Excerpts taken from "tell your own fortune" by Jane Struthers.

I had heard of Tarot cards, I ching, Oracle etc. but had never understood what they meant. In this book - Ms. Jane Struthers has given everything and very beautifully too. Wish I had found this book much earlier - this "all in one book" - kind of the same feeling as Sidney Sheldon's "The Doomsday Conspiracy" - where the hero wishes that he had met the last guy first and his investigation would have been so much easier !!- but it does'nt happen this way i suppose - whats the fun then eh?- this Doomsday Conspiracy reminded me of what Lobsang Rampa had said about the melting of earth..or a dying planet!

the major arcana

These twenty-two cards are also known as the trump cards. They show man's journey through life and are believed to reflect the twenty-two paths of the cabbalist Tree of Life, and also to reflect jung's archetypes. They are fascinating avenues to explore if you are interested in discovering the links between the different esoteric traditions.The cards illustrated here belong to the Universal Rider-Waite deck, a more brightly coloured version of the original Rider-Waite deck Each card contains a wealth of images that echo its meaning and will trigger your intuition.

The Fool

In many decks the Fool is unnumbered because it forms both the start and finish of the sequence of Major Arcana cards.This is the card of beginnings, which are usually embarked upon with enthusiasm, optimism and enterprise, even when other people pour scorn on them. A fresh start is being undertaken with almost childlike confidence and the firm conviction that all will be well.Very often it is, but this card warns of the dangers of overlooking potential pitfalls and obstacles.You may be so determined to step out into the unknown that you ignore the inherent problems involved in taking that path.(like me...just look what I am upto - trying to release the poor women out of the world wide web of boredom ...ie.Whoredom!- only a fool like me can do it - what say you?)

The High Priestess

The main message of this card is to follow your intuition and trust your instincts.These may speak to you through dreams as well as through conscious knowledge, so you should be open to the messages the universe is giving you.The High Priestess can also refer to a period of study or learning, especially if it has spiritual connections or will introduce you to a new aspect of yourself. Alternatively, you may be about to embark on a period in which you will learn from experience.The card can also indicate that you will benefit from the advice of someone who is probably older than you.(I have always got such eerie and uncanny dreams that I can't tell you...okay I'll tell you ..for example before getting a job in The Park, I had seen it in my dream...similarly HCL Frontline job - I'd seen it in my dreams...and the most amazing dream - when I got admitted in Arena Multimedia - I had seen it in (the building and structure of Arena) my dream ..some 6-7 years before joining...ie. at a time when Arena did not even exist in Kolkata !!since I remember dreams very well , I was surprised to see the manifestation of my dream after 7 years !!)

The Empress

This is a card of creativity, fertility and abundance.Since creativity comes in many forms, the Empress can describe the birth of a cherished child or the dawning of an idea that will bring tremendous emotional satisfaction. If the question concerns a romantic relationship, this card suggests that it will be happy and fulfilling. It may lead to marriage or some other form of emotional commitment.This card may also refer to a house move, especially if it will bring you into closer contact with nature, perhaps through a beautiful garden or a rural setting. In the words of the twentieth-century American mythologist Joseph
Campbell, the Empress is telling you to follow your bliss.

Queen of Wands

This woman is able to combine running a home with other interests. She enjoys expressing her versatility and creativity. She also has plenty of intuition which she uses in a light-hearted way. Popular and loyal, she makes a good friend and is very compassionate when necessary. Nevertheless, she is always quick to put people in their place if she thinks they have stepped out of line.( do you think I am quick enough?)

Queen of Swords

This is a woman who has had her fair share of difficulties, yet she has lived through them with endurance and fortitude. She could be a widow and she probably lives alone. She takes life seriously and may have cut and dried opinions. If life has been hard for you recently, this card is telling you to take a stoical attitude and to trust that things will gradually improve. In the meantime you will learn valuable lessons through adversity.

Queen of Cups

This woman is an earth mother She is compassionate, considerate and enjoys taking care of people. She is also intuitive, sensitive and a natural choice for anyone needing a confidante. She may also have psychic gifts, whether or not she uses them. Nevertheless, there is an unworldly quality to her a sense that she may be in contact with realms that are not available to everyone, nor understood by them..(whoa-ha-ha-ha - be careful honey!)

Queen of Pentacles

This card shows a successful businesswoman. Pragmatic and practical, she tolerates neither fools nor time-wasters. She is a hard worker and enjoys the material benefits that her work brings. Although she may not be creative in an artistic sense, she does have the ability to create a sense of abundance and prosperity for herself and her family.( my family is this world - give me a chance for a change - I know it will be pretty difficult for many men to view a fully clad woman all the time ...but I suppose all good times - (of watching nudies) come to an end)

After reading the qualities of all the queens , I felt very queen - like - like I have always felt about myself ! Hail Me !!

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