Botanical Inspirations

Mind Body & Soul Ezine Card Deck Review: Botanical Inspirations Deck and Book Set by Lynn Araujo, published by US Games Systems, Inc. Boxed set of 44 cards plus guidebook and pull out chart and card bag.

Full colour prints of illustrative paintings of 44 different flowers with the common name, Latin or other name, with keywords and a quotation. The booklet provides symbolism, flower lore, legend, hidden messages and affirmations. A Three-card reading and the Past, Present and Future reading is provided with examples. One card can be used for daily inspiration. Pick a card at random, look at the image and message. Close your eyes and meditate and make this image come alive. As it grows in your mind's eye, reach out your hand to feel its petals, put your face to the flower, feel its coolness on your brow, put it to your lips and feel its texture! Every day you choose a card, you will be given the gift of this flower until you choose another!

Sample: Clematis - Clematis Alpina. Symbolism: Intelligence and Mental Beauty. "Wisdom is the abstract of the past, but beauty is the promise of the future". Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr. The clematis is known for its climbing habit, gently making its way over arbours and trellises., lending a lofty beauty to the garden. It was 'christened' the Virgin's Bower'as a tribute to Queen Elizabeth I, who was taken by its enchanting fragrance. The flower became associated with her intelligence and mental beauty. Later, as the popularity of the clematis spread, the flower also came to emblemize worldliness. It was also called 'Traveler's Joy' since the spreading vine provided shade on porches and inn entrance ways.
Inspirational Message: Keep your feet firmly planted on the ground with the foundation of knowledge. Expand your mind with new experiences and your spirits will soar to new heights.
I possess a much loved book of prints of antique flower reproductions. At that time, they were delicately and beautifully painted, and are used often for recognition because of the fine detail. I love them. If you love the Secret Language of the Flowers, you will find great treasures of beauty here! 

Review by Wendy Stokes  https://wendystokes.co.uk