Crafting Poetry One Syllable at a Time
Posted on July 3, 2020 by Colleen M. Chesebro
Welcome back to Fairy Tarot Friday. Each Friday I’ll share a card from the Fairy Tarot deck by Doreen Virtue & Radleigh Valentine, featuring an uplifting message from the fey. I’ll also include a bit of syllabic poetry inspired by the card reading.
The Major Arcana contains 22 cards that describe major events and turning points in our lives (marriage, pregnancy, relationship and career changes, and overcoming personal challenges). The Major Arcana cards also represent the different phases from childhood to old age.
Doreen Virtue numbered the Minor Arcana cards to comprise four suits representing different aspects of human life. They number the Minor Arcana cards 1 (Ace) through 10, plus the four court cards (Princess, Prince, Queen, and King). The Minor Arcana reflects the day-to-day aspects of our lives and the people in them. Court cards represent either a situation or a person during a reading.
The Minor Arcana comprises four suits. In traditional Tarot they are; wands, cups, swords, and coins. In Fairy Tarot, the four suits reflect the seasons: Spring for wands, Summer for cups, Winter for swords, and Autumn for coins. In Angel Tarot, the seasons represent the four elements: fire = spring, water = summer, air = winter, and earth = autumn. Consider these elements in relation to the Fairy Tarot, as well.
The divinatory meanings are given for upright cards only—this tarot is not intended for reversed readings.
Once you get to know the fairies, you’ll see they are strong-willed environmentalists. They get perturbed at people who mistrust animals or the earth. Never lie to a fairy. Instead, help them take care of the planet and other living beings. Do your part. Your actions will richly reward you, and the fairies will encourage you in amazing ways.
What a fantastic draw! Freyja, the wise woman’s apprentice picked this card today. She seemed to be a natural!
“The Chariot,” from the Major Arcana, signifies that you’ve done great work so far! Of course, you still have many priorities that you are balancing at the same time. It couldn’t be any other way. Be prepared. You may be called upon to keep control of more than one driving force at a time. stay centered, strong, and determined. I know you will accomplish your goal!
Remain steadfast in your sense of purpose, and don’t allow other influences to steer you off course. If you keep at it, you can accomplish far more than you realize.
This card also reminds us that it’s your moment to step into the spotlight. Drawing attention to yourself or your work can feel awkward, but it’s absolutely essential at this time for you to make this move. Don’t hesitate! Show people what you’ve got.
Be genuine and optimistic in your interactions with people and the public. Your excitement for your goals will shine through and your confidence will increase. Be proud of your accomplishments.
Notice the faery charioteer who leads two dragonflies. These magical creatures have the ability to go in any direction—and at amazing speeds! The fact that this faery can keep the dragonflies under control and headed in the right direction is a testament to her determination and skill. You possess these same qualities!
Additional meanings of this card:
Self-control. Victory! Celebrate what you’ve achieved. Accomplish your dreams. Modes of transportation, and work-related travel figure into this card, as well.
stay centered focused and driven, celebrate— it's your time draw attention to your work your confidence soars
©2020 Colleen M. Chesebro
Category: Authors Supporting AuthorsTags: Celebrate your achievements, Fairy Tarot Cards, Fairy Tarot Friday, Freyja, Self control, The Chariot, The Major Arcana
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—Dylan Thomas
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Colleen M. Chesebro is an American Poet who loves crafting paranormal fantasy and magical realism, cross-genre flash fiction, syllabic poetry, and creative nonfiction. Colleen sponsors a weekly syllabic poetry challenge, called Tanka Tuesday, on wordcraftpoetry.com where participants learn how to write traditional and current forms of haiku, senryu, haiga, tanka, gogyohka, tanka prose, renga, solo-renga, haibun, cinquain, Etheree, nonet, and shadorma poetry. Colleen's syllabic poetry has appeared in the Auroras & Blossoms Poetry Journal, and in “Hedgerow, a journal of small poems.” She’s won numerous awards from participating in the Carrot Ranch Rodeo, a yearly flash fiction contest sponsored by carrotranch.com. In 2020, she won first place in the Carrot Ranch Folk Tale or Fable category, with her story called “Why Wolf Howls at the Moon.” Colleen is a Sister of the Fey, where she pursues a pagan path through her writing. When she is not writing, she is reading. She also loves gardening and crocheting old-fashioned doilies into works of art.
Thank you Colleen! 🧚♀️ 🌟 🧚♀️
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I like how the chariot card is drawn. So full of life and energy and of joy about the journey. A card full of passion for the goal ahead. A very timely card for me since I am so full of joy and passion for my studies. This field is filling me with so much life and joy.
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That’s fabulous, Erika. I love when the cards speak to you. I can tell you’re happy working toward your goal. I can tell you love learning new things. Bravo! ❤️
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Hehe, yes, absolutely! My greatest joy to follow the path to what I love to do!
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That’s fabulous! ♥️♥️♥️
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😊😊😊
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Hi, Colleen. I unfollowed and re-followed your blog and hopefully I’ll see your notifications again. Stay safe and well. ❤️
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I keep missing your challenge as well. As soon as I’m done with this book, I’ll take some time off and join in. Hugs, Fran. ❤
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Thank you (and Freyja) for the encouraging message!
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LOL! Happy Fourth of July weekend. We’re at home and I’m writing. ❤️
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That sounds like the perfect Fourth of July weekend!
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I actually took the day off. I’ve been exhausted lately and decided I just needed a day where I didn’t write. ❤
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I loveeeeeeee your readings, not just the fact that they’re always positive but they’re always applicable to my life at the moment and give me encouragement. And that little kitty pic is too cute. ❤
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LOL! I think I channel those close to me. Amongst all the horror of the times we live in there is resilience in pushing through the difficult times to rise triumphant on the other side. It’s like breathing… you gotta do it! 😍❤️
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Yessssssssssssssssssssss!!!! ❤ xx
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Oh my goodness, Colleen! I think this card was just for me. When I read this statement, “You may be called upon to keep control of more than one driving force at a time,” I literally gasped. Everything about this card speaks to me in a big way! Thank you so much for sharing!
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Yay! I love when the Oracle allows us to connect in such powerful ways. You’re so welcome, Jan. But, you’ve got this! 😍❤️
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Fantastic card and the meaning is so spot on for me just now. xxx
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I thought of you and and the dragonflies immediately. This is your time. ❤
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I love the joy this card brings, plus I’m a fan of dragonflies;)
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Therein lies the magic! I love them too. 😍
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Dearest Colleen.. This is just the card I needed to read this weekend… You could have drawn it just for ME 😉 lol This Deck of cards is beautiful.. I have started using a deck my daughter got me last year, and I find in times of need, I go to it and it never fails to deliver wisdom.. That deck is Angels and Ancestors Oracle Cards by Kyle Gray. The artwork there by Lily Moses, is also superb….
Thank you again Colleen for your wisdom.. And Love… I signed up today for your newsletter updates…
Sending Love your way Colleen…. I feel more empowered today than in a long while.. 🙂 💚🙏🌈💜 Thank you
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Dear Sue, you’re so welcome. I love these fairy cards because of the empowering messages. We all need to be lifted up in these times. Hugs and love coming your way. ❤️❤️❤️
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They did just that 👍🧚🧚🧚🧚
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The energy in this card is powerful. From the dragonflies to her expression…so much determination. Movement forward. I love the message here. Thanks, Colleen. Happy 4th to you/
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Happy Fourth, Lisa. I love the energy! Way to go for a job well done! ♥️🔮
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I know I’m a week behind on reading a bunch of posts (!?!), but this was perfect for me! I learned last Friday – when you drew this card – that I’m doing well at my new job! Huzzah!
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You rock! I’ll have a new card tomorrow! Be ready. ❤️🔮
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