Phoenix

Death is the card that most haunts my readings at the moment.

I am taking that in the best light possible under the circumstances.

Of course there is death. I have just moved cities. I am starting a new job. I have left friends and people I care about. I have left someone special to me, knowing that my leaving will be the end of it.

But with death, the cards tell us, is rebirth. Rebirth means new beginnings, possibilities, reinvention, new life.

But birth, never mind rebirth is always painful. Just ask a mother.

So I am going through pangs at the moment. I feel a sense of loss and I am questioning if I have done the right thing. I am optimistic about the future but never the less, anxious.

Whatever happens, I will deal with it. But I know that I must endure the transition from death into new life and bear it with courage and fortitude and and an outward appearance of confidence.

the value of friends

The value of friends cannot be underestimated.

The easy laughter; the sharing of confidences; the advice given, offered, considered, turned up and down; the moral support given and received; the affection grown; the mutual understanding; these form the garden of friendship.

After an extended period of playing my cards very close to my chest, I have recently let down my guard and have invited a wonderful new friend into my life. She is so refreshing and revitalsing. I look forward to time spent with her. The rewards of being open again are abundant.

I am lucky to have found such a great friend.

Thanks Jude!

You're wonderful.