Card of The Week - The Chariot - Kitchen Tarot

from The Kitchen Tarot by Susan Shie

I decided last night to draw a card for the week; both for study and inspiration/guidance.  I used The Kitchen Tarot by Susan Shie and Dennis Fairchild (Hay House Publications).  I love the imagery of this 22 card deck.  Featuring only the Major Arcana, each card is drawn like a quilt and features imagery and symbolism of the kitchen.  Perfect for a Kitchen Witch or Hearth Witch, or anyone who loves the kitchen!

The Chariot in this deck is interpreted as The Rolling Pin.  I love that so much!  In the classic RWS version of this card, many people notice that the Chariot doesn't actually have any wheels.  They wonder, how can it symbolize progress if it's not going anywhere?  Well The Rolling Pin helps you picture that type of progress.  In the kitchen, standing in one place and not really going anywhere, you can make a lot of progress.  It's the type of progress that comes from being firmly rooted; grounded.  The focus of self-discipline.  On the rolling pin featured on this card it says, "Groundedness and the ability to accomplish tasks on the physical plane. Victory of self-discipline. The Chariot belongs to the Activist, leadership, courage, a strong will.  The independent Amazon Warrior directs her will from a strong central self - balanced and whole.  Don't mess with The Chariot"

Affirmation; "I am heading in the right direction at a healthy pace."

As you continue through your week, being grounded and having self-discipline will be important.  Don't be too hard on yourself, but recognize that your progress comes at the pace that is healthy for you.  Resist the urge to compare yourself to other people, but when the time is right - step forward to be a leader, teacher, or motivator for others.  Trust in your own willpower and have faith that your hard work IS moving you forward toward your goal.

For more information of this card's meanings click here.