January 24, 2011 - Ace of Cups

I love this card.  There is so much peace in it, so much hope.  Sure, like all Aces it holds the idea, the seed, the possibility, in this case of deep emotions, intuition, intimacy, compassion and love.  And yes, this card, like all the cards, requires us to use our gifts, to make the effort.  Tarot is never sure, never Fate, at least in my understanding of it.  Tarot reminds us that life collaborates with us every step of the way.  We bring our gifts, and maybe we get the promised prize.  Of course, we must always be open to what may come and how it may come.  So many times we are so sure how the story will play out and surprisingly find ourselves in another story entirely.  The key seems to be this: Be open.

When the Ace of Cups arrives in a reading, it suggests the emotional and intuitive realms are at the fore.  The seeds have been planted but what grows, if anything, depends on you.  Many get this card and think 'new love.'  And yes, it could mean that, but it doesn't have to.  Any part of the emotional realm is under this card's provenance.  So be prepared.  Look at your life and see how its emotional energy can work for you.  Maybe it is a new love.  Maybe it is forgiveness, of yourself or another.  Perhaps it's time to reach out and connect with others.  Or it could be that it is time for you to drop your reserve and let your feelings show.  Only you will know what this card means and it requires that you practice patience and self-reflection.