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Reversed VIII of Coins and the Knight of Wands straddle a bottle of Maid Marian by Zoey Lake for Cirrus Parfum

Plagued with restlessness or stagnation? The cards indicate the urge to pursue new ideas to breath new life into our world. Maid Marian by @cirrusparfum.bsky.social is a plea to get out and participate. It doesn't need go be big.
#SotD #Nonbinary #tarot #PerfumeSky

Card III - the Empress and the Knight of Coins straddle a bottle of Otis & Me by Dana El Masri for Jazmin Saraï

The Empress is the provider and this knight, the most dependable. What room does this leave for personal growth and ambition? Otis & Me by Jazmin Saraï is that reliable cuppa, ready to face the day with compassion.
#SotD #tarot #Nonbinary #PerfumeSky

The Queen of Swords and a reversed Page of Swords straddle a bottle of Grasslands by Joshua Smith for Paraphrase Perfume

Do you find yourself ready to make decisions? Ruthless efficiency is productive, but make sure your decisions do not lean on spite lest you nail your own foot to the ground. Grasslands by @paraphraseperfume.bsky.social is soft enough to choose kindness over spite.
#SotD #tarot #Nonbinary #PerfumeSky

Reversed Card IV - the Emperor and reversed Card 0 - the Fool straddle a bottle of Multiball by Alie Kiral for Pearfat Parfum

The tyrant is stubborn and loud. And the urge is to be stubborn and petulant in return. Ignore the bluster, the words of a tyrant are hollow. Give yourself permission to seek whimsy and joy. Multiball by @pearfatparfum.bsky.social is my levity.
#SotD #tarot #Nonbinary #PerfumeSky

Reversed VII of Cups and reversed II of Swords straddle a bottle of 2030 Park Ave. by Alie Kiral for Pearfat Parfum

These cards speak of indecision, confusion, and too many options. Focus your eye on what you want, and make small steps in that direction until the indecisive fog clears. 2030 Park Ave. by @pearfatparfum.bsky.social is a clearing rain with sweet direction.
#SotD #tarot #Nonbinary #PerfumeSky

Card XVI - Destruction and Card IX - the Vampire straddle a bottle of Deixis by Bruno Fazzolari for Fzotic

We do not know what upheaval looms beyond the horizon, but when it comes, judgment will be weighed on our own scale of truth. Deixis by Fzotic is the introspection to correctly weigh my own deeds.
#SotD #Nonbinary #tarot #PerfumeSky

I'm glad it reached you today! You can do it!

Card I - the Magician and the Knight of Wands straddle a bottle of La Serpentine by April Lea for LVNEA

You have made all necessary preparations and you are eager to go, so what is holding you back? La Serpentine by LVNEA is a gorgeous floral fruity patchouli, bold enough to encourage taking that first step.
#SotD #tarot #Nonbinary #PerfumeSky

The IX of Chalices and a reversed card II - the High Priestess straddle a bottle of Lost Alice by Mackenzie Reilly for Masque Milano

Your emotional labors have culminated and you are ready for the dance. Do not let misconception be mistaken for mystery - due diligence. Lost Alice by Masque Milano is the trail to follow for unraveling that mystery.
#SotD #tarot #PerfumeSky #Nonbinary

The III of Swords - Sorrow and the Ace of Wands (censored because BlueSky can't handle the feminine form... eyeroll) straddle a bottle of Ribbon Dance by Syd Buffman for Syd Botanica

We contain multitudes. Ambition and drive, but also pain. The receipts of a life lived. Ribbon Dance by @sydbotanica.bsky.social is the heavy made light, the call to dance even when we feel weighted, that lifts our burdens with movement.
#SotD #Nonbinary #tarot #PerfumeSky

A bottle of Otis & Me by Dana El Masri for Jazmin Saraï sits next to two tarot - card II the High Priestess and Card VI the Lovers

Time calls for introspection and a meaningful relationship with our self. It helps me to care for myself separately as soul and body. Otis & Me by Jazmin Saraï, cardamom and coffee, perfect for checking in and soothing.
#SotD #tarot #Nonbinary #PerfumeSky

The Knight of Wands and a reversed card VIII - Strength straddle a bottle of Green Spell by Antoine Lie for Eris

These two cards represent an imbalance. A readiness and apprehension. The body is willing but the will to follow is aching. Green Spell by Eris is action that multiplies, growth on growth until will matches ambition.
#PerfumeSky #tarot #Nonbinary #SotD

My absolute fave is Smoked Bloom by @paraphraseperfume.bsky.social

It doesn't lean smoky, but let's all of the bright clean facets of osmanthus shine.

Good luck on your search!

Reversed Page of Wands and reversed VII of Swords straddle a bottle of Soft Focus by Bruno Fazzolari for Fzotic

Our plans and endeavors are falling apart because we can't see them holistically. We must take time to thoughtfully plan, rather than flying on a whim. Soft Focus by Fzotic is an ask to myself to dissect every note as it evolves.
#SotD #tarot #nonbinary #PerfumeSky

Card XIII - the Nithing and the Page of Cups straddle a bottle of Cloud Cardamom by Mauricio Garcia for Scent Trunk

Nithing indicates that we are unable to take more than we are due, but the Page represents the ability to find fulfillment through empathy with those we hold close. Cloud Cardamom by Scent Trunk is a treasure I would not have found without my fragrance friends.
#SotD #tarot #Nonbinary #PerfumeSky

The VIII and IX of Swords straddle a bottle of Amicus Cumulus by Alie Kiral for Pearfat Parfum

I've found myself trapped in a prison of my own fears and anxieties. Amicus Cumulus by @pearfatparfum.bsky.social is the breath of a fresh cool cloud, a reminder that this too shall pass.
#SotD #Nonbinary #tarot #PerfumeSky

A reversed VIII of Cups and the IV of Wands straddle a bottle of Suspended Water Lily by Syd Buffman for Syd Botanica

When we find ourselves listless and wandering, find the little joys and celebrate them. Suspended Water Lily by @sydbotanica.bsky.social is a pond fairy celebration, important now and in memory.
#SotD #tarot #PerfumeSky #Nonbinary

Card III - the Empress and reversed Card 0 - the Fool straddle a bottle of Eclipsed by James Nguyen for d.grayi

Some things we must do for ourselves even though scary. New ground must be broken in order to tend to the self. Eclipsed by d.grayi is a protection spell against the scary things.
#SotD #tarot #Nonbinary #PerfumeSky

Should Democrats Throw Trans People Under the Bus? Here’s Why It Would Be Bad Politics

since Bluesky is chock full of Newsom-stan-bots insisting that "Dems should compromise on trans issues", I will re-up my November essay about why this is not only immoral & unempirical, but BAD POLITICS. Dems WILL LOSE if they do this, here's why (no paywall): juliaserano.medium.com/should-democ...

The III of Coins - Curiosity and reversed card VI - the Lovers straddle a bottle of Lost Alice by Mackenzie Reilly for Masque Milano

Curiosity will certainly lead us deeper into rabbit holes than our companions wish to follow. Find community in the Burrow, others who share *niche* interests. Lost Alice by Masque Milano is the honey that makes the fragrance nerds flock.
#SotD #Nonbinary #tarot #PerfumeSky

Card IX - the Hermit and the X of Wands straddle a bottle of Grasslands by Joshua Smith for Paraphrase Perfume

Take stock of accomplishments you've made on the path to *now*. What requires tending and what requires moving on? Grasslands by @paraphraseperfume.bsky.social is the warm field flourishing by our touch.
#SotD #tarot #Nonbinary #PerfumeSky

The V of Pentacles and Card XXI The World straddle a bottle of Gilded by Joshua Smith for Paraphrase Perfume

The material world is rife with setbacks lately. The cards suggest wrapping things up (as best you can) to clear ground for a new journey. Gilded by @paraphraseperfume.bsky.social is a golden resinous aura that sheds light to my path.
#SotD #Nonbinary #tarot #PerfumeSky

A bottle of Faux Flora No.3 by Fischersund sits above a reversed V of Swords and a III of Coins

Do you find yourself in a relationship where conflict is the goal? Seek the companionship of those with whom you toil for guidance thru the mire. Fischersund's Faux Flora No.3 is the right amount of detachment to guide us thru.
#SotD #Nonbinary #tarot #PerfumeSky

Reversed II of Coins - Rope Walker and thr II of Wands - Berserker straddle a bottle of Morel Map by Laura Oberwetter for Clue Perfumery

Has the thin line we tread disappeared? This II of Wands could indicate a surge forward, but instead pause for a moment to find your bearing, and proceed on track. Morel Map by Clue Perfumery is the earthy green inhale, a guide thru the forest.
#SotD #tarot #Nonbinary #PerfumeSky

A reversed Queen of Coins covers the naughty bits of card VI - The Lovers and both sit next to a bottle of Grasslands by Joshua Smith for Paraphrase Perfume

There is an imbalance between personal and professional. The cards indicate that may lean toward professional, but regardless, our loved ones will help us balance. Grasslands by @paraphraseperfume.bsky.social is a reminder of the comfort of home.
#SotD #Nonbinary #tarot #PerfumeSky

According to Brown University's Cost of War Project, "The war in Gaza has, since October 7, 2023, killed more journalists than the U.S. Civil War, World Wars I and II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War (including the conflicts in Cambodia and Laos), the wars in Yugoslavia in the 1990s and 2000s, and the post-9/11 war in Afghanistan, combined."

A fact you should never let leave your mind.
www.discourseblog.com/p/the-enragi...

Completely agree!! Glad it is coming back too!!

Reversed IV of Swords and King of Chalices straddle a bottle of Deixis by Bruno Fazzolari for Fzotic

Trust yourself to feel things as they are. This may mean admitting hard truths to yourself. Take action to protect yourself from the triggers of negative feelings. Deixis by Fzotic is emotional armor. (And permanently joining the line this fall!)
#SotD #PerfumeSky #Nonbinary #tarot

It is not for me everyday, but gosh does it shine in the fall! 🤩

I wore Morosexual yesterday. A dark funky one!