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CARTOMANCY About me: I was an astrologer long before using the cards. I worked very hard learning cartomancy. When I made my first deck in collage, I still did not realize the astrological significance. I tried using each card number with its house reference. For example, the fourth house is cancer, home, family etc. so if I drew a 4 I tried to equate that. so good so far but it still wasn't the right path. I even made a huge wooden 12 house circle to lay the cards on. Not working. Gave it to my son to use for target practice.. I went back to researching on the web. I found a tremendous amount of resources. Kristans being the first of course. I couple cartomancy with tarot, meanings. I use Joanne Bunnings, Robert Camp, Ryder Watie. Shoot, I even bought the Sexual Key to the Tarot by Theodor Laurence. Our library has a book that shows each card and I mean every card in each position in the Celtic Cross. The meaning from its own position. All of these books speak of astrological signs etc, but it still wasn't exactly what I wanted. I have only the books now from my astrology days, the rest were left behind when we moved due to space. the three that I have with me are written by Sakoian & Acjer, "The Astrologers Handbook", "The Astrology of Human Relationships" and "Predictive Astrology" Remember, there are twelve houses in the zodiac. Each house covering a different aspect of our lives. Each house is ruled by a different planet. Furthermore, each planet has its own idiosyncrasies its own mood or personality. Each card in its own respect is ruled by a certain house, governed by its own planet. I rarely read a card reversed, but I am fully aware there is a dark side to each one. Here is where I went off on a tangent or veered from the norm. The "dark side" of each card even not reversed. I get lots of letters on the ask me and the all experts, at times I have to break from it, then I come back. Every letter has its own personality, it's own feel. When doing a reading, I would get the sense of the person I was reading for. The manner that one would speak to me, or the words written in the letter, regardless of sex. Some are very abrupt, some are demanding, some are downright rude. Many are sad and others make the sun shine. My first impression is what I go with. I never try to "make nice". I only have to work with online what they say to me, nothing else only my gut feeling. So many questions, so many people, so many attitudes can make your head spin. A few months ago, I bought a little book showing a gazillion card layouts. I said, "Wow!" bought it. The meanings and descriptions were short and almost worthless as far as I was concerned. Remember by now I have a fairly good size library on cartomancy, astrology

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and tarot. I have only one book on numerology. I do, however, have, "the book" that I wrote when doing astrology. This little book of card layouts had one little thing that I had never seen in any other book or we site or resource. When Kristan told me of www.askme.com and Elizabeth told me of www.allexperts.com, each questioner had something different they wanted to know, i.e. money, love, health, work and some general. I remembered that book! It gave a short description of each card, followed by a general overall "in a reading". Next it gave work, romance, finances, health, spirituality and ending with an empowerment. Stepping back to the planets and houses, I felt there had to be a way. I did not hesitate to capitalize on this idea. (I do own the book, why else write it and sell it) No money, I have never been paid a nickel for a reading. Mine go like this. 1. feel of the questioner (attitude) 2. sense of the question (love, money, life, etc) 3. I shuffle, generally seven times (my own birth date is 7-27-47) 4. cut into three piles restacking into one, middle to the right, then on to the top of the far left, making a single deck of cards again. 5. I draw three cards, very seldom more. On occasion, one falls out, I do attach special significance to it. If 52 fall out, I don't. 6. The three cards are laid down from the left to the right, suggesting past, present and future. The cards seldom speak to me that way. Something zings in on me because I have a definite sense of the questioner and the quest. Damn if sometimes the cards have nothing to say as far as the original question. I really try to make the connection between the layout and the need. I don't care to use FAX. I rather answer each on individual need. The same cards for two different people rarely mean the same thing. I started to copy and paste my meanings for each card under its heading such as relationship, money, health and of course general. The idea from that book. I copy and paste or write the cards meaning. (only three cards) then I look back to the question, the feel of the person, the cards and the meanings I have put there. I also am using still another deck that I made, these showing, the zodiac house, the ruler and an ink sketch of the essence of the card and a key word. I use the numbers, alone, sometimes added together. I never know a head of time what I will use. There is no preset words for me to say. All the cards become one message and I say it. Once the cards numbers are added they become only one message and I speak only

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what I feel, good or bad. I have had some pretty bad ratings from some that were unhappy with the read. That can smart. Well, hell, it should not affect me in any way. Yet, it does. I am literally wiped out when I finish. It just seems sometimes, a lot is wanted for nothing. Time, focus, skill, knowledge, they want it all, they want it now at no cost to themselves. Many times reading online is truly a thankless endeavor. But, But, but, there are those that are truly accepting and a few that seem to understand what is given so freely by the reader. I continue to read, not as much right now as before, I burn hot and cold. Why? You might ask? Because I feel that what I do might give someone hope, simple hope where before there was none. Maybe spark that fire that might burn and give them warmth. As a rule I find that people are inherently good and really ask from the heart. I feel they are here asking from a real need to know. Something is hurting inside and they are slashing at the darkness, trying to find a way out or to see the light. If all were perfect, they would not be asking. Then you get a letter like this......... Anonymous: "Tell me about my love life" that’s it, no greeting, no good by, nothing personal. How hard it is to not write back and say, "I don’t' know a thing" or just simply "nothing". I don’t' do that. I lay the cards out for them exactly the way I would for one that writes three paragraphs. Occasionally, a short unidentified letter with no personal information can indicate that one has so much hurt or obstacles or so little self esteem that is a major undertaking to even say so little. Any words at all that they send are a hardship or real effort. So always, always do the best you can and individualize each reading, for the least as well as the most. Each reading has merit and can give hope where before there was none. I hope this has shed some light on "how I do it" canje aka linda

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Code Of Ethics Each person learns as they read for others that one must initiate a certain code of behavior. I call this a "Code Of Ethics" This is an honorable code that you will use each time you lay your hand on a deck of cards to read for anyone. It is important that one always keeps balance and perspective in dealing with others. This also applies to my own life. So often it is hard to take heed of one's own advice. Ace I will keep in mind that when the ace is drawn, it shows new beginnings in each facet of ones life. I will never promise all new things are wonderful and good. I will try to always be realistic. Aces are new beginnings. Two I will always show there are two sides to every issue. There is an up side and a down side. Two’s are partnerships. I will always try to weigh and balance my answer. I will not gloss over the down side, although I will not be deliberately unkind. Three When I do not the answer to a question or understand what the card is trying to tell me, I will not hesitate to say so and proceed to someone else’s work to gain knowledge. Three’s are growth and including a third. Four I will work towards structure in anything I do. I will keep in mind, that typically, the walls one builds can be breached with the right attitude. I will remember these are often times built and maintained for self preservation and can be very elaborate Five I will acknowledge hardship and loss and knowing that I too feel these things and will not strike out in anger, hurting others when I hurt. This would be devastating to the fragile ego of the person one happens to be reading for. Six I will let go of the things that cause me pain, working to move ahead, rather then living in the past. I will reminisce and let go. I will also equate the situation presented by the card to some thing that might have taken place in my own life, there fore giving myself a better understanding of the emotions or feelings that are within the situation that stands before me. Seven I will look inside myself, seeing clearly and act upon what I see to grow and improve. I will face what ever obstacles are before me, asserting my own will. Eight I will lead others and I will teach. I will work to be a stable influence and share my knowledge, giving as well as taking. I will “know” where I am going before I get there. I will strive to be a reliable source, structuring all that I do to give purpose. I will be a tower within myself. Nine I will know when situations in my life are ending. I will understand that closure is the only way to relinquish the past and prepare for the new things that will happen if I continue the path I am following. I know that the death of a situation can sometimes only make way for the new. 4

Ten I will be open to new things that present themselves to me. I will use what I have learned in the past to reach a higher plateau with in myself. I will improve on what I know, researching and learning all that I can. My education will be unending. I will be open to any opinion that appears realistic. Jack I will allow flexibility in my life. I will not be as rigid as I once was and will keep myself open to a better way, even if it makes me start at the bottom. I will smile as though a child and start over, knowing that each thing I do is a learning experience. Queen I will hold carefully to correct ways and ideals, not allowing change where it may cause harm or disruption with others. I will work to be a mother figure and to be compassionate when needed. I will gather the wounded to my bosom and give solace when justified. King I will stand strong and firm. When needed to stand in judgment of others, I will be fair and impartial. I will be wise and give advice, freely, only if asked. Ask me your questions and I will give you honest answers. I will look at all angles and give my opinion. If you do not heed my advice, then I will no longer be involved.

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The Four Suits Clubs: The suit of clubs speaks to us of what kind of determination we use to achieve our goals. How much energy we use to get the things we want. It shows what obstacles stand in our way or what obstructions hold us back. The anger that runs thru us and how one might deal with it. Clubs speak of great energy, of speed. They are a powerful suit dealing with ones career and the goals one sets sight on. When clubs come into play, one must move quickly and not rest on your laurels. When the opportunity is there, take advantage of it. Sometimes a club is simply a warning to slow down and not expend so much energy. The suit of clubs are ruled by Aries, Leo and Sagittarius. Dealing with new beginnings, ones pleasure and ego and how we gain knowledge and understanding. Lack of the element fire in any given lay out indicates one may be missing that spark of enthusiasm for life. They simply cannot see what can be. There is no creative inspiration. Hearts: The suit of hearts gives us a glimpse of what is in your heart. How you involved yourself in your relationships and how deeply you feel. It speaks of the tears that might fall, your hopes and dreams and how you might celebrate. They indicate how you deeply you feel, what kind of energy you use or how you focus. They can give you insight on how to resolve past conflict and anger. Sometimes hearts will tell of your vulnerabilities. Hearts are ruled by Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces. They speak of home and family, sexual needs, death and intuition. Listen closely when hearts are drawn. Things move smoothly and they speak of the summer season. Let the hearts embrace you with a smooth, gentle caress. Lack of water with in a layout indicates that one talks about what others feel, yet, they somehow miss the human element. They lack the ability to blend with another person, which is the basis of love. Spades: The suit of spades reach deep into the dark recesses of your mind and show what things block you or hold you up. The things that prevent you from moving on to achievement. It tells of habits and patterns that can only hurt you. The houses of the zodiac that rule are Gemini, Libra and Aquarius. These in turn are governed by Mercury, Venus and Uranus, in that order. They speak of things you need to let go of. Sometimes clubs will lead you down a path to make changes in areas of your life that you need to set aside. Spades speak of hard decisions, deep worry and deception. These are a very hard suit of cards to deal with because it is not always easy to look for the bright side. Keep in mind, for every thing that might seem bad or hurtful, occasionally it is only a sign that you need to let go or make certain changes.

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Lack of air in a layout gives an indication of having a hard time getting their thoughts across to others. One can't seem to sort out the facts and tend to jump to conclusions. Thus ones emotions, impulses or excessive practicality can create an imbalance in their beliefs. Diamonds: The suit of diamonds touch ones securities either in emotions or financial areas of ones life. They show what gives you pleasure and the things you want. The way you will go after things. What will give you comfort. The methods used to accumulate objects or things even people. Sometimes diamonds will speak of your fear of loosing all that you have and what you will do to keep it. This suit deals with possessions, yours, what you might have lost or still hope to gain. These cards show you the way. Diamonds are ruled by Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn, which in turn are governed by Venus, Mercury and Saturn. When diamonds come into the layout, consider, ones values, work and health issues and ambitions and the responsibility that goes with them. Lack of earth in any lay out oftentimes shows an immoderacy with money and have little ambition or desire to go after things in life. It seems one has no idea how what they do now can affect life later. Shows a definate lack of practicality.

The Numbers One's are an indication of new beginnings, a single unit and is masculine in nature. A one is shaped like a pointer, like a pencil, a finger or even a penis. It is an action number, ready to go. They show a time of forging ahead into the unknown. Brand new beginnings, where one has not gone before. Two's show duality. The one has taken on a mate. It is passive. The one is no longer alone. Often , it is a time of waiting and a time of learning patience. The two can indicate a new love, a new job or a new place to live. It is one of a meeting of two like minded individuals. Three's show growth and taking on another partner. Threes are masculine. They can indicate the happiness of the two's has turned to boredom and has developed a wandering eye. This number deals with communication and short trips and journeys. It can be a small group of friends or people involved in the same situation as you. Four's indicate structure, stability or little boxes. They are passive. The fours can show a time of restriction and inability to move ahead. They are walls that one might surround oneself 7

with. It might be walls of people, of money, of possessions or simply the walls of your home. They show retreat from others and can show self discipline, hard work and burdens that one assumes. Five's indicate a need to break out, a need for freedom. The little boxes of the fours have closed in on one and you fight to get out of it. This can indicate loss and hardship, impulsive actions that hurt others or that hurt yourself. Its a time of quarrels and tears. Leaving what is comfortable and stepping into the unknown. Six's represent movement from the past into the future. Letting go of the things in the five situation that have caused pain or hardship. They are a feminine number, one of rest and re cooperation. A time to kick back and watch. A time to think of the past and then let go of it. Seven's are masculine in gender and are one of learning of self. To grow from with in, looking over what has been done and how one might improve on it. It can indicate anger or fighting against what has gone before, facing obstacles. They are assertive, indicating your need to act on your own options. Eight's are indication of power, leadership and stability. A lot of energy is expended with this feminine suit towards seeing what you want and going after it. This a number of material acquisition and leadership. This is a number of solid foundations and good background. Knowing where you are headed. Nine's show a need to close or finish the past. A need to let go, turn away and move on. It's not unlike cleaning out your closet with extreme prejudice, with the thought in mind that you are going shopping for something new and are making room for it. Holding on to what is needed for the future. It is a number of closure. Ten's show the end of something but taking from it valuable knowledge needed for the future. It is a number of new beginnings, such as the ace, although not brand new. Basing the future on what you have learned in the past to be successful in the future, weather it is relationships, career or any new endeavor. Jack's indicate mutability. They are immature and changeable. The jack can be a younger person in your life or one that is very young at heart. When they are doing or involved in something, they believe it for the moment, although, can change they views or feelings in the blink of any eye. The power of the jack can be destructive as well as good. Jack's are the number 11 which becomes a 2 having duality.

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Queen's are fixed in their unchanging ways. They are there for you when they are needed. They can indicate another woman in the situation. They can be compassionate and loving, careful of another's feelings. On the down side, their anger can be swift and painful. They are the mother of all cards. The queen indicates a deep love of others and when this love is rejected, it can be deceitful or vindictive. The queen is number 12 which becomes the 3 indicating change. King's are the strength and power of any situation. They are cardinal in nature. They are the judges, the advisors the aide that you turn to for physical needs. The sit in judgment and give advice, which if unheeded, will not be forth coming again. One would do well to follow the words of the King. The king is the number 13 which becomes the number 4, indicating structure and stability. Key Word Chart ~~~~~~~~~~ CLUBS

HEARTS

SPADES

DIAMONDS

ACE

action success

fullfillment new love

challenge death

financial aid

TWO

crossroad overcoming obstacles

attraction devotion

stalemate great tension

flexibility needed juggling

THREE

expansion the next step

celebration Dependency rejoicing or bonus cheating

public recognition

FOUR

rest time out

boredom withdrawal divine discontent time to heal

a miser stagnation

FIVE

competition petty glitches

disappointment betrayal

limitations conflict

loss hardship

SIX

victory promotion

nostalgia the past returns

regret moving on

regain losses

SEVEN

defense determination

careful decisions self options evasion

EIGHT

progress smooth sailing

sacrifice abandon hope

NINE

weariness final stages

wish card depression dreams come true self cruelty

TEN

burn cannot cope

out family permanence

JACK

adventurer opinionated

QUEEN

hostess limits

deceit difficult decision

restriction no win

new profession self reliance satisfaction

termination realistic

foundation permanent

dreamer moody

troublemaker variety

gambler indecisiveness

healer jealousy

worrier friction

supporter inflexible

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KING

leader explosive temper

mediator possessive

judgments provider communications determined

The Next Step Ace of Clubs

Ace of Hearts

Ace of Spades

Ace of Diamonds

A- New Beginnings A -new Love A -new experience Clubs-Ambitionhearts-emotions spades-difficulty Power Cancer-Home Gemini-Mental Aries-Self Scorpio-Sex Libra-Choices Leo-Creativity Pisces-Dreams Aquarius- Disruptive Sagittarius-Learning New Love Death Success Two of Clubs Two of Hearts Two of Spades

A -potential diamonds-stability TaurasPractical VirgoLogical Capricorn -Methodical

2- passive energy 2cooperation 2-communicative Clubs-restlessness hearts-compassion spades-constricted Aries-Adventure Cancer-Intuitive Libra-Inconsistant Mars-Aggressive Venus-Love Moon-Reactive

2-balance diamonds-foundation Capricorn-Determined Jupiter-Over Expansion

Cross Roads Three of Clubs

Devotion Three of Hearts

Financial Aide