Dream Analysis: Don’t let the police tow away your Winnebago

Andrew:  Last night I dreamed that I was driving a car through the rain.  The car wasn’t handling very well and kept sliding.   When the traffic light turned red I tried to stop, but the car skidded into the intersection right in front of the police.  I was worried that I would get a ticket, but the police didn’t seem to notice.  I decided what I needed to drive something new, so I bought a motor home.  I planned to use for a cross country vacation.  I parked it in front of my house and planned to leave the next morning when it stopped raining.  Later, when I went to find it, the motor home was gone.  It had been towed away by the police.  I was at first upset, then irritated and afraid that this would prevent me from leaving, but I was able to retrieve it from impound without a problem.  As I was climbing into the motor home, I saw a woman and her daughter, who was crying, sitting on the curb.  The woman told me that her husband abused her and would sometimes stuff a sock in her daughter’s mouth to keep her quiet.  I invited them to join me and, we drove out of town. 

Eric: There is a great deal of worry about the police in your dream.  In dreams, the police often represent someone in authority. Motor homes, many times, symbolizes our need to move on in some aspect of life.  You changed from a car that was giving you trouble to a larger vehicle.  You seem to want to move on to bigger and better things, but you are afraid that an authority figure may hold you back.  This worry that you are being held back is also present when you see the stop light and when the motor home, your chance to move on, is towed away.  In both cases, what worried you turned out to not be as bad as you feared.  Ultimately, you are able to drive away in your motor home saving the abused woman, often a representing a feeling that you are being taken advantage of in your waking life, and her daughter who is often gagged so her voice cannot be heard.  To resolve your dream, realize that you have the ability to move on from what is holding you back.  Despite feeling cheated and ignored, moving on is easier than you think it is. 

Consulting the Tarot, I pulled the Strength card, along with the Page of Swords and the Ten of Pentacles. This is a very good sign.  The Strength card is fairly obvious.  It reminds you to draw upon your inner strength; doing so will help you overcome any obstacle. The Page of Swords tells me you have more than your share of energy, passion and enthusiasm.  You can’t wait to get started with the next stage of your development.  It is also the card of new ideas and sharing those ideas with others.  The Ten of Pentacles is a sign that you have reached a point of completion in your journey and you are ready for your reward.  The Ten of Pentacles often appears when you are about to start a new career path.  Gather your strength, share your ideas and get ready to receive what you deserve. 

Andrew: That’s very interesting. I have been very frustrated with my work lately. I work at a small company, and  I am friends with the owner. Lately I feel like owner doesn’t realize the long hours I put in or the sacrifices I make. I also feel like I have gone as far as I can go, and I am ready to work for a larger company.  I scheduled an interview for next week, but I’m a little afraid of how much it would hurt the owner’s feelings if he found out. I really want this new job, but I feel guilty.  Thank you for the advice and the Tarot reading.  It really helps.

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Predictions for the period of February 16-28, 2014

ARIES (March 20-April 18)

Unexpected, painful circumstances caused you to lose your usual confidence.  Understand that this was in the past and it is time to move on.  Draw on that positive energy that was always within you and know that you will be victorious, as usual, once you put your mind to it.

TAURUS (April 19-May 19)

A recent period of instability or confusion will soon come to an end.  New ideas will start to present themselves to you.  You are not out of the woods yet but you are close.  It is better to move forward those last few steps and act on these ideas than to retreat.

GEMINI (May 20-June 19)

 Your long term planning and investments, both financial and personal, will lead to great rewards. Stick with it and keep your eyes on the horizon.  Recent, or soon to be seen, achievements will point the way to even greater success.

CANCER (June 20-July 21)

You are knee deep in the middle of a conflict, and it is starting to feel harder and harder to take a step forward.  Just remember, when everyone talks at once nobody listens. To get out of this situation, you have two choices, be a good listener or tune them out altogether. 

LEO (July 22-August 21)

You will soon have a choice to make.  Making that choice may hurt someone or some group but help another.  Don’t over think it.  In your heart you know the right thing to do, listen to your instincts.  Use your passion to take the first steps.

VIRGO (August 22- September 21)

It is like the dawn of a new day, and you are, or you will soon feel, back in control.  Think back on a time when you thought you would never get past a challenge and now feel proud that you proved yourself wrong.  Remember that you can overcome anything if you put your mind to it. 

LIBRA (August 22- September 21)

Give yourself a break, Libra.  Lately you have been feeling the pressure, and you deserve some “me” time.  Splurge on something frivolous, call out sick, or take a mini-vacation.  You will be surprised how much this will help renew your focus.

SCORPIO (October 22- November 20)

If you have a project due, now is the time to give it just a little push.  An older authority figure has his/her eye on you.  You have the skills, natural talent and experience.  Show this authority figure that you deserve to go to the next level, and you won’t be disappointed.

SAGITTARIUS (November 21- December 20)

Someone in your inner circle needs your advice.  While this person is only focused on the problem, you see the whole picture including a solution.  Now is not the time to bite your tongue.  A trip may be coming your way, start planning for it.

CAPRICORN (December 21-January 19)

Self-discipline  and will power are what is needed.  Push away temptation.  Do the right thing and stick with it.  Time for you, or someone close to you, to be honest.   They say when you keep a secret, it’s a sure sign you know you are doing something wrong.

AQUARIUS (January 20-February 18)

A mentor, advocate or advisor offers you some good advice.  Take it.  Now is not the time to be too angry or proud to ask for help.  Be a good listener and give it a try.  A successful person combines good advice with their own experiences.

PISCES (February 19-March 19)

The time is now.  You have been in the thinking and planning stages for awhile now, take action.  Pay special attention to your dreams at this time.  Both your conscious and your unconscious mind are working  together to show you the way.

Eric Kirby is a professional tarot reader, dream interpreter and psychic.  For a personal reading please contact him via email ericxkirby@gmail.com

Dream Analysis: Trapped in a Shopping Mall Eating Cotton Candy

Richard: Last night I dreamed I was at the mall.  As I walked around looking at all the stores, I was eating a giant cotton candy – it was sooo good.  I window shopped for awhile, but then started to become worried because I couldn’t find the exit.  I really wanted to find a way outside because I needed to smoke.  I wandered around and around but still couldn’t find the door.  As I turned a corner, I found a guy I had flirted with earlier in the week.  He showed me the way out of the mall; we had to go to a fountain in the center of the mall and ride out on a gondola.

Eric: In dreams, a shopping mall is a symbol of materialism and the need to keep up with the latest trends.  It also stands for the choices you make when establishing your own identity.  Cotton candy represents preoccupation of pleasure, not thinking about anything other than feeling good.  When you were walking through the mall, you started to get worried that you wouldn’t be able to find your way out, and you would be stuck in a materialistic and hedonistic state.  You needed a cigarette, which may be seen when you are having difficulty giving up something that at first seems pleasurable, but may not be good for you in the long run.  I think that your dream means you are starting to worry that you are focusing too much on a pursuit of shallow pleasures and material things, such as designer labels, latest technology, etc.  You are trying to reconcile your need to be perceived as rich, stylish and the best with deeper thoughts and pursuits.  You are looking for a way out of this cycle.  The gondola represents you need to take time off and sail away from a present situation.

I first pulled the Nine of Pentacles which represents gratitude, luxury and self-sufficiency.  Take stock of what you have and how far you have come.  You have built a great life for yourself.  Always striving for more is a good thing, but also find pleasure in what you have attained and acquired.  I also drew the Seven of Cups and The Devil card.  The Seven of Cups warns us when there is a risk of illusion.  Try to separate what you really want and who you truly are from what is wishful thinking.  Be clear on what you are working toward.  The Devil, in this case, represents addictions and over emphasis on material wealth.  The Devil and the Seven of Cups are both warning you to not become so obsessed with becoming a millionaire or owning a fancy car that you have forget the importance of investing in your relationships or yourself.

Richard: Thank you.  I would like to dispute your reading, but I have already been shopping three days in a row this week.  I have been putting everything I have into getting a huge bonus at work and neglecting some of the people around me.  I will take your advice.

Your dreams are a look inside your mind.  Do you have a dream you need interpreted?  Email Eric X. Kirby

Predictions for the period of February 1-15, 2014

ARIES (March 20-April 18)
The time is now.  An opportunity has been, or will soon be, presented to you, and you have the right combination of skills and determination to be successful.   All signs point to your ability to manifest what you want.  Be careful not to sacrifice your connection with someone in pursuit of your goals.

TAURUS (April 19-May 19)
You may start to see things in a different way.  The beliefs that you held so strongly to are starting to drop away, and while at times this may seem painful or confusing now that it will be a change for the positive in the end.  Don’t worry though; this state of flux will be over before you know it.  

GEMINI (May 20-June 19)
A situation from your past didn’t turn out the way you planned.  Your regrets and disappointment is making you feel disconnected from everything and everyone.  Stop forcing things. A solution will come to you once you give yourself time and a license to wait until your energy is flowing better.  

CANCER (June 20-July 21)
You have a decision to make.  You have to decide for yourself if you are ready let go and not let that someone else dictate your future.  Don’t let that family member’s of coworker’s negative energy sabotage you.  Sometimes the best way to achieve peace is simply not fighting.

LEO (July 22-August 21)
Sometimes taking a step back and truly considering your options to determine the right thing to do.  You motor is always running at top speed, but for once ease up on the accelerator.  No matter what you will be successful, but a little compassionate contemplation will mean the difference between just barely crossing the finish line and celebrating in the winner’s circle.

VIRGO (August 22- September 21)
You are starting to feel like overextended and that the sacrifices you made from business or love are not worth the rewards.  Before you give up on everything you have achieved, ask yourself if some better time management might help achieve the work/love/personal life balance you desire.

LIBRA (August 22- September 21)
The change that began is still in its early stages.  Just know that it is going to take as long as it needs to reach completion.  There is a process and a timing for these things that’s beyond your control.  The longer you delay making necessary decisions, though, the longer this change will take. 

SCORPIO (October 22- November 20)
Put aside your negative thoughts and focus on what you have and what you have to offer.  There is a good possibility that an opportunity is coming your way.  Don’t be so focused on what you’re missing and let this opportunity pass you by.  

SAGITTARIUS (November 21- December 20)
An interesting invitation is coming.  When faced with a decision of going with your head or following your heart, you picked the heart every time.  When this exhilarating experience presents itself, balance your decision with a little bit of your head and you won’t be disappointed.  A dream will point the way.

CAPRICORN (December 21-January 19)
That sacrifice that you have been dreading isn’t needed, but you will have to make a decision: do you stick with what you know or step outside your comfort zone.  It may be difficult, but taking that first step will give you the confidence you need.  You know your goal.  With a little planning you’ll be successful.

AQUARIUS (January 20-February 18)
Ideas, ideas ideas.  You are not in short supply, both good ideas and bad ones.  There is nothing wrong with running with one of these ideas and moving forward.  Sit down and make a list so you don’t get hit with information overload. A little planning is needed to turn this idea into a reality.

PISCES (February 19-March 19)
Your independence is very important to you.  Sometimes you are too rigid in your need to balance your work and home lives, while trying to find a little “me” time as well.  You are starting to feel like you’re comprising and settling for less.  Don’t give up, but allow for some flexibility in your strict schedule.

Eric Kirby is a professional tarot reader, dream interpreter and psychic.  For a personal reading please contact him via email ericxkirby@gmail.com