October 2022 – Texas Tarot Lady Blog

Happy Halloween & Samhain Blessings!

Halloween/Samhain skull candle & black obsidia crystal ball

Happy Halloween & Samhain Blessings everyone!

The moon is in its waxing crescent phase as it enters into the sign of Aquarius this afternoon. Its increasing frequency inspires us to have the courage to implement a plan of action in order to move forward as well as to have faith in the pursuit of our dreams. Be aware however, that Mars went retrograde yesterday which can be unpredictable, so try to have patience with others. Remember, they are feeling this too! Work with this concentrated energy by constructively channeling it through a creative outlet or physical activity.

Halloween/Samhain carries us into the “dark” time of the year. The Sun is in Scorpio, which gives us a chance to do some inner soul work that requires our attention, using the process of fiery transmutation. Not everything is to be banished or released. Some are valuable lessons that are metaphorical “gold” hidden in the “gross matter”. The gold can only be revealed through the process of spiritual alchemy. The end result is priceless wisdom, lessons learned and oftentimes, the release of karma. All of this and more can be utilized to be of immense benefit to oneself and/or others.

Remember that creative outlet I mentioned above? Use this powerful time by putting together a spell or intention tonight! Ancestor work, karmic contracts, shadow work, facing one’s fears, divination, automatic writing, spellwork, scrying, etc. are just a few ideas. Set up your candles, herbs, crystals, cauldrons, etc. and get those creative juices flowing! Put that concentrated Mars retrograde energy to good use!

*Remember to write down any messages/insights you receive so you can revisit them later.

It doesn’t have to be all serious though. You can also just let loose and burn some of those fun, spooky Halloween candles! You do you tonight. I’ll see you on the other side!

Have a great week!

Tarot message for this week: Mirror moment transformation

Breakthrough transformation! New moon solar eclipse in Scorpio 10/25/22

Hi everyone here is your tarot message for this week!

This reading has an emphasis on the new moon solar eclipse that is occurring tomorrow, October 25th. This transit gives us the opportunity to release what has become excessive and/or toxic to make space for healthy, organic, positive changes.

The nine of cups is reversed in this reading. The chalices behind the character are spilling out their contents, reflecting an emotional disconnect or dissatisfaction. This card reversed, can also indicate unhealthy habits or behaviors such as overspending or overindulgence. Something has reached a tipping point. All may look well and great on the outside, but this card reversed says that this may not necessary be the case when one digs a little deeper.

The Death card, which coincides with the zodiac sign of Scorpio, to me is representing the eclipse energy. It is clearing away the false perceptions and facades to get down to what is real. The solar eclipse combined with the new moon in Scorpio, is calling our attention to an aspect of our life that would benefit from the result of a change. Whatever this is for you, the powers that be say its time and it may very well bring in a person, circumstance or situation that highlights a hard truth that in turn, challenges you to make a change or a choice. This is the “mirror moment” breakthrough that shakes you out of the 9 of cups reversed.

The Queen of Pentacles is a lovely final outcome card. Yes, she is a Queen, but she is not hidden away in a lavish castle, nor do we see an abundance of material possessions in this image. She has high standards, but is practical and grounded at the same time. Oftentimes, she comes up in my readings when someone is, or needs to, focus on their health or on practical matters concerning their home, business, money or family. She can also reflect a strong feminine presence/matriarch at home or work (or both). This is echoed by the Goddess oracle card grounding the reading “healing feminine energy”.

What are you ready to release, change or transform in your life?

To work with this energy, get two candles (one black, one white) and two small pieces of paper. Write down what you want to release on one piece of paper. Light the black candle. Then light the petition with the flame of the black candle and allow it to burn to ash in a fireproof container. Do this BEFORE the time of the eclipse. After the eclipse is over, write down what you want to bring into your life on the second piece of paper. Light the white candle. Then light the petition and allow it to burn to ash in a fireproof container. I recommend using chime or tealite candles so you can allow them to burn out on their own. Feel free to journal any insights you receive during this time.

Incense recommendations: Frankincense & Myrrh, Copal, Dragons Blood, Cinnamon

Crystals: Moonstone, septarian, black obsidian, bloodstone, clear quartz, malachite.

Have a great week!

Tarot forecast: One door closes, another one opens

An ending is the bridge between the four of pentacles and the 9 of pentacles!

Hi everyone this is Christine aka Texas Tarot Lady with your tarot forecast for this week!

The moon is continuing its waning transit as we approach eclipse season beginning with a new moon solar eclipse in Scorpio on October 25th. This powerful transit offers us a chance for a “reboot” on a primal level. I feel the cards that came out today reflect this energy coming into our awareness. Think of this period of time as “prep work”. Whitewashing the canvas so that we can go deep within the womb of the new moon to contemplate ideas for the new picture that we are about to paint.

This week’s message:

The four of pentacles and the ten of swords combined in this reading, indicates that something has run its course. You may be holding on or staying for just a little longer, hoping the situation improves or for a more mundane, practical reason. For others of you, the four of pentacles tells me that you have set some money aside for a rainy day, knowing this situation was not going to last long term. In other words, you saw the writing on the wall and prepared accordingly. The four of pentacles while holding tight now, soon will be required to let the process unfold as there is something new approaching on the horizon. Let’s touch on the ten of swords for a moment…

I often refer to the ten of swords as the “stick a fork in me I’m done” card in my readings. It’s the final blow in a situation, or it can indicate the end of overthinking. The image is rough, but it brings relief. Notice the “blessings” symbol that the character is making with his right hand. It’s a small detail, but important. My eye was drawn to this as I glanced at the next card, the nine of pentacles. This ending is the catalyst that allows something much better to come in.

The nine of pentacles is an auspicious sign. It is one of my favorite cards in the tarot. I often refer to her as my independent woman or female entrepreneur card. She has a deep appreciation for the finer things in life, including herself! In fact, her self-worth is the key to her success. After all, if you do not value yourself, who else will? She has an eye for beauty which can indicate that a creative hobby or side business has the potential to grow over time. It can also indicate a successful professional career and/or investments. She is a reflection of high standards, prosperity, confidence and grace. Her success has been built over time. She’s a mature woman that is at the point in her life where she is enjoying the blessings of her achievements. Not too shabby, I must say!

Grounding the reading is the four of cups. Here we have the card of perception and attitude. Compare this card and the ten of swords above it. The ten of swords literally has ten swords in his back, yet still has his eye on the horizon. Tomorrow is a new day full of possibilities. In the four of cups, the young man has opportunities sitting in front of him, as well as has a divine hand offering him another. But in his apathy, he doesn’t even bother to look up. Which one of these cards do you identify with at the moment? Is your cup half full or half empty?

One door closes and another one opens is the theme for this reading. Perhaps you will need to crawl through a window, I don’t know. But there does appear to be a favorable outcome and/or avenue for success here that may require a different approach. Stay open. Be willing to invest in yourself. The Divine has something “more” in mind for you. More than what you had in mind for yourself.

Zodiac signs in this reading: Capricorn, Gemini, Virgo, Cancer

Date correspondences: Jan.10-19, June 11-20, July 12-21, Sept.2-11

Have a wonderful week!

Tarot Forecast for 10/10-10/16/22

We are still feeling the effects of the recent fiery, independent Aries full moon, as it is just beginning its waning phase through the signs of Taurus Gemini and Cancer this week. The tarot cards that came out are the five of swords, Judgement and nine of cups:

Early in the week/moon in Taurus. Tarot card: Five of Swords. Taurus energy is strong and unwavering here as it appears that there is a conflict or stalemate impeding progress in an area of your life. However, the five of swords, indicates that the conflict or difficulty has reached its peak and now has a chance to be resolved.

There are two messages/possible scenarios here:

1) You may be ready to stand up for yourself and set a healthy boundary by drawing a line in the sand. Others of you have had enough and are prepared to (or already have) cut the chord in order to set yourself free as the other side is/was not willing to listen or compromise.

2) Think carefully before your next move. Winning at all costs may make you the victor in the battle, but you may lose the war. Are you sure there isn’t a more peaceful resolution or a mutual compromise that can be reached? This situation may need some time in order to allow all involved to collect themselves before taking action or making a final decision. Be careful of doing or saying something in the heat of the moment that you may regret later.

I’ll let you decide which message resonates with you.

Mid-week/moon in Gemini. Tarot card: Judgement. Gemini is the sign of communication, and here we have Gabriel coming in with your wake- up call! Whatever your actions were earlier in the week, what’s done is done. Judgement upright depicts a new sense of purpose through the wisdom of self-reflection. The past no longer holds you back. You’ve made peace with it. You are moving forward and making the necessary changes in your life and/or routine in order to embrace a path that is in alignment with a positive goal and/or a successful future.

End of the week/moon in Cancer. Tarot card: Nine of Cups. Emotional fulfilment and success is where it’s at toward the end of the week! You may have reached a goal, achieved a personal milestone or some of you may be up for a promotion, acknowledgment, award, etc. This is a positive card, indicating self-satisfaction and/or the celebration of an achievement. Dreams can come true! Enjoy your blessings, you have earned it!

Have a great week everyone! ❤️