My Sacred Path Cards
A very long time ago, I was given my first set of tarot cards. I tried to work with them but everytime I did, I got this sick feeling and a need to smudge. So I passed the cards on.
It was when I met GreyHawk an Elder who introduced me to the cards that I was suppose to read. The cards are Native American Tarot cards called: Sacred Path Cards, By: Jamie Sams
I have been reading these cards since about 1991. Take it from me, the cards that you are meant to read will manifest when you least expect it.
Sacred Path Cards
The Discovery of Self-Trhough Native Teachings
Sacred Path Cards: The Discovery of Self Through Native Teachings
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As I mentioned above, it is through GreyHawk introducing me to these cards that lead me to do readings with them. I have never done a reading that has not hit on something the recipient was not experiencing within their life. I listen very closely to "Spirit" when I do my readings.
Jamie Sams is of Iroquois and Cherokee descent. She is a medicine teacher and author of numerous books.
Jamie Sams
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My Attachment to My Cards
I have been trying to decide how to write this lens and decided since it was 48th one I have written, I will do the same as with my others; tell you my own story.During our Homestead Journey I ended up getting rid of my first set of cards because it was time. I do believe my cards were the last thing to go besides my very old cauldron.
When I was lead to do readings again, I went onto Amazon.com and purchased another set that were used, along with the Sacred Path Workbook. GreyHawk told me the two sort of went hand in hand with each other.
The day came when I received my cards and I was amazed. I immediately emailed the girl I purchased them from and told her how thrilled I was with them. I was a little worried because you never know, but I should have known because Spirit lead me so carefully to them. The cards were in excellent shape, and by the energy had not been used very much. So I blessed and smudged them with sage and did a reading for myself.
As always, every single card was exactly what I needed to read and exactly where I was on my path. The card set comes with 44 illustrated cards and a hardcover book that list 9 different spreads. It also gives an indepth explanation and teaching for each card.
In every reading I have done (and it has been MANY) I have used the same spread, the only difference is I use to incorporate an Animal Medicine Card to explain which Spirit Animal Guide was with the recipient at that time to help them on their path.
I do the Four Direction Spread. Each card represents a direction and explains what that card can teach you if you follow the guidance. All of the spreads are good, but this is the one that feels right for me.
I explain the card as it is written in the book, and I deliver the personal messages that I am told too. I believe more so in making people aware of their situations and solutions instead of saying The cards say to do this or that! My cards do say to do this or that but offers awareness of something you need to know and work on. It is your choice if you want to use that direction or not.
Here is an example: I may get the Drum Card. When this card is drawn, it is telling you that you are being asked to find your own internal timing. You may be pushing yourself too hard, and when you do this, you skip a beat. This cards helps to teach you to honor your own rhythm, and to come back into harmony with Self. The Drum also speaks of allowing yourself to be supported by Mother Earth's Heartbeat. In all cases for this card it is teaching you to find your own rhythm.
My personal message for this card if I drew it for myself today would be to slow down, because I have a horrible habit of doing many things at once. Somewhat like thinking I am five people and I can do everything I want too; right at the time I want to do it. If I slow myself down, I can get back into rhythm and things would go better. My Self would not feel so pushed and rushed.
It is a teaching, not telling a person what to do. It allows everyone to think and react the way they need to without anyone planting those seeds into your psychi.

Winter Serenity
I am so honored
The above picture Winter Serenity is my husbands work. He also made the dreamcatcher that is in the picture and incorporated it into this scene.
I am using it with his permission, See more of his work at: WhiteOak50 Zazzle
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Animal Medicine Cards
Medicine Cards: The Discovery of Power Through the Ways of Animals
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This is the other set of tarot cards I use to incorporate into my readings. These cards are great for anyone who wants more focus on the medicines that our Animal Totems have for us. This would be a great asset to your collection.
Do you do readings? Share which Tarot you were lead to use.
Jewelsofawe wrote...
I used to have the medicine cards, but seem to have lost them. I have used the sacred path cards. My aunt has them or maybe my mom, one of the two.
Great lens.
I still have many cool decks, but hardly touch them lately or in years.
jacquelinestone wrote...
Many years ago, I had the Sacred Path cards and book. They are indeed beautiful. I used to draw the card for clear intent a lot.
Lovely job on the lens, WhiteOak!
TimKessler wrote...
Cool lens. I've always loved Tarot and have never seen a Native American set before. Need to add it to my collection.










