Independence Month ... and Extending Pride Month ... July's Pick-A-Card

Hello all you magical beings... Yep I totally didn't write June's blog... But hear me out because I have something incredible to share...

I GOT MARRIED!!!

I say this one to celebrate that I said I Do to my incredible partner and now husband on beautiful Jensen Beach, FL. And let me say that was a lot of work to pull together and create. But it was absolutely worth it! So in lieu of a blog posting and apology for June, I just want to share with you a picture of absolute joy:

So yes please enjoy the revelry and love emanating from this photo... Because I am :).

Now let's jump into what July has in store... I'm extending Pride month!!! At least in my Tarot deck and book for the month. With all the wonderful things happening and going on in June, I want to take an extra month to dive into the chosen decks from June; just as a reminder I chose Queer Tarot, Drag Queen Oracle is being added to the line up, and Queering the Tarot by Cassandra Snow. It may feel a bit like a cop out and you know what... It is a bit. I won't get into too much politicalness as I try my best to keep that out of my Tarot practice, but I must admit it's becoming increasingly present. With the current political climate, especially with the assault on the existence of the LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC Communities, July being independence month is ... a little more difficult to celebrate. You see... I hold firm to the adage "We're not free, until we're all free" which I believe is attributed to Martin Luther King Jr. It is difficult to revel in the privileges I enjoy without that weighing on my mind. Because while one of us suffers, we all do. Not just in theory but in the real world (Remember the video of an abandoned work site because the primary builders with from Mexico?). So this July it does not feel appriopriate to Ra Ra the country when it's more divided than ever.

July's Pick-A-Card

Now, politics aside let's jump into the monthly Pick-A-Card readings!! Since I'm continuing with my June is Pride Month vibe... Let's see what the Queer Tarot and Drag Queen Oracle have to say this month...

Take a moment and clear your mind, ground yourself in the here and now, let go of whatever the day has delivered to you. And when you feel ready choose a number between 1 and 3. When you have your number, find the corresponding card pile below...

Pile 1

If you chose pile number one, this month will bring you a chance for alchemy. With Temperance at the head of the, things that don't seem to work together will all of a sudden just work... Now it won't be always easy to get the team on board (Seven of Wands) but you have the dream to guide you. Tap into the Star energy and be the Queen of the Ball!! Bring that eleganza excellence to the forefront of all you do this month.

Pile 2

If you chose the second pile, July is going to be a boundaries month. But remember the Nine of Wands is about protecting your peace and your joy as much as it is about holding firm. You'll find your happiness increasing with this approach (Four of Wands). And remember it's not selfish to take care of yourself ... Even if you feel like it is (Seven of Swords). Trans Femme is about enjoying the soft side of yourself.

Pile 3

This month reawaken your heart and emotions (Ace of Cups energy). But also give yourself a moment of peace (Four of Swords). You are a mover and groover and sometimes you just need to trust things will come your way. Those ships are coming to you so give yourself a moment to breathe (Three of Wands). The Dancer's energy is purposeful and on the beat not frantic and wild, so give your actions intention.

I'm not going to sugar coat things right now. It's a scary climate we're navigating right now and the utmost priority for you is you. Take care of yourself and take care of your circle. Right now the party in power will do everything to separate us from each other through fear and we need to stand together now more than ever.

Be Safe and Make It A Magical Day friends. -Stella B