As you probably know by now my darling Dad passed on the 29/1/2018 = 23 = 5.   The Hierophant. Dad was a leader in everything he did, so fitting he went ‘home’ on this day.  Amongst the tears this week there has also been much laughter as we recalled stories from the past, he had the most wonderful sense of humour and taught us to be joyful in all that we did.

Between funeral preparations, sorting paperwork out and taking care of Mum I have found that I have manic OCD (who knew)?  Cupboards and drawers that have been stuffed with random nonsense for years have now been emptied, trips to the local tip and charity shops have been a regular thing, I have felt a need to clear out and get rid of the stagnant energy.  Of course, amongst all of this I have found some very rare cards which I have decided to sell.  Some are duplicates, and to my surprise I have discovered a box from my old shop which I closed 10 years ago with cards which are now worth a small fortune, these I will save for the Festival on 2^nd June.

I thought I would share with you an extract from my book Tarot (Hay House) the interpretation of the Hierophant, the meaning may well resonate with you, it reads:  If you are someone who is not open minded, try to be more flexible as you may miss out on an important opportunity. Although this card connects with spirituality, personal life events may be making you unsettled right now and reassurance is needed. 

The urge to be part of something more satisfying than you are currently experiencing will feel necessary at this stage of your life, there is a sense of getting out there and showing the world who you are and what you can do.  The Hierophant may appear physically in your life as a wise friend or teacher. However he manifests in your life, this is an important period for you.   A personal journey of learning, knowledge and wisdom, exploring traditions of ancient crafts, meditating and finding peace within yourself, whatever life has in store for you now, this will be one of the most significant periods in your life.  As a card of wisdom, listen to your teachers and those who are already on a spiritual path, take from them what you need and leave alone what does not sit right with you.  Your own intuition will guide you to what is right and wrong. 

Looking back at 2017 it has been a year of incredible highs and lows.   My trip to Thailand was amazing, then shortly after a visit to Prague.  Thailand was on my bucket list and it certainly lived up to my expectations and more, not only was it a spiritual journey but also a trip full of laughter and sunshine. In contrast Prague is a beautiful city enriched with history and long walks.

The London Tarot Festival in May was a sell-out event, and after just 3 years we have outgrown the lovely building at the Eco Centre, however, after many miles of leg work we have found another stunning place called Platform in Finsbury Park, really looking forward to June 2^nd 2018 when we do it all again!

The summer flew by with my monthly meditation groups (always full) and cricket teas (yes you read correctly) time away in Spain and my yearly trip to Glastonbury.   It is only when I write this down do I realise how lucky I am.

The UK Tarot Conference was one of the best ever, the lovely Sasha Graham who I met in New York last year headlined our event, Steven Bright made his debut, Carrie Paris was her wonderful self with a fascinating workshop, and Andrea Aste our charming Italian friend along with Kirsten Buchholzer and Chloe McCracken made this an event to remember.  We are moving to a bigger venue in Kensington next year (19^th 20^th October) and look forward to Rachel Pollack and Benebell Wen both headlining our event. (Eekk excited face).   

Whilst the year has excelled itself work wise, something horrible is happening in the background, my wonderful father has been diagnosed with an aggressive type of Motor Neurone Disease, never in my life have I witnessed an illness so quick and cruel, he is hanging on in there but I know his time is soon.  A few years ago I was asked to write an article for a magazine to celebrate Father’s Day, I wrote how blessed I was to have a Dad like mine who gave myself and my two brothers the wings to fly and the security of home.  If we were ever to fall, it did not matter what it was or what we had done, he would catch us.    Now as he gets weaker we gather around him with our love.  So, as I look to 2018 with hope, I also know me and my families lives will change forever.  If you are reading this please send a little healing thought, everything is appreciated.

On that note, I do truly wish you all a wonderful Christmas and a very happy and abundant 2018.

With much love

Kim

On 5 November every year, the effigy of Guy Fawkes is still burned on bonfires across England in recognition of his part in the failed ‘Gunpowder Plot’ of 1605.  This spread helps to recognise why we fail to reach our goals and what we need to ignite our drive!

Before you begin, think about what you would like to achieve and what might have stopped you in the past.  I suggest you use your birth card to anchor the reading as this represents YOU.  To calculate your birth card just add up the number of your full birthdate i.e. 3/5/1970 =25 (2+5 =7 The Chariot)   then reduce to a major arcana card. (Kim Arnold)

Download Here: Guy Fawkes Spread

Card 1. Use Your Birth Card to anchor your reading

Card 2. Reason for past failures

Card3. What is blocking or stopping you?

Card 4. Advice on how to remove obstacles

Card 5. How to Ignite your drive