Less than 1 week and I have to pack up our Florida things in preparation for returning to Ontario. At our age there is no guarantee that we will be able to return. But we have had a wonderful 3 years of renting the trailer in Sleepy Hollow Zephyrhills. Good times and good friends.
DAILY TAROT: VIII EIGHT OF CUPS
I am ready to leave behind anything that hinders my spiritual growth.
This Anhinga was drying it’s wings deep in the cedar forest along the Hillsborough River. Also known as a snake bird for the way it swims. A couple from Woodstock told me they called them “flasher birds” because of the way their wings are hung.
DAILY TAROT: XV THE DEVIL
I have the power to free myself and create the future that I deserve.
Don’t wait for someone to bring you flowers. Plant your own garden and decorate your own soul.
~ Luther Burbank American botanist March 7, 1849 – April 11, 1926
Porte Ponderings:
Happy first day of Spring 2024.
If you can’t plant a garden, talk a walk through one or through a park to see all the wonderful flowers. The wetlands in Wilderness Park Morris Bridge Florida are filled with tall, bright yellow Butterweed.
DAILY TAROT: I ACE OF WANDS
I am ready to pursue my passion and take it to the next level.
Surrounded by my art supplies it’s easy to see why this card of inspiration has shown itself again.
“The Ace of Wands is a powerful tarot card that symbolizes inspiration, creativity, and new opportunities. It represents the spark of passion and the potential for growth and transformation.”
Learn from your mistakes and build on your successes.
~ John C. Calhoun 7th vice president of the U.S. Born on: 18th March 1782
Porte Ponderings:
Sometimes a change in perspective can create a unique photo. The photo I used for today’s quote is an example of a change in perspective. Usually butterflies are seen from their topside with wings wide open. This photo is from the underside as the Gulf Fritillary was feeding on a small white flower. Using Aperture mode the details of the butterfly and flowers are sharp and the background is blurred to emphasise the details of the subject. Aperture Mode is my favorite.
DAILY TAROT: XVIII THE MOON
I trust in my intuition and honour my ability to uncover the truth.
You might as well like yourself; Just think about all the time you’re gonna have to spend with you.
~ Jerry Lewis Actor and comedian Born on: 16th March 1926
Porte Ponderings:
Yesterday I went hiking at Wilderness Park, Morris Bridge Road. I thought I’d walk the cedar trail to the outlook and around to the start. Unfortunately the path was underwater about 500 feet before I got to the outlook. So back I headed. Another couple walking the same trail also headed back. We missed our turn and ended up surrounded by water. We saw a small alligator and headed back to the turn. They were an interesting couple with a modern love story. They had dated in high school, but went their separate ways. Each had lived a full life, but events left them alone (Her husband had died and his wife had divorced him). They re-connected through Facebook, have now been together for 5 year and are planning their wedding in Hawaii next year. They are looking for a destination wedding photographer (not something I do) and showed me their beautiful engagement photos that they had paid $400 for. Well, they got their money’s worth. The photos were amazing. As we parted ways I said I’ll see them again on Facebook and gave them my business card. I then went to chase butterflies and got the amazing shot in today’s quote.
DAILY TAROT: SIX OF CUPS
I respect the past but embrace the present moment.
An increased level of harmony and cooperation in your relationships. You are ready to give and receive, without expectation.
WEEKLY TAROT: Dream Weaver’s Oracle
Where you are:
13 All the Willows Know Your Name You feel the grounded safety of belonging.
What you experience:
40 When the Weavers Built the Sun Whatever your dream begin now. Anything is possible.
Outcome from the first two cards:
22 Surfing Rainbows on the Moon Give wings to your imagination and commit to fly.
To live is to change, and to be perfect is to have changed often.
~ John Henry Newman Cardinal, theologian and poet Born on: 21st February 1801
Porte Ponderings:
DAILY TAROT: Seven of Swords
I resolve to do the right thing even if the other way looks easier.
This card seems to come up often for me. It is something I strive to do. As my favorite manager always said: Do the right thing and you will never be wrong. 😉
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