Pick-A-Pile: End of Summer Vibes | Messages From Higher Self Of What To Focus On Next
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Pile 1
Tarot Cards: King of Cups, Strength, 8 of Wands, The Hierophant, Knight of Pentacles
Hello, my radiant Pile 1's. As we bid farewell to the sun-soaked days of summer, let's delve into the messages that your Higher Self wishes for you to receive. Our journey begins with the King of Cups, a card that signifies emotional balance and control. Your Higher Self is urging you to balance your emotions as we transition from the zealous energy of summer into the introspective calm of autumn. This card indicates a need to harness the ability to manage feelings in a mature and balanced manner, exuding the calmness and diplomacy the King of Cups represents.
The Strength card comes next, urging you to embody inner strength and resilience. The end of summer often brings change, and your Higher Self wants you to navigate these changes with courage and patience. Remember, true strength doesn't lie in physicality — it comes from within. Harness your inner fortitude to overcome any obstacles that cross your path.
The pace quickens with the 8 of Wands, a card symbolizing movement and rapid progression. It seems that the tranquility of the previous cards is about to shift significantly. Seize the swift energy of this card and prepare for rapid changes. Whether it's a new project, a sudden trip, or an unexpected communication, brace yourself for a quick transition. Your Higher Self is nudging you to be agile, adaptable, and ready to move.
Next, we meet The Hierophant — a call towards spiritual wisdom and guidance. This card is a gentle reminder that sometimes, the answers we seek lie within us. Your Higher Self encourages you to trust in the spiritual guidance you've been receiving. Whether through dreams, meditation, or simply a gut feeling, honor these spiritual messages and allow them to guide you.
Finally, standing firm is the Knight of Pentacles. This knight is a symbol of hard work, productivity, and routine. It's time to ground yourself, my dear Pile 1's. Despite the rapid changes that 8 of Wands suggests, the Knight of Pentacles advises you to remain steadfast and focused. Your Higher Self is sending a clear message: Remain disciplined, consistent, and patient.
So, my beautiful Pile 1's, your end-of-summer vibes guide you to balance, strength, swift movement, spiritual wisdom, and steadfast dedication. Your Higher Self implores you to embrace these energies as you navigate the transition from summer into autumn. Remember, change is inevitable, but it's how we adapt to that change that truly defines us. Embrace this journey with courage and grace as every step, every transition, and every end leads to a new beginning, a new adventure waiting to be explored.
Pile 2
Tarot Cards: 2 of Cups, Page of Swords, 7 of Swords, Ace of Pentacles (in reverse), 5 of Swords
Let's dive right in, my delightful Pile 2's. First up is the 2 of Cups, a card symbolizing mutual attraction, love, and unity. This card suggests that as summer ends, it's time to focus on the relationships that genuinely matter to you. Nurture those bonds, reciprocate the love you receive, and express your feelings openly. Let your heart lead the way.
Next, we have the Page of Swords, known for its sharp intellect, curiosity, and thirst for knowledge. This card whispers to you: "Embrace your inquisitiveness, my dear Pile 2's". As we transition into autumn, focus on learning, growth, and mental fortitude. The Page of Swords calls for you to wield your mind like a sword, cutting through confusion and uncertainty.
The 7 of Swords, the card of strategic planning and stealth, struts in next. This card urges you towards cleverness, caution, and discretion. It's time to plan your path carefully, avoiding unnecessary confrontations. The 7 of Swords reminds you to be alert and not to underestimate the power of a well-thought-out strategy.
Ah, the Ace of Pentacles in reverse. This card, usually a symbol of new financial opportunities, when reversed, alerts you to missed opportunities or lack of planning. It's a strong reminder to pay attention to the material aspects of life. Money matters, my Pile 2's, and it's about time you organized your finances, planned your investments, and focused on building a secure future.
Finally, we meet the 5 of Swords, the card of conflict and tension. However, don't fret, my dears. This card is not a warning, but a call to acknowledge and face any lingering conflicts. It's about asserting your point of view and standing your ground, even if the odds seem against you.
So, my precious Pile 2's, your end of summer vibes guide you towards love, intellect, strategy, financial prudence, and assertiveness. Your Higher Self implores you to embrace these energies as summer wanes and autumn arrives. Remember, every transition is a chance for growth, and every conflict is an opportunity to strengthen your resolve. So, step into the autumn sun with courage, wisdom, and a heart full of love. After all, every end is just a new beginning waiting to be explored.
Pile 3
Tarot Cards: King of Swords, Queen of Pentacles, King of Pentacles, 6 of Swords, Knight of Wands
Greetings, my Pile 3's! As we bid farewell to the warmth of the summer sun, your Higher Self has some intriguing messages for you. Let's delve into these cards and unveil what's in store for you.
The King of Swords is the first card we meet, and he’s whispering messages of mental clarity and truth. He urges you to lean into your intellect, harness your strategic mind, and cut through the noise with unwavering honesty. Remember, my dears, the power of clear communication and the value of truth should not be underestimated.
Next, we have the Queen of Pentacles. This queen of nurturing and practicality is encouraging you to ground yourself. Your Higher Self wants you to focus on stabilizing your environment, whether it's home, work, or your relationships. Take time to nurture and appreciate what you have built, and keep your feet firmly planted on the ground.
Now, we encounter the King of Pentacles, a symbol of wealth, business, leadership, and stability. His presence is a reminder that success comes from persistence and hard work. So, my Pile 3's, this is the time to buckle down and focus on your career, your ambitions. The fruits of your labor are within reach, but only if you're willing to commit and put in the required effort.
The 6 of Swords then sails in, signifying a journey or transition. The waters may seem murky initially, but trust in your ability to navigate through it. This card is urging you to embrace change and transition, with the promise of brighter days on the horizon. So, don't fear, my loves, for each step you take brings you closer to your destination.
Finally, we meet the Knight of Wands, a fiery figure full of passion and ambition. The Knight is encouraging you to harness your energy and channel it towards your goals. Keep that flame of enthusiasm burning bright, and let it guide you forward on your journey of life.
So, my cherished Pile 3's, as summer fades into autumn, your Higher Self is guiding you towards a period of clarity, grounding, concentrated effort, embracing transition, and harnessing your passion. As the seasons change, so do the chapters of your life. Stand tall like the King of Swords, nurture like the Queen of Pentacles, work hard like the King of Pentacles, and move forward like the 6 of Swords while letting your passion blaze like the Knight of Wands. Remember, every end is a precursor to a beautiful new beginning, and every lesson learned is a stepping stone towards your higher purpose.
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Snippet following Silverstone 2023 from the current pr fic wip!
Carlos calls Lando on Monday when he’s back in Maranello, if only to hear his voice. Collapsed into the sofa, fresh from the shower after his run.
Lando answers on the third ring, a warm, “Hey,” reaching Carlos’ ears.
It’s the single sweetest syllable Carlos has heard in the last forty-eight hours.
“Hey. I didn’t tell you yesterday, but congrats on the podium. You deserved it. You looked so good up there.”
Lando hums, an evident smile in his voice despite how hard he’s trying to fight it. “Thanks. It was pretty cool, not to rub it in.”
“It’s quite the view. I remember from last year.”
“Maybe next year I’ll be up on that top spot.”
“Maybe I’ll join you.” It’s quite the thought, one that has Carlos feeling more wistful than he was prepared for. They’re overdue a podium together— yet to fulfill their 1-2 wish from back at McLaren.
“You promise?” Lando asks.
It’s Carlos’ turn to hum, letting the conversation fall into a lull. He scratches at a spot on his neck he’d nicked while shaving and mentally curses when his fingernail catches against it.
“What are you doing right now?” Lando asks. Carlos would tease him about the suggestive nature of his question if he felt like they were at a place where they could.
As it is, Carlos feels like he’s walking across shards of glass.
“Just got in from a run and showered— in Maranello for now. What about you?”
“Spending a couple of days with my family before going back to Monaco. It’s nice to kind of just decompress for a bit. Log off social media.”
“Stay off the algorithm,” Carlos adds.
Lando sighs. “Suppose I should apologize for the last few weeks. My head’s not been great, and I’m trying to deal with it.”
“Lando, you don’t have to apologize.”
“No, I do because Max has already told me off about it. I’ve just been avoiding you without telling you why, and that’s not fair to either of us. I just kept thinking about what you said about the European leg and how she was just gonna be around all the time, and it's made me sick to my stomach. Fuck, it makes me sick just saying it again. But I don’t want this to ruin us.”
“Shit…” is all Carlos can say. He’s had a sneaking suspicion, but to hear it confirmed is something else. “I should’ve been more demanding about her not coming golfing.”
“It’s not just the golfing, Carlos—”
“No, but I should’ve been more demanding. I should have said I wasn’t going and done something else with you. This has already taken so much.” Carlos knew it was doing damage, but now it's different.
Their promises to each other are coming unraveled in real time despite how much they try.
“What are you doing this week?” Lando asks, an edge of hope palpable in his voice. “I could come to you or you could come to me, and we could kind of just reset? More than Canada. Just exist a few days and forget about the world.”
The proposition sounds like one of the best ideas Carlos has ever heard. He can practically picture Lando in his bed, sitting on the kitchen counter, pressed up against the glass door in the shower.
He thinks about Monaco back in May and the utter bliss those handful of days were when it was just them. They shut the rest of the world out. It would be so easy to say yes now. It would be so easy to buy Lando’s plane ticket for him with a couple button clicks.
Carlos’ brain slams on the brakes.
“I don’t think this week will be good. I think the plan is to let everything settle before the summer break. Either of us being spotted where the other lives will only raise Caco and Guzman’s hackles.” Getting them to agree to let him have this break in the first place was a lot. The last thing he wants to do is laugh in their faces and tempt them into something.
“Yeah, sure. That’s fine.” Lando’s tone is clipped— the opposite of fine, Carlos knows.
“Lando,” Carlos begs. “We can do things together on Facetime maybe. We can make dinner together tonight? Maybe watch something together even though you will fall asleep halfway through. It’s not that I don’t miss you, cariño. It’s that I am trying to finish this as quickly as possible.”
Lando sighs. “I know. I think I’d really like to do those things. I’ll be back in Monaco tomorrow night. We can cook dinner then?”
Something inside Carlos settles. “Yeah, that sounds good. I will figure us out a recipe. I can keep talking for now though if you are okay to.”
“I know I’ve been avoiding you, but I could still talk to you forever, you know.”
Carlos smiles to himself. “That’s good because so can I.”
They stay on the phone with each other for another hour and a half until Lando’s father evidently tells him dinner is ready. Carlos is morose to eventually let him go— he'd much rather choose to stay on the phone and talk about everything and nothing.
Carlos wants to hear more about the stack of old sketchbooks Lando found in the desk drawer in his room full of sticker designs. He wants to hear more about how when this is all over, Lando wants to bring Carlos home as his boyfriend and show him around.
Likewise, Carlos wants to keep telling Lando about the neighbors in his building and the people around town. He wants to talk about what color he should paint the living room because it’s too yellow as-is. He’s been spending more time there and has discovered he hates it.
Lando tells Carlos he’ll help paint it.
When they do hang up, Carlos feels better than he has in a while. It feels like something has shifted between them the tiniest bit. Not good or bad, but just different. It’s like they’ve taken a step back for a moment to something safer, and Carlos is oddly grateful for it even if he still wishes with every fiber of his being that he could have Lando here with him.
The next few days only reinforce the shift. Like taking a hit off an inhaler, suddenly Carlos feels like he can breathe again.
Sure, making dinner in parallel with each other feels silly, especially when Lando can’t get the peel off the garlic clove and he refuses to smash it with the knife because the instructions stated he has to slice the clove, and he can’t slice it if it’s crushed. If they were together, Carlos could help. Now, he just groans.
He feels less silly when they’re both lying in their respective beds the next night, the only light coming from each of their bedside lamps. Lando looks swamped in his hoodie, the hood pulled up and pushing some of his hair down onto his forehead.
“I want to kiss you so bad it makes my chest hurt,” Carlos murmurs. It feels like he’s shouting.
Lando gives him a sleepy smile. “I want to kiss you until my lips are so bruised it hurts. And then I want to keep going.”
“I want your name to be the first one I say when I wake up and the last one I say when I go to bed.”
“I want everyone to look at you and know I’m your other half.”
“I think the grid already does if I am being honest.”
“But I mean everyone. I want some random fan to think: Carlos Sainz? Oh yeah, he’s Lando Norris’.”
Just the idea sends a shiver up Carlos’ spine.
They go back and forth for an embarrassingly long time. Carlos doesn’t wish Lando was there any less. He wants to trace the dimples in Lando’s cheeks and on his chin. He wants to kiss each and every freckle and mole and memorize the pattern of color in Lando’s eyes.
Lando falls asleep on the call, his bedside lamp still on. If Carlos was there, he could turn it off for him. Instead, he just watches Lando sleep until his own eyes grow too heavy to keep open.
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