Fire Seed of Fire: Resolve

"Fire Seed of Fire is the most primeval Element of all. Fire is a manifest archetype of creation, power, & birth. In the human sphere, Fire elicits 'burning passion' & aspiration for illumination. Fire Seed of Fire, is the alchemist's supreme tool & conundrum. Only by enthusiasm & resolve can a solution be reached. Resolve, dancing as a verb, allows you to solve the problem.", Dr. John Mumford, Magical Tattwas.

 Burning off the doubt, that life surrounds us with, when we begin to move more directly into our creative work. I allow more rest, gentle musing, and I forgive myself for the time I need. Fire Seed of Fire is my signature and work in this world. Fire Seed of Fire, Resolve. ~ Raven Su.Sane, Clarity.

Ether Seed of Water: Daring

"The Water element, as for all elements, is bounded by limitless space, the Ether. The current situation beckons you to courageously go outside your comfort zone, if inner growth is to be achieved.", Dr. John Mumford, Magical Tattwas.

Picking up all the pieces of the puzzlement of yesterday, and allowing them to become bold and resolve the orientation of today. Upside down, right side up, now I can read the script. Now I can Dare to be more of Me.  Ether Seed of Water, Daring. ~ Raven Su.Sane, Clarity.

 

Air Seed of Fire: Mutual Harmony

"Fire & Air are interdependent. Air fulfills itself by ever feeding Fire, & Fire is grateful. Success is contingent upon finding the bridge joining the enthusiastic doer with the idealistic conceiver. An initial phase of introspection will resolve into a condition of beneficial settlement.", Dr. John Mumford, Magical Tattwas.

This is the alchemy of our relationship, and the clarity it produces. It is powerful, and extremely rewarding, the potency of alchemy, when it resonates a full relationship of collaboration. We may not be known to the extent we need to be in this world, but we are known in many others. Air Seed of Fire, Mutual Harmony. ~ Raven su.Sane, Clarity.

Ether Seed of Earth: Gestation

"The Egg is well fertilized & has survived a prior testing phase. Soon the chick will break free & lay its own golden eggs, each a miniature Alembic. The current stress is actually a foreshadowing of successful futures.", Dr. John Mumford, Magical Tattwas.

Definitely feeling the cracking stress of the new egg, and comforted that it is a foreshadowing of a successful future. Feeling the edge of things, potent. Grateful. Ether Seed of Earth, Gestation. ~ Raven Su.Sane, Clarity.

Ether Seed of Fire: Incubation

 “A change is ensuing in which the flame is almost ready to reach across the abyss of space, on the back of the wind. Allowing yourself more freedom, extroversion, entertainment, & self-expression will assist your plan to be 'hatched out' of the Cosmic Egg (Ether).", Dr. John Mumford, Magical Tattwas.

We have all been waiting to see what the Cosmic Alchemical Egg will be. Today it is beginning to hatch out, and create a motionary evolvement in my life, and many others, and this will create a lift under my feet. Speak up little chick, and tell me more. Ether Seed of Fire, Incubation. ~ Raven Su.Sane, Clarity.

Air Seed of Air: Supernal Nurturer

 "Air feeds Fire, sparkles Water, & nourishes Earth. Air is a Jacob's two-way ladder, from above to below & below to above. The present situation requires a conscious two-way stretch. Become like Janus, the Roman god of the New Year, who looks both back & forward, simultaneously. The future grows out of the present, which in turn, is a product of the past.", Dr. John Mumford, Magical Tattwas.

Coming into an easier curve, the harshness of corners is rounded by Air, the Air, perseverance, the Air of watery existence. Air calms the navigation until it is smooth. Air, my partner, Supernal Nurturer. Air Seed of Air, Supernal Nurturer. ~ Raven Su.Sane, Clarity.

Fire Seed of Water: Vaporization

"This is the time to progress through extroverted self-expression coupled with reaching out & engaging other people in a cooperative endeavor that suits your plans, but will be beneficial to others. Thoroughly mix Fiery Water with equal amounts of Watery Fire; such a conjunction bodes well for all undertakings.", Dr. John Mumford, Magical Tattwas. 

Building the next new Flipbook today. Sitting onto the Ethers words and pictures, collages, and small snips to accommodate and accompany the writings in our new Flipbook, 'Looking Deeply Into The Pitch Of She We Linger'. Fire Seed of Water, Vaporization. ~ Raven Su.Sane, Clarity.

Ether Seed of Ether (Space): Rebirth

Space (Ether) is always pregnant with freedom & possibilities of fresh starts & new approaches. Ether Seed of Ether always forecasts an optimum period for dramatic shifts in regards to persons, places, or things. The theme now is change, fresh starts, renewal, expansion of business or personal pursuits, rebirth, travel, rejuvenation, & regeneration.", Dr. John Mumford, Magical Tattwas. 

Accepting Space as part of my point of reference, I now dip into the deep waters of acceptance, and then allow the Ethers to rise, so I can mark a Space that regenerates me. Ether Seed of Ether (Space), Rebirth. ~ Raven Su.Sane, Clarity.

Water Seed of Earth Alliances

"Water nourishes Earth & Earth is Water's chalice. Water & Earth are lovers. Do not defer or delay; it is appropriate to move from the subjective world to the objective world of concretely instigating. It is 'on the cards' & 'in the cards' as an auspicious time favoring an unexpected relationship developing.", Dr. John Mumford, Magical Tattwas.

In this alchemical process I put out my foot to trip myself, so that I step back and make room for alliance in my life, in my dreams, and in my moving forward. Stepping back to wait for what will now partner us in the future. Water Seed of Earth, Alliances. ~ Raven Su.Sane. Clarity.

Fire Seed of Air: Perseverance

"Fire & Air are natural friends & mutually interdependent. Air vitalizes & vivifies Fire, encouraging Fire to burn ever brighter & the children, flames, to leap higher. Patience & perseverance will result in a beneficial settlement. Stick-ability can be more important than ability.", Dr. John Mumford, Magical Tattwas.

Awakening to a measure of relief, perseverance, an endearing quality that has run through the alchemy of my creative life. Robert & I know what it feels like, tastes, and the necessity held within the code of success. It builds our bones strong, so the rattle can speak the Oracle of our future. Rattling the bones of my future, I cast perseverance as my boat of self-reliance. Fire Seed of Air, Perseverance. ~ Raven Su.Sane, Clarity.

Water Seed of Water: Diplomacy

"Water, sometimes described as the universal solvent, is the feminine power of cooperation opposed to masculine competition. All Water (liquid) flows, washes, adapts, & brings nurturing respite to the arid wastelands of our lives. This fluid mobility is the essence of adjusting to the ever-changing circumstances we experience,", Dr. John Mumford, Magical Tattwas.

 Where is the flow? My body, needing to sit in its own truth of sweetness, clarity, needs time today to sit and flow, walk and flow, and take in the wholeness of who I truly am. Alchemy, always showing me the power of flow and Water. Today I will only move where the flow is. Water Seed of Water, Diplomacy. ~ Raven Su.Sane, Clarity.

Earth Seed of Earth Foundation

 "The signal of this card is Start. New beginnings bring a fresh start. Mother Earth is the womb from which all our creations & projects can be born, for Terra Firma provides a secure foundation which, if carefully tended, can support a crop of projects.", Dr. John Mumford, Magical Tattwas

Definitely walking, then moving foundational reorganization into practice. Alchemy being the force that occupies us this morning. Earth Seed of Earth, Foundation. ~ Raven Su.Sane, Clarity.

Air Seed of Fire: Mutual Harmony

"Fire & Air are interdependent. Air fulfills itself by ever feeding Fire, & Fire is grateful. Success is contingent upon finding the bridge joining the enthusiastic doer with the idealistic conceiver. An initial phase of introspection will resolve into a condition of beneficial settlement.", Dr. John Mumford, Magical Tattwas. 

To achieve this mutual harmony, there is a much deeper stretch needed. I have to stretch deep into my creative work, at the same time stretch deeply into my body and emotional work. To work together each day as Fire and Air, we do it all together, so the answer is to widen the scope, and allow more meaning to be in every moment in Time. Air Seed of Fire, Mutual Harmony. ~ Raven Su.Sane, Clarity.

 

Earth Seed of Fire: Potential

 "Start, & emphasize creativity. Deep within the mountain is the alchemist's furnace containing the flame of your vision; the fire radiates the warmth that can germinate the seed of your aspiration. Be creative, original & innovative with what is right there now. It is not what you have, but how you use what you have.", Dr. John Mumford, Magical Tattwas.

Up earlier than I expected, but later than I thought. Posting myself out to where I have, so I can create right here what I need, a bigger and more unlimited $5 stamp. Earth Seed of Fire, Potential. ~ Raven Su.Sane, Clarity.

Air Seed of Water: Calm

"Air & Water are neither friends nor enemies; they are neutral. Perseverance preserves what you have already established & permits the cycle to roll-over into new opportunities.", Dr. John Mumford, Magical Tattwas.

 Sitting in the Calm of what Time gives, I begin to rotate the manner in which I enter. Accepting the importance in everything I feel and do, I establish a point of reference for the day that includes me as a vital essence. Air Seed of Water, Calm. ~ Raven Su.Sane, Clarity.

Earth Seed of Ether: Renewal

"A wrapping up of the past with the present is necessary for advancement & the sight of new horizons. The bitter with the sweet, highs & lows, peaks & valleys, all coagulate at this time enabling personal integration & growth.", Dr. John Mumford, Magical Tattwas.

For me today, this alchemical position is about wrapping creatively my old perspectives, hearing them out, closing the door, and allowing new perspectives to fill the room I reside in, multiplying my Perspective Will that moves into a more profound black and white conversation. Earth Seed Ether, Renewal. ~ Raven Su.Sane, Clarity.

Ether Seed of Air: Logos, The Word

"A successful change of heart, circumstances, place, or perspective upon paying attention to details & planning carefully. It is necessary to sense your heart, listen to your feelings, & speak from deep inside. When the head occludes the heart, intuition (inner tutor) is smothered. A window of opportunity is opening, the chance to make a fresh start., Dr. John Mumford, Magical Tattwas.

 Changing my mind came all apart in my dream, I was a small being in a world of all the things I love. I was the thread, the word, the silk, the fibers, the buttons, the poetry moving and moving, exploring and feeling. Robert and I were part of the breath of that world, and I woke up with a new perspective of the alchemy of the layers of living inside the Word. Ether Seed of Air, Logos, The Word. ~ Raven Su.Sane, Clarity.

Earth Seed of Earth: Foundation

"Earth Seed of Earth is the terminus of the involutionary chain & therefore the commencement point of the evolutionary chain, climbing back to the stars. The signal of this card is Start. New beginnings bring a fresh start. Mother Earth is the womb from which all our creations & projects can be born, for Terra Firma provides a secure foundation which, if carefully tended, can support a crop of projects.", Dr. John Mumford, Magical Tattwas.

Sitting with the elements of Metal, I take in the deep core of Earth, Gold, Copper, Silver, Bronze, Brass, and Tin. there I remember Earth, and melt down into her core. Fire once found Home deeply marked by my own creative fire, I speak Metal, Copper, foundation. Earth Seed of Earth, Foundation. ~ Raven Su.Sane, Clarity.

Air Seed of Water: Calm

"Air & Water are neither friends nor enemies; they are neutral. Perseverance preserves what you have already established & permits the cycle to roll-over into new opportunities.", Dr. John Mumford, Magical Tattwas.

 Allowing the Calm to fill me, and its character of need to wash through me. Opening and washing through spaces that did not allow the Calm to soothe me and help the cycle of need to roll-over, and fill me with Calm, allowance, and possession. Air Seed of Water, Calm. ~ Raven Su.Sane, Clarity.

Water Seed of Ether: Synergy

"Water Seed of Ether, presages a coming cycle of enthusiasm followed by a temporary plateau (allowing recuperation & regrouping) & then a sudden growth spurt, ending with a conclusive settlement. Efforts should be redirected towards building solid bridges of communication & empathy.", Dr. John Mumford, Magical Tattwas.

Solid bridges of empathy take intentional time, and some days I feel so pushed to skip over these bridges, but in essence they are what builds the future. I must breathe in deeply and be grateful for them. Do not be pushed out of your nest too soon. Water Seed of Ether, Synergy.  Raven Su.Sane, Clarity. 

Air Seed of Earth: Squaring the Circle

"'Squaring the Circle' is the mental alchemical process of transferring an Airy concept from the mental plane to the physical dimension, so the objective conception & birth become a demonstrative reality.", Dr. John Mumford, Magical Tattwas.

Gathering in closer my fibers of Listening, I begin to accelerate the corners of the Square, creating a larger perspective that fields out any blocks, so that I can move forward with Clarity. Air Seed of Earth, Squaring the Circle. ~ Raven Su.Sane, Clarity.

Water Seed of Air: Effervescence

"Water Seed of Air, can be an effervescent combination. You must be fully aware of the potential in the moment & take advantage of the 'sparkling' nature. Nothing is as infectious as enthusiasm, & now is the time to prove it. Take a lesson from the fact that so few people are willing to exert themselves in an outgoing, lively way.", Dr. John Mumford, Magical Tattwas.

This is so true, I've often felt that maybe I'm too over-enthusiastic for this world, and I don't measure up to the more serious nature it seems to need, but my enthusiasm assures the creativity that I need, to fully be myself. Water Seed of Air, Effervescence. ~ Raven Su.Sane, Clarity.

 

Air Seed of Air: Supernal Nurturer

"Air feeds Fire, sparkles Water, & nourishes Earth. Air is a Jacob's two-way ladder, from above to below & below to above. The present situation requires a conscious two-way stretch. Become like Janus, the Roman god of the New Year, who looks both back & forward, simultaneously. The future grows out of the present, which in turn, is a product of the past.", Dr. John Mumford, Magical Tattwas.

 I used to think that we needed one studio and I realize, since my life is my art, that I can't do it without a good stretch between at least 5 small studios, like Janus, seasonal, emotional, elemental, that is how my life is in the Garden Plan, so I must stretch, like Air Seed of Air, to accommodate the art, and all the seasons of my life. Sometimes it aches, but it does create a Constancy, and my first name is Constance,  Air Seed of Air, Supernal Nurturer. ~ Raven Su.Sane, Clarity.

Earth Seed of Air: Aspiration

"Earth & Air are neither friends nor enemies; they tend to exist in mutual exclusion; it requires great patience & coaxing to bring Earth & Air into a state of cohabitation & cooperation. This is a good phase for starting & building the base for the future. Make certain you have included all elements.", Dr. John Mumford, Magical Tattwas.

 Walking early, so I can ground my breath. For a creative it does take some effort to keep peace among my physical system, when working deeply on a new grounding aspect needed for my creative process today. I'm such a dreamer, and it takes a bit to lasso me down to the grounded grass, so I'm wearing my red cowgirl hat today., even if I'm a bit of a Calamity Jane. Earth Seed of Air, Aspiration. ~ Raven Su.Sane, Clarity.

Air Seed of Water: Calm

 "Air & Water are neither friends nor enemies; they are neutral. Perseverance preserves what you have already established & permits the cycle to roll-over into new opportunities.", Dr. John Mumford, Magical Tattwas.

Well, we rolled a lot last night, so I feel we are ready to roll over. Sometimes, we have to roll around a lot, to build the strength to roll over. That is the willingness to rock back and forth in alchemy. Air Seed of Water, Calm. ~ Raven Su.Sane, Clarity.

Ether Seed of Ether (Space): Rebirth

Space (Ether) is always pregnant with freedom & possibilities of fresh starts & new approaches. Ether Seed of Ether always forecasts an optimum period for dramatic shifts in regards to persons, places, or things. The theme now is change, fresh starts, renewal, expansion of business or personal pursuits, rebirth, travel, rejuvenation, & regeneration.", Dr. John Mumford, Magical Tattwas.

 Always relating to becoming new in each moment is the alchemical way of relating to our lives. We honor our beginnings, and move courageously through to our beginnings, each premonition of path listened to. Ether Seed of Ether (Space), Rebirth. ~ Raven Su.Sane, Clarity.