2018 SCORPIO FORECAST

This is the 2018 Scorpio Forecast featuring the Wee Folk Toracles deck. If you prefer, you can listen to this forecast on my YouTube channel at https://youtu.be/NTSqE-hOjIQ If you want to check out the Wee Folk Toracles deck for yourself, go to my website at www.landofweefolk.com

First thing of note here, Scorpio, is that three out of four cards in this layout are quite dark and a bit difficult to see in the photo, so you will have to follow along as each one is described. Keep in mind that dark does not mean bad or negative. It can just mean something hidden, something unseen, something difficult to see, something that is not ready to come forth yet or it can just be the opposite of light. So, with that said, Scorpio, let's take a look at your first card. This first card is a child card. It is a very young boy, sitting on the ground with his arms stretched out as though "playing airplane". On his head is a very unique hat - similar to a hat that might be worn in Africa. There is an emblem on the front of this hat too (in the position of the 3rd eye), though it isn't clear enough to see. In front of this little boy is a small drum. This little guy is also looking right at you which means his message is one you MUST understand and pay attention to. The impression of this card is that this little guy is taking "drum lessons", learning to play or learning to send out "tribal" messages to communicate from village to village. Currently, he is alone practicing as there is no other Wee Folk on the card, so as little as he is, he must have a calling. Let's flip this card over and see who he is and what message he has to share with you, Scorpio.

His name is Thimble and his subject matter is "The Rhythm". He says: "Everything that lives has a unique rhythm. A heart beats, yet all heart rhythms are not the same. Ten people together - each with a drum - each with one hand on their heart - the other hand mimicking the heart rhythm - no heart song is the same. You have a rhythm which means you are unlike anyone else. When you discover your rhythm, you will be in sync with your soul purpose. You will truly live by the beat of your own drum."

What wise words, Scorpio, from such a little fellow. Your unique rhythm, according to Thimble's card, began at a very early age, Scorpio. It is something that sparked your interest very young, though at the time, you may not have looked at it seriously as shown by Thimble's "playing airplane". However, this "rhythm" has not changed and, though, you may have moved on in your life doing other things, this special interest is always just beneath the surface because it is a part of your soul's purpose. It appears that 2018 is the year to start bringing that "unique rhythm" out into the open. You may or may not have been doing something with it on your own, but now you must find it and bring it forth to others just as Thimble would communicate messages village to village. If you are unsure of what this special calling might be, consulting your third eye could bring forth the information you seek. This would require meditation of some sort to allow your subconscious mind to bring forth the answers, but guess how you can do that? Yes, with the beat of a drum. Listening to a single drum beat can allow you to enter a light meditation where you can find the answers you seek.

Your second card, Scorpio, again appears "tribal". A young girl is standing within the foliage. She has dark skin, a type of headband (again, across the third eye) and she appears almost shaman-like - wise beyond her years. Though it is difficult to see on the card, in the original photo, she has a smile on her face similar to the Mona Lisa - as though she has a specific secret. She, too, is looking straight at you as Thimble was which means her message MUST be heard, and absorbed, by you as well. Despite her young appearance, she appears confident, relaxed, trustworthy, and happy. There is no fear here even though she may look as though she is lost. Let's flip this card over and see what she has to share with you.

Her name is Greyes and her subject matter is "The Path". She says: "When you look at me you may believe that I am lost amongst these plants. I assure you - my path is clear even when the eye cannot see the path. You have a path as well though you may feel very lost. If you allow yourself to move forward, even though you are unsure of the direction, you will eventually discover the stepping stones of the path you are meant to follow. You must move forward - never backtracking - and trust that you are being guided true."

The message Greyes shares here is that you may still be feeling a bit lost - not sure which direction to go as shown by the darkness of this card. You may even be feeling like a young teenager and wondering what "career path" to take. After all, there are so many things to choose from and you may believe that what you are currently doing is all you can do, but if it is not your "calling", then you will be feeling the urge to find something different. Thimble tells you where to look and how to find your unique rhythm which is a part of your soul purpose and Greyes tells you that, by doing so, your path will appear for you as long as you move forward and trust that you are being guided in the right direction by your Guides and the Universe. Consulting your third eye is part of this forward movement as the first card and the second card both have something over this third eye and Greyes advises "no fear" as you do so. She may also not be as young as she appears, but since she has found her path and her heart is joyful, she remains young at heart. This is certainly the reason for her secret smile.

Your third card, Scorpio, is really unique. The Wee Folk on it is nearly indescribable, but having discovered it myself in the original photo, I believe that it is a spider of some sort. In the original photo, legs can be seen hanging down of which only two light dots are shown on the card to indicate something is there. This card is also very dark - at least the area around this Wee Folk. The "spider" Wee Folk itself is kind of luminescent, making it stand out quite starkly from the background. Its little googly eyes are looking toward the last card in your layout which means they will be connected in some way. The impression this Wee Folk gives is, no matter how different you may feel, you must come forward and allow yourself to be seen. Let's flip the card and see who this unique Wee Folk is.

His name is Bebe and his subject matter is "The Puzzle". He says: "Every human is similar to a puzzle in that you are each made up of many different puzzle pieces. Each piece represents a different aspect of who you are and the puzzle must be put together to view the whole. Sometimes pieces do not seem to fit as you feel they should and this makes you confused about who you really are. To bring back clarity, you must examine the misfit pieces to determine if they are really yours or if they represent what someone else believes you should be. Being your true self completes your puzzle as the misfit pieces are gone."

Bebe's message to you, Scorpio, is about recognizing who you really are. If you consider a spider, it lives a very lone life, but during that lifetime, it creates the most amazing intricate designs which bring it necessary sustenance. Its one main feat is its egg sack which holds millions of tiny lives. The spider does not get input from its fellow spiders as to how to build the most effective web - it, instinctively, knows exactly what to do and how to do it, and that web will be unique to that spider. So, Bebe's image and message are urging you to discover the unique being that you are and to put that uniqueness forward. Create whatever it is that is unique to you - that special heart rhythm - that specific path - and do it without worrying about whether it is "good enough" or not. When it comes to your soul purpose, it is you who must put the pieces together for yourself without worrying about how others will react.

Your last card, Scorpio, is also quite dark and this being blends into the background nearly perfectly. She is unique as well - not exactly human-like, but close. She has a hairless head, eyes, a nose that kind of resembles the beak of a bird, a neck, shoulders and arms. Most unique here is that her arms create a huge heart shape. This heart is the most prominent part of her. She has her head turned just a tiny bit toward Bebe, yet her dark eyes are looking directly at you. These two cards, Bebe and this last card, are connected in a certain way. Let's flip this card over now and see what her message is to you.

Her name is Sulan and her subject matter is "The Image". She says: "There is something about the physical image that can take your breath away. Perhaps it is one specific characteristic such as the color of the eyes, the silkiness of the hair, or the natural softness of the skin. Everyone has at least one incredible feature. The true image, however, is reflected to the outside from the inside. Beautiful thoughts, kindness, compassion, sincerity, and the integrity list goes on. These things are what makes you truly irresistible."

Sulan's message, Scorpio, is about the heart which goes full circle back to Thimble at the beginning of this layout. What you hold in your heart is unique and beautiful. The experiences that created your heart's unique rhythm are yours and yours alone and no one will have the same, identical experiences as you have had. You may feel as though what your heart's rhythm dictates - what your soul purpose dictates - what your uniqueness dictates - is nothing compared to "what others have to offer". This is so very untrue and this is also why Bebe and Sulan are connected. It is that uniqueness - that ability to create something that no one else can create in exactly the same way and the heart that brings it forth that is what makes you just as wonderful as anyone else out there. Your heart, when it is following its soul path will "glow" bright and beautiful, no longer blending into the darkness, and the sincerity by which it comes forth, will be impossible for others to ignore. You must allow yourself to embrace your heart's desires. Hiding is no longer an option.

So, Scorpio, the gist of your 2018 forecast is that you have a unique heart rhythm that calls only to you. It is your soul purpose which you can discover by using that drum beat to bring forth the guidance you need to move forward on your life path. This discovery will allow you to see the uniqueness in yourself - showing you what you can create that is amazing and beautiful - and will finally allow you to be happy and secure in who you are. At that point, your heart will feel full and joyful and that beauty will shine out for everyone to see. Don't remain in the dark, Scorpio. It's not where you are meant to be. Happy New Year, Scorpio!

2018 LIBRA FORECAST

This is the 2018 Libra Forecast done using the Wee Folk Toracles deck. If you prefer, you can listen to this forecast on my YouTube channel at https://youtu.be/pNc-I_wOnMg  If you want to check out the Wee Folk Toracles deck for yourself, go to my website at www.landofweefolk.com

Your first card, Libra, shows a Wee Folk that you might expect to see in something like a Star Wars movie. Underneath his hooded cape, he has a very broad forehead, large dark eyes, and pointed ears, then his face slims down until it is just a small pointed chin. His nose can be seen too and a small line for his mouth just above his chin. The blade of grass that is lit up by the sun could almost be a light saber but, of course, this is an illusion. It truly is just a blade of grass. This being appears to be very serious as he looks directly at you. It is obvious that he feels what he has to say is extremely important to you which is why he is making direct eye contact. Let's flip the card over and find out who he is and what he has to say to you.

His name is Tau and his subject matter is "The Guide". He says: "You may believe that your life is unfolding in a series of random events that you have no control over. This is an absolute fallacy. You have guides, like me, available to you at all times, but to hear our suggestions and words of wisdom, you must open your mind. We come to you in dreams and answer your questions through songs, conversations, movies, and so on. Signs and symbols are how we communicate. You need only to open your eyes to "hear" us."

Tau is indicating, Libra, that perhaps, in 2017, you felt quite alone and that your life just wasn't going according to plan. This aloneness is an illusion, just like the grass blade light saber. You have guides and/or angels (whichever is your preference) to call upon any time. Their job is to help you on your life path - especially your main guide who has been with you since birth. Oftentimes these guides will give you nudges, trying to get your attention, so that you can see the path you are meant to take. If you don't "see" or "feel" or "hear" these nudges, then you feel as though you have no help in making any decisions. It is unfortunate that the guides cannot just set up a huge flashing neon sign that suggests you should do this or you should do that. This is not the way it works. They are working from "behind the veil", so to speak, which means their ways of reaching you are limited to your dreams and whatever is around you that they can make use of such as the radio. You need to open up your mind to the possibilities and allow yourself to "notice" the signs that are given to you, but to receive a sign, you need to ask for guidance. Once you do, a sign is forthcoming quite quickly. The question now is, will you notice?

Your second card, Libra, is quite dark. In fact, it is the darkest card in your four card layout, though the last card runs a close second. Dark does not necessarily mean bad or negative. It can mean something unseen or something hidden as well or it can be just the opposite of light. In this card, a child can be seen. He is wearing a conical witch's hat and a robe that appears to be too big for him. His shoes, what we can see of them under the overly large robe, appear to big for him too. It is obvious that this little one wants to stay hidden. Though his face is not clear, we can see that he is facing Tau (in the first card) which means that he is quite interested in Tau's message to you. Let's flip this card and see who he is.

His name is Palow and his subject matter is "The Tolerant". He says: "Long ago, intolerance for a person with unusual ideas brought about horrifying consequences or hysterical panic. Remember Matthew Hopkins - the Witch Hunter and/or the Salem Witch Trials. Intolerance comes from fear which, in turn, comes from lack of knowledge. It is not a thing of the past, though it should be. Those who are tolerant of the differences in others are evolving spiritually. The tolerant understand that accepting others for who they are means accepting themselves as we are all 'one'."

Palow, though a child, is quite wise, Libra. It seems that you may have had some kind of unconventional gift as a child and that it has been, for some reason, necessary to hide. Perhaps you were able to see spirits as many children can, but your gift was stronger than most. Perhaps you've had a secret longing to practice Wicca, but have not followed your wanting due to being afraid that others might not understand or accept your decision. Whatever this is, it came to you in childhood and has been in your mind for a long time, shelved when you are too busy to notice, but then it comes back to the surface. The fact that Palow is paying such close attention to Tau's message says that this "talent" or "desire" is a part of your life's path and your guides have been trying to encourage you to follow that talent or desire. If you have noticed their urgings, you have not acknowledged them, so you have that feeling of "aloneness". Perhaps it is time for you to "come out of the dark" and to find that path you are meant to be on.

Your third card, Libra, is also a child, but not a human child. This one is a child leaf. It is easy to see her textured head, eyes, and tiny nose. She is also holding onto a berry with one paw. As with Tau in the first card, she is looking directly at you which means that her message is specifically important to you. The way she is clutching the berry gives the impression that it is either one of her favorite things or that she is afraid of dropping it. Her one squinted eye gives the impression that she is winking at you too. Let's flip this card over and see what her message is to you.

Her name is Coral and her subject matter is "The Seedling". She says: "Every living creature begins from a seed. Upon birth, the seed becomes a seedling. A seedling cannot remain a seedling forever. That seedling must grow and perhaps, eventually, produce more seedlings to continue growth of the species. But, to understand the seedlings you produce, you must retain some of the seedling within yourself. In other words, you must remember the child you once were and allow that child to come forth in understanding and love. An adult who does not remember their inner child will cease to blossom. Remember how to play!"

Coral's message, Libra, is a confirmation to Palow's message. Having two children cards in a four card layout is a large indication that this "hidden" something is from your childhood and has been hidden away since that time. You clutch it tightly, but refuse to release your grip and let it out in the open for fear of being unaccepted. Coral is encouraging you to remember what it "felt" like in childhood when you first realized you had a special gift or talent and before anyone encouraged you to hide it away. She is encouraging you to "play" with this gift (her "berry" could be taken for a child's ball as well), not just clutch it tightly to your heart. The "wink" she seems to be giving you seems to be sharing that she understands what it is like to be "different" - she's on your side. Explore your gift and give it the understanding and love that you would have given it as a child when you first discovered it. If you do this, it will grow and you will love how this makes you feel. It won't matter what others think because you will be exploring something you've missed a great deal and will love how this feels.

Your last card, Libra, is also dark and the man within it is difficult to see. If the photo is unclear to you, this card holds a man dressed in an outfit similar to Robin Hood - same kind of hat, pants and boots. He has a beard and is quite concentrated on some sticks that he is holding. Perhaps he is attempting to make a fire by rubbing two sticks together. He is either squatted down or sitting on something that can't be seen. It is obvious that he is comfortable in the outdoors too. He has his back to the other three cards in your layout, but this does not mean that he is dismissing their messages. He must feel as though you understand their messages because he is looking to the right, doing what he needs to do to move forward. Let's flip this card and see what his message to you is saying.

His name is Deacon and his subject matter is "The Survivalist". He says: "You may feel that the world is in peril and you must prepare for what is to come. By all means, follow this path if this is what your heart dictates, but not if fear is your motivation. Getting back to the basics and living more simply in a more natural way is the call of your heart and soul. You know how as you have done it in other lifetimes. Study herbs, discover natural foods, learn to dowse for fresh water, but do not live in fear. Enjoy yourself and, perhaps, teach others your skills. You may have a calling."

Deacon's message, Libra, is a powerful one. Just as Palow was a dark card, Deacon is also a dark card. This is confirmation that your special gift is being hidden, but it also connects them telling you that whatever this special gift or talent is, it has to do with something considered unconventional, but of nature. Of nature means absolutely natural to you AND aligned with the Laws of Nature. Dressed as Robin Hood is unique too as Robin Hood did something that no one else had the "guts" to do. He stole from the rich and gave to the poor. Of course, Deacon's message is not telling you to do this, but he is telling you to follow your heart and to study whatever your unconventional gift is because, since the world is such a crazy place, you will have a great deal to offer others who are in need. Rub those two sticks together and get that fire going!

So, Libra, the gist of your 2018 forecast is telling you to open up to your guides and their help as you discover that childhood talent or gift. Bring it out into the open. Play with it, nurture it, and allow it to grow without worrying about what others might think of you. Then, when you are ready, offer it to the world in whatever way feels most natural to you. Do not stay hidden any longer, Libra. The world needs you. Happy New Year, Libra!

2018 VIRGO FORECAST

This is the 2018 Virgo Forecast done using the Wee Folk Toracles deck. If you prefer, you can listen to this forecast on my YouTube channel at https://youtu.be/jh692bWLT3c  If you want to check out the Wee Folk Toracles deck for yourself, go to my website at www.landofweefolk.com

Your first card, Virgo, is unique as it is one of the cards in the Wee Folk Toracles deck that is not of a human-like image. This little Wee Folk resembles a leaf - a young one or child leaf - and if its coloring had not been a bit duller than the leaves around it, it would have not been seen at all in the original photograph. This little being has a pointed head and rough skin. One eye is squinted and the other is open. It has a tiny nose and whisker-type cheeks like a cat on either side of that nose. It is clutching a ball or berry tightly with one paw. It is also looking straight at you which means this card is specifically important in this reading. Let's flip this card and see what this little one has to share.

Her name is Coral and her subject matter is "The Seedling". She says: "Every living creature begins from a seed. Upon birth, the seed becomes a seedling. A seedling cannot remain a seedling forever. That seedling must grow and perhaps, eventually, produce more seedlings to continue growth of the species. But, to understand the seedling you produce, you must retain some of the seedling within yourself. In other words, you must remember the child you once were and allow that child to come forth in understanding and love. An adult who does not remember their inner child will cease to blossom. Remember how to play!"

Coral's message, Virgo, seems to indicate that you have been taking life far too seriously and hanging on far too tightly to something you believe is important to you. The fact is, what you are hanging onto IS important - this "seed" or "idea" as it nourishes you - but you are hanging on so tightly that it does not have room to breathe and grow. Coral knows how important the berry or seed she is holding is to her, but she is only holding onto it with one paw. Perhaps you need to release your grip a bit on what you are hanging on so tightly to. You can still hang on to it - should hang on to it - but do it with just one hand (metaphorically speaking). Doing this will allow it to manifest into something much bigger that will nourish you even more. You might even consider playing with it a bit. Being too serious can also stunt its growth, but playing will allow it some freedom to be creative, again, giving the opportunity for growth.

Your second card, Virgo, shows a human-like Wee Folk. He wears a type of crown, is very pale, has long dark hair, and holds a staff. He may seem pale due to the fact that his eyes are so dark. This doesn't appear to be due to sunglasses as there is no nose bridge piece. His eyes just appear to be dark patches. He, too, is facing you directly which, again, puts great importance on this card. Since he can not see you due to the patches on his eyes, you can consider that he is using his other senses to know that you are there. His royal image seems to be "less than real". If he were truly royalty, would he be hiding amongst the leaves as he is? Let's flip this card and see what he has to share with you.

His name is Barrister and his subject matter is "The Royal Guard". He says: "The Royal Guard depicts the conscious mind. Its job is to protect you and to make certain that you follow all rules and regulations that society imposes upon you. This Royal Guard has no patience for individual thought. It guards the entrance to your subconscious mind with a vengeance as that is the vault that holds all that is possible. To enter, the Royal Guard must be diverted. Meditation, hypnosis, and writing - any of these will require the Royal Guard to step aside - giving you access to all the amazing secrets of your existence."

Barrister's message to you, Virgo, is about finding truth. Your seriousness and your desire to do "everything the right way" is stunting your natural growth. Because you do not play as much as you should, your sight has become the "sight" of an adult instead of the glorious vision of a child who can see that "anything is possible". You "sense" that there is something very important you need to do, but cannot seem to "see" what that is. When you consider it or think about it, your conscious mind fills you full of untruths about what will happen if you follow what you are thinking about. This has to do with that "berry" you have been clutching so tightly. You are clutching it to your chest - to your heart - and your heart wants it to flourish into something amazing, but your conscious mind tells you that this is not possible. The conscious mind is not a bad thing as it keeps you safe within the "knowns" of life, but it absolutely refuses to accept change of any kind and it's change that you need, so you can get the nutrients you need to grow.

Your third card, Virgo, shows an elite young woman lying comfortably on the moss. She is, obviously, quite well-to-do with her fancy hat, styled curly hair, vest cape, and what looks like a glove on the arm that can be seen. She is focused on something in front of her on the ground - perhaps a book she is reading. She is very relaxed and not the least bit worried about anything that might be going on around her, but she does have her back to Barrister in the second card which means that she does not endorse what the conscious mind is playing at with you. Let's flip this card over and see what she has to say.

Her name is Arelia and her subject matter is "The Dreamer". She says: "Dreams - waking and sleeping - meet life when the mind is open and the events within these dreams are valued. There are answers to many of your life mysteries when you understand that the pictures you receive are given to you from the experiences of all your lifetimes. Take the time to romanticize waking dreams and to examine sleeping dreams. Give yourself the gift of foresight through dream travels."

Arelia's message, Virgo, is about relaxation and dreaming. Both of these, along with the other three mentioned by Barrister, can allow you to move the conscious mind out of your way and see into the subconscious mind. This is the place where you can imagine anything. You can be wealthy here. You can be genius here. You can create whatever your heart desires here. You can explore who you've been in past lives and determine your strengths and weaknesses from what you learned in those lives. Imagination and thought must come before anything can actually come into being. So, what is that "idea" that you've been clutching so tightly to your heart? What is it that you want it to grow into? These are answers you can get through dreaming and through your subconscious mind if you are willing to relax your grip enough and see what happens.

Your last card, Virgo, shows what can only be described as a fairy. Her hair is in a bun like Tinkerbell and, though we cannot see her face clearly, we can see her wings and the obvious trail she is leaving as she "takes off" with a blast from the leaves below her. She is looking forward and, since she has "taken off" as quickly as she has, you can assume that she is going to move forward just as quickly. She is ready and rearing to get to whatever destination she has. This card is also very different in coloring from the other three and this causes the eye to notice it first. This makes it the most important card in your layout. Let's flip this card and see what her message to you is about.

Her name is Fawn and her subject matter is "The Myth". She says: "I am the myth, yet here I am - a mythical fairy right before your very eyes. My existence is not based on your belief in me. Can you say the same about your own existence? Are you living your life as your heart dictates or are you living based on the belief of others? If you are living based on others' beliefs, your heart is not joyful. I am a myth, yet I fly, I laugh, I play, I sing, I love. How can I do all of this without your belief? Simple. I believe in myself!"

Fawn is sharing with you, Virgo, that your existence - what you strive for, what you want, how you wish to live, what you want to believe in - is not dependent upon the beliefs of other people. It is dependent on what you believe about yourself. If you believe in fairies and someone else does not, you will not be happy if you deny your belief. You must be true to yourself. Fawn is telling you that ANYTHING is possible - you can do anything your heart desires - if you believe in yourself. Basically, if you don't believe in yourself, you do not exist except as other people expect to see you. Believing in yourself will give you "wings" (in a metaphoric sense) and allow you to "take off" toward the destination you have in your heart at whatever speed you choose to go. Nothing can stop you.

So, Virgo, the gist of this 2018 reading is that you need to take whatever it is that you are holding onto so tightly and so secretly and release your grip a bit. This is the only way you can play with this idea and allow it to grow as it is meant to grow because it is the way to your heart's path if you just allow it to grow as it should. This means quieting the conscious mind at times, so you can actually see the possibilities to what you can create from this idea. AND, most importantly, to bring everything into reality the way you envision it, you MUST believe in yourself. Believe in the fact that you CAN do whatever you set your mind to, no matter what anyone else tries to tell you. Your heart is dictating something specific to you and you need to follow up on it because that is where your happiness lies. Happy New Year, Virgo!

2018 LEO FORECAST

This is the 2018 Leo Forecast done using the Wee Folk Toracles deck. If you prefer, you can listen to this forecast on my YouTube channel at https://youtu.be/shiUtVpdfzo  If you want to check out the Wee Folk Toracles deck for yourself, go to my website at www.landofweefolk.com

Your first card, Leo, shows a very stylish Wee Folk  What we can see of her is very chic with her large hat complimenting her hairless head with just the right earring accent. It is obvious that she has put thought into her style and what she wishes to reflect. Despite this beautiful style, she is sitting sideways behind a log and behind tall reeds. We can see her shoulder and part of her arm and her knees. She blends in so well to her surroundings that if she didn't have the large hat, she could have easily been missed in the original photograph. She is also looking over her shoulder as though spooked by something behind her. It is obvious that she is hiding, trying very hard to go unseen. Let's flip the card and see what this Wee Folk has to share with you.

Her name is Ursula and her subject matter is "The Under Belly". She says: "We all have a soft under belly - a place within us that is vulnerable to others. We try our best to protect this place, but we somehow give this secret away. Inevitably, it seems to get used against us. You do not need to have this soft, vulnerable under belly. You can work with yourself to discover the root cause of this soft spot, come to terms with it and let it go. You would be amazed at how quick the soft under belly heals. You are not a victim unless you choose to be."

Ursula's message, Leo, tells you that whatever it is you are afraid of does not have to be an issue. There is no need to be looking over your shoulder, worried about what is behind you, because whatever has happened to you in the past does not need to be an issue in 2018. It can remain with you, of course, if that is how you want it, but as Ursula says, "You are not a victim unless you choose to be." You have great style and an amazing ability to inspire others if you just allow that part of yourself to come forth. You will attract many, some of them not always kind, but that's okay. When you are secure in who you are, it doesn't matter what others think or say. Discovering what that soft, vulnerable spot from the past is and healing it is the goal for 2018.

Your second card, Leo, shows an older woman. This card is much brighter than the first. This woman is sitting and seems to be quite focused on something she has in her hands. She also looks quite studious with glasses across the top of her nose and she is wearing something that appears to resemble a graduation cap and gown. She could be a professor of some sort or an older student of a specific subject. She is so focused that it doesn't seem she is noticing her surroundings at all and these surroundings are actually somewhat blurred - they seem quite unimportant. She is also facing Ursula in the first card and it must be mentioned again the stark contrast between these two cards. Ursula (the first card) is nearly colorless. This card is full of gorgeous tones of green. The impression here is that this older woman is telling you that "coming out of your shell" and putting the past behind you can bring forth amazing opportunity. Let's flip this card over and see who she is and what she has to share.

Her name is Esmerelda and her subject matter is "The Journal". She says: "Writing - keeping record - of events that take place in your life is an incredible therapeutic tool. These written memories allow you to look back at what you have accomplished, identify lessons learned and, if your eyes are open, you will be able to record signs and symbols you receive as the Universe and your Guides work with you on your life's path. The written record you create can give you insight you may miss if you do not stop to record these letters to yourself. Take the time and start your journal."

Esmerelda's message, Leo, is one of clarity. She is showing you what can happen for you if you allow yourself to recognize and understand what is keeping you "down" or "hidden". Whether or not you keep a journal is not the focus here. What IS the focus are your memories - good and bad. These memories, as Esmerelda says, can allow you to take stock of those things that have affected you in both positive and negative ways. They can allow you to see what has worked for you and what hasn't worked for you. They can allow you to focus on something of importance to you instead of focusing on yourself and all that you feel you are not. This focus is important and is something you are meant to be doing - a part of your life's path. The Universe and your Guides are ready and willing to work with you, but you need to allow the past to be the past and recognize what it is you should truly be focusing on. The difference in apparent age between Ursula in the first card and Esmerelda in the second card is sharing two things. The first is that once you have discovered your focus, it won't be an overnight accomplishment, but will take time. It is also saying that no matter what your current age, it is never too late to find that focus and create something amazing with it for yourself.

Your third card, Leo, is a Wee Folk that can be described as a Leprechaun. He is a dapper dresser with white shirt and fitted pants and his hair style is full and unique. The one thing that is most noticeable here is the tie he is wearing which is around his neck, but carelessly slung over his shoulder. He is also quite focused as he looks at Esmerelda in the second card which means he is paying very close attention to her message. He is standing ever so still, not moving a muscle, and has a very serious facial expression. Let's flip this card and see what he has to share with you.

His name is Patty and his subject matter is "The Four Leaf Clover". He says: "The Four Leaf Clover is said to be connected to good luck. In finding one, you may suddenly have something incredible happen. Was this four leaf clover really lucky for you? The answer is in your intention when you search for the four leaf clover. The Universe hears your intention and knows luck is needed. Finding the four leaf clover excites you, raising your positive vibration which strengthens your intention and allows the Universe to bring the good luck to you. Use intention and positive thinking. Allow the four leaf clover to remind you how the Universe works."

Patty's message to you, Leo, is about finding that focus that Esmerelda speaks about. It isn't all just a matter of good luck or being in the right place at the right time. You must make the effort to "find your four leaf clover" - standing still and considering what it is that you want isn't going to bring it to you. The Universe and your Guides will help you if you set a very clear, strong intention, but only if you are also moving forward yourself. Do not, however, take yourself so seriously that you forget to relax from time to time. If you are all work and don't allow yourself to "sling that tie" once in a while, the Universe will step in and make sure that you take time to rest or have some fun.

Your last card, Leo, appears to be a kind of warrior Wee Folk. He is wearing a helmet and chest armor and seems to have either armor or a type of cloak over the shoulder and arm that can be seen. Though his face is a bit blurred, we can still see his eyes, nose and mouth, though no particular facial expression. It is obvious, though, that he is looking straight at you which means this card is very important to this reading. There are several other beings in this card as well, but they are a "sideline" to this main warrior-like Wee Folk. Let's flip this card and see what his message says.

His name is Baron and his subject matter is "The Guardian". He says: "The Guardian is the protector of hopes and dreams. There are never any hopes and dreams that are foolish or impossible no matter what others may say. Hopes and dreams are what keeps you moving forward on your life path or toward your life path. If you do not have hopes and dreams, you are like a ship lost in the vastness of the ocean without the "hope" of any clear direction. Allow yourself the luxury of hoping and dreaming - whether big or small - it costs you nothing. It does, however, open a path where direction and guidance are given."

Baron's message, Leo, is both a warrior mentality and a dreamer mentality. You must, in finding your focus, allow yourself to dream of "what can be" because these dreams and these hopes can strengthen your intention and allow you to determine what direction you truly wish to go. They are like a compass without which you would just be blowing around in the wind. The warrior is there to make sure that you don't allow others to "talk you out of" what you are endeavoring to do (or dream into reality), thus the lack of focus on the other beings on the card. If you are afraid to have hopes and dreams, your path will be blocked because the Universe and your Guides will have no clear idea of what direction you wish to take. Imagine yourself as this warrior covered in armor which means he is ready to take on whatever comes his way. He forges forward toward his hopes and dreams, passing by those who don't support his plan and stopping to spend time with those who do. He fears nothing because he has a cause he truly believes in.

So, Leo, the gist of 2018 is to discover what it is that has been holding you back and release all thoughts that you are a victim of any kind. Find a focus, something that you can be passionate about and work toward that focus. When you are actively working toward something specific, the Universe and your Guides know how to work with you. Then, add your hopes and dreams to that focus. Picture what it is you would like this focus to bring you and make it a reality with those hopes and dreams. Don't allow anyone to discourage you or what you wish to accomplish. Happy New Year, Leo!

2018 CANCER FORECAST

This is the 2018 Cancer Forecast done using the Wee Folk Toracles deck. If you prefer, you can listen to the forecast on my YouTube channel at https://youtu.be/VB7JT8luPTc  If you want to check out the Wee Folk Toracles deck for yourself, go to my website at www.landofweefolk.com

Your first card, Cancer, was also the first card in the Aries forecast, but this does not mean that the meaning of this card is the same for you as it was for Aries. With that said, what is seen in this first card is what may be considered a Leprechaun Wee Folk. He is actually larger than most of the Wee Folk that have been photographed and his overall "greenness" really stood out in the original photo. He is also the darkest card in your layout which means the eye is drawn to him. Dark does not necessarily mean bad or negative. It can just be the opposite of light or not being able to see something clearly. The cut of his thoroughly green hair is something that might be seen in the 70's. He's also wearing a white shirt with a green tie slung loosely over his shoulder and green pants that are tight around his ankles. This Leprechaun is quite mesmerized by something off to the left, but there are no cards in that direction. He doesn't appear to be moving at all - just standing and staring - as though rooted to the ground. Let's take a look at who he is and what he has to share with you.

His name is Patty and his subject matter is "The Four Leaf Clover". He says: "The Four Leaf Clover is said to be connected to good luck. In finding one, you may suddenly have something incredible happen. Was this four leaf clover really lucky for you? The answer is in your intention when you search for the four leaf clover. The Universe hears your intention and knows luck is needed. Finding the four leaf clover excites you, raising your positive vibration which strengthens your intention and allows the Universe to bring the good luck to you. Use intention and positive thinking. Allow the four leaf clover to remind you how the Universe works."

Patty's message to you, Cancer, seems to indicate that there is something specific you need - something that raises your vibration and brings out positive thinking. The fact that Patty is looking to the left where there are no cards AND the manner in which he is dressed tells us that he is peering into the past. He's looking and looking, but doesn't seem to be able to quite "see" what he is looking for. There is something blocking his vision. It is similar to having what you want to say on the tip of your tongue, but not quite being able to spit it out. Your vision, Cancer, of what you are seeking is just out of your grasp. This "something" is heart based as is shown by all the "greenness" in this card which correlates with a healthy heart chakra. This basically means that what you are seeking is something so important to you that it raises your heart vibration. Perhaps you are waiting for something incredible to happen - waiting to find that four leaf clover. However, if you remain standing still, rooted to the ground as Patty appears to be, you won't be able to find what you are searching for. After all, to find a four leaf clover, you must go into a clover field and go through many, many clovers very patiently in the hopes of finding one. Action of some sort is needed as is intention of what you wish to find.

The Wee Folk in the second position of your layout, Cancer, is quite unique. It isn't "human-looking" as many of the Wee Folk are in this Toracles deck. What is seen is a child-like being that looks like a leaf, doing its best to blend into it's surroundings but, as you can see, its coloring isn't quite right. It has a leaf shaped head, eyes, a tiny button nose and appears to be holding a round ball of some sort - perhaps a berry. This berry seems to be snugged up quite tightly as though this Wee Folk is afraid of dropping it or afraid someone will take it away. Notice, too, that this Wee Folk is looking straight at us which means this message is extra important to you. Let's flip this card over and see who this Wee Folk is and what message it has to share.

Her name is Coral and her subject matter is "The Seedling". She says: "Every living creature begins from a seed. Upon birth, the seed becomes a seedling. A seedling cannot remain a seedling forever. That seedling must grow and perhaps, eventually produce more seedlings to continue growth of the species. But, to understand the seedlings you produce, you must retain some of the seedling within yourself. In other words, you must remember the child you once were and allow that child to come forth in understanding and love. An adult who does not remember their inner child will cease to blossom. Remember how to play!"

Coral's message to you, Cancer, is that perhaps you are being too adult. Patty (in the first card) has his back to Coral which means that he is not willing to entertain her idea, so he remains rooted with no forward momentum. Perhaps what you need to "see" that elusive "something" that Patty is looking for in the past is a child-like perspective. If you notice, the berry or seed that Coral is holding is NOT up in front of her face, but is clutched close to the heart. This means that what you're looking for is "dear to your heart" or "was" dear to your heart when you were a child. It may have been something that you were not allowed to express or that you were afraid would make you different from everyone else if you allowed it to come forward. The fact is, now is the time to find that "something" because it raises your vibration, makes you think positively, is dear to your heart and is YOUR four leaf clover. The way to "see it", Coral says, is to remember that child within you.

Your third card, Cancer, shows an older woman with glasses resting on her long nose. She appears to be wearing an outfit very similar to a graduation cap and gown and seems to be studying something she is holding with great interest. There is green all around her too which, again, indicates a healthy heart chakra. This Wee Folk woman is also facing Coral (the second card) which means that Coral's message is quite important and worth paying attention to. Let's flip this card and see what this woman has to share.

Her name is Esmerelda and her subject matter is "The Journal". She says: "Writing - keeping record - of events that take place in your life is an incredible therapeutic tool. These written memories allow you to look back at what you have accomplished, identify the lessons learned and, if your eyes are open, you will be able to record signs and symbols you receive as the Universe and your Guides work with you on your life's path. The written record you create can give you insight you may miss if you do not stop to record these letters to yourself. Take the time and start your journal."

Esmerelda's message, Cancer, may or may not mean "keeping an actual journal". When placed together with the previous two cards, it sounds more like taking the time to "remember" what your life has been thus far. It is obvious from Patty's message that something very important is missing in your life and that Coral's message shows that it is something very important from your childhood. The only way to bring that message forth is to go back into your memories and "find" that four leaf clover. Esmerelda is also showing you that it is NEVER too late to begin a career in something as shown by her graduation gown and cap. Yes, it takes work, but when it is something you LOVE doing, it really doesn't seem like work. Esmerelda is sharing, too, that by finding this missing element in your life, you will be putting out a very clear message to the Universe, so that your guides and the Universe can work with you to accomplish what you've always wanted to do.

Your last card, Cancer, shows a young woman dressed in fancy clothing relaxing in the warmth of the sun. She appears to be reading something. She is wearing a fancy hat, a kind of vest with puffy sleeves and what appears to be a glove on the arm that can be seen. Her hair is dark and curly and she is peering downward. She and Esmerelda are facing opposite directions - they have their backs to one another. Let's flip this card and see what she has to say.

Her name is Arelia and her subject matter is "The Dreamer". She says: "Dreams - waking and sleeping - meet life when the mind is open and the events within these dreams are valued. There are answers to many of your life mysteries when you understand that the pictures you receive are given to you from the experiences of all your lifetimes. Take the time to romanticize waking dreams and to examine sleeping dreams. Give yourself the gift of foresight through dream travels."

Arelia's message to you, Cancer, is to allow yourself the luxury of relaxation, so that your mind can open up to all that you are meant to know. Everyone has dreams of what they wish to make of their lives and you are no different. Esmerelda has her back to Arelia, but this doesn't mean that she is rejecting what Arelia is saying. It means that Esmerelda needs you to pay attention to Coral and Patty's messages. Arelia, in facing the future, is saying that once you discover what it is you are looking for, you will be able to relax and enjoy what your heart has wanted you to do all along. Your life's path is dictated by your heart and that is what you need to find this year, Cancer.

So, Cancer, the gist of your forecast for 2018 is to understand that something is missing in your life that is keeping you rooted in one spot. This "something" is dear to your heart and something that you recognized in yourself in childhood, but were afraid to let others see. Bringing forth that inner child and going back through your life's memories will bring what you are missing back to the surface where it belongs. You can, then, start working with it as you were always meant to and all the obstacles and problems that you have had through the past will begin to heal and your life's path will be smoother. This doesn't mean there will never be obstacles again, but when your intention is strong, the Universe and your Guides know exactly how to help you achieve what you are working toward. Happy New Year, Cancer!

2018 GEMINI FORECAST

This is the 2018 Gemini Forecast done using the Wee Folk Toracles deck. If you prefer, you can listen to this forecast on my YouTube channel at https://youtu.be/wr6UBUeCGJs  If you want to check out the Wee Folk Toracles deck for yourself, go to my website at www.landofweefolk.com

Your first card, Gemini, is quite dark in comparison to the other three cards, but dark does not necessarily mean bad or negative. Sometimes, dark is just the opposite of light or an inability to see something clearly. With that said, the being on this card is very unique. Due to the darkness of the card, she is difficult to see, but there is a bit of light that has brought her out a bit. She is hairless, has dark eyes, and the end of her nose is lit up by a small ball of light. Her neck is dark, but her shoulders and arms can be seen quite clearly. The most interesting aspect here is that her arms create a heart shape where her chest and stomach should be. She is looking directly at you with her head tilted just a bit to the side as though puzzled by something. It is also obvious that she has tried very hard to blend into her surroundings - perhaps, hiding from something. With these impressions in mind, let's flip the card and see who she is and what she has to say to you.

Her name is Sulan and her subject matter is "The Image". She says: "There is something about the physical image that can take your breath away. Perhaps it is one specific characteristic such as the color of the eyes, the silkiness of the hair, or the natural softness of the skin. Everyone has at least one incredible feature. The true image, however, is reflected to the outside from the inside. Beautiful thoughts, kindness, compassion, sincerity, and the integrity list goes on. These things are what makes you truly irresistible."

Sulan's message seems to be one of the heart, Gemini. It seems that you may have lost your way somehow and are not following your true heart's path. To cover up your confusion and your inability to see the path clearly, you may be focusing on something trivial which means something that really has no bearing on what you're truly meant to be doing. Because of this, you may be feeling that there is nothing special about you and that you are just "one of the crowd". The fact is, you are an amazingly unique individual and this has nothing to do with your outward appearance. It is what you have inside - what you have in your heart - that makes you this amazing person. Unfortunately, at this time, your heart is not the passionate red that it should be which means you need to find your heart's passion again and get moving on that path.

The second card, Gemini, shows a man wearing an English type cap with red hair. He is wearing what looks like a black coat and black shoes and is sitting in a quiet, secluded spot. He is, obviously, absorbed in the book or the papers on his lap. The impression is that what he is reading is extremely personal which is why he has chosen a place to read where he will not be disturbed or be bothered by the input of others. He is also facing Sulan (the first card) which means that her message is very important to him. His large coat says that he is prepared to get all the information he needs from what he is reading even if he has to sit in that spot through the cold winter months. Let's flip this card and see what he has to share.

His name is Hal and his subject matter is "The Scholar". He says: "Within each of us there is the need to "know". To understand the subject of our curiosity, we must study the work of others who were interested in the same subject. It is not enough to skim the surface - you must become the scholar. For, you see, if a subject calls to you, this tells you that you need this information. You will have a use for this information in the future. If time to gain this knowledge is crucial, you will be given signs. Do not ignore this scholarly pull."

Hal's message, Gemini, works hand-in-hand with Sulan's message. You've lost your way, Sulan says. The way to find it, according to Hal, is to stop trying to find your answers from the people around you, but to go in search of it yourself. This journey - finding your heart's path - is a personal one and you are the only one who will recognize it when you see it. This journey also begins with something you are passionate about. Perhaps you have a specific skill that you would like to dig into more deeply or a certain interest that has always piqued your curiosity. Maybe you have noticed certain signs that you should explore something specific, but weren't sure if the signs were for you. Rest assured, if you have received these signs, there is no mistake. They have been given to you for a reason. Remember, signs come in many different forms. It could be your dreams, a street sign, a specific line that stands out in a movie, a random thought that seems to make no sense, and so on. If you feel it is a sign, especially if it correlates to something you've recently been thinking about or doing, don't discount it. It's the Universe's way of letting you know that you're on the right track. So, Gemini, Hal is telling you to take the time in 2018 to discover your passion. Doing so will bring you out of your confusion and get you back on your path.

The third card, without a doubt, shows a Wee Folk who is a pirate. He has the pirate hat, the sword, and a peg leg. He is also a child. He may just be playing dress up or, in his Wee Folk world, perhaps he is the child of a pirate. He is standing alone, obviously ready for battle action if necessary, but is currently more in "look out" mode. Despite his peg leg, he is not crippled in any way and has a certain no nonsense air about him. He is also looking to the right - the direction he plans to take - yet he is not moving forward. Let's flip his card and see what he wants to share with you.

His name is Jacob and his subject matter is "The Pirate". He says: "Pirates spent their lives seeking wealth and searching for lost treasure. Are you living in the past, pining away for what "used to be?" Is your existence all about money and material possessions? The pirate's message to you is to let go of the past and look toward the future - rid yourself of past burdens. Take the time to discover what your heart wants. No amount of money or material possessions will bring you forward to your soul's path."

Jacob is offering two messages here, Gemini. The first shows in the fact that he has his back to the first two cards. This means that he has decided not to heed their messages and to just try to move forward on his own. This decision has no clear picture, so all he can do is stand in one spot, "pretending" that he knows who he wants to be and where he is going. It is not his peg leg that makes people believe he is crippled, it is his refusal to acknowledge the wisdom he receives. The second message Jacob shares here is that you can find your "treasure" - your heart's passion - by looking at your childhood. Oftentimes, what brought extreme joy and pleasure in childhood is a precursor to your heart's passion. You need to discover this childhood passion and be ready to move forward when you discover it. In 2018, Gemini, there can be no more excuses. Let go of the past - anything that keeps you from finding that heart's passion. Understand that though what you discover might bring you money, you are not meant to pursue something just because you believe it will line your bank account. Your true, heart's path will be something that you can't wait to share with others and that you would gladly give to others for free. Don't worry though, Gemini, when you are on the right path, treasure of some sort always seems to come, but it's not always just in monetary form.

Your last card, Gemini, shows a man with long, wavy hair. He has bushy, pointed eyebrows. We can also see his ankles and feet clearly, but where is the rest of his body? In the original photo, this man is within a large rock and his feet are the only things that are separate from the rock. He is walking toward Jacob (the third card) which means the two cards are connected. The impression is an older man speaking to a young boy, but let's flip the card and see what this Wee Folk's message is for you.

His name is Opine and his subject matter is "The In Between". He says: "The world, as you see it, appears solid, but this is an illusion. If you understand the true nature of reality, you would have no difficulty accepting change. For, in fact, your thoughts create change. You appear to live in a solid world and in a world created in your mind, so you actually exist "in between". If there is something you are dissatisfied with, you are not helpless. You are capable of changing the "state" of things by understanding their dual position."

Opine is very clearly telling you, Gemini, that nothing is written in stone, nothing is impossible, and that you can create whatever life you want to create for yourself. However, if you have it in your mind that you can change nothing, then you will get exactly what you expect and nothing will change. You don't want to remain stagnant or standing still as Jacob is and spend your life "pretending" to be something or someone you are not. When you discover your heart's passion, you cannot be afraid of what "might" be or what "might" happen or where it "might" lead you because nothing is ever exactly as it seems.

So, Gemini, the gist of 2018 is to create the life you want by looking back to your childhood to discover what you are truly meant to be doing. When you find it, put your all into it - study what you need to study, follow the signs, find people who are passionate too, etc. When you take this course of action, feeling lost and confused about who you are or where you're meant to be will be a thing of the past and you won't feel the need to hide away anymore. In fact, your heart will be so passionate about what you have discovered that you'll want to shout it from the rooftops! Happy New Year, Gemini!

2018 TAURUS FORECAST

This is the 2018 Taurus Forecast done using the Wee Folk Toracles deck. If you prefer, you can listen to this forecast on my YouTube channel at https://youtu.be/CRfQ1yxCbzM  If you want to check out the Wee Folk Toracles deck for yourself, go to my website at www.landofweefolk.com

The first card, Taurus, shows a woman walking toward the left, treading carefully toward what appears to be nowhere as there are no cards to the left of her. She is dressed either like a nun or a woman from medieval times with a long dress and a veil covering her entire head. All around her is green and her dress and veil are green as well. The impression is that she is hiding from something, blending in with her coloring and obscuring her face with the veil, but she is having a difficult time hiding because she is also glowing with light from head to toe. This is what made her stand out in the original photograph. Let's flip over the card and see what she has to share with you.

Her name is Oyen and her subject matter is "The Light Bringer". She says:

"Light is a  high vibration. It is cheerful, bubbly, humble, the life of the party, serene and beautiful. Perhaps you know someone who can light up a room. Perhaps you are this person. A light bringer is brought to you when life gets tough though they may not seem to have all the qualities listed. Wisdom comes in many forms and is usually accompanied by light. Trust that however the light bringer comes, you will want to be open to what they have to offer - light, love, and a new perspective."

Oyen is telling you, Taurus, that you have something special. Perhaps this is a special wisdom or a unique ability to make others feel good about themselves or a way of helping people see the "other side of the coin." For some reason, you seem to want to hide this special part of you - just wanting to be left alone - but people find you anyway because of the light you subconsciously seem to emanate. The harder you try to hide, the more people seem to find you. This "light bringer" aspect of you has been with you for a long time. This means it is engrained in you through past lives (past energy) when you lived as a nun bringing love, compassion, and solace to others. This was also the case when you lived in Medieval times (as a woman) and fought for a cause that you felt was unjust that had to do with people of lesser means. Chances are, your hesitation of allowing this part of yourself to come forward now is due to having been punished somehow in these past lives. These memories are carried within your subconscious mind and, often, bring reactions to certain things that we cannot explain. In this case, it is stopping you from being the "light bringer" you are meant to be. Oyen is telling you to open up to this special gift and to let it come forth in all its glory.

The second card shows what might be considered a Gremlin. He is very small, sitting on a branch. One pointed ear can be seen, one leg, and he has a glow around him as well. There is what appears to be a white wing coming from his back, but this is an illusion. In the original photograph, this was part of the branch he is sitting on. He is facing Oyen (from the first card) and his mouth is open as though shouting at her. He appears to be either really angry or frustrated because he is so small and it is difficult to project his voice loud enough to be heard. Let's flip over the card and find out who he is and what he has to say.

His name is Hallow and his subject matter is "The Imp". He says:

"Within each one of us is an imp. Its nature is fun loving, harmless, a jokester, and the secretive and mysterious smile. In young children, unfettered by society rules, the imp can be clearly seen. In adults, the imp is invisible in most - hazy and slightly noticeable in a few. The imp is the joy of innocence and fun - needed for the adult to see clearly as they saw as children. The imp, or inner child, is needed to keep the heart young. After all, laughter is the best medicine,yes?"

Hallow is offering you a way to work with your "light bringer" energy. Perhaps, in your attempt to hide your special talent, you have put out a persona of gruffness and lack of caring even though that is not truly how you wish to be or what you want to show others. Perhaps you are worried that if you bring out the "light bringer" side of you, people might look at you in a less than desirable way even if what you are sharing is enlightenment. Once in a while, your wisdom will slip out and your light will shine through, but then you feel the need to somehow cover up what you've just said or done, switching gears quickly and becoming the Gremlin. Hallow is telling you to bring forth the innocence you had as a child, so you can remember what it was like to have fun and how good it felt to help and be acknowledged by other people. For children, this is as natural as breathing. Their hearts are wide open and full. Let your "imp" come out to play. When you do, you will feel lighter, your heart will begin to heal, and you will begin to embrace the "light bringer" part of you.

The third card is quite dark, but dark does not necessarily mean bad or negative. Sometimes it just means the opposite of "light" or "difficulty seeing". Within this card is a very unique tribal type mask. At first glance, it is eerie looking, but in closer examination, it is amazing to see the work that went into creating such a beautiful piece. This mask is surrounded by darkness, but there are parts of it that glow, almost as though it is slowly coming to life. Let's flip the card over and see what this Wee Folk has to say.

His name is Rathorn and his subject matter is "The Mask". He says:

"In the world, as you know it, everyone wears a mask. This mask hides fear. Fear that others will not accept you if they see who you really are. The mask, however, is pointless. It is impossible to hide your true self from anyone as we are all a part of one another and of something much bigger. If you remove your mask, would you recognize yourself? Perhaps it is time to allow your authentic self to be seen. you will love the 'new' you."

Rathorn's message to you, Taurus, is quite clear and flows along with the messages given by Oyen and Hallow. Like everyone, you have created your "mask", building it out with intricate detail and making it an amazing piece of artwork. This "artwork" is what you allow others to see. However, this "mask" is just that - a piece of art. It has parts of the real you and these parts are what glow, but the rest of it is hiding who you really are. You are comfortable within it, but it is hiding the "light bringer" that you are which is why you see this gorgeous tribal mask so unclearly in the darkness of this card. Rathorn is urging you to take this mask off and embrace your true, authentic self. He's also letting you know that taking your mask off would not be as much of a shock to others as you might think because they know, on a soul level, who you really are anyway. They are just waiting patiently for you to emerge.

The last card, Taurus, shows another unique being. In the original photo she stands high up in the trees, very solid, and sure of her footing. She wears a gold head band attached to a kind of helmet and appears to be dressed similar to a "super hero", yet this doesn't appear to be clothing that can be removed - it is a part of her. She is very clearly looking at Rathorn with a no nonsense type stance and no fear and seems to be almost challenging him. Let's flip the card over and see what she has to share with you.

Her name is Tapay and her subject matter is "The Warrior". She says:

"To give yourself to others is noble. Do not mistake being a giving person with someone who saves nothing of themself for themself. When giving is taken for granted, exhausting the giver, the warrior must be allowed to come forth. This warrior is strong - yet kind, firm- yet understanding and, if allowed, can bring the giving of the self back to a healthy perspective. The warrior listens to the heart to make an informed decision whether to say yes or no. The warrior's heart speaks true."

Taurus, what Tapay is offering you here is an answer to the question that may have formed in your mind as you considered Rathorn's suggestion to remove your mask, Hallow's suggestion to bring forth the faith of your inner child, and Oyen's recognition of you as a light bringer. Your fear may be that others will take advantage of you and you will find yourself trapped in a place you don't wish to be. Tapay is offering you balance. You can be certain that when you remove your mask, you will be on firm footing and that you will be protected by your natural armor. This armor, of course, is metaphorical, but still powerful. You would not have been given the gift of a "light bringer" if you were not able to handle what comes your way. You have the warrior within you - it is the part of you that can discern what causes to accept and what causes to let go. It is the part of you that knows when you are being taken advantage of and when you know that you have given too much and need rest. This warrior part of you knows how to be tactful, yet firm when others are asking too much of you and the energy exchange is not equal. Tapay is challenging you to remove your mask and become that true, authentic self.

So, Taurus, 2018 is going to be an amazing year for you if you are willing to accept what the Wee Folk have shared here. Recognize and trust the warrior in you to protect you when you remove your mask and allow others to see your true, authentic self. Go forth with the faith and love of a child and allow others to see and feel the wonderful gift you have to offer as "light bringer". Share your special gifts with the world! It's time. Happy New Year, Taurus!