Eihwaz, Berkana, and Thurisa ruled the day.
I must admit, when I drew Eihwaz this morning, I was thinking how can defense be needed when I am at an abnormal setting and am with people I see once a year? The answer came to me as we were winding down for the evening. A friend has made the observation that when men lose their partner, they usually do one of two things (sometimes both): 1) get drunk and stay that way for long time or 2) immediately re-marry. One of the guys I see each year, his wife passed away this previous summer. He has also lost some other relatives and a dog (or two). What a tale of grief! Normally, the three of us, and whomever else joins the party, sit down and enjoy a couple drinks and visit. Tonight, he was a head of all of us and invited me to do some creeping. I did the appropriate thing and respectfully declined. I wasn't even thinking; had I been thinking, I would have seen that coming... I remain loyal to my other half.
Berkana is growth and at times, that growth comes through prayer. I've been searching for some answers and one of those answers came to me, through my actions. I am loyal to the commitment I made when I entered into the relationship I am in with my other half. I already knew that, more or less; however, the reinforcement that comes from a situation that tests your beliefs is nice and always timely.
Thurisa, Thor, presented itself today. Contemplation was the name of the day, how else would you describe sitting through a 5-6 hour auction? I did not purchase anything in the auction (even though there were things I wanted); I did assist a gentleman make a purchase (therefore, I got the thrill of buying); and I did purchase an item from a friend (so I helped another vendor). All in all, compromise what the theme of the day!
Uruz reversed is the task for tonight. Minimizing the obstacles of my strength. Being grateful for daily blessings. And providing support to myself and to others.
