Welcome the First Harvest!

Rabbit Rabbit! It’s a new month!

August marks the first harvest. What are you welcoming in to your life? In This Issue Welcome the First Harvest! The Week in Review Tarot Classes and Parties in Christiana’s Conference Room! Three Cards for August Abundance Have a Reading, Take a Class or Host a Party on my Final Northeastern Tour of 2018 Upcoming Events About Christiana Welcome the First Harvest!   August is here! As a child I greeted the first day of August with mixed emotions; happy to have a month of sunny weather, beach days and Pocono Mountain vacation in store for me, and also knowing that the dreaded winter and a new school year lay in wait just around the corner.   Now, a new month offers me more than a chance to pay another round of bills – each new month offers a fresh start and a new perspective.   Many people great a new month with phrases like "Rabbit Rabbit" or "Pinch Punch" to bring luck into the month, or at least to ward away bad luck.   There are more effective ceremonies to set the energy for a great month. A tarot reading, for example, is a great way to gain focus and set goals for the month.   August First is a special date because it is equidistant between the Summer Solstice and the Autumnal Equinox. In many cultures, August First is celebrated as the first harvest of the year.   The term 'summer harvest' holds that same August dichotomy for me – on one hand we are enjoying the long summer days, but on the other, we are preparing for winter.   Yet, August First offers us the opportunity to ask ourselves, not only what we want to manifest for this upcoming month, but also what we want to harvest in our lives.   Now is a good time to think about the hard work you have done recently and consider your accomplishments. What harvest are you creating for yourself? Is there a particular goal you would like to dedicate yourself to this month?   How will you squeeze the most out of these last few weeks of summer, and still prepare for the winter ahead?   Welcome the abundant August energy into your life, and harness it to ignite your inspiration for the rest of the year ahead!   The Week in Review   If you missed Global Tarot Circle last night, you can watch it in archive on YouTube!   I shared a lengthy blogpost this week of interest to all tarotists. Read "Hard Tarot Truths: The Death Card, Death, What We Sometimes Don't See, and What it all Means"   From Hazellie Wong at Myna's Moon, here is a post about how to celebrate the festival of Lughnasa this week, and a tarot spread to go along with it!   August First is also the birthday of Jerry Garcia. In many places the first week of August is celebrated as "Jerry Week". You can celebrate tonight at the annual "Grateful Dead Meet Up at the Movies!"   Check out Labyrinthos, a website with some interesting new tarot decks, tarot information and study opportunities.   Do you keep a tarot journal? On Daily Om, here is some inspiration from author Corrine Kenner.   Tarot Classes and Parties in Christiana’s Conference Room!   This August brings two tarot classes to my new conference room in my office suite in Palm City!   On Wednesday, August 8th at 7 pm I am offering an updated version of my popular presentation “An Evening with the Tarot: Art, History and Culture”. This is a great class for anyone interested in tarot, from beginner to professional.   This class is a free and informal event. Bring a snack and/or beverage to share if you like.   On Sunday, August 19th at 4 pm I am offering “Tarot Basics and Beyond”. This is a foundational tarot class perfect for beginners, and for those who want to refresh or expand their knowledge.   Class size is limited to eight students. Class fee is $30. You must pay in advance to register, so sign up now!   Each month you can expect exciting free and premium events in my new conference room.   You can even use the conference room for a tarot party! Simply gather your friends and give me a call at 561-655-1160. You and each of your friends can enjoy a reading in the privacy of my reading room while everyone enjoys conversation, snacks, beverages and tunes in the conference room!   Three Cards for August Abundance   There are so many ways to use tarot to set the tone for a great new month. You can design a spread based on things you know you are anticipating for the month ahead. Or, you could simply pull one card for each week of the month to see what energies will be at play and available to you.   Here is a three-card spread I designed specifically to perform in the first week of August to help us gather our harvest, enjoy the sunshine and prepare for winter.   You can use tarot, or any oracle deck for this spread.   Think of a particular goal you are working towards – something you want to 'harvest' in your life. Hold that goal in your mind as you do this reading.   Card 1: What you must do or consider this month to manifest your goal or reap your harvest.   Card 2: What you must do to make the most of the opportunities of the remaining summer days.   Card 3: What you must do to prepare for the coming winter months.   You might decide to meditate on these cards and journal on them. When the end of August approaches, consider these cards again to determine how their energies have been present throughout the month, and how you acted on their advice.   Have a Reading, Take a Class or Host a Party on my Final Northeastern Tour of 2018   My Northeastern Tarot Tour starts in Madison, CT on Thursday, September 6.   On the 7th and 8th I will be available for readings on the Upper East Side of Manhattan.   Until I fly back to Florida on September 19th I will be available for private readings by appointment at True Bikram Yoga in Madison, and for house calls and parties in Connecticut, Massachusetts and Rhode Island.   To book your appointment or party, call or text 561-655-1160.   I am also excited to announce that I will be teaching two classes while I am in Connecticut.   On Sunday, September 9th at 7 pm I will be teaching "Tarot and the Four Elements" at True Bikram Yoga in New Haven.   On Sunday, September 16th I will be co-teaching with studio owner Robin Brace at 7 pm at True Bikram Yoga in Madison. Our topic will be "Oils for Intuition and Manifestation". We will be working with essential oils to enhance psychic ability and ability to manifest our dreams and desires.   Save these dates – you will soon be able to reserve your seats on the True Bikram website. I will share that link in the next newsletter!   Of course, while I am traveling I will still be available for readings by Skype, phone, Messenger and FaceTime.   If you would like to see me in Palm City, Florida, I will be available for appointments prior to September 5 and after September 20.   Upcoming Events   Wednesday, August 8, 7 pm Free Class! An Evening with the Tarot: Art, History and Culture Christiana’s Conference Room 1025 SW Martin Downs Blvd, Suite 203, Palm City   Whether you are an adept tarotist or simply curious, you are guaranteed to learn something that surprises you at this exciting lecture! Be in the audience for the first presentation of this newly updated lecture that has captivated hundreds of attendees at events throughout Florida.   Feel free to bring your own tarot decks to participate in some hands-on exploration of the tarot symbols and images.   Admission is free, please bring a snack and/or beverage to share if you are able. Call 561-655-1160 for more information.     Sunday, August 19, 4 pm Special Class! Tarot Basics and Beyond Christiana’s Conference Room   In this class, tarot beginners will get a basic overview of tarot structure, traditions and techniques, and will be introduced to the twenty-two cards of the Major Arcana.   Experienced tarotists will get not only a refresher, but a new understanding and perspective of both the cards and techniques for reading.   This is the first in an ongoing series of tarot classes designed to offer foundational tarot knowledge for spiritual seekers, curious explorers and dedicated diviners.   Class size limited to eight people. Class fee $30, payable on my website or by calling 561-655-1160. You must be prepaid to reserve your seat.     Sunday, August 26, 4 pm Tarot Meetup: Cards and Conversation Panera Bread 2894 Town Center Way, Palm City   Join our tarot meetup for fun, food and fellowship as we share readings and tarot exploration together.     Wednesday, August 29, 7 pm Global Tarot Circle on Facebook Live   Join me on my Facebook business page for an hour of readings and study with tarot friends from around the world.   About Christiana   Card & Craft, Inc. Christiana Gaudet 1025 SW Martins Downs Blvd. Suite 203 Palm City, FL 34990   Private telephone, Skype, FaceTime and in person readings and instruction are available by appointment. Tarot parties at your home or office are available throughout Florida.    Call toll free 866-99TAROT (866-998-2768), Palm City 772-207-1852 or text or call 561-655-1160 for more information or to schedule your event. Agent inquiries are welcome. 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