The Hit List - Why? - The Tarot Lady

When I was a kid, I liked to ask why a lot. I was a nosey little twerp and wanted explanations for everything.

I drove my mother NUTS.

I get asked a lot of “why” questions about my work. I don’t mind. I like curious people. Here are a few of the recent besties:

Why don’t you answer the phone? Because I got sick of freebie seekers calling and trying to trick me into “giving a free sample” to “prove I’m true” – and yes, those types call a lot. Also, I’m trying to avoid my brother.

Why do you only book spots via email? See above. Besides, this allows me to keep a record in case the client (or me) gets the time mixed up. This week, I screwed up my schedule twice so I had only myself to blame – and emails to prove it.

Why do you listen to hip hop? Why don’t you?

Why do you read tarot? Because it works for me. I also read Oprah magazine because it works for me too. Shrugs.

Why do you write? See this post.

Why are there so many little plastic animals in your office? As a child, I was deprived of small plastic animals. I’m making up for lost time. Plus, they look cute in my videos.

Why do you do yoga? It helps me to breathe more, seethe less.

Why do you post so many cat photos over at Instagram? Because TaoZen thinks he is an internet celebrity. He insists.

Why did you create Six Second Tarot? Because some of us have short attention spans. And cats that take up a lot of time. See previous question.

Why did you stop doing tarot parties? I am an introvert and I’m happier in my own environment. If Milwaukee had good delivery, I’d never leave my house.

Why do you talk about food so much? I’m always hungry.

What’s your big why? I’m driven to help, always.

Why are you such a smartass? I don’t like to take anything too seriously. Except heart attacks. I do take them seriously.

Holiday greetings from “the boys” and a wee elf friend!

Other stuff:

I love this story about the student raising money for the homeless man who offered to give her cab fare. Big yes to this kindness!

Ever wonder what happens when you step on lava? Here ya go.

I’ve been enjoying exploring Tumblr. Here’s Buzzfeed’s list of the 32 Best Things That Happened on Tumblr.

Victoria’s Secret is selling nasty, used underwear. WTF?!

How to market yourself when you’re feeling low – great post from Corrina Gordon-Barnes: When It’s Virtually Impossible To Show Up.

Some people will buy anything. Way to go, Cards of Humanity.

Hilarious! How to be a Ladyperson for the Holidays. Because magazine ads are ridiculous sometimes.

A cat club in New York? Another reason to visit the Big Apple in spring!

Ever have a stranger send you some obvious cut-and-paste email begging you to promote their product or contribute to their Kickstarter campaign? I have. Christiana Gaudet puts the smack-down on those bad internet manners.

Do you watch Shark Tank? I tried but hated it. Here’s why it’s bad for your business.

I love the Baby Name Critic. Too funny!

Little Red Tarot is comprising a database with all kinds o’ sites on it. She’s also got a great new Astro DIY feature for budding astrologers.

I got a lovely shout-out from Danielle Cohen this week! So happy to know that my work is helpful.

I was honored to be a contributor over at Butter and Beast. This fab blog combines business wisdom with recipes! Check out my story and get my favorite cheesecake recipe.

It’s almost the end of the year. Not sure how to set your goals? Divine your goals for 2015 with these tips from Amelia Quint of The Midheaven.

I’m into planning. Like REALLY into it. I signed up for Cornerstone, a new offering from Laura Simms, to refine my planning strategies.

And then I fell down the Filofax hellhole and have been watching videos and reading blogs such as Philofaxy. ACK! You know you have a problem when you are lusting after planning supplies!

This is the Filofax that I’m all gaga-eyed over: Filofax 2015 A5 Organizer, Calipso Purple (C022496-15)

I’m also investigating other Filofax things I didn’t know I “needed” like this Filofax Personal 6 Hole Punch and these Filofax Accessories Stickers Personal Organizer – FF-130137. Someone stop me – PLEASE!

What I’m Grateful For:

Humor

A brief moment in my day

Spectacular customer service

New pens

Fresh calendars

Christmas

Soundtrack for 12/20/14: Why by Annie Lennox – such a beautiful song!