I am not surprised to see 10 of Wands make an appearance in between Ostara, Passover, Easter, Vernal Equinox and so on. What seems to be a fun holiday for many often means extra burden for the caretakers of the home with extra shopping, cooking and all the trimmings that go into a holiday. 10 of Wands is the card of overwork, oppression, being burdened and difficulty with coping with the load. This is not always a bad thing, sometimes we have to bust our buns to meet a goal but if this feels like always rather than sometimes then the danger of burnout can occur.

Its hard "keeping up with the Joneses" and the demands on our time are greater than ever. Perhaps its time to check out of the race and do things your way. Suzie needs a non harried Mother more than she needs another extra curricular activity.


1. I am overwhelmed by... but I continue because...
2. Here are some creative ways I can  lighten my load...
3. I need to be willing to give up some things in order to care for myself better; they are the following...
4. I resist putting down my burden because I am afraid the following will happen...