I am always using this deck again forever.

[xp_tarot]

I am never using any other tarot deck ever again.

That is a lie, but this one has made this meeting so much less boring.

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[xp_cypher]

ooh, yay, it arrived! It was still on back order the last I checked.

[xp_tarot]

It just arrived this morning! It is a very good deck. Shuffles well, very fun.

Do you want a reading?

Does anyone? I am only just listening to this telecon and it is DULL. I will do readings! I may not intrepret them but I will shuffle and lay out cards.

[xp_darcy]

I do love those, but pasta divination worked out so well last time that I'm not sure I'd want to change methods now.

[xp_cypher]

I never turn down a reading. :)

[xp_tarot]

Clearly we need a deck themed around pasta, and we can just have the best of both worlds.

Also now I am hungry and I want stuffed shells. The cards say it is time for me to find the menu for the italian place.

[xp_bruiser]

Me? Me!

[xp_darcy]

Mmm stuffed shells. That's an excellent dinner plan.

[xp_tarot]

I am transcribing what the little book says because I do not know the deck well enough to know what these mean for anyone yet.

The Past - The Sun -- The sun comes into our lives to nurture, grow, warm and signal a new day. But as integral as the sun is to our life as we know it, the sun can also burn. It is time to turn the page, start a new chapter and not dwell on the past. Tomorrow is another day.

The Present - The Mother -- In what ways have you mothering everyone around you? It's time to mother yourself. When is the last time you took a minute, an hour, a day to nurture yourself? Whatever self-care looks like for you, this card is your sign that it is time to turn your energy inward.

Hidden Influences - The Last Hurrah -- You may be fighting a losing battle, but you're digging your heels into your horse for one last yee-haw. Even when all signs point to plummeting to a swift death, you at least keep a good attitude about it. Your loyalty is admirable.

Advice - The Star -- It is your time and you are relishing in it. You finally topped triple digit likes on your social media post. Your ex drunk texted you. Your nemesis got cancelled. and your complexion is looking pretty clear today. All in all, it's a winning day. Just don't trip on your train and fall face first down the stairs. The paparazzi are ready for their click bait and tabloid photos. Stay humble.

Possible Outcome - The Devil -- You are your own worst enemy. It's easy to get wrapped up in all the things that are going wrong around you, point fingers, make excuses. It's also easy to assume the worst about people who don't necessarily agree with you. But ultimately take a long hard look in the mirror and make sure you are taking responsibility for the role you play in this situation. Pulling this card means it's time for some compassion for others - and yourself.

[xp_daredevil]

what's so awesome about it?

[xp_daredevil]

well now I'm hungry

[xp_tarot]

The Past - The Influencer -- What costumes do you put on to save face? Are you playing a role in order to be liked, all the while not living your truth. This card is here to remind you that your own authenticity is beautiful and much needed today. Sometimes it's the little things done without an audience that mean the most.

The Present - The Life of the Party -- The world is going to shit and you're still getting up with a smile on your face. Are you the ultimate optimist or are you in denial? Either way, does it really matter right now? Only you know the answer to that. In the mean time, lets party!

Hidden Influences - The Empress -- You do it all, and you do it with ease. You have a remarkable ability to be one step in your body and one step out into the spirit realm. You are the ultimate queen and nothing knocks you off your throne. This is a message from beyond to keep your eyes wide open, stay centered, and rule with confidence and ease.

Advice - The Coffee -- What are you overlooking and taking for granted? How can you pause and sip the coffee? Are you rushing through your day because you are in a hurry or because you are avoiding things that need attention and are easier to put aside?

Possible Outcome - The Cold Shoulder -- Not all things require a response. Silence can speak volumes, sometimes the healthiest decision is to enforce boundaries, turn the other cheek and shoulder, and walk away.

[xp_tarot]

It is called The Audacity and it is a very

... I do not have the right word in English for this. It is a very quirky deck of tarot cards with alternate cards. No suites - so no cups, pentacles, etc. It is all Arcana and so there is "The Tea" and "Two of Deez" and "The Influencer" but also some of the traditional cards such as "Strength" and "The Empress"

[xp_darcy]

you're usually hungry :P

[xp_daredevil]

interesting. And what is Two of Deez? because I'm having high school flashbacks to deez nuts

[xp_cypher]

"You are your own worst enemy." Well, I do indeed feel read. :P

[xp_daredevil]

I'm a growing boy

[xp_tarot]

And garlic bread. I definitely need garlic bread today. I just have to get off the teleconference.

[xp_tarot]

It is exactly that.

[xp_bruiser]

That's a lot.

[xp_darcy]

I can do a pickup run, if you're doing teleconference from your suite. If you're in the office, let me know when you expect to be back. :p

[xp_darcy]

you certainly are

[xp_tarot]

Merci!
I am home. I refuse to do telecon from the office unless I have to. That is what zoom backgrounds are for, I can pretend. ;)

[xp_darcy]

Awesome. Amanda good with shells too?

[xp_tarot]

The Past - The Child --

(This card shows a dark haired child of indeterminate age somewhere between perhaps six and ten in a black tunic wearing a crown. The child is holding a stick and a loose string with stars tied to the ends. The child is floating over three leafy green trees, and is in front of a crescent moon with a face and a sky with three clouds and many five pointed yellow stars in assorted sizes.)

This card is here to remind you to let go of your burden and your adulting for the time being and remember what it was like to be carefree. Your inner child needs attention and this card is coming up to remind you to relax and play today. Dance, sing, make cupcakes, paint your nails, binge a new series, do whatever brings you back to a sense of innocence and peace.

The Present - The Lovers --

(This card shows two skeletons facing each other. One skeleton is wearing a flower crown of red roses. They are holding hands, and in the same hands holding poppies and greenery. In front of the skeletons are three pink flowers, and behind them is the sky with a sun and crescent moon and two disembodied hands holding small snakes.)

You're committed. You're in it for the long haul, nothing is going to change your mind. You're willing to go to your grave. Whatever you are asking about is here to stay.

Hidden Influences - The Audacity --

(This card shows a single skeleton in front of a patterned rainbow. One of the rainbow bands has eyes, one has crecent moons, one has leaves. The skeleton is holding an oar, and seated upon a black stormcloud. The cloud is floating above a field of orange and pink poppies. There is also a giant single eye in the sky.)

Just when you thought it was safe to smell the roses, the utter audacity of someone or something is coming to rain on your parade. This is the ultimate wake up call, the card to end all cards. Give the boot to cheaters, users, couch surfers, energy vampires, fair-weather friends, toxic bosses and last week's rotten produce that has the audacity to mold.

Advice - The Slice --

(This card shows a giant floating piece of cheese and pepperoni pizza. The cheese is melted and slightly drippy. A dagger held by a skeleton hand punctures the slice of pizza in the middle.)

Anyway you slice it, you're hooked. You're besotted. You're smitted. You're completed obsessed. You are in it deep with all the toppings. Whatever it is you are fixated on has all of your attention. It's stuck to you like gooey cheese and you deserve it.

Possible Outcome - Two of Deez --

(This card shows a skeleton wearing a red coat and a fedora, pointing with both hands at his pelvis. Between his legs are two acorns. The skeleton has one foot up on a tree stump. There is a squirrel on the stump, and two squirrels on the ground looking at the acorns)

The time has come to guide those in question to the Two of Deez. Chestnuts, balls, nads, family jewels, nuts, cojones. You get the idea.

[xp_tarot]

Amanda likes FOOD. I think she will be fine with shells. You are the best.