9. Farmers' Market

Abundance of choices, farm to table (source to spirit)

Remember to distinguish abundance from wholeness. Choose wisely and intentionally.

There is something magical about seasonal eating and living farm to table; food is never fresher than when it’s pulled directly from the earth. Sadly many of us do not have access to our own gardens but, fortunately, farmers’ markets are becoming more common as people seek to return to a slower way of living. Each market offers far more than your traditional grocery store, from heirloom varieties to unique hybrids created by knowledgeable farmers.

There are many paths for your question or situation but not all paths will lead to success: each option offers a different flavor and may prove to be something you don’t enjoy. Choose carefully, being mindful that the option that appears to be perfect may be hiding something underneath such as a perfectly formed tomato with a worm inside. When you are faced with an overwhelming number of choices, lean on your higher self to guide you to the right answer.

Your spirit is connected to source, God, the greater intelligence or any other name you use to identify the divine. The answer is always available to you but, sometimes, your ego attempts to rationalize choices that should be made from your heart and soul. You may wish to spend time in meditation or communing with the earth in stillness for more guidance, or consider using the farmers' market spread in the Litha card spreads chapter for expanded awareness.

This journaling prompt is one that I often go back to when I need to check in with my spirit and quiet the noise in my mind so I can allow spirit to lead me. For this exercise you'll need some paper and a pen or pencil.

Prepare by finding a quiet space and calming your mind. Take a few deep breaths, and when you are ready ask your question and allow yourself to write out all the thoughts that come to mind, even the unrelated ones. Once you have done that go to a different page, ask again and this time add: 'Only my spirit may guide me.' Without forcing thoughts in, allow yourself to record what naturally wants to be shared.