The fairy witch tarot is a unique tarot deck that combines elements of both fairies and witches. It is a whimsical and magical deck that offers a fresh perspective on traditional tarot symbolism. Each card in the fairy witch tarot is beautifully illustrated with intricate details and vibrant colors. The fairies depicted on the cards are not your typical cute and innocent fairies, but rather powerful and enchanting beings with a touch of darkness. The deck follows the structure of the traditional tarot deck, consisting of 78 cards divided into two main sections - the major arcana and the minor arcana. The major arcana cards represent major life events and themes, while the minor arcana cards focus on everyday situations and challenges.
Lynn Von Korff is a member of the PPA who grew up in the neighborhood and said the Tower was a staple in her and others’ childhoods. Korff recounted going up Tower Hill with her brothers and friends to sled down the then-treeless slope in the winter.
Ring said the Tower was designated as a historical building after decades of not being used and became a place the neighborhood visited and often held celebrations, such as the 100th anniversary of the Tower in 2014, but ceased operations during the COVID-19 pandemic. Too many people have such blind reverence for business methods and profit motives that they cannot distinguish between public and private good and the sometimes vastly different challenges involved in each.
The major arcana cards represent major life events and themes, while the minor arcana cards focus on everyday situations and challenges. The imagery and symbolism used in the fairy witch tarot deck draw heavily from nature and folklore. The fairies are often depicted in natural landscapes, surrounded by plants, animals, and magical elements.
The Disturbing Case of the Dead Witch
I thought I lived in a safe neighborhood, until I discovered the corpse, smashed up against the front of this house.
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Illustration by Tomi UmI live in what my wife and I like to think of as a safe neighborhood. Recently, however, at a house just up the street, I have noticed disturbing evidence of possible criminal activity, or, at the very least, a violation of local zoning laws. What stopped me short one morning as I was walking our dog was the sight of a “human” corpse smashed up against the front of this house. I put the word in quotation marks because I’m not quite sure to what category the poor dead creature belongs.
It was as flat as a pancake and had evidently hit the house at a high rate of speed. To me, it appeared to be a witch. Among the seasonal decorations at the house—a plastic pumpkin, a sheaf of Indian corn, a silhouette of a black cat arching its back—this grisly, flattened body, with a witch’s hat still in place and a broom also stuck to the siding, sent a shudder of revulsion mixed with pity down my spine. One could picture the accident all too clearly. A young witch, hardly more than a child, is flying too fast on her broom, then: crash! The little arms outstretched on either side, the green fingers spread in a hopeless last-minute attempt to soften the impact, were enough to break your heart.
The negligence of the homeowner was all the more shocking because he (or she) happened to have a cemetery in the front yard. Small, gray, plastic tombstones announced that Frankenstein, Dracula, and the Wolf Man were all interred there. Surely it would not be too much to hope that the unlucky little witch be given a decent burial as well, even if she was not a celebrity.
One of the mourners who was visiting the cemetery, a lanky young fellow who wore a hockey mask and carried a chainsaw, stood unmoving, as if in shock, beside the Wolf Man’s grave. “Did you know him?” I asked quietly. The grief-stricken fellow did not reply.
A troubling detail about the grave of Dracula caught my eye. It was a skeletal arm reaching out of the well-manicured lawn. If Dracula had in fact been buried alive, as the skeleton arm seemed to suggest, that made a certain amount of unfortunate sense; when you spend your days lying in a coffin, you do run the risk of this kind of mixup. But how did no one see the arm waving in the air, after it had laboriously burst through the sod? And why was it ignored, waving and waving, ever more slowly, until death finally arrived, blessedly, for the supposedly deathless vampire? Rigor mortis then set in, followed by weeks and months of rot and decay and scavenging by local animals, until the bones of the arm were all that remained. What kind of clueless homeowners could fail to notice such a hideous process taking place on their own front lawn?
Enough was enough. I walked to the front door and rang the bell. A handsome, smiling couple in late middle age answered. We got to talking. And that, in short, is how I happened to run for and be elected to the Parsippany school board.
If the story had ended there, all would have been well. But, sadly, a sequel occurred to darken that happy outcome. It started out quite innocently. As the school-board president, I proposed a new policy mandating that only healthy snacks be given to trick-or-treaters. The ordinance was duly voted upon and passed, and I offered to keep an eye open for any violators. Going around the neighborhood and looking in windows, I noticed that the Hampst family seemed to have some snack-size boxes of Milk Duds ready in a wooden salad bowl by the door. I went around to the back and met Mr. and Mrs. Hampst coming in from the garage. I told them, very politely, that the treats I had observed in their front hall were not allowed. Overreacting, Mr. Hampst began to shout and turn red in the face. In a matter of seconds, he had a heart attack and dropped dead.
Of course I felt terrible. I thought that the very least I could do was offer to defray some of the funeral costs, and suggested to my helpful neighbors with the front-yard cemetery that we give Mr. Hampst a plot there. They proceeded to inform me that it was not a real cemetery (italics mine). Now, I had wondered why the mourner with the chainsaw remained in the exact same position for hours and even weeks without leaving for food and other necessities, but I had not wanted to pry, and my neighbors did not go out of their way to correct any mistaken impression I might have had.
I’m sure there’s a lesson somewhere in all this. Building community takes patience, time, and (sometimes) a regrettable loss of life. But we also have a double standard. The fact remains that a long-dead, decaying young witch is still plastered against my neighbors’ house. Let’s try a little thought experiment:
Would the corpse of a full-grown warlock, a male individual with some power and influence, be subjected to such indignity if he happened to be flying on a much larger broom and ended up smashing into the wall of someone’s house? I think we can all agree that the answer is obvious. ♦
The report offered two other options: $50,000 to keep the structure standing or $1.3 million for extensive repairs to have it be regularly open for visitors.
This connection to nature adds a sense of grounding and earthiness to the deck, balancing out the mystical aspects. What sets the fairy witch tarot apart from other tarot decks is its emphasis on witchcraft. Many of the cards feature symbols and tools associated with witchcraft, such as cauldrons, crystal balls, and spell books. This infusion of witchcraft adds an extra layer of depth and mysticism to the readings. In addition to its stunning artwork, the fairy witch tarot also comes with a guidebook that provides interpretations and meanings for each card. The guidebook offers insights into the fairy witch world and provides suggestions for working with the deck to enhance intuition and psychic abilities. Overall, the fairy witch tarot is a captivating and enchanting tarot deck that offers a unique blend of fairy and witchcraft themes. Its intricate artwork and rich symbolism make it a valuable tool for anyone interested in tarot, magic, or simply exploring their own inner realm..
Reviews for "Bringing Light to the Shadows: Exploring Shadow Work with Fairy Witch Tarot"
1. Emma - 2/5 stars - I was really disappointed with the Fairy Witch Tarot. The artwork is beautiful, but I felt like the symbolism and imagery didn't align with traditional tarot meanings. It was difficult for me to connect with the cards and really grasp their interpretations. Additionally, the guidebook that comes with the deck felt lacking in-depth explanations. Overall, I found it to be a confusing and frustrating tarot deck to work with.
2. Sarah - 1/5 stars - I regret purchasing the Fairy Witch Tarot. The illustrations are indeed stunning, but for me, that was the only positive aspect. The cards lacked clarity and didn't resonate with me at all. I found myself constantly referring back to other tarot resources for interpretations because the guidebook wasn't helpful. The deck just didn't feel cohesive and I struggled to find any meaningful messages in my readings. Definitely not recommended.
3. Michael - 2/5 stars - The Fairy Witch Tarot is a visually appealing deck, but unfortunately, that's where it ends for me. The cards seemed more focused on the fantasy aspect than on providing practical guidance. The imagery and symbolism didn't align with traditional tarot meanings, which made it difficult for me to connect with the cards. Furthermore, the guidebook lacked in-depth explanations and the interpretations provided were often vague and confusing. I wouldn't recommend this deck for serious tarot practitioners or beginners.
4. Laura - 2/5 stars - I had high hopes for the Fairy Witch Tarot, but it fell short of my expectations. While the artwork is undeniably lovely, the deck lacked clarity and depth in its interpretations. I found it challenging to align the imagery with traditional tarot meanings. The guidebook was not comprehensive enough, and I had to rely on external resources to fully understand the cards. Overall, I was left feeling unsatisfied and would not recommend this tarot deck to others.