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𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐨, 𝐈'𝐦 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐞. German-English author, writer, painter & artist. Born in the late '50s. Books: pressenet.info/rider-waite-tarot.html I like pets & support writers, artists & tarot lovers. #booksky #tarot #tarotsky #writing #reading #literature

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𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒕𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒓@tarot-secrets· 2d

The Court Cards in the Rider-Waite Tarot deck www.pressenet.info/english/ride... The Court Cards (King, Queen, Knight and Page) are among the most intriguing and contradictory of the Minor Arcana in the Rider-Waite Tarot. #tarot #tarotcards #tarotsky #tarotreader #tarotreading #booksky

The Court Cards (King, Queen, Knight and Page) are among the most intriguing and contradictory of the Minor Arcana in the Rider-Waite Tarot. Read an excerpt from Eleonore Radtberger's book 'Decoding the Wisdom of Rider-Waite Tarot'.

𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒕𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒓@tarot-secrets· 6d

Star in the night. A short story set during the #Holocaust www.pressenet.info/english/star... Mum's hand digs into my shoulder so hard that I almost scream, but I bite my tongue. No one's allowed out after dark. The Blackshirts pass through the gateway. #booksky #writing #reading #literature

Star in the night is a short story set during the Holocaust.

Mum's hand digs into my shoulder so hard that I almost scream, but I bite my tongue. No one's allowed out after dark. The Blackshirts pass through the gateway. One of them stops. He approaches us in the darkness. I don't even take a breath.

𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒕𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒓@tarot-secrets· 20d

Fantasy short novel: 'When Stories Died' www.pressenet.info/english/fant... Alexander Sandmann vividly describes his story, using words that paint a clear picture in the reader's mind. There's no over-the-top drama, which is what makes the story so interesting. #booksky #writing #reading #review

When Stories Died is a fantasy short novel by Austrian author Alexander Sandmann. The author vividly describes his story, using words that paint a clear picture in the reader's mind. There's no over-the-top drama, which is what makes the story so interesting. As befits a storyteller, he also serves as a reminder of things we may have forgotten. Read our review.

𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒕𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒓@tarot-secrets· 21d

The Snow Queen (Short story) www.pressenet.info/english/the-... Anne is sitting on the low stone wall outside. She's been thinking about running away, but the Snow Queen would find her anyway. Yet Anne is all alone. She is dreaming of ice crystals. #booksky #horror #fantasy #reading #literature

The Snow Queen (Dreaming of ice crystals) is a short story by Ilona E. Schwartz.

Anne is now sitting on the low stone wall outside. She's been thinking about running away, but the Snow Queen would find her anyway. Everyone belongs to the Queen now: Dad, Mum, Tommy and Helli. Yet Anne is all alone, so she decides to wait for the wicked Snow Witch. Once the witch has cast her spell, Anne won't feel a thing and will become just like the others.

𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒕𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒓@tarot-secrets· 27d

#Lucky bears! A true story about two bear #brothers www.pressenet.info/english/luck... Plush #bears are often the first proper #friends you have. You never forget them. It's really touching that someone went to the trouble of dressing the bears. #booksky #writing #reading #literature

Lucky bears is a true story about two bear brothers.

Plush bears are often the first proper friends you have. You never forget them. It's really touching that someone went to the trouble of dressing the bears. They were both given two-tone overalls made from fine woollen fabric with a pretty pattern. Perhaps this was done to protect the ageing fur.

𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒕𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒓@tarot-secrets· Jul 10

Grassner and the act of creation (Short story) www.pressenet.info/english/act-... Grassner wasn't surprised that nobody intervened. People walked past the postman and the teenagers as if nothing were amiss. ... Read the full short story. #booksky #writing #reading #literature

Read the full short story: Grassner and the act of creation.

Grassner wasn't surprised that nobody intervened. People walked past the postman and the teenagers as if nothing were amiss. It really did seem as though nobody was actually noticing what was happening.

𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒕𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒓@tarot-secrets· Jul 3

Snake days (The deception of warm weather) www.pressenet.info/english/snak... A short story about homelessness: Soon, the little cold snake will grow into an icy python. She knows that, and before the fear of it can grip her, she stands up ... #booksky #writing #reading #literature #homeless

Read this short story about homelessness: Soon, the little cold snake will grow into an icy python. She knows that, and before the fear of it can grip her, she stands up. Her ritual is to tidy her trolley by arranging the items and covering them with plastic bags.

𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒕𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒓@tarot-secrets· Jun 27

The mountain lionesses' and their journey to freedom (Short story) www.pressenet.info/english/moun... The mountain lioness ignores everyone except Billie. From the outset, there has been an understanding between the #puma and the #girl. #booksky #writing #reading #literature

The mountain lionesses' and their journey to freedom is a short story.

The mountain lioness ignores everyone except Billie. Since she fell into a trap and was held captive, the puma has mostly refused food, except when Billie appears. From the outset, there has been an understanding between the puma and the girl.

𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒕𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒓@tarot-secrets· Jun 21

Megachiroptera and the warning signs of the times www.pressenet.info/english/mega... Read this short story about Batman: It wasn't that long ago that I left the Batmobile behind, a car that made me feel invincible. #booksky #writing #reading #literature #batman

Read this short story about Batman: It wasn't that long ago that I left the Batmobile behind, a car that made me feel invincible. The police are everywhere now. People no longer lurk in dark alleyways, waiting to steal wallets.

𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒕𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒓@tarot-secrets· Jun 18

The Four Aces in the Minor Arcana of the Rider-Waite Tarot deck www.pressenet.info/english/ride... Read an excerpt from "Decoding the Wisdom of Rider-Waite Tarot". Thank you for every repost or like! #tarot #tarotcards #tarotsky #tarotreader #tarotreading #booksky

In the Rider-Waite Tarot deck, the Four Aces of the Minor Arcana symbolise inspiration, love, truth and opportunity. Each of the Four Aces represents the pure element associated with its suit. Therefore, all cards should be viewed in this context.

Read an excerpt from "Decoding the Wisdom of Rider-Waite Tarot". Thank you for every repost or like!

𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒕𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒓@tarot-secrets· Jun 5

My rendezvous with #Death. The fear of #execution (Short story) www.pressenet.info/english/rend... Now the bloody moment has finally arrived. I didn't sleep at all last night, and I can still feel the fear. It stays with me and paralyses me. #booksky #writing #reading #literature

My rendezvous with Death, the fear of execution is a short story by Ilona E. Schwartz.

Of course I knew it would happen – it was only to be expected. Even though the verdict had been passed a long time ago, I had this irrational thought that perhaps it would never come to that. You know something is inevitable, but you try to push it out of your mind.
It's very difficult to do so here on death row, because you can't really lie to yourself. The monotony of the days – getting up, having breakfast, doing the rounds – creates a false sense of normality that calms your nerves. At least until you're handed the paper on which it's written in black and white: 'Execution on such-and-such a day next month.'
I haven't been here long and had hoped that my rendezvous with the abyss would take a little longer. I didn't want to come here – who would? But that's just how it turned out. I couldn't fight it, it must be my fate. Perhaps it doesn't sound normal for a man of my age to talk about such things or be slightly obsessed with them. But everyone understands that special circumstances give rise to special thoughts.

𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒕𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒓@tarot-secrets· May 30

Emotion Vending Machine (Short story) www.pressenet.info/english/emot... The story is about a young #woman who becomes lost in the #digital #world. She uses her #laptop like a magic mirror to create an idealised version of herself. #booksky #writing #reading #literature

Emotion Vending Machine is a short story. The story is about a young woman who becomes lost in the digital world. She uses her laptop like a magic mirror to create an idealised version of herself. In doing so, she pushes aside her real life and genuine intimacy, which fade away behind the digital facade.

𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒕𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒓@tarot-secrets· May 23

The legend of the Lake Constance monster and the water lily www.pressenet.info/english/lege... A long time ago, the people living around Lake Constance told tales of a #monster. Strange things were said to happen in the area ... #booksky #writing #reading #literature

A long, long time ago, the people living around Lake Constance told tales of a monster said to roam the area. For a time, particularly in the area where the town of Lindau was located – and still is today – some very strange things happened. At night, many residents claimed to have heard noises in the quiet alleys. They said it sounded like large, wet feet splashing around.

Many people in Lindau laughed it off, but not everyone did. Those who couldn't sleep at night had heard something, but they simply didn't dare open the shutters to see what was moving about in the dark alley. Many fishermen from Constance also reported incidents they had experienced at work. They spoke of sudden gusts of wind and whirlpools appearing at the most inopportune moments. Indeed, many a boat crew claimed to have narrowly escaped before their boat was dragged to the bottom of the lake.

Of course, there are always and at all times fearful people who want to believe everything they imagine when they pull their duvet over their heads, but eventually, it was no longer possible to pretend that everything was as it should be. More and more fishermen complained of empty and destroyed fish traps, and some returned from the lake with damaged boats and barges. They said that something had hit the hull with great force, causing bubbles to rise, but nothing had appeared.

𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒕𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒓@tarot-secrets· May 15

The secret of the elf tree. A story about #safety and #uncertainty www.pressenet.info/english/secr... In Sarah's world, things were either safe or not safe. #School wasn't safe. But the only safe thing in the courtyard was the elf tree. #booksky #writing #reading #literature

The secret of the elf tree is a tragic story about safety and uncertainty. In Sarah's world, things were either safe or not safe. School wasn't safe, but the long, lonely walk home was. Talking to the teacher was safe, but not to the other children. But the only safe thing in the courtyard was the elf tree.

𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒕𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒓@tarot-secrets· May 1

Nolan, the disc fighter (A #fantasy tale) www.pressenet.info/english/nola... A disc fighter who crashes is finished. No one cares about them anymore. But that usually doesn't matter much, because anyone who survives usually wishes they hadn't woken up ... #booksky #writing #reading #literature

Nolan, the disc fighter is a fantasy tale from the arena's oval.

Nolan stands in his box, breathing deeply with his eyes closed and his arms outstretched. His feet rest on a small levitating platform. His assistants put the finishing touches to his gear, fastening the straps around his feet and securing them firmly to the disc. The soft hum of their small levitators soothes Nolan. He can hear the background noise from outside, coming from the largest airfight arena this planet has ever seen. It seethes like a storm. This noise is pure fuel for the adrenaline racing through Nolan's veins, making him willing to risk everything.

A disc fighter who crashes is finished. No one cares about them anymore. But that usually doesn't matter much, because anyone who survives usually wishes they hadn't woken up if they still have their wits about them. Here, in the continental metropolis, the height of the fighters is limited only by technology, unlike in smaller provincial arenas, where it's more about fun. However, the stakes aren't as high there as they are here, where someone can easily lose their entire fortune. It's an adrenaline rush, not just for the fighters. Anyone exposed to the arena atmosphere for too long can't just shake it off. This collective tension and screaming, this immense mass of noise, speed and people gets into your blood.

𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒕𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒓@tarot-secrets· Apr 17

Arena: A day in the twilight of the Colosseum. A tale from ancient Rome www.pressenet.info/english/aren... Today is a big day for the arena, as many death sentences have been handed down in recent weeks, and they are being carried out today. #booksky #writing #reading #literature

Arena, a day in the twilight of the Colosseum, is a tale from ancient Rome.

Today is a big day for the arena, as many death sentences have been handed down in recent weeks, and they are being carried out today. The most gracious lord has ordered an arena chariot battle.

𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒕𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒓@tarot-secrets· Apr 9

Tarot-Cards of the Major Arcana: The Sun, Judgement & The World www.pressenet.info/english/ride... The Sun card embodies success and vitality. The Judgement card reflects rebirth and awakening. The World card symbolises completion and harmony. #tarot #tarotsky #booksky

Today, we will present three more cards from the Major Arcana of the Rider-Waite Tarot deck. Together, they symbolise vitality and joy, rebirth and awakening, as well as the successful completion of a journey.

The Sun card embodies success, vitality, and joy. It radiates positivity and enlightenment. It often signifies happiness, clarity, and personal growth, and suggests that a period of warmth, confidence, and positive outcomes is approaching.

The Judgement card reflects rebirth, awakening and self-reflection. It signals the need to evaluate past actions, make amends, and embrace transformation, and suggests that an important life decision or spiritual realisation is approaching.

In contrast, the World card symbolises completion, achievement, and harmony. It signifies the successful conclusion of a journey, representing fulfilment and integration. It encourages celebrating accomplishments and embracing new beginnings.

𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒕𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒓@tarot-secrets· Mar 20

Last Exit to Avalon. A modern story of Lancelot from the Lake www.pressenet.info/english/last... The story follows Anna, who picks up a hitchhiker named Lance. Despite his rough appearance, he seems friendly, but there is a mysterious air about him. #booksky #writing #reading #literature

Last Exit to Avalon is a modern story of Lancelot from the Lake.

The story follows Anna, who picks up a hitchhiker named Lance. Despite his rough appearance, he seems friendly, but there is a mysterious air about him. He talks about love, loss, and his life's journey, encouraging Anna to discover other paths.

𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒕𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒓@tarot-secrets· Mar 14

Invisible playmates: Anna and the angels (Fantasy short story) www.pressenet.info/english/invi... This story is about Christa, who is worried about her daughter, Anna. The girl is in contact with supernatural powers and talks to invisible playmates: angels. #booksky #writing #reading #literature

This fantasy short story is about Christa, who is worried about her eight-year-old daughter, Anna. The girl is in contact with supernatural powers and talks to invisible playmates – angels. Christa is looking for ways to protect Anna from these influences. The situation is further complicated by a series of inexplicable events.

𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒕𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒓@tarot-secrets· Mar 12

Ever wondered about the mystical world of Rider-Waite #Tarot? Dive into the secrets behind the beloved deck with my book 'Decoding the Wisdom of Rider-Waite Tarot'. Uncover the hidden meanings and stories behind each card. Link in bio. #RiderWaiteTarot #TarotReadings #SpiritualGrowth #Mysticism

Ever wondered about the mystical world of Rider-Waite Tarot? Dive into the symbolism and secrets behind the beloved deck with my book 'Decoding the Wisdom of Rider-Waite Tarot'. Uncover the hidden meanings and stories behind each card, and learn how to tap into the wisdom of this iconic deck. Get ready to unlock the mysteries of the universe, one card at a time.

𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒕𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒓@tarot-secrets· Mar 10

Albert's train journey (A short story from Norse mythology) www.pressenet.info/english/albe... This tells the story of Albert, who realises that his journey symbolises the end of his life's path. The three women are the Norns from Norse #mythology #booksky #writing #reading #literature

This tells the story of Albert, who realises that his journey symbolises the end of his life's path. The three women are the Norns from Norse mythology. These three goddesses of fate spin, weave and ultimately cut the thread of every human life.

𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒕𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒓@tarot-secrets· Mar 5

A visit to the Hallstatt Ossuary www.pressenet.info/english/a-vi... Ossuaries are storage places for skulls and bones, typically located in cemetery chapels. Skull painting is a highly regarded art form, albeit one that is rarely practised. #booksky #writing #reading #literature

Ossuaries are storage places for skulls and bones, typically located in cemetery chapels. Archaeological finds show that the custom of storing the skulls of the deceased in such places dates back many centuries. There are many impressive examples of this dating back to the twelfth century and the Romanesque period. There are probably several reasons why this was done. The most obvious reason is a lack of space in cemeteries.

A few years after the burial, graves were reopened and the skulls, and sometimes other bones, were removed. These remains were treated with the utmost respect. They were cleaned and exposed to sunlight or moonlight for several weeks. This resulted in bleaching, giving the bones an ivory colour. However, there were also spiritual reasons, such as purification, that went beyond the physical aspect. The skulls were then placed in the ossuary alongside the bones of deceased relatives, in a specific location.

𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒕𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒓@tarot-secrets· Feb 28

Spinach is more than just a vegetarian energy booster www.pressenet.info/english/spin... Why does spinach always have to be served with boiled potatoes, cream and fried eggs? The possibilities are virtually endless! #booksky #writing #reading #literature

You eat what's on the table! Besides, it's very healthy! These or similar words of authority would often be heard as food was served, while children would pout and some adults would raise a weary eyebrow. We're talking about spinach, which was a lunchtime scourge for years.

This is quite understandable, as according to the older generation, the green health miracle usually came with potatoes and fried eggs. Children rarely liked it, and probably neither did adults, because it was boring and not well seasoned. The fact that the texture of the green vegetable is slightly reminiscent of cow dung is probably an unpleasant insinuation, although leafy spinach was hardly ever served. Instead, it was the puréed version.

When frozen food first became popular, it took the world by storm. Spinach enriched with fat was offered as creamed spinach, which was quickly defrosted and served as a bland dish, often accompanied by potatoes and eggs. Later, this lump of fat, which was unsuitable for vegetarians, was touted as the ultimate food, probably boosting sales even further. However, spinach has much more to offer.

𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒕𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒓@tarot-secrets· Feb 26

Friendships: Houses in our society www.pressenet.info/english/frie... Some people love looking at houses. When you go for a walk, you often pass familiar facades that you have known for years. The arrangement of windows can make a house look like a face #booksky #writing #reading #literature

The picture shows a cat at the window.

When you go for a walk, you often pass familiar facades that you have known for years. The arrangement of windows and doors can make a house look like a face. Some houses look friendly, while others look rather forbidding. Over time, these houses develop a personality of their own. They seem like faces you have known for a long time.

The changing seasons are reflected in the windows. Decorations change, or a window remains dark for a long time until someone turns on the light again. Tiny houses assert themselves among the chic villas of the suburbs, like poor relatives. You want to applaud them for being so brave.

Apartment blocks stand like rocks in the cityscape. They are huge landmarks, but they obstruct the wider view. Familiar cosiness lines the paths you walk along. You know some of them well, but you know far less about others, because they don't know how to sneak into your line of sight.

𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒕𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒓@tarot-secrets· Feb 21

Shellac and the freedom of music www.pressenet.info/english/shel... Almost everyone loves #music. Thanks to resourceful minds, we can enjoy music as often as we want. Imagine a world without #sound recordings, where music could only be enjoyed live ... #booksky #writing #reading #literature

Almost everyone loves music, and it's something wonderful. Thanks to resourceful minds, we can enjoy music as often as we want. Imagine a world without sound recordings, where music could only be enjoyed live. People who play an instrument would be highly valued. Wouldn't it be hard for our spoilt generation to imagine that?

We are used to hearing music, or something similar, coming from almost every window, originating from some kind of recording. Supermarkets bombard us with it, and every other car blares out the groove. However, this has less to do with the category of 'music lovers' and more to do with incomprehensible urban rituals. At least it gives us an idea of what's in the charts at the moment. The fact that young people are becoming less and less responsive is not, anymore, largely due to generational conflict, but to those tiny earphones attached to equally tiny devices that can store an incredible amount of music. In fact, the environment in terms of the listening experience has changed rapidly and often over the last hundred years.

With the invention of the gramophone in the 1880s, music could be heard everywhere, not just in concert halls, at folk festivals or from street musicians. Wherever there was no domestic music, silence reigned in private spaces. However, this changed with the advent of the gramophone record, which was initially made of shellac. These discs achieved something unprecedented: you could take the music home with you and listen to it as often as you wanted.

𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒕𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒓@tarot-secrets· Feb 19

Late beauties: Spring-like floral magic in autumn www.pressenet.info/english/flor... Some beautiful flowers also bloom in autumn. Autumn crocus, goldenrod, wolfsbane, monk's pepper and chrysanthemum. #booksky #writing #reading #literature

After the abundance of spring and summer, autumn tends to make people a little sad. Gardens are being prepared for winter and, slowly but surely, fallen leaves are appearing on pavements and in parks. However, there are also some beautiful flowers to be found at this time of year.

Pretty autumn crocuses with delicate purple flowers can be seen in meadows and parks, spreading a kind of magic similar to that of spring blossom. However, be careful, as these beauties are poisonous and their leaves appear as early as spring. These leaves can easily be confused with healthy wild garlic, which has resulted in cases of poisoning among careless foragers. The leaves of autumn crocuses contain a highly poisonous alkaloid.

Anyone who enjoys autumn walks will be familiar with goldenrod. These lush, yellow-flowering shrubs add a splash of colour to the landscape before the grey-white season begins. Goldenrod greatly contributes to the beautiful image of a golden autumn.

𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒕𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒓@tarot-secrets· Feb 17

Regional customs: Memorial boards www.pressenet.info/english/regi... The tradition of memorial boards was widespread in Bavaria and the Alemannic region during the 19th century. Long boards bearing names and inscriptions can still be seen standing by the roadside ... #booksky #writing #reading

The tradition of memorial boards was widespread in Bavaria and the Alemannic region in the 19th century. It has also been documented in the Bohemian Forest in the Czech Republic. However, this old tradition of erecting memorial boards has now largely disappeared, except in a few places in southern Germany, particularly in eastern Bavaria and the Alpine foothills. In these areas, long, narrow boards bearing names, inscriptions and verses can occasionally still be seen standing by the roadside or grouped together in specific locations. These beautiful pieces often have a small canopy to protect the inscription from the elements.

These long boards are not used for laying out the body. Instead, they are memorial plaques erected in honour of the deceased. They were never used for this purpose. This tradition dates back to a time when coffin burials were uncommon in our culture. The body would be laid out in the house where the person had died, usually their own home. It would be placed on a long board, tied down, and carried to the grave.

Often, the body would be buried with the board, or the board would be slid gently into the grave. This process was called 'board sliding' and was also used as a euphemism for death and burial. The venerable death board was also aptly named the 'sliding board'. Unlike today, death was more integrated into life in centuries past, so this practice was not intended to be disrespectful.

𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒕𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒓@tarot-secrets· Feb 14

A new day begins for Julia (Short story) www.pressenet.info/english/a-ne... Julia giggles to herself again. As long as Mum doesn't come and wake her up, it's wonderful to imagine what the day ahead will bring. Read more! #booksky #writing #reading #literature

A new day begins for Julia is a Short story. Julia giggles to herself again. As long as Mum doesn't come and wake her up, it's wonderful to imagine what the day ahead will bring. Julia's bed is positioned so that she has a great view of the garden. That's why she knows how beautiful today will be.

𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒕𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒓@tarot-secrets· Feb 12

An excerpt from my book "Decoding the Wisdom of Rider-Waite Tarot" is available to read here: www.pressenet.info/english/ride... Cards of the Major Arcana: The Tower, the Star & the Moon #booksky #Mysticism #TarotBook #tarot #riderwaite #tarotdeck #tarotbook #TarotSky

Today, I will present three more cards from the Major Arcana of the Rider-Waite Tarot deck. Together, they represent unexpected change and renewal after hardship, leading to a deeper sense of self-awareness in our life's journey.

The Tower card symbolises sudden upheaval and chaos. It represents unexpected, often destructive, change that leads to revelation and growth. It prompts us to reassess beliefs and structures that no longer serve us.

The Star card embodies hope, inspiration and serenity. It signifies healing and renewal after hardship and encourages trust in the universe. It suggests guidance and a sense of direction, illuminating the path forward with optimism.

In contrast, the Moon card reflects intuition, dreams and the subconscious. It serves as a warning about illusions and uncertainty, urging introspection. It encourages embracing one's feelings and navigating fears to ultimately lead to deeper self-awareness and clarity.

𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒕𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒓@tarot-secrets· Feb 10

Flowers for Tom! Maybe there's more than one miracle (Short story) www.pressenet.info/english/flow... The woman walking ahead of me on the narrow forest path sparked my interest. It wasn't her appearance. She was throwing small, coloured flowers ... #booksky #writing #reading #literature