BodhiSeed
I've always heard the Queen of Swords was a widow, or that she was grieving the loss of a loved one, but I could never understand where that meaning came from (Yes, I was one of those who as a young child followed my grandparents around asking, "But why?"). I have been reading "Easy Guide to Tarot" by Marcia Masino, and she states that the Queen of Swords is wearing a Victorian mourning bracelet. So now, this meaning makes a bit more sense...
Bodhran
Bodhran