Ogham Readings on Sundays
Mar. 12th, 2023 12:19 am![[personal profile]](https://www.dreamwidth.org/img/silk/identity/user.png){kind=small}
kimberlysteele
Hi Everyone,
I am happy to read your Ogham free of charge -- that's how I hone my divination skills. I take reading requests until 8pm Central Time (Chicago Illinois USA) on Sunday night. Though I am flattered that people want readings after the deadline, I decline reading requests made after 8pm Central Time on Sunday night without exception.
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Ogham reading requests are concluded for the week of 12 March 2023. Please be patient as it can take me anywhere between 4 - 48 hours to get to all of them. Thank you & see you next week!
Week 11
Date: 2023-03-12 09:11 am (UTC)1. What do I need to know in order to make the best out of this week?
2. May the Ogham comment on 4 decisions (Decisions A, B, C, and D) that I made earlier in my life?
Thanks!
-Eugene
Re: Week 11
Date: 2023-03-13 12:25 am (UTC)You drew three cards this week.
For the You position, you drew Ailm or Transcendence ill-dignified. This week might bring with it a tendency towards depression, listlessness, or bouts of being tired & wired if you are prone to that. Ailm in this dignity can mean feeling tempted to do low behaviors, or to return unkindness with the same or worse. The Ogham remind you there is no benefit in sinking down to that level.
There is also the possibility of trying to paper over problems with "I'm OK, you're OK" when it is not true. Your best strategy is to keep your head high, ignore the trolls, and to be extremely honest about your own emotions.
For the Situation, you drew Ioho or Grace ill-dignified. Grace is also Rest and it can mean that you are not allowing yourself enough rest or that you are resting excessively. Additionally, an Ioho imbalance can be talking about not letting go of what is not meant to be. Because this is in Situation, it could be referring to someone close to you or someone you care for.
For the Outcome, you drew Oír or Epiphany well-dignified. The Ogham predict a watershed of sorts where you grasp a key concept of Why? in your life. Though this is in well-dignified position, the realization could be painful or the process of dealing with it uncomfortable.
For your four questions, you drew four cards.
A) got Quert or Delight/Abundance ill-dignified. This decision may have been made because of a feeling of being deprived or a fear of deprivation.
B) got Luis or Protection well-dignified. This decision may have been made by your higher self. It may have been protective in ways you would not be able to understand.
C) got Huath or Obstacles ill-dignified. This one felt forced and was either made with excessive force or had the opposite problem where the will was too weak to overcome the obstacle.
D) got Phagos or Teaching ill-dignified. There wasn't enough known about this one, and/or too much was presumed to be known that was not known.
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Date: 2023-03-12 09:30 am (UTC)no subject
Date: 2023-03-13 12:33 am (UTC)You drew three cards this week.
For the You position, you drew Saille or Sensitivity well-dignified. You do a good job of separating what truly is important to you from what you can absolutely do without this week. It's not that you could not be good at the rejected thing, take good care of them/it, etc., it is that you do not have time to take part in it. Saille is divine guidance that helps you to grow strong by pruning away what you do not need.
For the Situation, you drew Ruis or Regret ill-dignified. There is a force you are dealing with from the outside world that wants to guilt you for its own purposes. That could be a specific person, the media, or something else entirely. As the card is in Situation, there could also be someone close to you whom forces are reaching towards to manipulate. Maybe you have nothing to regret at all. If you do have a regret they are targeting, as long as you are resolved in your will, the manipulative force has no power over you.... plus they should mind their own damn business!
For the Outcome, you drew Mór or Sea Change ill-dignified. This one talks of general collective astral trashiness. You didn't cause this and it isn't your fault, but it could be dangerous. When the astral is like this, people drive horribly and behave badly. So be on your guard and lay low.
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Date: 2023-03-12 12:15 pm (UTC)Your Ogham readings have been accurate and helpful. Thank you.
This week I am wondering about three things:
1. What is the best course of action for A's current health challenge?
2. One of my son's suffers from severe panic attacks after seeing our family pet be killed by a very big and mean dog (I too suffer fear of bigger dogs now). I have tried a number of therapists to try and help. What course does the Ogham recommend?
Thank you!
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Date: 2023-03-13 12:57 am (UTC)Thank you!
My Ogham provide Luis or Protection well-dignified for A's current health challenge. This means that you should encourage A to get in touch with his/her higher self by praying to a deity and learning/doing discursive meditation. You might have them get on the Ecosophia Prayer List too if he or she is not already on it: https://tunesmyth.dreamwidth.org/tag/prayer+list
For the second question, ugh, I'm so sorry you both went through that! The Ogham provide Uilleand or Generosity well-dignified. The Ogham seem to think that taking his mind off of it entirely -- meaning not talking about it unless he requests it or brings it up himself -- and focusing on acts of generosity could potentially be more helpful. Even picking up trash at the forest preserve is an act of generosity that helps animals. Personally, I don't like large dogs either for similar reasons, though I did not see the death of my beloved pet, it happened when I was 11 and scarred me for life. I was suicidal, that's how bad it got. I went from viscerally hating all dogs for a LONG time, like 27+ years, until I saw the TV show It's Me or the Dog. I was finally able to heal where dogs are concerned -- not all TV is bad! -- because Victoria Stillwell (the animal trainer star of the show) was so gifted and compassionate and got me to see through the eyes of a dog. I would not suggest you watch the show with your son though, because Stillwell trains lots of problem dogs who might cause a flood of terrible memories he is not ready to deal with. Also, if you'd like, I can pray to Artemis, Hekate, and Ares on your behalf. All three are deities who deal with dogs and wolves.
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Date: 2023-03-14 10:51 am (UTC)I find you to be a very interesting person. You are truly gifted. Thank you for sharing your gifts with all of us.
I would be grateful for you to pray to Artemis, Hekate and Ares.
Another thought entered my mind that it may be a good idea to have my son volunteer with animals. He does love them.
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Date: 2023-03-12 12:20 pm (UTC)To review: last week drew Ngetal ill dignified for the situation, and promptly found myself narrowly avoiding a traffic accident. Ailm ill dignified was drawn for the outcome, and much thought was done on how to address the theme of this trip, which is how to pay the debts racked up whilst overseas. To pay at a plodding pace, to pay at a breakneck pace, in the end I decided to work and save at a breakneck pace, but pay off the debts at a steady plodding pace, to arrive at a net worth of zero, and decide from there.
To ask: What is up this week, according to the Ogham?
According to the Aries ingress, there is a distinct possibility for a coup in the country where my farms are located at. According to the Ohgam, is this a likely possibility this year? If it does happen, how are the farms going to fare, and how is my mother's side of the family going to fare?
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Date: 2023-03-13 01:10 am (UTC)For the You position, you drew Koad or Confluence ill-dignified. This week is a mix of good and bad, but to keep it from going south, you are going to have to work pretty hard to maintain a realistic but positive attitude. Yes, you had much to do with your current troubles, but it wasn't all you, so the Ogham remind you to be gentle with yourself and cut yourself some slack.
For the Situation, you drew Luis or Protection well-dignified. Luis is the activation of the Holy Guardian Angel, and unfortunately in any dignity this can mean even more danger, so be on your guard again. That said, this week should be full of synchronicities and insights. You might want to journal them.
For the Outcome, you drew Ioho or Grace ill-dignified. This again shows you being a bit too much of a hard-ass, needing to unclench as it were (har har, I laugh because I have this problem) and relax. In my case, I have learned to enjoy myself without spending a dime, and as it turns out, it isn't all that hard to do. The opposite risk of Ioho is that you are letting go of too much too easily, being a pushover, or throwing out the baby with the bathwater.
My Ogham have three additional answers for you on the farm country/country farms. Yes, coups are likely. They give Fearn or Bridge well-dignified, meaning that plans are being made as we speak. For the farms, the Ogham think they will be OK. They provide Ngetal or Hygiene/Health well-dignified. For your mother's side of the family, the Ogham don't like the outcome. They provide Gort or Perseverance ill-dignified, which may be talking about a lousy harvest or some other form of testing force.
Princess Cutekitten
Date: 2023-03-12 01:20 pm (UTC)What’s up this week for me?
Re: Princess Cutekitten
Date: 2023-03-13 02:41 am (UTC)You drew three cards this week.
For the You position, you drew Ngetal or Hygiene well-dignified. Your approach towards healing makes sense this week, and you are doing the right things you need to do. Many people have a completely bass-ackwards concept of immunity, hence the 2020-2023 hysteria. Common sense measures are your best bet for getting better, and that means doing what you feel is right in your gut, not necessarily some "professional's" advice.
For the Situation, you drew Phagos or Teaching ill-dignified. This is a card of feeling like you don't have enough information or feeling powerless. It can also indicate dealing with overconfident blowhards who do not know what they are talking about. Because it is Situation, it may not be happening to you directly but to someone you care about.
For the Outcome, you drew Coll or Wisdom well-dignified. Coll is earned knowledge that is as street smart as it is book-smart. When you draw it in the Outcome, it can be talking about avoiding trouble because you know better (worst case) or in the best case, being able to share your hard-earned knowledge with someone who appreciates it.
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Date: 2023-03-12 02:35 pm (UTC)I have in mind a specific SOP-based ritual intended (with their full consent) for the blessing, healing and protection of my friend B, and of all those in their care. They think they *may* be under malicious energetic attack.
I would like to know if this ritual (as conceived) is auspicious or inauspicious at this time, and if there is anything important about it, or about B's situation, to be aware of.
I hope that is a clearly enough stated question. If not, getting a general sense of auspiciousness of this intention is the most important thing.
Again, thank you. May all your goings and doings be blessed.
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Date: 2023-03-13 02:52 am (UTC)Yikes, yes, people are throwing a ton of astral trash around these days, aren't they?
My Ogham like your ritual and they don't like your timing. They provide Ur or Intimacy ill-dignified, meaning that the icky energy isn't going to be dissipated with your current timing plan. Make sure you start the ritual during a waxing moon and not a waning one. A Tuesday would be best because it is Martial. My Ogham don't think the person you are healing and protecting need to know the specifics of the timing: you can keep that to yourself. Just assure B you are on it over the span of a few weeks.
For what you need to know about B's situation, they say B will transcend the nasty energy with your help, no problem. They provide Ailm or Transcendence well-dignified. Much of it will depend on B staying positive and refusing to react (and mirror) the enemy who is cursing her/him. To paraphrase Dion Fortune, we have to hate the hatred to become completely unlike it in order to defeat it.
For the Outcome, my Ogham predict Beith or Intention well-dignified. Beith is a warrior spirit card. In my Ogham it is ruled by Brigid/St. Brigid. The Ogham are very clear that your intention is rock-solid and you can go forward in good faith to defend your friend.
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Date: 2023-03-13 10:43 am (UTC)The Brigid/St Brigid reference is especially poignant since she is my patron Deity.
I will absolutely take on board the advice regarding timing. Thank you!
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Date: 2023-03-13 10:53 am (UTC)no subject
Date: 2023-03-12 03:49 pm (UTC)The weeks just fly by. Last week's reading suggesting that the travel and accommodations aspect of my upcoming business trip is well planned is heartening. This week I want to ask how the work aspect of trip will go?
Thank you,
-MF
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Date: 2023-03-13 02:56 am (UTC)My Ogham think the work aspect of the trip will go well. They provide Oír or Epiphany well-dignified. You may have a realization that is a little painful, but it will go a long way in providing the mental tools it requires to do the work you are embroiled in during the trip.
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Date: 2023-03-12 05:32 pm (UTC)Hi Kimberly,
My question for the Ogham is this: What would the outcome be I remain celibate?
Thank you for your time.
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Date: 2023-03-13 03:00 am (UTC)My Ogham think the outcome will be good. They provide Ioho or Grace. Ioho is the ultimate card of letting go of that which is not meant to be. If you've studied the Stoics, then you know that they were extremely good at understanding that we cannot control a great deal of what happens to us, but we can control the way we react and what goes on in our own minds.
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Date: 2023-03-12 07:39 pm (UTC)I am also looking into moving from my current apartment into a two-bedroom apartment and finding a roommate in order to save money, as my budget has been getting skimpy lately. Does your Ogham like the idea of me changing from my one-bedroom space, and could I find an appropriate roommate to take up the other half of a two-bedroom apartment if I go that route?
Regards,
Todd
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Date: 2023-03-13 03:07 am (UTC)For the prayer and hymn to Ares, my Ogham report that Ares appreciated them. They provide Saille or Flexibility well-dignified, which is a card of going forward and also Aphrodite's calling card in my Ogham.
For the question of whether or not to move, they say Yes, you should think of moving. They give Phagos or Teaching well-dignified, which is to say you are going to have to do your homework before making any moves.
For the two bedroom + roommate idea, they like it and they believe you can find a good roommate. They provide Ailm or Transcendence well-dignified, meaning that in your case living with someone else has a decent chance of working out well. Do your research, take your time, follow your gut, don't be afraid to eliminate the sketchy ones, and sally forth.
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Date: 2023-03-12 08:35 pm (UTC)I'm the HS teacher from last time... Fairly uneventful week last week, although I suspect that you were still on target. Most of the dignified Ruis (for situation) seems to have rushed in here in the last day or two (or three).
As for the outcome (dignified Luis), is it possible to see (from the corner of my eyes) or otherwise feel the effects of the Holy Guardian Angel? I also experienced some synchronicity around the middle of the week (related to the words "analogy," analogical thinking," etc.) and other related topics, from which I inferred a general trend. Was this what my HGA was getting at? Or did I miss the point? Can you Ogham help with this?
(Just so you know, I'm emerging out of an atheistic materialist point of view, so a lot of this talk about angels is a bit weird for me. I'm widening my horizons, though, but it's a process.)
Thanks again!!
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Date: 2023-03-13 03:24 am (UTC)Thanks for the feedback! Yes, it is definitely possible to feel the effects of the HGA, but it is not going to be anything out of Harry Potter. No flashing lights or twinkling stars; just the slightly weird sensation of being a tiny bit improved compared to what you were yesterday. It's actually a great deal like practicing an instrument. Takes freaking forever to notice any improvement, there is much relentless labor and fiddling around, and then one random day you are able to play legato with two hands without it being a major emotional production.
Strange that you should mention analogy, because that was the exact topic of John Michael Greer's discussion of The Doctrine and Ritual of High Magic (book by Eliphas Levi) this week: https://www.ecosophia.net/the-doctrine-of-high-magic-chapter-22/ So the whole concept of analogy is not just a trend for you personally, it's actually the trend of the month for a big chunk of Ecosophia.net readers. It's a blog post worth reading even if you have never heard of Levi's book. Synchronicity!
My Ogham say Yes, that's exactly what your HGA was getting at. They provide Ur or Intimacy, meaning that it was an arrow straight to your heart.
I shared that I was an atheist-materialist all of 7 years ago, right? Sometimes that is why I think I have an easier time relating some of my magical experiences to others than John Michael Greer, because he is the equivalent of Julian Bream trying to teach a three chord jam.
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Date: 2023-03-15 01:46 am (UTC)I've been reading JMG's site for that last dozen years or so, so yes, I've heard of him and read the post last week. It was part of the synchronicity I was experiencing that week.
Thanks for the Ogham reading. Good to know that I was on the right tract.
Thanks again, Kimberly!!
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Date: 2023-03-12 10:08 pm (UTC)Is it safe to do further research into topic X?
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Date: 2023-03-13 03:29 am (UTC)My Ogham say Yes, topic X has something to do with Phenomena Y. They give Eadha or Limits well-dignified.
For Event Z, it is another Yes. They give the affirmative in the form of Oír or Epiphany well-dignified.
For "Is it safe to do further research into topic X?", they provide Luis or Protection ill-dignified, which is to say a hard No. It is definitely not safe.
Assistance requested
Date: 2023-03-12 11:13 pm (UTC)I have a work question. The company I work for sells a service to other companies. We are off to a very slow start to selling this year, [Customers' budget cuts or delays in making decisions about the services they do want to buy] especially me and I'm interested to know if this will be changing in the near term. I'm hoping the Ogham can provide some guidance. Specifically,
1. In the next 60 days or so, should I focus primarily on my current position or also work on looking for a new position in the event we have layoffs?
2. I was thinking of doing some planetary charity to Mars (for increased will power and focus) and to Mercury (for overall business success). Is this a good idea?
3. What is the probability that I will still be employed at my company in the next 60-90 days or so?
Thank you so much for being so gracious in offering this service. I appreciate it!
MJ from MA
Re: Assistance requested
Date: 2023-03-13 03:37 am (UTC)My Ogham say No, don't look for a new position at this point, just focus on your current one. They provide Beith or Intention ill-dignified when I ask about you looking for a new position, and that talks about spreading yourself too thin and not concentrating your efforts enough on the matter at hand.
My Ogham like the idea of planetary charity to Mars and Mercury for your stated purposes. For Mars, they provide Gort or Perseverance well-dignified, meaning that Mars will appreciate your efforts and stick-to-it-iveness. For Mercury, they provide Tinne or Defense well-dignified, meaning that Mercury will shield you from undesirable forces and help you to present yourself in the best light possible.
My Ogham think it is highly likely that you will still be employed at the company in 60-90 days. They provide Coll or Wisdom well-dignified, implying they are keeping you around because you know your s**t.
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Date: 2023-03-12 11:37 pm (UTC)What do I need to know to make the best of this coming week?
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Date: 2023-03-13 03:44 am (UTC)Thanks for the feedback! Glad to hear it.
You drew three cards this week.
For the You position, you drew Eadha or Limits ill-dignified. This implies you may be pushing yourself too hard, working yourself to the bone, or feeling stretched or pressed upon. If it is the opposite form of imbalance, you could feel far too limited/constricted by circumstances or the way you feel this week, or that your energy is super low.
For the Situation, you drew Koad or Confluence well-dignified. Interesting that you drew Koad ill-dig last week, because you have remedied it (or at least what parts that were yours to remedy) and now it circles around to help you and anyone close to you.
For the Outcome, you drew Oír or Epiphany well-dignified. This week has a good chance of featuring a Eureka moment. Unfortunately, that Eureka could be the realization that you cannot change a certain person, place, or thing in your life, so though it may be good, it is not always pleasant. Basically you will learn something new.
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Date: 2023-03-12 11:56 pm (UTC)Option 1- Find another place near my current address. The area is very walkable, has all the amenties I need but it's a fair drive from my employer's office and my current place was a steal rent wise comparatively for this location.
Option 2- Relocate to an address closer to my employer's office in case they push for more in office attendance in the coming year. Rent would be slightly lower(and work commutes would be cut to relatively nothing) but I'd be more car dependent on my day to day.
Option 3- Just stick to my current month to month lease instead of moving.
Q- What do the ogham think of each of these options?
Thanks,
Tamanous
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Date: 2023-03-13 03:50 am (UTC)Ugh, can your landlord even do that? Well, I guess he just did.
My Ogham like Options 2 and 3 better than 1.
For Option 1, they give Coll or Wisdom ill-dignified, meaning the Ogham don't feel it is wise to try and find something else in the area.
For Option 2, they give Phagos or Teaching well-dignified, meaning that you would see all-around benefits of this strategy.
For Option 3, they give Koad or Confluence well-dignified, which means various forces align to make staying put viable.
Ogham
Date: 2023-03-13 12:15 am (UTC)I have 2 questions, sort of related, please feel free to read for the first only if you're pressed for time.
1. What would be the results in my life of starting work with the spirits of the Voudon Gnostic Workbook?
2. What would be What would be the results in my life of starting work with the spirits of the Goetia?
Thank you!
Nevyn
Re: Ogham
Date: 2023-03-13 04:14 am (UTC)My Ogham don't care for the Voudon Gnostic Workbook in your case. They provide Straif or Strife ill-dignified, meaning that it will test your resilience and not in a good way. I am not familiar with the workbook or that system of magic, so I am not sure why my Ogham are recommending against this one for you.
As for working with the spirits of the Goetia, I think you should study them. Working with them? Probably not a good idea, but I'm not going to try and stop you if that's your jam. I think it's potentially foolhardy and dangerous, but I also think that some people can only learn the hard way.
It is my distinct impression that many of the Goetic entities are demons, such as the demon Paimon I discussed in this podcast: https://flintandsteel.substack.com/p/dodcast-38-kimberley-steele#details When I ask if you should study Goetic demonology (and I study it when I have time, so you would not be alone) they say Yes. They provide Oír or Epiphany well-dignified, which is to say that you'll gain some insights if you do the real work of meditating on what a demon is and why they are here.
I didn't bother asking what would happen if you rushed into invoking them. My gut says it would not be good. Best case scenario would be that it doesn't work because the gods won't let it happen. Second best is extreme fame and fortune and then being a plastic-surgery-disfigured, pathetic, thirsty attention whore by your mid-sixties (cough Madonna uncough). Yes, I suspect her of "working" with demons, though of course I could be wrong. Worst case scenario is super gross for you so let's not go there.
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Date: 2023-03-13 12:52 am (UTC)What's up for me and my family this week?
Thanks!
-PW
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Date: 2023-03-13 04:26 am (UTC)You drew three cards this week.
For the You position, you drew Gort or Perseverance well-dignified. Life throws you curve balls and other assorted claptrap this week, but you dodge and/or handle it with grace and skill for the most part. You and your family are solid enough to withstand the test of time.
For the Situation, you drew Duir or Gifts ill-dignified. As I have said many times, it is hard to find a bad side of Duir, which is symbolized by the mighty Quercus Alba (White Oak). At worst, when ill-dignified, it may mean someone is acting a bit spoiled or not appreciating their privilege. It often means that you are the giver and receiver of excessive gifts, and if you are the giver, they sublimate and return to you in 7 ways on 7 planes, so it is all good.
For the Outcome, you drew Huath or Obstacles well-dignified. My Ogham predict that you have a tough decision to make or a tough situation to deal with. Their prediction is also that you apply a just-right amount of force and come through as cleanly and as prosperously as any human (or group of humans) possibly could.
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Date: 2023-03-13 12:57 am (UTC)Your Ogham readings have been very helpful. Thank you!
This week I am wondering about two things:
1. I'm looking for something needed for [Project]: should I look in place A, B, or C?
2. Am I on the right track for [Other Project]? Should I also try X? Should I try something else?
Thanks again.
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Date: 2023-03-13 04:31 am (UTC)My Ogham don't like A, B, or C. They give all ill-dignified cards. For A, they give Koad or Confluence, meaning it is hard to find or something gets in the way. For B, they give Tinne or Defense ill-dignified, meaning that there is something off about Place B. For C, it's Ur or Intimacy, as if the place is being kept a secret. A is the best out of the bad bunch.
For your second question, are you on the right track, they say Yes. They give you Ruis or Regret well-dignified, indicating it is not your first rodeo and you know what you are doing. For also trying X, they say No. They provide Ioho or Grace ill-dignified, indicating you should let go of X. For trying something else, they say don't bother. They provide Mór or Sea Change ill-dignified, meaning luck would not be on your side in that matter.