For today's draw, we have a bit of a change. Even though I have enjoyed using The Mythic Tarot by Julia Sharman-Burke and Tricia Newell, I have decided to switch decks. While out today, my boyfriend bought me a new tarot as a reward for giving up smoking for nearly a month. There were a few titles available, but I chose The New Century Tarot, due to a previous recommendation from a friend. And I am not disappointed. The pack, illustrated by Rolf Eichelmann and published by US Games in 2003, is bold and beautifully painted.This evening, I have drawn the 9 of Pentacles. In this version, a woman relaxes beneath the nine discs. With jewels woven into her hair and beaded into her dress, she looks relaxed and comfortable. It would seem that the large gush of water entering from the right of the card is bringing her one of the nine coins.
For today, I have felt embraced by both the physical world and luxury. Since we missed going out on an adventure yesterday, my boyfriend and I drove out today. We visited the small town of Rye, and then continued our drive on to Hastings, where we wandered around it's Old Town. Due to it being so cold, we stopped for a pot of tea.
Even though I try my best to contribute what I can financially, my boyfriend has been very generous this weekend. Not least of all, in gifting me the beautiful New Century Tarot. After a small altercation with yet another neighbour last night, it was nice to get away from where I live today and unwind amongst the bohemian character of Hastings. Without a job at the moment, I am not particularly wealthy, but with good parents and a lovely and caring boyfriend, like the reclining and bejewelled woman in the 9 of Pentacles, I felt extremely rich through the care and warm spirit of those close to me today.
Illustration from The New Century Tarot by Rolf Eichelmann
Congrats on being a non-smoker coming on a month now! I'm very proud of you, that's beyond fantastic!!
ReplyDeleteThe New Century has crept on and off my wishlist for years. It does have very captivating colors and lines, doesn't it? Enjoy your new deck (what a nice bf you have!)
Thanks. It hasn't been entirely easy and I have had the urge for a cigarette from time to time. But I am pleased that I have made it this far.
ReplyDeleteI saw The New Century in a bookshop many years ago, but passed on it for some reason. A friend recommended it not that long ago, so when I saw it yesterday, I took a safe gamble. It reminds me of a few decks which I like a lot - The Stella (for characters and style), The Navagators of the Mystic SEA, and the Old English (due to the small scenes at the bottoms of the minors). I am already impressed with how the images are working. There is a newer version, released as a kit, but from what I can see, half of the card is taken up with title, which does not impress me.
And yes, I was really chuffed that my bf gifted this to me. He is very generous. He has not given up smoking entirely, but he has cut down, which I am pleased about.