Wordsmithing Magic from the Crossroads

Tarot Card of the Week

Waite-Smith Tarot Justice card

August 31-September 6, 2026: Grinding Slowly, But Grinding Small

This week’s card calls upon us to defend what we know is right. Our laws and most noble ideals matter, even if there are powerful people defying and desecrating them. No matter what, Spiritual Law calls us to honor the contracts we have made with our Gods and with one another in order to be in this life, at this time.

Four of Swords updated

August 24-30, 2026: Dreaming a New Vision

Now, in these last days of Summer, a magical door has opened. Consider this an invitation to  suspend at least some of the daily grind that surely awaits after Labor Day and listen for the guidance of your Divine One(s). Let us quiet our Swords-y chattering minds and await the insight and inspiration we most need.

Ace of Pentacles

August 17-23, 2026: A Jumper Opens a Gate to Well-being

This week, a “jumper” card leapt from my deck, so how could I refuse? This week it asks, how do we build strong foundations and embrace the sacredness of the physical, manifest world? Security and safety come when we commit ourselves to ensuring the prosperity and well-being of our neighbors and the care of our planet.

The Ten of Cups

August 10-16, 2026: Well, Thank Goodness!

With just a couple of important exceptions, the past couple of months have seen some difficult cards. But this week, perhaps the spell is broken. What would that look like for you? How would you describe the happily-ever-after that you hold in your innermost heart? Behold, there is hope at the end of this rainbow.

August 3-9, 2026: I Hate to Tell You…

It was so shocking to me that this card came back for the THIRD time in only a couple of months, I almost put it back. Instead, I pulled a clarification card. Maybe I shouldn’t have. But forewarned is forearmed, right? It might be a bumpy ride this week. But all is not lost. Keep reading…

Smaller Hierophant from the public domain version of the W-S Tarot

July 27-August 2, 2026: The Hierophant

This week’s card speaks directly to us from his throne in the hallowed halls of knowledge, societal leadership, and spiritual authority. This is the interpreter of both current events and the Mysteries of the ancients. If he has come to offer instructions for the ultimate betterment of society, what might they be?

Waite-Smith Tarot Sun card

July 20-26, 2026: The Sun

What is happening in your life that needs wholesome sunbeams of truth shining brightly? What fears could be dispelled if only they would see the light of day? 

This week’s card indicates you have prevailed, despite a difficult time. Success and happiness are dawning at last. Are you ready to embrace them?

Knight of Cups from the Waite-Smith tarot

July 13-19, 2026: Knight of Cups

In this week that brings us the sweet mystery of the Lady Luna in Her own sign of Cancer and the start of the much ballyhooed Barbault Basket, we are visited by another Knight this week. Following on the heels of last week’s Pentacles champion, the Knight of Cups brings his message of hope and love.

Waite-Smith Tarot Knight of Pentacles knight on black horse under yellow sky holding pentacle gazing out at furrowed fields

July 6-12, 2026: Knight of Pentacles

At last, we are liberated from the Seven of Wands (at least this week!), and ready to move forward. But hold up. It’s the Knight of Pentacles. He’s not known for his risk-taking or quick decisions, so progress might be slow. But you can believe it will be steady. Read the rest here!

Waite-Smith Tarot Seven of Wands Young man in green tunic holding stave stands on edge of cliff prepared for battle

June 29-July 5, 2026: The Seven of Wands Returns

Can you believe this card is back again? What are the implications? Maybe this is an initiation or step up to a new level that matters a great deal to you. This might involve testing and trials. Is that happening in some way? Because this card has been such a frequent visitor, keep reading to find out what I did next!

Those that don’t got it,
can’t show it.
Those that got it,
can’t hide it.

~ Zora Neale Hurston

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