So, you’re thinking about grabbing your first Celestial Tarot deck, huh? Man, let me tell you, that was quite the ride for me, and I figured, why not spill all the beans on how I got mine? It wasn’t some grand plan or anything, just kinda happened, like most good things do, you know?
I remember it like it was yesterday, though it was probably a good year or so back. I’d been messing around with some old, borrowed RWS decks, just trying to get a feel for things. They were alright, did the job, but they never really clicked with me, not deep down. It was like wearing someone else’s shoes – they fit, but they weren’t mine.
Then, one lazy afternoon, just scrolling through stuff online, not even looking for tarot, really, just seeing what’s up. And bam! A picture popped up. It was a Celestial Tarot card. The colors, the stars, the planets, all swirled together – it just hit me. It wasn’t like anything I’d seen before. The art felt so different, so… cosmic. It had this vibe that just pulled me in, made me pause my endless scrolling. My gut just screamed, “This is it.”
I started digging around. Not like serious research, more like just clicking on every image I could find, reading little bits here and there. I wanted to see more of these cards. I saw folks talking about how the imagery felt intuitive, how it really connected to the bigger picture, the universe and all that jazz. That really resonated with me because I was always trying to connect the dots, find meaning in the bigger scheme of things. So, yeah, I decided, this was the one I needed to get my hands on.
Then came the hunt. I wasn’t gonna just jump on the first link. I checked out a few places online, compared prices, you know, the usual. I wanted to make sure I wasn’t getting ripped off and that I was getting a legit deck. I read some reviews, trying to get a sense of the actual card stock, how they felt in hand, if they shuffled well. Some decks feel like cardboard, some feel too slick, and I wanted something that felt substantial, that felt good to hold. Eventually, I found a good spot, seemed like a fair price, and the shipping wasn’t gonna break the bank. My finger hovered over that ‘Add to Cart’ button for a second, just to make sure I was really doing it. Then, click! It was done.
The waiting game started. Man, that was tough. Every day I’d check the tracking, like a kid waiting for Christmas. Finally, the email popped up: “Out for delivery.” My heart probably did a little dance. When the package arrived, it was just a plain brown box, nothing fancy. But inside, oh man. I tore into it like nobody’s business.
The Unveiling
- First, I pulled out the actual deck box. It was a sturdy box, not flimsy at all, and had some cool starry design on it.
- Then, the moment of truth. I opened the box and took a deep breath. You know that new book smell? This was kinda like that, but with a hint of something else, like fresh paper and maybe a little bit of magic.
- I carefully pulled out the stack of cards. They felt good, thick enough, not too thin, not too chunky. Just right.
I started fanning them out, just looking at the art. Each card was a little masterpiece. The colors were rich, the details were amazing, all the constellations, the planets, the mythical figures woven into the scenes. It wasn’t just a card; it was a whole story in itself. I slowly went through each one, just taking it all in, getting familiar with the imagery. It took a while, just admiring every single card.
Finally, it was time for the first shuffle. I’m not gonna lie, I was a bit nervous. These were my deck now. I gathered them up, held them in my hands, closed my eyes for a second, and just set an intention. Took a few deep breaths. Then, I started shuffling. They flowed so smoothly, just glided into each other. It felt right, like they were meant to be in my hands. The edges weren’t too sharp, they didn’t stick, just a nice, easy flow. That was a big relief.
I decided to pull a single card for my very first reading with them. Just a simple “What energy do I need to connect with right now?” question. I shuffled a few more times, cut the deck, and drew. It was the Star card. Man, I almost laughed. It felt so perfect, so spot-on for getting a Celestial deck. Hope, inspiration, a connection to the divine. It was like the deck was winking at me, telling me I made the right choice.
Since then, it’s been my go-to deck. We’ve had some good talks, me and those cards. It’s helped me figure out some tricky stuff and just given me a moment to pause and think when things get a bit crazy. It’s more than just a tool; it feels like a companion, almost. It really clicked for me, and that’s the best part about finding your first deck. When it feels like it chose you just as much as you chose it. So, if you’re eyeing that Celestial deck, I say go for it. You might just find your cosmic connection.
