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Reading #9: M. M.


The deck used was the Dun Huang pack. They were spread remotely. The spread is as shown above and laid out in the directions given by Wenzell Brown in his book How to Tell Fortunes With Cards

I've altered my schema for this reading by only including the pertinent information for each card instead of highlighting it as in past readings. The meanings of each card can be found either in the click through link in the first mention of each in the synopsis or by searching for each card on the blog.

Center Card

"By and large, the central card (number 1) represents either the Querent (the sitter), his personality and the nature of his problems, or the primary influences which are moving through his life at the present moment."

Ace of Clubs

"The Ace of Clubs is a card of talent. It tells of high hopes and ambitions and denotes strong passions, imagination, energy and the power to communicate with others. Inherent in the card, however, is the suggestion that promises are unfulfilled, talents unchanneled, and the maximum of creativity jeopardized by inner turmoil. 

"When the Ace of Clubs is centrally located in the spread, it intimates that the Querent has been given high gifts of artistic creation, intuitive power, forces that spring not only from the mind but also from mystic sources. His imagination will be vivid and he will have the power to express his images through authorship in the larger sense, which may include communication through the written word, art, music, the ministry and a variety of other channels. 

"However, the Ace of Clubs also warns of the possibility of chaos. Too many drives may nullify one another, preventing the success of any. Keenness of mind, sharp perceptions and vividness of imagery may fail to serve useful purposes unless they can be given concrete shape. 

"The Ace of Clubs indicates a quickness of mind which is often accompanied by a failure to understand the limitations of others; an artistic temperament which thrusts aside practicalities; imaginative heights which lure their author away from solid accomplishment. For these reasons, the Querent should be urged to organize his activities and to perfect his plans lest he become a dabbler in the arts instead of a creative artist. 

"In arcane lore, the Ace of Clubs is sometimes linked with the nomad or wanderer who moves restlessly with the seasons, delighting in each day without thought of the future. Conversely, other arcane sources designate the Ace of Clubs as the master builder with the power to control the movements of the moon and sun and to change the pattern of the stars in the sky. In each case, the sense of exaltation is present and there are indications that the Querent who finds this card in his spread will enjoy travel, quick changes and variety, and that he will be deeply moved by beauty. Whether he controls these shifting forces or lets himself be carried willy-nilly through life depends upon the character and personality of the Querent. 



Second Card:

The Ace of Spades

"There is a common superstition that the Ace of Spades augurs death or tragedy. 

"This is not true. 

"The Ace of Spades represents tremendous force, power and strength. 

"Whether this force operates for the benefit of the person whose future is being forecast, or against him, depends in large part upon the individual. 

"Some guidance as to the nature of this force may be found in the position of the Ace in the spread and the cards which adjoin it. With the Ace of Spades, high achievement becomes possible. If the strength is contained in the Querent, he can hold it in leash and find an inward power to face all obstacles in his path. He should look forward to the future with courage and surging hope. Adventures of the mind and spirit are his for the asking. 

"The Ace of Spades does represent a danger, too. Uncontrolled, the force can explode and destroy the Querent and those close to him. Where this Ace occurs, the Reader should explore its nature and prepare the Querent for rigid self-discipline and keen-sightedness in making beneficial use of the force at the opportune moment. 

"If the Ace lies in the middle of the spread, the force will dominate the subject's life. He has been granted great curative powers and should do well in medicine, nursing or the allied fields. He has the capacity for leadership and should succeed in law, politics and other areas which demand dynamic energy. He is, however, likely to be plagued by narrow-mindedness, inflexibility and adherence to dogma. He should be encouraged to assume tolerant points of view and to dedicate his talents to his fellow men. He must curb his temper and his personal ambitions or else the force within him may become corrosive and bring about the enmity of other strong-willed individuals. 

"The Reader may find that the Querent is on the brink of a decision. If he is timid, fearful and vacillating, he should be discouraged from making radical changes in his life patterns. On the other hand, if he is bold, self-assured and adventurous, unusual opportunities lie ahead for him. The decision must rest with the Querent, and he should weigh the risks of the course which he charts and decide for himself if he is ready to launch out on an interesting and challenging path, but one which is likely to be filled with hardships. 

"The life-giving force of the Ace of Spades is not evil. He who copes with it will find unexpected spiritual richness in his future."


Third Card:

Nine of Clubs

"The Nine of Clubs represents satisfaction or success in work. It is also indicative of emotional adjustment, stability and progress. Where the Nine of Diamonds appears in the same spread, financial rewards are promised. If the Querent works in the field of arts, the indication is of an important sale or contract. If he is in business, this may be a promotion, or a better position. When the Nine of Hearts appears in the same spread, the Nine of Clubs may represent recognition, acclaim or fame. The promise is made of happiness through achievement.

"The cards in the same row as the Nine of Clubs should give clues as to the nature of the enterprise, the people who may be involved, the obstacles which my have to be overcome and situations which will assist the Querent in achieving the ends he seeks."



My interpretation: having known the Querent for a year or so his personality fits the Ace of Clubs quite well. He is witty, energetic and able to express himself quite well within the chaotic force of the card and suit. The card denotes artistic talent but also a tendency to get mired down in too many pursuits. He must curb that habit to better focus his energy on future goals.

Since the Querent is young the Ace of Spades is particularly applicable card as he will be choosing to further his education in the next few years, pick a career goal and then enter the workforce. The field of medicine is a suggestion and having seen his track record of injuries he just might need it for self-practice. 

The Ace of Spades also suggests that the Querent my be on the brink of a decision and should use caution not to overshoot his mark but acting rashly. 

The Nine of Clubs affirms the Ace of Spades' significance and offers a firm suggestion to look into health care as a mode of occupation. The Nine of Hearts appearing later in the spread indicates that he could be an innovator in the field and meet with much success.



Fourth Card:

"The three cards in the upper right wing (number 4 [L], 8 [C], 12 [R]) indicate the course into which the Querent's life would normally flow unless checked by some positive action on his part."

King of Spades

"The appearance of the King of Spades in the spread indicates the presence of a man of powerful and dominating personality. He is likely to be highly intelligent, stable, ambitious, honest and motivated by practicality and reason. 

"If the Querent is male and the King appears in the middle of the spread, this may be an indication of his own personality. If the King appears in the wings, he is more likely to be a father, employer, staunch friend or adviser of the Querent. 

"When the Querent is a woman, the King of Spades represents a dominant male in her life. He may be father, brother, husband, friend or a man who seeks her hand in marriage.When the King lies in the middle of the spread this man has had long association with the Querent. If the card lies in the right-wing the man has already entered into to the Querent's life, though not necessarily in an important role. If the King lies in the left wing, this man will become known to the Querent at some future date. 

"Traditionally, the King of Spades has been represented as an older man of dark complexion. However, such a description is superficial. Black, in this case, does not refer to the man's coloration but to his positive nature, his virility and his capacity to control situations. Similarly, he need not necessarily be old but his outlook will be mature and not susceptible to change. 

"The King of Spades is likely to lack subtlety and to see things in terms of black and white. While he is well-intentioned, he may trample upon the sensitivities of others. He tends to be a good provider, astute in business affairs, well-liked and respected by his male associates. By his own code, he is generous, reasonable and kind. On the adverse side, he may be too sure of his own judgments, heavy-handed and either unwilling or unable to understand points of view which conflict with his own. He distrusts intuitive knowledge and tends to dismiss with contempt the artistic abilities, the soaring ambitions, the cherished dreams and idealism of those about him. Such attitudes may bring about domestic crises, create ill will in business, or antagonize friends. 

"If the Querent is represented by the King of Spades, he should be advised to give greater thought and consideration to those close to him. Inasmuch as he is a man of deep loyalties, kindly instincts and basic good will, he will desire to be fair and just. His preoccupation with material matters and getting things done will sometimes obscure his sense of the intricate pattern of other people's lives. If he can embrace a fresh view of spiritual and moral values, much added richness can enter his life. 

"If the spread indicates that the King of Spades is a man with whom the Querent must deal, he should be reminded of the many good qualities of the man, his staunchness, his loyalty, his uncompromising honesty. Above all, this man is governed by intelligence. Open opposition or carping criticism will only strengthen his determination to have his own way, but he will be susceptible to honest appreciation of his capabilities and able to understand conflicting viewpoints if they are represented in a reasonable clear-cut fashion. He is deeply emotional, even sentimental, and when an appeal is made to his better instincts, he is highly responsive. 

"Such a man tends to think in concrete terms and usually does well in business, law or engineering. In spite of his outward appearance of competence, strength and domination, he has a great need for warm personal relationships and for a woman who will give purpose to his life. He does not like to be alone and while he scorns open sentimentality, he cherishes any love or affection given to him. 



Fifth Card:

Five of Spades 

"The Five of Spades is the card of separation. Its appearance in the middle of the spread is likely to mean that the Querent will break old ties, change employment, settle in a new location or travel extensively. Inherent in the Five of Spades is a sense of grief, sorrow and sometimes remorse. Traditionally the Five of Spades is associated with tears but, in most cases, the change is voluntarily made. The sorrow which comes from leaving old friends may be compensated by meeting new situations, finding enlarged patterns of experience and constructing a more pleasurable life. 

"The separation may be symbolic or spiritual rather than physical. Ideas previously accepted may be rejected. Concepts may change. Prejudices may evaporate. Long established judgments may alter. Illusions may die. 

"The cards close to the Five of Spades indicate the nature of the separation and whether it will bring eventual joy or sadness to the Querent. If the separation born of quarrels, bitterness or strife, the Reader should advise the Querent to examine his plans for change and not to act with precipitation or through anger. If he can divorce himself from undesirable reactions to what seem and intolerable situation, it is possible that the separation can take place with a minimum of grief or ill will. 

"When the Five of Spades appears in the upper right wing of the spread, it frequently means that someone close to the Querent will depart from his life or that a situation with which he has long been familiar will change. 

"Under no circumstances is the Five of Spades a card of death. At its worst this card may mean loss of friendships through quarrels, vituperation or anger. Frequently a swift clean-cut cleavage from an established pattern of life if preferable to maintaining a situation fraught with petty annoyances, irritation, bickering, distrust and other forms of unpleasantness. 

"Because radical change and separation from friends, family or employment always involves unforeseeable dangers as well as opportunities, it is unwise for the Reader to make positive recommendations. His advice should be restricted to guiding the Querent toward the recognition of his innermost feelings so that he will not take irrevocable steps before testing their advisability against his mature judgment."



Sixth Card:

Four of Clubs

"The Four of Clubs is a card of strengthening friendships and increased social capacities. It suggests that the Querent is held in warm affection and high regard by those about him but that he is not fully aware of this cherishing. The intimation is that, in case of need, he may find assistance from unexpected sources. 

"This card represents gradual growth, a day by day tightening of bonds of affection which may escape the Querent's notice. There is a hint that the Querent may feel forlorn or abandoned, inarticulateness may prevent the full pleasure of friendships which are available to him. If this is the case, the Querent should be advised that open friendliness on his part, together with a kindly interest in those about him, may open up gates to more rewarding social activities. 

"There is a suggestion that the Querent underestimates himself and that he is capable of inspiring unexpected depths of friendship and of being deemed worthy of loyalties. A fuller recognition of the regard in which he is held by others may enrich the Querent's life, but it should be counterbalanced by a more searching attempt on his part to find greater values and admirable characteristics in his associates."



My interpretation: the King of Spades appearance in the right wing suggests that a man known to the Querent will play a role in his immediate future as a mentor or friend, though he my not always offer up positive influence owing to his own shortcoming though he my be well-intentioned. Still he will prove to be a steady benefactor.

The Five of Spades indicates change and a bitter separation though it may prove to be to his benefit in the long term. That it appears in the upper right suggests that it will be somebody close to him though it doesn't necessarily mean a loss and could merely be a change of frequency of contact. The previous card, the King of Spades, could suggest that it's a male though this isn't a certainty. The card does not infer that is a death is at hand but merely a changing of or loss within a friendship or close association.

That the next card is the Four of Clubs clarifies the situation a bit better with the possibility of an enhanced friendship which offsets the aforementioned loss. It might be a squabble among friends where one person leaves the group or a new acquaintance becoming closer with the Querent.



Seventh Card:

"The three cards in the upper left wing (number 13 [L], 9 [C], 5 [R]) offer the Querent an alternate route which he may follow if he so desires. This wing designates possibilities which are open to him. Whether this alternate route is desirable or one which will be dangerous to him depends upon the cards themselves."

Ten of Diamonds

"The Ten of Diamonds is represented by the Hermit's cell. It presages confinement or material bondage. In Gypsy lore, the Ten of Diamonds was often presented as a card of wealth which did not bring happiness. However, it has a broader meaning than this. It warns of too great a preoccupation with making money or seeking material success at the expense of spiritual neglect. It may also advise change, not so much of place, but of attitudes. Where the Ten of Diamonds appears, the Querent may be bogged down by boredom, routine, indifference or a lassitude of the spirits. He may feel that circumstances hem him in and that adventures of the mind and spirit are dreams which can no longer be achieved. 

"Inherent in the Ten of Diamonds is the means of escape from the narrow confines of daily life. There is the promise of a richer and more rewarding future if the Querent will raise his eyes toward wider horizons. The Ten of Diamonds warns of confinement or futility in which the restraining walls may be illusionary. Habit, self-satisfaction, fear of change or listlessness may impoverish the questing spirit and deprive the Querent of many joyous experiences. 

"Again in Gypsy lore, the Ten of Diamonds offers a choice of a journey over land or over water. This is not to be accepted in too literal a sense, although the Ten of Diamonds often indicates that an opportunity to travel is close at hand. The primary indication, however, is a choice between the plodding land route which represents financial gain, economic security and acceptance of a limited life, or of travel by water which symbolizes purity of thought and inner vision. 

"The cards surrounding the Ten of Diamonds should offer clues to the nature of the way in which monotony may be broken so that swift change can take place. It should be stressed that the Querent need not turn his back on his present mode of life, but he should achieve new vision to guide him to increased enjoyment." 



Eighth Card:

Two of Diamonds

"The Two of Diamonds augurs an unexpected communication concerning money or business. Usually it is a promise of a pleasant, though minor, surprise. The communication may contain a gift, a transfer of property, a legacy or an opportunity for a slightly better position. When blocked in by Spades, the message may indicate a happy surprise in the midst of adversity. 

"When the Two of Diamonds appears in any of the wings, it usually marks an isolated instance unrelated to the major influences in the Querent't life. The cards branching off from the Two of Diamonds should act as guideposts to the Reader in advising the Querent. 



Ninth Card:

Seven of Spades

"The Seven of Spades is a card of division. It indicates partial success in the plans or aspirations of the Querent. It is also a warning of unexpected turns and twists of fate. Where the Seven of Spades appears, the Querent may find the objectives which he has successfully achieved do not bring expected satisfaction and rewards! The Querent should be advised to re-evaluate his plans and to view them with greater objectivity. The pathway ahead is, in all likelihood, strewn with more difficulties than he realizes. He must accept setbacks but, if he can weather these disappointments, he can achieve some of his goals. He should be cautioned not to give up too easily. Above all he should not act in pique in such a way that he destroys future opportunities. The Reader should remind him, in as tactful a way as possible, that success which comes too easily loses it meaningfulness, while success which comes after many hardships and sacrifices gives enduring pleasure."



My interpretation: the Ten of Diamonds could augur dissatisfaction in the everyday mundane and a preoccupation with material gain. This may lead to a wanderlust spirit. With travel being in the forecast the change of scenery could ease the monotony.

The Two of Diamomds suggests a a surprise in money or business with the added factor of surrounding Spades suggesting that it will relieve some nagging tension. That it appears in the wing suggests that this is n isolated instance in the spread and doesn't directly relate to other facets of the reading.

Luckily for the Querent the upper left wing indicates an alternate route to his goals and he can likely avoid it with a steadfast determination to sty on course. Should he not he will be faced with dissatisfaction and a detour from his goals.



Tenth Card:

"The three cards in the lower left wing (numbers 14 [L], 10 [C], 6 [R]) are generally guide posts which will assist the Querent in making his decisions. However, where the Querent is elderly, or past middle age, this wing is likely to represent elements in the past which affect his present or future circumstances. In the youthful Querent, these cards are more likely to forecast future events and offer advice as to how to prepare for them."

Three of Spades

"The Three of Spades is a card of sudden resolution, the swift decision to take action in a seemingly minor matter. Whether this decision will be made by the Querent or by some other person in such a way as to affect him depends upon the  position of the card in the spread. In either case the decision may be, or appear to be, motivated by vindictiveness or spite, rather than sustained judgment. 

"The Three of Spades may actually forewarn the Querent of a test or trial of his capacity to deal with unpleasant matters. Success in so doing may lead to improved conditions in business, better personal relationships and increased respect among his associates. Therefore, although the Three of Spades may forewarn of an episode which is temporarily disagreeable, it may be one which will work out to his benefit. Whenever the Three of Spades occurs in the spread, it is wise to explore the situation more deeply. As the Querent may have no knowledge of the shape that this minor misfortune may assume, he can be caught off balance and act to his own detriment. The Reader should discuss the problem with him in abstract terms in order that he may achieve a state of mind that will be helpful at the moment when he must cope with an irritating, humiliating or disappointing situation."



Eleventh Card:

Ten of Clubs 

"The Ten of Clubs takes the form of a youth, inexperienced, with a mind still filled with wonder at the earth's miracles. In this youth will be an admixture of lofty ambitions, uncertainty, an eagerness to experience life and a withdrawal from harsh realities. Because his character and personality are not fully formed, he will appear a mass of contradictions. 

"This youth does not represent the Querent but a person through whom the Querent may experience the fluctuating joys and sorrows of the young. Where the Querent has reached maturity, the youth may be a protege, son or daughter, or even a grandchild. In the youthful Querent, the Ten of Clubs may represent a friend whose life is linked to his. 

"Through this youth, the Querent may enter into a whole new set of experiences, acquire fresh interests and re-awaken dormant ambitions and ideals. His life will be enriched but not all will be clear sailing. Misunderstandings will arise and clashes of personality. The relationship may appear one-sided yet, if this is so, it represents a failure on the part of the Querent. The youth is capable of loyalty, idealism, insight and clear intelligence. His questing spirit may at times lead him into misadventure, rebellion and acts which hurt the Querent or meet with his disapproval. 

"The older Querent should be cautioned not to attempt to remake the youth into his own image but to respect the system of trial and error through which the youth seeks to secure dominion over himself. The older Querent may advise, guide, open new doors for intellectual growth or assessment of values but he should be aware of emotional dependence on the younger person. 

"Because the Ten of Clubs combines the significance of two Tarot cards, it sometimes has an alternate meaning. It may indicate the interests which held the Querent at an earlier date will be, or should be, renewed, The Querent may find pleasure in seeking out friends from the past or he may find that ambitions long forgotten will return. These interests will usually relate to some form of creative activity in the area of the arts, such as writing, painting, music of acting. 

"The Ten of Clubs is symbolized by a figure with one arm reaching back to the past, the other stretching into the future. The indication is of a new life, built upon the foundation of the old, which will form a continuity between youth and the years which lie ahead. 

"In gypsy lore, this card was often spoken of as the card of adoption. Occasionally this may be interpreted in a literal sense, but usually the suggestion is of adopting new ideas, fresh interests and more exciting patterns which will enrich one's life."



Twelfth Card:

Two of Spades

"The Two of spades represents a minor stumbling block in one's path, sometimes no more than a trifling irritation of a brief delay. However, its appearance in the spread is a warning that should not be overlooked. The petty annoyance that is met cheerfully and patiently can be handled easily, but if impatience gives way to bad temper, obstinacy or vindictiveness, the original trifle may assume unreasonable proportions and even destroy carefully laid out plans. 

"If the Two of Spades is centrally located it also indicates that the minor difficulty will appear in the near future. The Two often conceals an incident of unrecognized importance upon which the future may hinge although the subject remains unaware that this is so."

 

My interpretation: the Three of Spades predicts that a challenge is coming the Querent's way that will test his resolve against vindictive actions of another. Though this challenge could easily blow up in the adversary's face and benefit the Querent.

The Ten of Clubs suggests that it will be a friend whom disrupts the Querent's path via misunderstandings or jealousies. Though the Ten of Clubs can sometimes have mixed meanings and could possibly an internal struggle between the Querent's past, present and future aims. Something that he'll need to overcome.

The Two of Spades suggests that the problem won't persist but especially if the Querent keeps a calm head and brushes off the insult as nothing more than a fleeting trifle. 



Thirteenth Card:

"The three cards in the lower right wing (numbers 7 [L], 11 [C], 15 [R]) usually represent specific forces at work outside of the Querent. While these forces cannot be controlled, the Querent can adapt himself to them, thus utilizing them for his own advantage."

Two of Clubs 

"The Two of Clubs represents a social invitation. This may be a bid to a club, an invitation to a social gathering or even a dinner engagement. On the surface the invitation may seem trifling, of little consequence. But the appearance of the Two of Clubs in the spread indicates that the acceptance of the invitation will play an unexpectedly important role in the Querent's life. 

Should the Ten of Spades block the path of the Two of Clubs, the Querent should be warned that the acceptance of the invitation may have unpleasant results and that refusal may be advisable."


Fourteenth Card:

Nine of Hearts 

"The Nine of Hearts represents happiness beyond all expectations. If the Querent has made a wish, the Nine of Hearts does not promise fulfillment of this wish as expected in the Querent's mind. Instead, it represents something greater and more enduring, extending far beyond the realm of the Querent's imagination. 

"In many ways the Nine of Hearts is the most joyous card in the pack. It represents spiritual well-being, an inner growth, contemplation, self-knowledge and an alliance with the life forces. Inherent in the Nine of Hearts is the warning that these values can be thrown away unless the Querent sincerely seeks wisdom beyond himself. The happiness may be destroyed by greed, avarice, spite, envy or too great a preoccupation with material matters. 

"When the Nine of Diamonds appears in the same spread as the Nine of Hearts, the indication is that long-cherished ambitions or life-long aspirations will reach fruition. There will be a perfected balance between inner calm, contemplation, increased self-regard and the more materialistic rewards of wealth, fame, public recognition and pleasurable excitement. 

"When the Nine of Hearts lies in a spread in which Spades predominate, the Querent may find growth, increased stature, maturity and wisdom in the midst of difficulties or hardships. In this case, the Nine of Hearts is a symbol of victory over misfortunes, which will give the Querent strength, insight and recognition of himself as a person capable of facing adversity with courage and generosity. 

"The Nine of Hearts is symbolized by a key which opens many doors. It is the key to the awareness of one's self as a person, inviolable and separate, who can rise above circumstances and find joy and peace in the knowledge of his own integrity."



Fifteenth Card:

Ten of Spades

"The Ten of Spades symbolizes a wall or barrier. In spiritual matters it may mean the end of a delusion, the recognition of false goals, the surrender to the inevitable or the abandonment of long-cherished plans. The acceptance that a certain phase of life is finished nay be difficult, The individual may feel disappointed, bitter or humiliated. The person who hurls himself recklessly against the wall, who blames others or who wallows in self-pity, may shatter his life. On the other hand, a calm appraisal of the situation may lead to a new and better set of values, to increased spiritual strength and to fresh pleasures from which frustrating and unrewarding ambitions  have been removed. 

"When the Ten of Spades is the outer card in one of the wings of the spread, the indication is that some course of action which appeared open will either close or lead to a dead end. Where the formation occurs, the Querent should be urged to review his plans for the future with the possible idea of revising them. The Reader should take the utmost care against advising the Querent to abandon any given set of plans. He should, instead, encourage the Querent to explore alternate routes and not to commit himself so fully to a single hope or ambition that he becomes blind to all other objectives. The pathway that is blocked may lead to unhappiness or even tragedy; therefore the barrier may be a blessing in disguise."



My interpretation: the Two of Clubs represents a social invitation which the Querent is advised to decline due to the Ten of Spades appearing shortly after in the spread, thus blocking its intent. Should he accept it may be with unpleasant results.

The Nine of Hearts which follows promises happiness in aspects of the term. Coupled with the predominance of Spades he will overcome hurdles which may have toppled him previously and reach new heights in his growth.

While the Ten of Spades presents a barrier for the two cards previous to it only the latter card should be adhered to. As it appears in the outer wing it represents the ending of a wish or course of action. As the previous card prophecies happiness it will likely be for the best that he has given up on a long-held delusion.



Preponderance of Suits in the Spread 

"A preponderance of SPADES heralds unexpected events. There is a suggestion of movement, upset plans, confusion and change. In general, Spades are associated with disappointment, regret and mysterious forces at work which are beyond the Querent's control. However, Spades should not be linked with misfortune. Throughout the ages they have been cards of mystery, charting courses in the unknown. Spades indicate activity and should serve as a challenge to the Querent for, if he is forewarned, he may be able to use the forces about him for his own good." 



High and Low Cards in the Spread 

"...Conversely, if the spread is composed largely of lesser cards, the indication is that the Querent's life will adhere closely to its present pattern. In this case, the interpretation of each card should be minimized. Thus the promise of a letter containing good news should be interpreted merely as a pleasant communication; quarrels may be reduced to misunderstandings, and unhappy events may be no more than passing irritations."



3 Tens=="The Ten represents doors. The indication is that old patterns of life will close and new patters open. Querent is advised to adjust to different ways of life, to take advantage of fresh opportunities.

"If the Ten of Hearst is missing: no radical change in home or family."

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