Best in Oracle 2013

Picking a number of favorite oracles is a bit harder for me. The tarot is easy because it is so cut and dried in my mind. I guess that is because at its base level, every tarot deck is the same. It is the theme that is different. But when it comes to oracles, variety is the spice of life.

ASCENDED MASTERS by Doreen Virtue

Yes, this is a must for any collection. It can be used as a simple "what ascended master is working with me today" or as a general message. It is a very versatile deck and a definite winner in my book.

Oracle of Shadows and Light

ORACLE OF SHADOWS AND LIGHT by Lucy Cavandish

At first this deck may seem a bit scary due to the name but it is really a great deck that gets to the point when you are doing a reading

ORACLE OF THE SHAPESHIFTERS by Lucy Cavandish

Just like it's sister deck, this is a must have in any oracle collection. I find so much ancient knowledge flow forth from this deck that it isn't funny. Just one awesome message after another. Get this one!

INDIGO ANGELS by Doreen Virtue

I didn't know if I was going to be able to read with this deck when I got it, but slowly it opened me up and suddenly I was able to get great readings from it. Just an awesome deck. Gentle, loving messages.

Messages from Your Angels

ARCHANGEL ORACLE

DAILY GUIDANCE FROM YOUR ANGELS

MESSAGES FROM YOUR ANGELS

What can you say about these angel decks. Just so resonating and so fantastic. The first two angel decks depicted here were a few of the first ones I ever owned before I knew what oracle reading was all about. They are so fun to use and get messages from. If you get any deck and are uncertain, try one of these three. So awesome. Must haves!

ORACLE OF THE DRAGONFAE by Lucy Cavandish

What can I say, another Lucy deck, yes I am obsessed. But they are just SO GOOD! The messages here in are so ancient knowledge-ish and so earthy that you can't help but find awesome guidance in this deck.

Angels of Atlantis
oracle

ANGELS OF ATLANTIS ORACLE by Stewart Pierce

This is an oracle that is easy to love. It is easy to use and interpret even if you don't exactly know what ancient monuments are depicted on the cards. So high vibrational and awesome. Get this deck too!

DIVINE GUIDANCE ORACLE

PATH OF THE SOUL ORACLE

RETURN TO SPIRIT ORACLE by Cheryl Lee Harnish

I have had a number of people mention to me how high vibrational these decks are. And when I use them I like to use the book provided because Chery's insights are so amazing. Lots of positive energy in these cards.

Archangel Michael oracle

ARCHANGEL MICHAEL ORACLE by Doreen Virtue

I resisted getting this oracle. Back when I first started reading I was sure that AA Michael had totally ignored me. I never really felt his presence or guidance. But once I did get this deck, it totally opened my eyes to the awesomeness of AA Michael and the other angelics out there.

SPIRIT WHEEL MEDITATION DECK

GODDESS ORACLE

by U.S. Games Systems, Inc.

These are a bit on the scary side since they are so geared toward a certain genre but I found these two decks to be the most resonating and gave the best messages this year. You have to get these decks if you are a true oracle-aholic or if you just want the native american vibe or goddess energy!

ENCHANTED MAP 

WISDOM OF THE HIDDEN REALM

WISDOM OF AVALON by Colette Baron Reid

If you have not used an oracle by Colette Baron Reid, then now is the time. These decks are really successful at getting to the heart of the matter where guidance is concerned. So great and the deck themes really resonate with me.

One Deck I Did Not Resonate With:

UNIVERSAL WISDOM ORACLE by Blue Angel Publishing

I am not sure why I couldn't resonate with this deck, but I had a heck of a time getting connected to it. I had it as an app on my iPod for awhile but it was the first one I deleted due to a need of space because I knew I wasn't using it. I am so sorry to say that this deck was just not for me.

Best in Tarot 2013

I have used quite a number of tarot decks this year and have loved nearly all of them, but there are a few that really stood out to me in 2013.

LEGACY OF THE DIVINE TAROT

This is a great deck. Its images really speak to you about the true meaning of the card. But many of the court cards, like Knight and Page are harder to interpret.

STEAMPUNK TAROT by Barbara Moore

This has been my go-to deck for most the year. I just love the amber tones of the cards, I love the steampunk image and it is just an overall wonderful deck. A must have in your collection, in my humble opinion.

STEAMPUNK TAROT by John and Catlin Matthews

This deck, as with other John Matthews decks is wonderfully expressive. Many of the majors have been renamed and all the suits are different than the norm, but there is just something so unique and wonderful about this deck that I just love, love, love.

BLEU CATS TAROT

This is a newer deck for me. I am in love with the feel of these cards. They are unlike the stock of any other deck. And although the suits have been changed to reflect the theme of the deck, it is easy to figure out once you know what element each suit is comprised of.

TAROT OF THE HIDDEN REALMS 

I am just so much a fan of the artwork of this deck. I want to plaster it all over my walls. The artwork is just 'that' wonderful and fantastic. And this deck gives the most accurate readings of any deck I currently have. It is spooky accurate. So if you really want a beautiful deck that delivers the messages of truth, this is for you.

ANGEL TAROT by Doreen Virtue

I love everything about this tarot except how thick it is and the huge mass of the deck. It is incredibly hard to shuffle and awkward but it is still a great deck. It has loving messages that bring forth true divine guidance. But I wish that there was a mention in the book of what major card it is when they have chosen to rename the majors.

WITCHES TAROT by Ellen Dugan

I am a big fan of this deck. It is totally nature and naturally based energy in this deck. I love the images. I know some don't prefer the photshopped images, but I really am digging this deck. It is another must have in your collection.

WIZARDS TAROT

I was challenged this last year to do a week or two of just one tarot deck. And although definitely challenging, it really opened me up to the wisdom of the Wizards deck. If you love Harry Potter, then this deck is something you definitely want to check out.

Fun Deck of the Year

GUMMY BEAR TAROT

I get a kick out of this tiny deck. It is so fun and fantastic. It is a revision of the Rider Waite deck but it is very gentle and delicate. Check this one out if you can

Runner-up Fun Deck of the Year

VANESSA TAROT

This is like the Barbie Dream version of Tarot cards. Each card depicts an image of a cool and attractive cartoonish gal who is quite fun and exciting or daring and adventurous. It is a very cool and small deck that is a great add to any collection.

These are my favorites of 2013. 

What are yours?

Releasing restriction

Today I am using cards from Legacy of a Divine Tarot and the Oracle of the Dragonfae. Many of these messages have come out in other readings lately but I thought it was important to reiterate this.

Shadow Card - (Underlying theme of the reading) 8 of Wands

I am not one who always reveals the shadow card because I don't think it's necessary but today I made an exception. The 8 of Wands is all about creative, moving energy. I like to call it the "woo woo woo" card. It can either that you're going to be really busy with a lot of balls in the air or you will receive a very important message from afar. I really feel it's the latter meaning considering other readings I've done recently. This will concern an important message from God concerning your destiny or maybe you'll get a great insight that really pushes you forward in the new year.

Past Position - 8 of Swords

To me, this means that in the past you've had restriction in your life. And it's not been restriction from others but from you restricting yourself. You've been listening to these phantom voices in your head that sound suspiciously like your parents telling you not to do this, not to do that, stay safe. You've gotten really good at anticipating what your parents might tell you and really don't need their guidance since it is all in your head. Stop listening to this phantom guidance. Get your guidance from inside you. Get yourself up off that web of restriction and free yourself. it's time to move forward in life and the new year is a perfect time.

Present Position - 9 of Cups

This tells me that you've been successful at releasing yourself from restriction and are now basking in the glow of some major abundance and happiness. This is the Wish Card. And you can have your fondest desire. Make an intention this year to have what you really want. Golden energy is above you. Central Sun energy maybe. This is a great thing to connect to this year. The bird reminds me of a parrot and now like a parrot you can speak up and not restrict yourself from giving your opinion like you may have done in the past. You matter. Your opinion matters... especially to people you are meant to serve this year.

Future Positions: King of Cups and Queen of Swords

To me, this is like a marriage of energies. We are really mastering our emotions and healing fears we've had from really revealing our feelings to others. And the Queen of Swords speaks about boundaries and how setting them and not letting others take advantage of your kindness really can assist you in your life.

And it all leads to...

Outcome - Death Card

This is always revealing a big change. It is where things won't be the same again. Maybe you lose your job in order to bring in the more fulfilling one. Or maybe you break up with your significant other in order to attract the person you were really supposed to be with all along. Whatever it is, it is... BIG!

Tatsuya - Dragonfae Oracle card

Take Courage

To me, this is saying that you really need to grow a spine where your creative vision is concerned. You've put it off long enough. Time to drag it out of the dark and work on it again. Take heed that the things that are currently coming against you, your challenges, are really assisting you even if it doesn't feel that way. When things fall apart, you will rebuild anew and things in your life will be better than ever.

My Take...

The restriction we've received in the past was of our own making. But we've released much of this restriction and are reveling in our abundance. We are accepting our need to not focus on the fear but instead on what fulfills us. And we are learning to keep those boundaries strong. Because of all of this a big change is coming that will force us to focus on our vision and our bliss more and more and in turn give  us the courage to be faithful to what we desire to work on in the world.

Christmas Reading

Something has caused us to see the negative side of things instead of the sunny, uplifting side. Look to the good. Look for the good and wonderful things in your life. Put your focus on that. Deal with the negative but don't worry. Don't fret and if you do you will bring more of the good and positive into your life. 

Blessings. 

Messages from the Flowers

I pulled some cards from the Flower Therapy oracle for you all. 

World Energy

Agapanthus
The earth is going through a transition of energy and your sensitive body is feeling it. You are not alone. Accept help from others

Communicate with your angels

Bird-of-paradise
You have the ability to connect with the beings of love who surround you. Communicate with your angels and deliver their healing messages to others

Emotional Healing

Bleeding heart

It's safe for you to let go of emotional pain. By doing so you allow your heart to mens.

This card was stuck to the angel card and I pried them apart. So maybe communicating with your angels will help you resolve emotional pain. Even earth angels as well.

The Time Is Now. Look At You Now, Baby

I, unfortunately, have been neglecting my blog as of late and since I am taking a mini Christmas hiatus from video readings, I am going to periodically post a reading on my blog during this time.

Today's cards come from the Vanessa Tarot and the Life Purpose Oracle. Life Purpose in general seems to be on the leading edge of everything lately. So, I thought this deck would be the perfect fit for today.

Books

This is a reminder to get back into reading. Maybe you've been neglecting this love as of late, but you are requested to pick it up again. Plus, there is something significant you are going to pick up inside the pages of a book -- one that calls out to you. Or maybe you need to finally write that book you've been contemplating.

9 of Wands

Usually the person depicted on this card has had a hard time, been tested, tossed up and bruised but still stands at his post vigilantly waiting for the next sling or arrow. But this gal has the sun shining (success), a heart shaped face and is clothed in Egyptian garb. This is showing you that, yes, you went through a lot. I mean A LOT. But look at you now, baby! You're glowing. You're excited. You're ready to take on the world and nothing is going to stop you now.

Oracle Cards

This is saying that if you feel you need guidance and are not getting the answers you seek through watching videos, then get a pack of oracle cards, the ones that resonate with you, and start divining the answers for yourself. You have the talent inside you.

The Chariot

Movement forward and pretty fast movement since the person depicted there within has a sports card. This reminds you to stay balanced and choose peace when driving full force into a situation. Triumph. Victory. You've begun embracing the obscure aspects of yourself and purging the negativity and look at you now, baby! (Yes, I had to repeat myself.)

This reading is showing a lot of standing out, standing in your power. Or maybe it is time for you to really do this.

Nutrition

I get a couple of different messages from this. First is about the foods you eat. Make them colorful and natural. The more processed gunk you eat, the more it gunks up your system and makes your intuition just suck. Second, the lady depicted here looks like she is in the midst of creating something. What do you need to create? that has to do with books and oracle cards, or divine inspiration? Got any ideas?

The Magician

This says you have all you need to move forward. You're ready. The time is now to do the real work... time to shine!

My Take...

Info you receive from a book or from an oracle card reading will help you to more stand in your power. It will help you get unstuck and moving again. The time to create is now. Now is the time. You have all the tools at your disposal.

P.S. You might want to find info in the lyrics of the song, "St. Elmo's Fire". It was running through my head as I was writing this blog.

Blessings.

Deck Review - Tarot of a Hidden Realm by Llewellyn Worldwide Publishing

The Tarot of a Hidden Realm was a deck that I was unsure if I wanted or would even resonate with. But when I opened the package, I knew this was going to be one of those special decks that you use on a consistent basis.

Just looking at each card and you barely can tear your eyes away from the beauty each card encompasses. They are truly little works of art. If I had a second deck, I would frame them and put them on my wall. Just wonderful, wonderful images that I  adore looking at every day. The art is by Julia Jeffrey and I don't know of another deck she has designed, but someone needs to snap her up fast. She is awesome at capturing the messages in each of the cards.

This deck does not subscribe to the traditional Rider Waite images and even though this is the case, I have found the images to really speak to exactly the situation I was doing the reading for. This is a truly inspiring deck. Just great. It may be a bit more advanced since it does not subscribe to the Rider Waite tradition but if you use this deck, you are definitely going to get the right answer to your question. I can't stop using it.

The Tarot of a Hidden Realm shares its name, somewhat, with a popular oracle card deck called Wisdom of the Hidden Realms. But the two couldn't be farther apart in description.

This deck comes with a good sized book and that is always the case with a Barbara Moore deck. Her books are awesome and just make card reading a joy. Sometimes even when I know the meaning I will look in the book just to see what insight the wonderful Moore has imparted to us. This is a book you will want to keep close in your tarot career. But all her tarot themed books are just joys to witness.

If you are on the fence about purchasing this deck, take the plunge. This deck is a keeper. It will become your go-to deck for sure.

If you are looking for an unusual deck that is very unique,stands out, and gives excellently accurate readings, then this deck is definitely for you. You can pick it up at Amazon.com or you can get it from Llewellyn Publishing's website at www.llewellyn.com.

NOTE:The Tarot of a Hidden Realm was sent to me gratis by Llewellyn Publishing but this review is honest and accurate for my own experiences.