay...which is more than I can afford.....
Seeing the excitement mixed with horror on my face....this dear friend actually offered to loan me the money for the deck!!!! :D Naturally, I accepted....and this was one of the happiest days of tarot joy I have ever known (second only to the gifted Gilded).
Sorry for the long post but....I just HAD to come here and share this experience with my tarot friends, knowing that only you could truly appreciate how I feel about today's lucky find....
As an interesting side note....these friends had been unaware of my tarot interest (obsession) until today....they were asking questions about what the cards mean, and how does a person "read" with them...I did my best to explain what tarot means to me personally. Eventually, all three of them asked if I would be willing to do a reading for them sometime!!!! Hmmm...live readings??? I agreed....knowing that it would be nice for the first live readings to be done for these three women.....
Isn't it funny....especially when you consider the fact that I almost stayed home today....
Thanks for allowing me to share this experience with you.....
:D Luna
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| OakDragon |
09 Jun 2004 |
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Wow! That's a wonderful story, Lunie! See what happens when you dive right in to your day even though you feel like sitting it out because you feel inadequate somehow? Your friends were just happy to have another good friend along and good karma always comes back when you least expect it.
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| tmgrl2 |
09 Jun 2004 |
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GREAT! I hope you CHARGED them for the reading..!!! At least the one who lent the money to you for the deck...Fair trade? with your reading talent...Go for it!
Glad you found the deck..now I have to go check out my shop and see what they have that I might be missing ...LOL...
Must have been meant to be, Luna...but maybe it was a doorway into making some money with reading....no reason not to do so...
terri
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| Imagemaker |
09 Jun 2004 |
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What a fabulous experience! Letting yourself just go with the flow instead of deciding what the day would be is wonderful. And now, live readings--you're on your way to a new level of tarot practice.
Congratulations on the Greenwood! And now I wonder how the shop suddenly got that out-of-stock deck! It was meant for YOU.
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| 13thFaeChylde |
09 Jun 2004 |
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Whoa, girl...you've been getting mighty lucky all week long!
But this has got to be the pinnacle of luckiness :)
(Makes me wonder how my day could have gone had I ehem...played hooky from work like I was tempted to }))
Congratulations on your tarot-booty!!
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| laura_borealis |
09 Jun 2004 |
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Wow, that's wonderful! You must be just glowing! :)
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| Cerulean |
09 Jun 2004 |
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for your favorite new treasure!
That makes our day as well...and I'm so glad you were with good friends!
Regards,
Cerulean Mari
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| contrascarpe |
09 Jun 2004 |
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Congrats on the Greenwood Luna!
Talk about finding a treasure. Too bad they didn't have two - you could have unloaded the second on eBay.
Dan
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| dolphinprincess |
09 Jun 2004 |
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Luna ~
You are having some wonderful 'tarot luck' lately :D Someone upstairs is smiling down on you. I am so happy for your awesome find!
As always, you deserve it ;)
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| MeeWah |
09 Jun 2004 |
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Lunakasha: Thoroughly enjoyed your Tarot adventure & its synchronistic elements, especially the Tarot find!
Do let us know how the Greenwood "works" for ye, too.
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| Melissa` |
10 Jun 2004 |
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Oh I'm so happy that you had a wonderful time and was able to pick up the Greenwood. It does show up at the most unlikely times. :)
~ M
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| starsongs |
10 Jun 2004 |
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OOhhhhh, Luna; Greenwood Tarot! What a find! :D
I'd love to know what you think of working with it.
Good that you decided to go with your friends and had such a wonderful time!
starsongs
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| magpie9 |
10 Jun 2004 |
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Lunakasha
You lucky one! You must be doing something right. :)
I have the greenwood too, and it is a great deck. It's wonderfull on spiritual and growth stuff, as you might expect, but it's also a very practical deck. I didn't expect that from it--it was one of many wonderful surprises it had for me---and they're still coming! :)
Enjoy!!
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| smokey |
10 Jun 2004 |
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WOW!!!
Luna, you rock, lady!
I just adore reading your posts, LUV that great sense of humor!
I am soo glad your friend was willing and able to loan you t/money at a time that you may not have been blessed with again,and you even have a chance to broaden your friendship by taking it to new levels thru readings...how Exciting for All of you...
(please do keep us informed how this goes!)
It made my early morning So much nicer knowing that things worked out 4-you,enjoy your Greenwood!!! lol,
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| Centaur |
10 Jun 2004 |
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Luna,
That is an amazing story. And for soooooooooo cheap!!!! Excellent!
I wonder if you could send some of your tarot-luck in my direction please?! :)
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| Summerdream |
10 Jun 2004 |
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(((Karen)))
Congratulations on your find!!!! I will definatley need to go check out that shop in Farmington...hehe. Sometimes it is easier to sit back and let the world pass us by, but when we take an active part in it...good things happen. You need to buy a scratch ticket tonight girl....LMAO. No, seriously.
Luv ya,
Summerdream:)
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| Dark Inquisitor |
10 Jun 2004 |
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Congratulations Luna !! I love it when the Universe gives you a reward , or a sign you are going in the right direction like that.
I had a similar experience finding the Greenwood, once online for the original price brand new, and then AGAIN in a tiny new age store in the middle of nowhere. The decks were kept down low in a glass case and when I bent down I couldn't believe what I was seeing ! A friend had wanted the Greenwood too and so I got it on her behalf. Again for the original price!
Keep thinking positive !
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| lunakasha |
10 Jun 2004 |
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Originally posted by Tarotphelia
Congratulations Luna !! I love it when the Universe gives you a reward , or a sign you are going in the right direction like that.
Thanks Tarotphelia.....this is EXACTLY how I felt yesterday....not just about finding the Greenwood, but the way the whole day went from there...one incredible blessing after another! I am definitely thinking positive, and finding more positive energy coming into my life lately....:D
Being able to discuss tarot with these friends was really cool...I had never mentioned my interest in tarot with them (or with most people) to avoid a potentially negative reaction. Imagine my surprise when all three of them were curious and interested, rather than horrified??? It was unbelievable!!! :D
Thanks everyone for your wonderful comments....I am so happy I was able to come here and share this experience with my friends...
:D Luna
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| Flavio |
10 Jun 2004 |
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I now how it is like to search up and down for a deck and when you finally find it is overpriced, lucky you this was not the case...
Congratulations! you deserve it and you got it, enjoy!
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| prk001 |
10 Jun 2004 |
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congrats Luna on finding the Greenwood deck....
Its always turns out to be good to go with the flow... although I don't tend to do it often... :D
L&L,
RK
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| hedgecub |
10 Jun 2004 |
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Excellent stroke of luck, Luna! Go you for taking a chance and going out, and for having such excellent taste in friends :D
Perhaps this story can serve as encouragement for Aeclectics to visit their neighborhood esoteric shops more often ;)
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| lunakasha |
10 Jun 2004 |
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Originally posted by hedgecub
Excellent stroke of luck, Luna! Go you for taking a chance and going out, and for having such excellent taste in friends :D
Perhaps this story can serve as encouragement for Aeclectics to visit their neighborhood esoteric shops more often ;)
Thanks hedgecubbie! :P
I agree....I would LOVE to visit this store more often but...being a little short on cash lately, I have stayed away...too much tarot torture for me, LOL!!!
Actually, I was VERY surprised at how much they have expanded their tarot selection...just goes to show that tarot is really "taking off" right now, interest is growing....and isn't that exciting??? :D
I have made it a priority now to "visit" Liquid Sunshine at least once per month...just so I don't miss out on anything!!! })
:D Luna
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| skytwig |
10 Jun 2004 |
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What I find most intriguing about this experience is that you did not let money dictate your day. You let friendship lead you and ended up having quite an adventure......
I know I've done the same thing with money deciding whether I went out to play.... In the last year, I've been so poor that I had to go anyway, without money, and ended up having wonderful play times!!
What this has helped me to do is change my value system and put things like people and joy and nature first..... and let money be what it is; not take it on as some mean little dictator in my pocket!
:) Cool stuff! Thanks Luna!
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| Alissa |
10 Jun 2004 |
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That's a fabulous tale indeed.... just wanted to say how much I enjoyed reading it as well. Congratulations! On your deck... and your choice of friends. :)
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| tao51 |
10 Jun 2004 |
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The joy of finding the point of your search--it is pure elation. I will be anxious to see your posts about the deck.--Tao
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| Star Spirit |
10 Jun 2004 |
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Congratulations Luna! I'm very happy for you :D
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| Xarokys |
11 Jun 2004 |
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This is wonderful, Luna!!! Not only did you find a much wanted deck, but the circumstances surrounding your find will give this deck wonderful energy. Each time you use this deck, you will remember the joy and excitement you felt when you found it.
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| lunakasha |
11 Jun 2004 |
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Originally posted by Xarokys
This is wonderful, Luna!!! Not only did you find a much wanted deck, but the circumstances surrounding your find will give this deck wonderful energy. Each time you use this deck, you will remember the joy and excitement you felt when you found it.
Yes....absolutely!!!
The way I felt that day....even before finding the deck...it was almost dreamlike, the way things happened. Hard to explain but...the moment I decided to visit my friends, and to not let lack of money (or fear of being judged for it?) dictate my day....one thing led to another and another...all positive, wonderful moments spent with good friends!!! :))) Yes, I will always remember that day...for many reasons.
:) Luna
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| Mimers |
11 Jun 2004 |
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WhuuuWhooo! This is great news!!!
I say if you are meant to have the Greenwood, it will find you. I have done the most amazing meditations with me with my Greenwood deck. I hope you get the same amazing results from yours!
Blessings,
Mimi
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| lunakasha |
11 Jun 2004 |
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Originally posted by Mimers
WhuuuWhooo! This is great news!!!
I say if you are meant to have the Greenwood, it will find you. I have done the most amazing meditations with me with my Greenwood deck. I hope you get the same amazing results from yours!
Blessings,
Mimi
Thanks Mimi!!! :D
I definitely believe that this deck did "find me"....no other way to explain it, really. :)
I am very anxious to get working with this one....right now I am easing in gradually....just enjoying the beautiful artwork and getting a very nice, calming energy from them. I can definitely see these cards as being wonderful meditative tools....
Thanks for the kind words....
:D Luna
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| tmgrl2 |
11 Jun 2004 |
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Oh dear, another deck I have to find? The Greenwood?
sigghhhh...
terri
I took at look at it...it is lovely...
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| lark |
11 Jun 2004 |
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Luna what wonderful luck you are having.
I'm reading a book by Sonia Choquette
Called Trust Your Vibes
And you did just what she advises, you trusted your intuition and went even though you had no money...
Just with the expecation of a good time and that all would be well anyway.
And your inner guide richly rewarded you.
I found my Merryday in a similar way.
Was digging around in a pile of books and saw a beat up black box that look suspiciously tarot sized.
I pulled it out and it was the Merryday.
The box was wore but the cards were still shrink wrapped and in perfect shape.
Bargain priced at $12.95. :)
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| lunakasha |
11 Jun 2004 |
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Originally posted by lark
Luna what wonderful luck you are having.
I'm reading a book by Sonia Choquette
Called Trust Your Vibes
And you did just what she advises, you trusted your intuition and went even though you had no money...
Just with the expecation of a good time and that all would be well anyway.
And your inner guide richly rewarded you.
I found my Merryday in a similar way.
Was digging around in a pile of books and saw a beat up black box that look suspiciously tarot sized.
I pulled it out and it was the Merryday.
The box was wore but the cards were still shrink wrapped and in perfect shape.
Bargain priced at $12.95. :)
Thanks ((((lark))))!!!!
It was an amazing experience....the whole day I felt like my guides were right there with me....REALLY close, if you know what I mean. And I am a person who struggles daily with anxiety....I mean, it could have gone either way as far as my decision. But I am so glad that I did not allow fear to hold me back....I think I need to trust myself to venture out a little more often.....:P
:D Luna
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| ScarabFlight |
11 Jun 2004 |
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Congratulations on your wonderful find! Isn't that a great feeling when a deck you've been looking everywhere finds you?! I found the Buckland Romani after searching high and low. It's also good because you don't have to have that little "should I/shouldn't I" discussion with yourself. If it didn't want to come home with you it wouldn't be there just waiting for you!! Why look a gift tarot deck in the mouth? lol
P.S. Go Maine!! I grew up in Brewer (probably only you will know where that is!) (near Bangor) but now I live in Florida. :D
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| lunakasha |
11 Jun 2004 |
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Originally posted by ScarabFlight
Congratulations on your wonderful find! Isn't that a great feeling when a deck you've been looking everywhere finds you?! I found the Buckland Romani after searching high and low. It's also good because you don't have to have that little "should I/shouldn't I" discussion with yourself. If it didn't want to come home with you it wouldn't be there just waiting for you!! Why look a gift tarot deck in the mouth? lol
P.S. Go Maine!! I grew up in Brewer (probably only you will know where that is!) (near Bangor) but now I live in Florida. :D
Thanks ScarabFlight!!! :D
And yes, I do know where Brewer is, LOL!!! I lived in Bangor for a couple of years, and have a cousin who currently lives in Brewer!!!
I live about an hour away...but you probably knew that too!!! ;)
:P Luna
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| Chronata |
11 Jun 2004 |
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What a very cool and inspiring account of the Wheel Of Tarot Fortune turning in your favor, Luna!
I think the Universe was rewarding you for taking the honest approach and just going with the flow, instead of cancelling your plan with an excuse.
Congratulations on getting your hands on a Greenwood...and for so little too!
You have really great friends! (wow...did I hear you say you were gifted with a Gilded? VERY great friends indeed! :D)
and I'm glad you got to draw them into your tarot world!
You now will have a great resource for doing live practice readings ....so when are you joining the ranks of the Professionals? :)
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| Moonbow* |
11 Jun 2004 |
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Luna
Lucky you! Beautiful deck, one of my favourites - a real treasure.
Don't the best things happen when you least expect them?
Okay Lady Luck my way please! :D
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| tmgrl2 |
11 Jun 2004 |
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Originally posted by Chronata
What a very cool and inspiring account of the Wheel Of Tarot Fortune turning in your favor, Luna!
I think the Universe was rewarding you for taking the honest approach and just going with the flow, instead of cancelling your plan with an excuse.
Congratulations on getting your hands on a Greenwood...and for so little too!
You have really great friends! (wow...did I hear you say you were gifted with a Gilded? VERY great friends indeed! :D)
and I'm glad you got to draw them into your tarot world!
You now will have a great resource for doing live practice readings ....so when are you joining the ranks of the Professionals? :)
Yes, Chronata...I have asked Luna the same question...about joining the ranks of Professionals? Gifts received, gifts passed on.....Maybe the universe is giving you a message with all of these gifts....LOL
terri
I looked for a Greenwood at my local shop...no such LUCK...
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| lunakasha |
11 Jun 2004 |
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Originally posted by tmgrl2
Yes, Chronata...I have asked Luna the same question...about joining the ranks of Professionals? Gifts received, gifts passed on.....Maybe the universe is giving you a message with all of these gifts....LOL
terri
I looked for a Greenwood at my local shop...no such LUCK...
Thank you tmgrl, Chronata and Moonbow*, for your encouragement....it means a lot, really!!! :D Now if only I could start believing it...how do you get to that point anyway??? Having the confidence to just....do it??? I hope to figure it out one day...meanwhile, I plan to get lots of practice here!!! :P
Oh and terri....you cannot go looking for the Greenwood....as ScarabFlight said, when the time is right, it will find you.....;)
Thanks again....you guys are the greatest!!!
:D Luna
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| tmgrl2 |
11 Jun 2004 |
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I believe you are right about the deck finding me, Luna...
Tarot found me this year...I don't even remember when or how...It was February...and I found Aeclectic and that was that.
I'm hooked.
I just began by telling people I read, and when they asked for a live reading, I said "Sure." And we set a time. I refused to give a reading while I was on the run...I did some "on the spot," but only when both of us had the time...so one day, your "live"reader will find you, Luna...as you begin to tell people you read.
I am still working in a profession in a school..but now, whenever I get the chance, I say, "I read Tarot." Just that simple. The questions come and then the people who want readings come forward...I know you would love it! Today my husband said: "$50. You're going to pay this reader $50?? What kind of certificate does he have? " I answered, "His 'certificate' is the people who keep coming back for more."
terri
good thread about how things "come to us, " Luna....they really do...and we just have to open the door and let them in.
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| Ravenswing |
11 Jun 2004 |
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lunakasha--
It seems the omniverse is speaking rather loudly :laugh:
Enjoy the ride
fly well
Raven
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| lunakasha |
12 Jun 2004 |
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Thank you SO MUCH for the link, lark!!!
There is A LOT of great information here, and insight into the Greenwood, especially the minors and courts....
Very nice of you to share!!!
:D Luna
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| Knightward |
13 Jun 2004 |
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I've seen the Greenwood set several times in Borders/South Portland. Nevertheless, congrats on your find, I also read in Maine, Kennebunk area however.
-Fenier
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| lunakasha |
13 Jun 2004 |
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Originally posted by Knightward
I've seen the Greenwood set several times in Borders/South Portland. Nevertheless, congrats on your find, I also read in Maine, Kennebunk area however.
-Fenier
HEY!!!
Another Mainer....nice to meet you, Knightward!!! :)
I have never seen the Greenwood around here, anywhere....
although I usually go to the Borders in Bangor rather than South Portland...hmmm....road trip??? :D
Thanks for posting...look forward to more!
:) Luna
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The Life is Funny.... thread was originally posted on 09 Jun 2004 in the Talking Tarot board, and is now archived in the Forum Library. Read the active threads in Talking Tarot, or read more archived threads.
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