Whew, I am coming off a GREAT weekend full of girl-packed fun.
Just a few hours after my spouse left for a business trip, my girlfriend skipped into my entryway with her overnight bag and a Ziploc of large balls of cookie dough. Oh yes—the weekend kicked off with fresh-baked chocolate chip cookies, and things only got better from there.
We chatted over multiple cups of coffee and tea, ate LOTS of snacks, walked the cemetery, howled over a card game that informed us that “avocado” is derived from a word meaning ‘testicle,’ and sobbed in the theater watching Frankenstein.
We drank more tea and brainstormed some character ideas for the new story she’s writing. (!) We shopped and then drank more coffee at our favorite coffee shop. (I’m talking about you, Mosaic.)
An entire weekend dedicated to fun, frolic, and friendship. Why are sleepovers only something we do when we are young? Why can’t we carry on the tradition into adulthood? There’s definitely something to be said for enjoying a slumber party without teenage angst or the worry that someone might pour warm water in your hand while you sleep.
If you can, get a night on the calendar ASAP. My friend and I managed to fit it in before things got hectic, but during the post-holiday winter slump, when everything feels especially dull, this kind of break may feel even more necessary. If your spouse isn’t generous enough to give you the entire house for a week, consider renting a hotel room or a bed and breakfast if it’s doable! You deserve it.
Tarot Time!
This sleepover vibe is big-time Three of Cups energy. Heck, you might even find yourself recreating the image, dancing around with a full cup of something in your hand. (I won’t judge you if you’re naked.)
The Three of Cups celebrates belonging, connection, and joy. I love how the ladies on this card are focused on the cups, being fully present in their celebration of themselves and each other.
This is a great card to embody now, whether you can actually spend uninterrupted, overnight time with a pal or not. When the schedule gets hectic, we often forget how important it is to pencil in some playtime. This, to me, is the Reason for the Season. Togetherness filled with meaningful connection, with people we enjoy spending time with. Give that gift to yourself this year!
Write About It
Is that suggestion giving you the uncomfy feels? Do you often feel ‘selfish’ for wanting alone or playtime, ESPECIALLY during the ‘most wonderful time of the year’? Sit with that feeling and ask yourself why. What do others expect from you? What do you expect from yourself? Is that realistic? Are you in a place where you can start taking some of that time and energy back for yourself?
This could be a great focus for a character in your story, or even an idea for a chapter or story itself. Little House on the Prairie television fans…remember that time Caroline (Ma!) was so excited to get alone time at the house to do her own thing, but then she ended up almost having to amputate her own infected leg? (I hate that this feels like a cautionary tale for women to dare to wish for such a thing. Or is that just me?) Personally, I think this happened because her ‘down-time, Devil-may-care’ plans were to bake numerous pies for the church bake sale.
What I Did
Oh, but this Three of Cups/slumber party business is not my big news. I finally got myself on TikTok. Are you rolling your eyes? Me too. Oh, how I’ve been resisting it. I don’t even like the whole social media thing, the Big Brother feel of it all. But I do Instagram and Threads, and even dabble a bit on the old Facebook. TikTok has always felt like another planet, where young, pretty people are way too clever for their own good. How could I keep up?
And then I realized, Hey. If I really want to help others explore themselves and their creative passion with the tarot, I need to try to reach as many as I can. I’d love to have you join me if you are, too! I’ve started doing weekly writing prompts with the cards, and be on the lookout as I share more about my fantasy novel. Click on the button below to give me a follow—I’d love to connect!
Until next time!
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