What's the Hurry?

I went to visit with my advisor again today. I needed to finalise my old claim so that I could get the new one in motion. I like my advisor, but it takes her a good five minutes to explain something which could easily be communicated in just one. On most occasions, what she tells me needn't be explained at all. This afternoon, she commented on how concerned she had been after our last meeting. She said that I looked worn-out and over-tired by the time I had left. This is true, but my tiredness was partly down to having her explain every minor detail and possible scenario to me for nearly an hour.

So, today's cards look at progress. The 3 of Wands is the reward. In this case, it highlights the Job Centre sorting everything out smoothly. The Knight of Pentacles is a relief to draw, as it informs me that everything will be done properly, but I wonder if these cards are predicting a less than speedy result. This knight suggests movement, but despite his reliability, he likes to take his time. In this illustration, he seems to be holding the dragon back from moving too quickly. 'What's the hurry?' he might ask.

After seeing my advisor, I wandered (and I mean wandered) into town. I wanted to pick up a large frame for a photograph of Lenny which I had taken just last week. I am going to give it to my boyfriend's parents tomorrow. Even though he only died yesterday, I thought it would be a nice thought. I bought a small one for myself and he now sits here on my desk, as company for my stuffed barn owl. After doing that, I walked up to have tea with a friend.

I have felt alright again today. I took things easily and my trip around town was more successful than others I have had recently. My boyfriend and I relaxed out our days in my room this evening, watching a documentary on The Church of Scientology. I didn't know much about the place, but goodness, was I shocked by the way in which they operate! - splitting families, charging people to leave the church, taping confessionals, and then holding people's secrets on video tape, to use against them in the future if needed. Watch out Tom! Looks like you won't be leaving the church in a hurry either!

Illustrations from The Dragon Tarot by Roger & Linda Garland