We lost another cultural icon last week, Prince. Prince’s biggest influence for me was his fashion statements and acts of mischief. My absolute favorite song of his is Let’s go Crazy. I love the lyrics “Dearly beloved….to get through this thing called life…Hang tough children…Take me away.” He takes me to church and the dance floor each time I hear it. To me he is The Devil card incarnate. The Devil card, as I see it, is not the scary devil of Christianity but the trickster of more ancient religions, Kokopelli -American Indian, Dionysus and the satyrs- Greek, Lugh- Irish. Tricksters are lovers of music, nature, frenzy/ecstasy, satire, mischief and sex. I think that Prince embodied all those energies.

Prince was known for his androgynous sexuality much like Dionysus. Dionysus was the god of religious ecstasy and theater which Prince proved he could conjure this energy up at his concerts. You can see how Prince’s performance at the Super Bowl was a religious experience. At that performance it was like he called the storm to build and climax with his guitar riffs. The Devil Card’s lesson is to attack our bedevilments with tenacity or humor and to break the chains that limit us. Prince embodied these attributes with writing Slave on he’s cheek, changing his name, and with many of his lyrics ie: Little Red Corvette, just to name a few. Prince was a breaker of rules and limitations- from fashion, gender, sex, race, music, and record companies and his titillating presence will be missed.

P.S. Just a nod to Prince -as a fellow Gemini he got the Judgment card – the Phoenix rises. I have attached songs written by Prince for other artists that may relate to your reading. Remember, when signs have * it’s a big week for you.

Aries – Six of Swords – The Six of Swords simply challenges you to continue moving forward. This is a card of transition with ease. Any trials you feel are not your own. There is only possibilities ahead for you.   Do not be burden by things outside yourself. How Come You Don’t Call Me Anymore for Alicia Keyes

Taurus – Two of Rods – This is a great card for the beginning of your birthday month. The Two of Rods is challenging you to imagine your best future and then be mindful and enjoy the small moments for they make up the journey. Also, this week there will be messages for you along roads and sidewalks. Stand Back for Stevie Nicks
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