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Blind Crone Combination Card Spread Using Playing Cards and Lenormand Cards Combination Reading

If you’re interested in improving your card reading skills exponentially, take the leap and start “reading blind,” first thing every morning. I’ll explain:

Lately I’ve been doing some early morning B.C. (Before Coffee/ Blind Card) “no questions” card draws combining playing cards with Lenormand cards. I just pull the cards, no particular questions asked, with the general intention of getting the day’s energy reading and/or information applicable to me, someone I know, or someone who reads/ follows any of my social media or blogs.

I’ve found these blind draws with cards selected in the grogginess of morning are as accurate as they are fascinating — and quite a rewarding way to go about improving one’s cartomancy skills…

I call my spread the ‘Blind Crone’ Combination Card Spread a.k.a. the B.C.C.C. Spread the initials can also stand for ‘Blind Card’ Combination Card Spread and ‘Before Coffee’ Combination Card Spread There’s something about the foggy-groggy sensations of “early-morning-before-coffee-and-with-glasses-not-yet-on” card draws that seems to operate in magical ways …

 

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First I’ll explain my layout and what the positioning indicates:

Blind Crone Combination Card (B.C.C.C.) Spread:

Card 1 (top card)

Card 1 is a Playing Card placed in The Above Position – what’s on your mind/ general focus of the Reading

Cards 2-7 (middle six cards)

Cards 2-7 are placed in rows of three cards each with Row 1 showing Playing Cards and Row 2 showing Lenormand Cards. These cards can be read horizontally and vertically. The column containing the Above and Below Cards is central to the meaning of the spread.

Card 8 (bottom card)

Card 8 is a Lenormand Card placed in The Below Position – what you don’t want to think about/ aren’t noticing/ may be avoiding.

 

Blind Crone Combination Card Spread ©2020 Living With Cards – http://livingwithcards.com

 

Notes: I use the Base Cards of each deck for the Above and Below positions. You can do likewise or pull the cards in any order you like, as long as you remain consistent. You can also use Tarot Cards instead of Lenormand Cards if you prefer.

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Pictured below is a recent Blind Crone Combination Card draw featuring playing cards and the Blue Bird Lenormand Deck. The Reading appears to be about a Lady (Lady) who’s feeling  a bit off balance (8 of Diamonds), depressed and/or confused (Clouds) because she’s being forced to leave/ sell her home (9 of Spades + Ace of Clubs + Ace of Hearts) and will have to travel a distance to relocate (Ace of Hearts with House and Ship in the spread).

I immediately know who the cards are referring to (a personal female acquaintance) and note that 8 of Diamonds in the Above Position shows what’s most on her mind and Ship in the Below Position shows what she doesn’t want to think about and/or is avoiding. (Remember: the column containing the Above and Below cards is central to the meaning of the spread.)

 

Blind Crone Combination Card Spread Example ©2020 Living With Cards
Blind Crone Combination Card Spread (B.C.C.C.C) Example Using Playing Cards and Lenormand Cards ©2020 Living With Cards – http://livingwithcards.com

Blue Bird Lenormand Cards

 

The result of selling her current residence (Ace of Clubs) and moving  house could  be pleasing (Ace of Hearts + Lady) but right now the perceived pressure to do so is great (9 of Spades + House). There’s a lot of doubt, confusion and maybe even a touch of depression about moving to a new home (House + Clouds + Lady). She’s either not entirely convinced she should proceed or just doesn’t want to think about it right now (Ship in the Below Position).

The 8 of Diamonds in the Above Position suggests her mind is currently focused on caution, careful planning and balance or the lack thereof, as well as financial concerns/ ups & downs.

The cards aren’t telling her what to do, but merely mirroring the current energy patterns surrounding her circumstances. With Ship in the Below Position, she’s being advised that perhaps she should  spend more time exploring what’s really behind those fears, worries and/or reluctance to sell her house and relocate, and address the issues head on.

 

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If this Lady were to come to me later for input or advice about her situation, I’d already have a good heads-up on what’s going on thanks to having been “pre-alerted” by this Reading.

 

Blessings,

Mary Hawkins


Gypsy Witch Fortune Telling Playing Cards Discuss Corona Virus

First, let me tell you what the corona virus a.k.a. covid-19 is not:

It is NOT a hoax.

It is NOT a Democratic plot to overthrow 45.

It is NOT going to “go away,” “miraculously,” “any day now.” …

If you are believing what this Administration is saying, you are acting like a Sheep when you need to be acting like a Cat. I will let the Gypsy Witch cards explain.

 

Question: What Can We Know at this Time / What Should We Consider Concerning the Corona Virus?

 

Gypsy Witch Fortune Telling Playing Cards Discuss Corona Virus
Gypsy Witch Fortune Telling Playing Cards Discuss Corona Virus © 2020 Living With Cards livingwithcards.com

 

I decided to throw two spreads, the second one charging and using MICE to represent the virus, should it not show up in the first spread (Square 1). It did not, so I proceeded with my plan, locating MICE in the remaining cards and selecting it along with the four cards before and the four cards after (Square 2).

What I wound up with was two Squares of Nine, each with their own  Base Card (bottom two cards of the deck).

Square 1:

 

Gypsy Witch Fortune Telling Playing Cards Discuss Corona Virus Square of Nine No. 1
Gypsy Witch Fortune Telling Playing Cards Discuss Corona Virus Square of Nine No. 1: 52 Shepherd + 26 Park + 51 Lion + 10 Pig + 40 Wine + 21 Stork + 23 Ring + 36 Cat + 37 Rapiers over 42 Amor © 2020 Living With Cards livingwithcards.com

 

Those who are tasked with taking care of us (Shepard), our communities/ public places (Park) have been hit by a disagreeable surprise (Lion.) Honest communication about this virus has been withheld (6 ♦), particularly the ease and velocity at which this virus spreads with no regard for geographical boundaries (9 ♣). The talk/ information given to the public (Park) has been minimal and negative (J ♠).

Instead, this Administration has been, and continues to be, focused on the fantasy (note the “drunken stupor” aspect of Wine) that all is relatively well, will “go away” soon, and we should focus on consumerism (Pig), indulging ourselves (Wine) and looking ahead to a brighter future (Storks).

In other words, the Administration is not taking this health crisis as seriously as they should but rather as an inconvenient interruption of their goals and desires (despite efforts to communicate otherwise). The combination Pig + Wine + Storks brings to mind phrases such as “Indulge your desires,” “Eat, drink and be merry,” “Better days ahead,” and the like.

These cards clearly reveal the hidden agenda of our “shepherds” / those tasked with taking care of our welfare … they are committed (Ring) to ignoring/ downplaying the problem (Wine = fantasy/ delusional). Those surrounding 45 continue to engage in their sycophantic behavior (Cat = flattery), remaining all but oblivious to the “assaults and threats” (Rapiers) which will occur sooner or later.

Meanwhile, Amor as the Base Card pointedly depicts how very much this virus is attracted to us (contagion factor) which suggests it intends to stick around for a while.

In addition to describing the Administration’s attitude, Ring + Cat + Rapiers also suggests that We The People may be wise to acknowledge the corona virus threat as real and commit (Ring) to taking some independent steps (Cat) to care for our own health and welfare, such as social distancing (Cats are aloof and independent), washing of hands (Cats constantly lick their paws to clean and  groom themselves) and the like.

In a sense, the cards in Square 1 seem to counsel that because of this Administration’s inadequate, incompetent response and insistence on living in a delusional world of their preferred making while pretending to care about and placate us, we may be forced to shepherd ourselves (on local and state levels) in order to shield ourselves from the brunt of the “assaults and threats” that are sure to follow.

 

Square 2:

 

Gypsy Witch Fortune Telling Playing Cards Discuss Corona Virus Square of Nine No. 2
Gypsy Witch Fortune Telling Playing Cards Discuss Corona Virus Square of Nine No. 2: 50 Bear + 9 Birds + 27 Dog + 12 Children + 29 Mice + 46 Railroad + 15 Letter + 38 Flames on the Hearth + 5 Tree over 24 Hand in Hand © 2020 Living With Cards livingwithcards.com

 

In the second Square of Nine, MICE, symbolizing the virus, is the central card, touching every other card in the spread.

These additional cards give insight into what’s being affected. Finances (Bear). Communication / the Media (Birds). Support systems (Dog). Health (Tree).

So we’re looking at our financial health /stocks (Bear, Letter, Tree) as well as our physical health, rumors/ poor communications (Birds, Mice, Flames) and a caution that perhaps we should look more carefully at those in whom we are placing our trust (Dog) regarding matters involving our money and our health.

The second row specifically spells out the obvious: this is a new (Child) virus (Mice) that’s on a long projectory (Railroad). In a sense the “journey” has just begun. The virus (Mice) is fanning out of control (Flames). As a Pivot Card, Tree (health, both financial (Bear) and physical) is at a turning point, the future of which cannot be seen in this spread, at this time.

Letter + Flames  with Birds in the spread suggests there will be a spreading of documents/ communications/ words/ posts/ tweets, etc. concerning this virus and what’s being done (or not done) about it. Don’t believe everything you read on the internet. Letter also symbolizes the cards themselves and the insights they’re capable of providing to the more open-minded among you.

Hand in Hand as the Base Card cautions us to be aware of who and what we align ourselves with. Who or what are you “forming partnerships” with? With whom or what are you engaging? Remember contagion is mental as well as physical and what you focus on expands.

 

The Astrology of the Corona Virus

 

As far as the astrology is concerned, there are astrologers out there far more accomplished than myself to turn to. I suggest for starters you check out Sally Kirkman, Marjorie Orr and, especially, The People’s Oracle (be sure to read the pinned tweet) for what I believe are laser sharp (if not chilling) insights into this world pandemic and how it may progress.

 

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The two Pivot Cards from Squares 1 and 2, taken together, suggest this virus is a serious threat to / assault on (Rapiers) our health (Tree). While I certainly don’t believe in scaring people or acting as a harbinger of doom, I still feel I must caution you. Please don’t be a Sheep. The Shepherds (i.e. this Administration) will not take care of you. They will not put your best interests first. They are interested only in profits, re-election, power and control.

Trust your local and state health officials/ governments, real scientists and fully accredited/ vetted experts. They actually do care about you and whether you live or die. Turn to God/ Spirit/ The Force or whatever you call him/ her/ it. Be compassionate. Take care of each other. If you have elderly or immune-compromised family members, friends, neighbors, co-workers, check in on them. If YOU are elderly and/or immune-compromised, use your common sense and stay calm (or at least as calm as you can). Practice exceptional hygiene. Wash your hands with soap and water for 20 seconds rubbing and scrubbing (including under those fingernails), often throughout the day, especially if you come into contact with persons/ things that may possibly be exposure risks. Wipe down surfaces with disinfectant wipes.  Don’t put yourself in compromising situations. Stay out of crowds. If you’re feeling ill, please call your physician to discuss your symptoms and don’t just run out to the doctor or the emergency room without checking in first.

This corona virus will likely hang around for a while. The cards suggest a minimum of three to five months (Tree). Things will probably get worse before they get better. The more we can come together as communities and as a nation the better. This is not the time to let your personal politics dictate your behavior. Don’t allow yourself to be brainwashed and/or hypnotized by political mindset. Don’t be a Sheep.

You’re human. Act human. Love each other. Take care of each other. Follow the Golden Rule. Wash your hands and stay out of crowds. Pray. Stay calm. Be safe.

Blessings,

Mary Hawkins

Gypsy Witch Fortune Telling Playing Cards Meanings & Combinations: 40 Wine

The Gypsy Witch Fortunetelling Playing Card 40 Wine does not always mean “cheerfulness and gaiety” as described in the “fortune” on the card. For one thing, it’s a person card: the Queen of Clubs. As such it could be referencing an Earth sign person (Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn) or a person who largely operates in a friendly, helpful manner or one who possesses a practical, results-oriented mindset.

Consider also what happens when someone (Earth sign or not) becomes inebriated. Their thinking process may be interrupted, possibly blocked. They may find it difficult to think logically and/or make well-thought-out decisions. Actions they may take while “under the influence” may not turn out so well, etc.

 

Gypsy Witch Fortunetelling Playing Card 40 Wine – Living with Cards

 

All card readings are contextual. By that I mean you must take into consideration not only the actual question/ situation/ circumstance being explored, but also the energies surrounding either the Querent (if it’s their question) or the subject/ person  the Querent is seeking to gain information on.

Below I will discuss a reading showcasing Gypsy Witch 40 Wine and show you the card combinations that led me to my conclusions regarding the matter.

The Situation That Prompted the Reading

Two family members (A & B) are somewhat at odds regarding how to address a situation impacting a third family member (C) who is not capable of making their own health decisions. Family Member A’s approach seems “way over the top” to Family Member B, who as the local family member will be the person who ultimately handles the matter. Family Member B wants to get a better understanding of the energy surrounding the situation in light of Family Member C’s real needs at this time.

The Question: What Does B Need to Know about C’s Situation and the Way A is Dealing with It?

 

Gypsy Witch Fortunetelling Playing Cards address a family member’s health situation and another family member’s reaction to it. – Living with Cards © 2019

 

After a thorough shuffle of the cards, I pulled the nine card spread seen above, laying the cards out starting with the central card (Anchor), Left (Mountain), Above (Scythe), Right (Heart), Below (Key), Top Left Corner (Wine), Top Right Corner (Railroad), Bottom Right Corner (Lightening) and Bottom Left Corner (Lion).

I then flipped over cards in the remaining deck one by one until I uncovered Tree (health) which I selected along with the card before (Lilies) and the card after (Snake).

The Analysis

 

In order to intelligently explore this question we first need to determine Family Member C’s general state of health, which would be indicated by Gypsy Witch 5 Tree.

Gypsy Witch Fortunetelling Playing Cards Lilies + Tree + Snake - Living with Cards
Gypsy Witch Fortunetelling Playing Cards Lilies + Tree + Snake – Living with Cards

 

Here we are seeing health issues (Tree + Snake) that are exacerbated due to aging (Lilies). Quite simply, Family Member C is getting older. Their declining health is to be expected. I saw no red flags that would indicate Family Member C was on death’s doorstep.

With that portion of the analysis clear, we go on to the nine card spread which addresses Family Member A’s reactions to the situation and explores the energy behind how they are dealing with it:

Gypsy Witch Fortunetelling Playing Cards family member's health issue - Living with Cards © 2019
Gypsy Witch Fortunetelling Playing Cards family member’s health issue – Living with Cards © 2019

 

Two cards immediately struck my attention: the central card Anchor and the first card Wine. Equally interesting, both these cards suggested two layers of meanings to me.

Anchor, as the central card told me that Family Member C’s health was stable at the moment. It also suggested that Family Member B, the Querent, was the stabilizing force in the matter.

It was immediately obvious that the first card, Wine, did not symbolize “cheerfulness and gaiety” within the context of this question/ situation. I noted with interest that Family Member A, the person under examination, was both female and an Earth sign, making Wine which features the Queen of Clubs an appropriate significator.

A quick look at the four corners brought more insight: Railroad is a distance card; this could denote actual physical distance as well as emotional and/or psychological distance. Here it appropriately mirrored Family Member A’s physical distance from the situation as they lived out of state. Lightning in the bottom right corner suggested a “disagreeable surprise,” fortified by Lion in the bottom left corner, presaging “a sudden shock from bad news.” Just the four corners alone suggested Family Member A was thrown off their game by this situation concerning C’s health. I wrote in my notes:

Q♣ is catastrophizing from afar.

Wine (Q♣ representing Family Member A) + Scythe (snap decisions) + Railroad (distance).

Where’d I get “catastrophizing”? That came from the “testimonies” of Lion and Lightning which together with Scythe give the sense of jumping to conclusions (out of fear).

The cards went on to describe Family Member A’s fear and trepidation (Lion, Lightning) that C’s heart might stop (Heart, Mountain). Key shows the certainty in their mind that the worst would happen.

In a way, Family Member A’s mind was “bubbling over” (Wine) with every disturbing, unpleasant thought possible concerning C’s situation, which they were sure meant C was not long for this world, a “diagnosis” that is contradicted by Tree and its surrounding cards.

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Please note: I am not making any medical diagnosis here and the altercation between the two family members does not involve a health crisis. Rather, the two family members need to make decisions concerning C’s future health care in general and they have differing views on how to proceed.

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As a result of this reading Family Member B decided to put more effort into alleviating A’s fears by helping them better understand the procedures B was considering putting in place regarding C’s future health issues.

 

Blessings,

Mary Hawkins

Note: in this reading the Gypsy Witch Wine card did not testify that Family Member A was actually “inebriated” or acting out of any drunken stupor. However, in light of the card combinations, it was pointing out a similar type of reaction one might observe in a person who was “under the influence:” namely, blurred, blocked, fuzzy or delayed thinking (Wine + Mountain), interrupted thought process (Wine + Scythe), agitated, fear-based thinking (Wine + Lion with Lightening in the spread), etc.

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Note: Learn more about working with the Gypsy Witch Fortune Telling Playing Cards by clicking on the links below or using the Gypsy Witch link under Categories in the side bar to your right.

Gypsy Witch Fortune Telling Playing Cards Part 1

Gypsy Witch Fortune Telling Playing Cards Part 2

Gypsy Witch Fortune Telling Playing Cards Part 3

Gypsy Witch Fortune Telling Playing Cards Part 4

Gypsy Witch Fortune Telling Playing Cards Part 5

Gypsy Witch Fortune Telling Playing Cards Part 6

Gypsy Witch Fortune Telling Playing Cards Part 7

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Forensic Cartomancy: Lenormand Cards Discuss Missing Child Diana Alvarez

Here’s a question for you. If you pulled some Lenormand cards to find out whether a missing child was dead or alive and got DOG + BOOK + SCYTHE + CHILD + GARDEN + BIRDS, would you say that child was dead or alive?

I say ‘dead’ and will explain why and how I came to that conclusion further down in this post. But first, I’d like to discuss factors leading up to that particularly grim determination.

 

 

Background

According to news and media reports, Diana Alvarez, a nine year old Fort Myers, Florida child, was discovered missing from her home around 7:00 am on Sunday, May 29, 2016. Over the next several days it became sickeningly clear that a 28 year old male with the initials JG* likely was responsible for the child’s disappearance.

Diana Alvarez, age 9, discovered missing from Fort Myers, FL 5/29/2016, missing child, http://livingwithcards.com
Diana Alvarez, age 9, discovered missing from Fort Myers, FL 5/29/2016

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*JG had been a tenant at the family’s home, living there and paying rent. When family members noticed that JG appeared to be inappropriately interested in Diana and Diana appeared to be smitten by his attention, they insisted JG move out. This occurred in early May, shortly before the little girl disappeared.

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As I write this post, the suspect JG is in custody, charged with possession of child pornography. He has not claimed responsibility for the disappearance of Diana Alvarez and has since “lawyered up.” The child is still missing.

The Astrology

I have mentioned before, in this post and this one, that I primarily use forensic horary astrology techniques to discover what has happened in missing persons cases.

Because this is a cartomancy blog and not an astrology blog, I will not go into the blow-by-blow details that I was able to pull from careful analysis of the pertinent charts, other than to say there were numerous indications of kidnap, rape and murder, along with disturbing indications of extreme violence. If you are astrologically oriented, you can get the general idea from my scribbled notes on the “Discovered Missing” chart below.

Forensic horary astrology chart: Diana Alvarez Discovered Missing http://livingwithcards.com
Forensic horary astrology chart: Diana Alvarez Discovered Missing

 

Sickening, at best.

Based on past experience, it occurred to me that perhaps the Lenormand cards could shed more light on the matter. While the astrology was certainly clear enough, I’ve found the cards can often add another layer that is helpful to understanding the dynamics surrounding these tragic cases.

First I pulled a Lenormand Square of 9 to get the general “lay of the land,” so to speak.

Lenormand Square of 9: Circumstances Surrounding Diana Alvarez Disappearance

Lenormand Square of 9: 3 Ship - 26 Book - 9 Bouquet - 18 Dog - 22 Crossroads - 7 Snake - 13 Child - 24 Heart - 15 Bear http://livingwithcards.com
Lenormand Square of 9: 3 Ship – 26 Book – 9 Bouquet – 18 Dog – 22 Crossroads – 7 Snake – 13 Child – 24 Heart – 15 Bear

Mlle Lenormand Cartomancy Deck of 36 Cards

 

Note: None of these cards were preselected.

Diana is 13 Child, JG is 18 Dog. We can easily see they went on a road trip (SHIP + ROADS) that ended badly (SHIP + ROADS + SNAKE). Diana has a crush on JG (DOG + HEART), but JG has told her they have to keep it a secret (BOOK + HEART) from Mama and/or Papa (BEAR). JG gives Diana gifts (BOUQUET) or perhaps promises (HEART) to give them. Diana trusts JG (DOG).

22 Crossroads with 3 Ship + 26 Book suggests a “secret journey.” She should expect something wonderful and pleasant (BOUQUET). Perhaps the roads they traveled were wind-y,  or full of curves, or a round-about route (ROADS + SNAKE). Perhaps a bear or two (BEAR) had been spotted there. Maybe he told her they were going to stop to see the bears (BEAR) on their way to the “big surprise” (BOUQUET) he had for her.

She was so incredibly trusting (CHILD + HEART). Most nine year olds are.

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While the Lenormand Square of 9 was descriptive enough, it did not seem to address the critical question. So, taking a breath, I thoroughly re-mixed the cards and asked:

Q: Diana Alvarez Dead or Alive?

Lenormand Line of 5 with Base Card: 18 Dog - 26 Book - 10 Scythe - 13 Child - 20 Garden - 12 Birds http://livingwithcards.com
Lenormand Line of 5 with Base Card: 18 Dog – 26 Book – 10 Scythe – 13 Child – 20 Garden – 12 Birds

Mlle Lenormand Cartomancy Deck of 36 Cards

Following my normal procedure, I selected the base card (bottom card of the shuffled deck), placing it directly below the central (hinge) card of the Lenormand Line of 5. I have repeatedly found this extra card adds value to the reading, either by modifying one or more of the three cards above it, supplying additional information or clarification, and/or by pointing out a factor that should be considered.

DOG, BOOK and CHILD once again appeared in this second card draw. The repetition of cards in spite of vigorous shuffling and re-mixing in between draws did not go unnoticed. JG is the DOG (trusted friend, loved one, typically male); Diana is the CHILD and the BOOK is the secret between them.

The Line of 5 is quite straightforward. It suggests that the secret friend (DOG + BOOK) “cut” her down/ committed a violent act against her (SCYTHE + CHILD), then buried or placed her in a lushly vegetated area such as a park or nature preserve (GARDEN).

As a modifier to SCYTHE, BIRDS (associated with the throat and/or vocal chords) suggests “air.” Combining the base card with the hinge cardSCYTHE can be a “cut” or an “interruption” and BIRDS breathing and/or the breathing process (air). Did JG “cut” (SCYTHE) her throat (BIRDS)? Did he “interrupt” or “cut off” (SCYTHE) her airways (BIRDS)?  …. In other words, did he strangle or suffocate her so she wouldn’t (couldn’t) “talk” (SCYTHE + BIRDS)?

Conclusions

The forensic horary astrology charts suggest that Diana Alvarez is no longer with us. The Lenormand cards appear to agree. Both approaches suggest strangulation/ asphyxiation (with possible testimonies for slashing of the throat) as cause of death.

The Lenormand cards suggest Diana may be found in a garden, park, nature preserve or other area where there is lush vegetation (GARDEN). With BIRDS as the base card in the Line of 5, perhaps the authorities will have some success getting the perp to “talk.”

We can only hope…

Blessings,

Mary Hawkins

Note regarding my process: I will only examine a Missing Persons case when I have a reasonable understanding of the circumstances surrounding the disappearance, a reliable timeline including the date, time and place the person was either discovered missing and/or reported missing to police, and the victim’s birth data. The birth data of the perpetrator/ prime suspect is helpful as well. I prefer to work with current cases.

Unlike psychics (no disrespect intended), I do not base my findings on dreams or visions, nor do I pull information out of the ethers (or my butt, depending on your level of skepticism). Rather, I read the ‘star language‘ contained in the forensic astrology charts that I examine and interpret it to the best of my ability.

The first step (after familiarizing myself with a case) is always the casting and examination of the relevant astrology chart(s), which are carefully compared to the victim’s natal chart before drawing any conclusions. Once that’s done, I may or may not throw a card spread or two to gain additional information, as I did here. Yes, intuition is involved. So is common sense. Everybody has both of these faculties to some degree or another.

 


Lenormand Cards Predict Art Show Sales: Coffin, Mice, Ring, Garden, Clover, Fish

I love it when the Lenormand cards turn out to be literal. You know, like when 18 Dog actually turns out to be a dog, or when 13 Child is actually a child.

I had such an experience this morning when I threw a Lenormand Line of 5 to get a “heads up” on how my son’s art show opening reception this evening would go.

Background

My son is an emerging artist who’s recently completed his second year of a three year graduate fine arts program out of state. In the past, he’s had some success showing and selling his work at regional venues. He’s back in town for a few weeks and the opening reception for his latest art show is this evening.

Beyond curious as to know what the sales potential for tonight’s festivities might be, I couldn’t help but throw a Lenormand Line of 5 with the Blaue Eule (Blue Owl) Lenormand cards this morning to get the skinny.

Q: Art Show Reception Sales Potential

 

Blaue Eule (Blue Owl) Lenormand 8 Coffin - 23 Mice - 25 Ring - 20 Garden - 2 Clover http://livingwithcards.com
Blaue Eule (Blue Owl) Lenormand 8 Coffin – 23 Mice – 25 Ring – 20 Garden – 2 Clover – 34 Fish

Blaue Eule (Blue Owl) Lenormand Orakelkarten – blaue Eule

The spread starts out with some fears and worries, perhaps some pre-show jitters, about low attendance or potential lack of sales (COFFIN + MICE). The central or hinge card, 25 Ring, however, augers “contracts,” and in combination with 34 Fish, these are likely sales. (FISH, in and of itself, is a money card, confirming that the cards are indeed addressing a money question.)

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Note: As usual, I included the Base Card (bottom card of the shuffled deck), which I’ve found gives extra insight to the Lenormand Line of 5. In my experience, the base card either modifies the hinge (central) card or clarifies the focus of the reading. In this spread, it does both.

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20 Garden can be interpreted as “a public event” and here represents the art show itself. 2 Clover ending the Lenormand Line of 5 suggests success and a positive, likely profitable, outcome.

In a nutshell, “stresses and fears that attendance may be low or that sales might be poor (COFFIN + MICE) will dissolve/ dissipate/ end (COFFIN). My son will “get lucky” and likely experience a profitable outcome (CLOVER). The show (GARDEN) will bring in sales (RING + FISH)”.

To gain clarification and/or additional information, I quickly added up the cards’ numerical values and reduced the sum to a number equaling 36* or less:

8 + 23 + 25 + 20 + 2 + 34 = 112 = 1 + 1 + 2 = 4 = 4 House

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* 36 is the number of cards in a Lenormand deck. If I had been using a Tarot deck, I would have reduced the sum to a number equaling 22 or less, the number of Tarot cards in the Major Arcana.

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I then found 4 House in the remaining deck and selected it along with the card before and the card after.

 

Blaue Eule (Blue Owl) Lenormand 10 Scythe - 4 House - 31 Sun http://livingwithcards.com
Blaue Eule (Blue Owl) Lenormand 10 Scythe – 4 House – 31 Sun

 

SCYTHE is literally “a cut.” HOUSE symbolizes the venue. Literally, “the house gets a cut” (their commission on sales) and everyone walks away happy (SUN).

I was pleased with the card draw and can hardly wait to see how this goes. I’ll let you know! 🙂

Stay tuned,

Blessings,

Mary Hawkins

Update

Woo Hoo!! Opening night was a success! SUN and CLOVER came through with flying colors 🙂 — Attendance was fabulous, sales were made (so oh yeah, the house got its cut), opportunities for future shows at other venues are likely, the gallery owner is extending the show dates … all in all very positive and my son is very pleased at how things went.