Of course, if I’m going to highlight flower paintings, I need to include those by Georgia O’Keeffe.  In 2014 her Jimson Weed/White Flower No.1 (See Taurus) became the most expensive painting sold by a female artist at an auction.  Above is one my favorites though lesser known works Hibiscus.  Before she moved to New Mexico, she was commissioned to do some Hawaiian based paintings by what is now know as Dole .  When she returned, she sent in Heliconia, Crab Claw Ginger (see Cancer) and a Papaya tree.  While there she had not painted one pineapple.  So, the company sent her a pineapple plant which she eventually painted and turned in. That image was used in the final promotional campaign along with the Ginger flower.

Each of her flower paintings are increased in scale on purpose. As she wrote in 1939, “nobody sees a flower-really … I’ll paint what I see-what the flower is to me but I’ll paint it big and they will be surprised into taking time to look at it—I will make even busy New Yorkers take time to see what I see of flowers.”  So, her paintings remind us not only to stop and smell the roses but to stop and really see their beauty.  Go by yourself some flowers.

P.S.  Remember signs with an * it a big week for you. Taurus don’t forget this is a great time to get your yearly Astrological Reading.

Aries

*Chariot – The Chariot comes this week to tell you to take the reins and go.  The path that you are on is correct and you have the power to complete all that you need to do.  The only challenge with this card is that getting anything done is all in your hands.  Therefore, your focus and a destination is essential.   This mean you need to be simple and clear with yourself and others with what needs to be done this week. Thinking linearly will help.  The practical side note is to literally check your tires on your vehicle and wear sensible shoes.

Taurus

Eight of Cups and Five of Swords  – Last week The Emperor (your birth year card) gave you a pat on the back that your project/business is going in a good direction, and is giving you the strength and the due diligence to get a big part of what you want done – done this year.  The Eight of Cups and Five of Swords, however, are chiming in this week saying simplify and take your ego out of details, you are creating more chaos then required to complete your task.

Gemini

Knight of Swords – Last week the Justice card reminded you that as much as you want decisions or ideas to be yes/no – good/bad, there is more to be considered.  This week the Knight of Swords is fore-warning you to take heed to that and slow your roll in decision making.  Haste is your enemy this week not only with conversations and ideas but also literally where you put your feet.

Cancer

Three of Cups – The Three of Cups represents friends.  This card comes when your cups are empty and the only ones to fill them are your close friends and confidants.  Take time this week to just chat, share a beverage with, and relax with a good friend or two.

Leo

Ace of Cups – Ace of Cups is the card of new beginning when it comes to the heart and the spirit.  Take this week to cleanse yourself and start anew.  This can be a literally bath or aromatherapy shower, or a dip into the ocean or any other body of water.  Your soul needs a reboot and water will help.

Virgo

Ten of Swords – The Ten of Swords is a hard card no lie, however there are ways to ease the pain.  One watch your mouth, conversations have a way of turn back on you no matter what your intention this week.  Two, no self-sabotage.  If you must, wear a rubber band on your wrist and snap it if you say anything mean to yourself.  Final remember this too shall past.  A cycle is ending – no need to carry anger, regret or any other negative emotions with you- let it go.

Libra

Four and Eight of Pentacles – Last week the Hierophant came asking you to examine and question your structures – morals, laws, schedules.  Are they hindering you? – then break free and create new ones.  If they are supporting you, build on them.  This week the Four and Eight of Pentacles has you continuing your examinations; however, this week focusing the inquiry on the structures of how you make, spend and save your money.  Somewhere fiscally you are not balanced, and this is the week to start fixing that.

Scorpio

Queen of Wands and Ace of Pentacles – The last couple of weeks the cards have advised you to pull back.  Now the Queen of Wands and the Ace of Pentacles says this is an auspicious time to create some material change in your life.  The combination of these cards is whispering – Now is the time to start creating what your heart and soul desire.    

Sagittarius

Six of Cups – Hey you all, are you listening to what the cards are asking you to do these past couple of weeks?  Well either some of you aren’t getting it or hopefully most of you are doing such a good job at it the Universe is back for another week of inner child work. First, you were finding and playing with your inner monster and then you were sent off rediscovering your imagination to see how far out there you could envision.  Now the Six of Cups has you stepping back into your own past and hugging/healing the inner child that has been neglected by others.  This week instead of a book, watch The Red Balloon.

Capricorn

Ace of Swords and Seven of Pentacles – Doing the work is big this week and Ace of Swords is advising you a new way of thinking is needed instead of working so hard.  This combo is literally telling you to work smarter not harder.

Aquarius

Knight of Wands – All knights represent movement.  This Knight wants you to create or expand on your passions.  This is a great week to do creative things or be out in nature.  He foretells you are on the right path; however, your one challenge this week is to watch your anger.  There is more behind your ire than exasperation or frustration. And the solution is more creative or non-linear than practical and straightforward.

Pisces

*Fool – The Fool is the card of the traveler and new beginnings. For some, you will be given a choice and this choice will ripple through your future.  For others, you will need to take a leap of faith where there seems as there is no choice.  For both, the key is to know that the journey is way more important then the destination.  The first step to a new future starts this week. Stay true to what calls your spirit and makes you enjoy the journey.

May light be on you, around you, and within you,

Nina