As usual, I'm having some fun with the title, but the intent of this spread is quite serious. It offers a "Progressive Betterment and Judgment" ("PB&J") outlook for long-range prospects in life improvement, both overall and in specific focus areas. The three-card "sandwiches" provide a past/present/future profile in four areas of personal growth: Inspirational, Emotional, … Continue reading The “PB&J” Sandwich Spread
Tarot Spreads
A 2017 World Series Postscript
I thought I would try an experiment to see if I could come up with a layout that would emulate a baseball box-score for the final game of the World Series. I used a Tarot de Marseille deck (the Hadar) because the non-scenic pips are easier to read as pure numbers. Since not many Major … Continue reading A 2017 World Series Postscript
A 2017 World Series Prediction
UPDATE: I neglected to report back on the outcome. I got the score right (5-1) but the winning team wrong; the Houston Astros won Game Seven and the World Series, four games to three. Using the coin flip may not be a reliable way to assign the teams to the rows since there is a … Continue reading A 2017 World Series Prediction
“Coin-Flip” Divination
Back when I was employed and had to rise before dawn to get ready for work without waking my wife, I used to judge the promise of the coming day by whether or not I slid my slippers on the right feet on the first try in total darkness. If I got it wrong, I … Continue reading “Coin-Flip” Divination
Counting with the OoTK: The Ultimate Solution?
As I discussed in a previous post, the Book of Thoth is silent about how to count and pair the cards when the Significator is at or near one end of the line, such that the full count can't be reached and pairs may not be achievable. In Israel Regardie's Complete Golden Dawn System of … Continue reading Counting with the OoTK: The Ultimate Solution?
The “Fickle Finger of Fate” Needs-Fulfillment Spread
Sometimes all we really want to know is "How will my day go?" but the single-card pull and even the 3-card "past/present/future" line seem just a little short on substance (which for me is most of the time). Here's a slightly more involved way to get a deeper look at the situation that brings in … Continue reading The “Fickle Finger of Fate” Needs-Fulfillment Spread
The “Soulmate Connection” Spread
Here's something to have a little fun with. Although I think the term "soulmate" is shunned now in favor of "twin flame" (the New Age keeps right on a-rollin', doesn't it?), most people, single or otherwise, still wonder whether that fascinating individual they just met might be "The One." This is a way to check … Continue reading The “Soulmate Connection” Spread
An Opening of the Key First Operation Template
Those who are interested in the Golden Dawn and Thoth methods of divination have the complex and lengthy Opening of the Key (OotK) series of "operations" to entertain them. This includes a relatively straightforward initial operation that provides an overview of the querent's situation at the time of the reading. It is followed by three … Continue reading An Opening of the Key First Operation Template
“A Little Magic” Prepared-Deck Spread
As a long-time user of the Golden Dawn's "Opening of the Key" method of reading (or at least the First Operation), I'm always looking for novel ways to apply the "four elemental sub-packs" model to other spreads. I've also been intrigued by the notion that the deck can be separated into four equal sub-packs with … Continue reading “A Little Magic” Prepared-Deck Spread
The “Hold ‘Em or Fold ‘Em” Gambler’s Option Spread
Here's a fun spread that makes use of Joseph Maxwell's numerological approach to odd-numbered and even-numbered cards; the former actively seek change leading to equilibrium , while the latter strive to maintain the present balance. In decision-making space, the two extremes spell the difference between an aggressive approach to the solution and a more passive … Continue reading The “Hold ‘Em or Fold ‘Em” Gambler’s Option Spread
Parsifal's Wheel Tarot & Astrology 