I know that when the Knight of Pentacles walks into my day that it will be one of the mundane. He's kind of slow but determined, a little dull but dependable, and a little stiff but strong. He is a sturdy, stable and reliable energy. For today, he hasn't dragged me out for an exciting time. Instead, he has helped me and my boyfriend fix the drawer under the bed, flip the mattress and put new gingham bedding on the pillows and duvet. This card is practical and concerns practical things.
I finished the work at the primary school yesterday. As great and enthusiastic as the kids were, they were a bit over-excitable in the afternoon. Because we had set up the exhibition to start after lunch, I had thought that the latter part of the day would be a doddle. Not so. Many of them run a muck; meaning that I had to step in and raise my voice on quite a few occasions. The afternoon was a success, even if exhausting.
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| All working together, earlier in the week |
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| Making concrete stepping stones for painting |
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| A final group sculpture in the exhibition, surrounded by other student's work |
I was so tired when I got back from working. But even though I wanted to sleep, I had to get on with stuff; I needed to have a bath, have dinner, and get ready, since we were meeting Kate to go along to an old mate's birthday party. It was a quiet one in the hostess's garden, which turned out to be very pleasant. She'd only invited a handful of people. I didn't drink again, but I wasn't the only one. As before, I really enjoyed the evening without alcohol.
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| The birthday Girl (left) |
Illustration from The Radiant Rider Waite, based on the drawings of Pamela Colman Smith and redrawn by Virginijus Poshkus. Published by U. S. Games
I read a very interesting definition for the Knight of Pents.
ReplyDelete"A goal finally accomplished after much consisten labour."
This would be a very fitting card to pick after the 2 of Cups yesterday, if we might "piggy back" on yesterday's discussion about Work.
And look at what rewards your labours have brought you, crowned by a lovely quiet evening in a garden...how appropriate that this Knight should usher you into precisely a garden to enjoy the fruit of your labours and rest awhile!
You know you left no stone unturned, no detail neglected and went at it till the end--a monument.
--Lifeisabutterfly
"A goal finally accomplished after much consisten labour."
DeleteI like this. And I see it as a nudge towards working hard if I want to achieve my goal in the present. The garden-evening was a very nice reward - being with friends and enjoying company.
great pictures and cool cat statue
ReplyDeleteThanks Bonkers. I saw the statue for just a few pounds. I thought it a little creepy and serious looking, but I couldn't leave him.
DeleteLovely post and so nicely illustrated. Love the new look of your blog! The Knight of Pentacles brings stability and I like that I can depend on him :) There is magic in the mundane too...
ReplyDeleteThanks Lisa. I feel happy with my blog for the moment; and I enjoy photographing the layouts every day.
DeleteThere is definitely magic in the mundane. I will remember that sentence in the future when this card comes up!
How sweet. I loved the kid's artwork, and the friends look really lovely, too.
ReplyDeleteI would write more but heat is melting my brain. Again, love the photos/colors/props and everything else.
XO,
MM
Thanks Miss Mentha. So much enthusiasm in those children. And I had a lovely evening with close friends.
ReplyDeleteUrgh, I read about the heat and the air conditioning. I hope things get sorted! I like the sun, but I hate it when it is hot and uncomfortable at night. Being in a bungalow now, I won't feel safe to have the big windows stretched right open in the night anymore.