This card was inspired by Jennifer Louden, the original Comfort Queen!  Reading Jennifer’s books and listening to her audio presentations has taught me a lot about the importance of creating my own comfort (in body, mind and spirit). I created this card intentionally and was originally planning for it to be part of my Committee Suit.

But after I did the following interpretation, it seemed to me to be bigger than an inner voice.  I feel that this image represents a spirit guide of some sort, a strength and wisdom that I can call on when I need to comfort myself in some way.

Who are you? I am the one who is in charge of comforting you when you are feeling sad, lonely, tired, upset, hungry, angry, or otherwise discomboobliobliated.  I am the one who is in charge of letting in the light.  I am the one who knows what comforts you: big fat pillows, the ocean, good books, trees, light, water, cool spaces, open doors, swimming, your altar, your cats, your cards, music, your art and writing, a good night’s sleep, a nap, a walk, a good belly laugh, a hug, a sexy kiss, a cup of tea with a friend, meditation, a good movie.

What do you have to give me? I give you comfort.  Self-comfort is one of the biggest gifts of a lifetime.

Do you have a shadow side? Yes.  When you pay too much attention to me and become too comfortable and not willing to stretch or try new things, expand your boundaries.  And when you start comforting yourself with things that aren’t good for you, like too much ice cream or chocolate.  These are shadow comforts.  I want you to be aware of them.

What do you want from me? I want you not to resist me when I bring you comfort.  There is nothing wrong with being comforted…it makes you strong, not weak.

Daily Reading   September 2006- I am the one who is all about comfort.  I am the one who whispers in your ear, “Are you comfortable?  Does this person/place/thing bring you true comfort?”  What I’m saying to you today is this: Look at your day/days in terms of comfrot.  Give yourself comforting time and spaces.  Ask for comfort when you need it.  And underlying all of this… Believe that you DESERVE to be comfortable, that you deserve to be comforted.  Believe that you are worthy of asking for, and receiving, comfort from those who love you.

Daily Reading   December 2006- I am the one who has been telling ou to light the candles and savor them.  Comfort is not just about bubble baths and soft pillows.  It’s also about comfort in your inner world.  What comforts your soul, your mind, your heart?  And another message for you today is this- eating when you are not hungry to comfort yourself is not a good thing, and not what I am about.  Be aware of what you need for true comfort and remember comfort is your birthright!