The Fool is the Tarot Card of the Week for November 5 to 11th, 2005. This card was drawn while mediating on events that are affecting the planet at the beginning of this time period. This card speaks of trusting one's life journey, self-discovery and mastery.

Week of November 5 to 11, 2005

EVENTS SHAPING THIS WEEK'S ENERGY

• Riots, arson and vandalism across France
  
• Bird flu vaccinations initiatives strong
  
• Tornado hits Kentucky and Indiana
  
• Third century church uncovered in Armageddon, Isreal
  
• Taurid Meteor showers enjoyed in Alaska
  
• China to build four eco-cities
  
• Two new moons discovered around Pluto
  
• Worst drought ever in Amazon rain forest
  
• Guy Fawkes Day - November 5th, UK
  
• Accord and Reconciliation Day - November 7th, Russia
  
• Cretan National Day - November 8th, Greece
  
• Dia de Camana - November 9th, Peru
  
• Armistice Day - November 11th, Belgium, France, Switzerland
  
• Feast of St Martin - November 11th
  
• Remembrance Day - November 11th
  
• Veterans Day - November 11th
  
• Matinmas - November 11th, Celtic
  
  

The Fool, represents the "everyperson" - the essence of us all embarking on the journey of life, self-discovery and mastery. He is the innocent, the whimsical, the "inner child" mixed with the "inner sage" that lives down deep inside of us all. He faces life and his journey unafraid, trusting, the perfect example of total and utter faith that all will be well, that every experience has a deep essential meaning. He trapses along the crags of life, regardless of any hidden peril or disappointment, his eyes are turned to the heavens and he knows that he will be kept safe and whole along his travels. Key words associated with the Fool are new beginnings, important decisions and optimism. Because the Fool is trusting and open to all experiences, he provides the perfect role model as we too embark on our life journey. The Fool coaxes us to walk our own path, not the path of the "herd". To trust our own inner voice, our intuition and our inner knowing and to embark on our life course with faith and a stout heart. We need trust, faith in the goodness of life and people, and an undying belief that all will work out exactly as it should. The Fool is the ultimate "Free Spirit" - this card represents the self-actualized person, free from societal constraints, someone who is able to let go of outmoded beliefs and ideals with the courage to pursue their own special path.