Pages often refer to the receipt of some form of commitment. They suggest a need for more information to make a mature decision and warn against going off half-cocked. Pages will frequently appear when you ask about a child, and a page in a reading suggests you may be thinking of a child.
Pages also encourage you to "Go for it!" Children do not hesitate when they want something. They just reach out and grab it.
People: A messenger with exciting news, the bearer of good news, cheerleaders, a courageous and energetic young person, an enterprising youth, an intelligent and restless child, an adolescent, an ardent young lover, a creative writer, an inspirational or creative person, a stimulating sex partner, friendly energetic people, teachers, salespersons, actors, politicians, preachers, inspirational speakers, coaches, athletes, performers.
Situation & Advice: Invigorating good news or new opportunities are on the way. Competition is in the air. If you've been waiting on a call to come to an interview, it will occur soon. The Page of Wands often refers to messages and information of concern. This can take the form of a phone call, fax, e-mail, regular mail, or just good-old-fashioned conversation. You have much energy, optimism, and enthusiasm at your disposal. You may begin a course of learning. A job or career change is possible.
If your question was about romance, expect an ardent and passionate relationship. A love letter may arrive soon. Exhilarating sexual experiences are in the offering. Now it the time to start an exciting new venture. New friendships or romance or possible. You would benefit from some athletic activity at this time.
This card can also represent a child or young person who's still considered dependent on family or friends. This could be a grandchild, a new baby coming into the family, or your won child, who's a good communicator.
People: A prima donnas, someone who breaks your heart, one who craves attention, one who speaks badly of you, someone who tries to dominate you, a showoff, one who cuts corners, the bearer of bad news, a busybody, unreliable, immature braggart, someone who is conflicted about sexuality, a scatterbrain.
Situation & Advice: The reversed Page of Wands symbolizes upsetting news or negative communications. Someone may be making unkind comments about you. A rash or precipitated decision may be causing you consternation (great fear of shock). You are someone around you may be acting like a scatterbrain or impetuous child. You may be feeling frazzled or annoyed by someone's curt dismissal of a proposal you would like to discuss more thoroughly. You are probably feeling you are not being taken seriously.
A downturn in job or career matters is possible, and you own indecision or lack of energy may be the cause. Certain obstacles may be draining your energies. Be cautious with whom you share confidences now because someone may violate your trust and sense of privacy. An undependable, shallow, immature braggart may cause you some difficulty. If your question was about romance, expect to receive unhappy news. Sexual hang-ups may be interfering with your relationship. If you are an author, your manuscript may be rejected for publication.
People: An affectionate child, a gentle, artistic youth, someone who helps or comforts you, an artist, a poet, a teacher, an educator, one who meditates, a mascot, a gentle, loving, non-aggressive youth, a student, a trainer, one who studies and learns in solitude, someone interested in learning about emotional issues, a young friend.
Situation & Advice: When the Page of Cups appears in a spread, you will receive joy, happiness, and a good omen that your life is changing for the better. You may soon hear about the birth of a child, wedding plans, engagement, or other happy emotional news. You are entering a period of new feelings, attitudes, and a time of emotional rebirth. You may be renewing an emotional tie or starting a new relationship. You are entering a new phase of emotional growth that requires learning to trust all over again. A thoughtful, sensitive young person may surprise you with good news. You are encountering a period of new emotional development, sensitivity, and maturity. If you are starting a new job, it may involve careful attention to emotional issues. A child or children may figure importantly in you current future life. The Page of Cups may also represent a homosexual person who will influence the situation.
People: A spoiled child, a drug addict or alcoholic, someone who lives in a fantasy world, a dreamer, a visionary, a scatterbrain, a frivolous, immature youth, an unhappy child, a poor student, a dropout, someone who does not plan for tomorrow, an emotionally disturbed youth, a child of divorce, those who spread malicious gossip to avenge their hurt feelings, lazy selfish people.
Situation & Advice: You may be concerned about a child's emotional well-being for he/she may withdraw from people, preferring to be alone. If this is a child in your life, try to get him/her to talk about their feelings. Perhaps you are witnessing the consequences of spoiling your child or being a spoiled child yourself. Your capriciousness, lack of discipline, laziness, or lack of dedication may be causing difficulties. For some reason you are not living up to your potential or making use of your talents. Your cavalier attitude may be a problem. You may be wasting time and energy on pipe dreams and living in a world of unreality. Sometimes this card warns of escapism through drugs or alcohol. A relationship may be ending or fading away, or there may be a definite decrease in your social activities. You may be ignoring important flashes of intuition.
People: A spy, a clever child, someone who is bright and energetic, a negotiator, a mediator, one who is able to resolve disputes rationally and dispassionately, a defensive person, one who is mentally quick and subtle, a diplomatic youth, a professional advisor, communicators, scientists, mathematicians, linguists, aviators, travelers.
Situation & Advice: (+) In its positive aspect, you may find yourself in position where discretion, quick analysis, and decisiveness are of the essence. Your dispassionate rationality may save the day. You may need to call on a professional advisor for important information to assist you in making a decision. Weigh matters carefully before signing any contracts or agreements. Know what you are committing yourself to and what the future ramifications of your current decisions are. The danger is that you may have too many irons in the fire and may leave important initiatives unfinished.
(-) In its negative aspect, you may find yourself in a situation where gossip or rumors play a significant role. Someone may be spreading malicious stories about you, or you may find yourself the object of a blunt verbal assault. The behavior of a young person may upset you. Upsetting news may on the way. Your plans may be delayed. You may not fully understand the implications of a contract you are about to sign. A young person may cause you aggravation and strife. Someone whom you thought was a friend may not turn out to be so.
People: A two faced gossip, a shady character, someone who in unconcerned with the feelings of others, a hypocrite, a blackmailer, a malicious person who spreads rumors, a ruthless or untrustworthy person, a juvenile delinquent, an aggressive child, a clever youth, someone who feels sick, a spy.
Situation & Advice: When the Page of Swords is reversed, he's got a lot to do with information that will reveal the whole truth and nothing but the truth. Unpredictable behavior or sudden events, or those strange twists are coming into your life. Someone may be using underhanded methods to gain or spread information. A malicious person may be spying on or working against you. Unexpected problems may surface. You may receive a promise that will be broken later. Read all the fine print before signing any agreements. Misunderstandings are likely. You're having or will have to deal with unpredictable youths.
People: A quiet, reflective and conscientious youth, an open minded person, students, scholars, those who value the good things in life, one who is willing to learn, a bookworm, a reliable friend, someone you can count on, a hard worker, someone who is diligent and kind, a lover of nature, a researcher, a secretary, a scribe, someone involved in commerce.
Situation & Advice: You may soon be presented with the opportunity to make money or engage in a new business venture. Be sure to do your homework so you can be in a position of advantage. Your scholarship will be recognized. Your thoroughness, practicality, and hard work will pay off. From small beginnings, progress will be slow but sure. You may receive a letter or a note that will affect the course of events. If you are about to sign a contract, read all the fine print. Be careful and diligent with any written communications. You could become involved in some kind of research involving close attention to detail and lots of paperwork. Education can benefit you at this time. Pentacles indicate a need to care for physical and material needs.
People: A problem child, a youth with learning disabilities, an unrealistic person, an ingrate, a resentful, jealous, obstructive person, a narrow minded and selfish person, a petty bureaucrat, moody young people, those who have only superficial knowledge, someone overly fond of luxury, someone who does not appreciate you, obsessive-compulsive personalities, an ill child, those who reject or rebel good advice.
Situation & Advice: You may experience difficulties as a result of not reading the fine print clearly enough. There may be problems with red tape or delays in contract negotiations. Unfavorable financial news is a possibility. Now is a time to use your native intelligence and common sense to avoid repeating past mistakes. Be sure to investigate matters thoroughly rather than relying on superficial knowledge. You might receive an upsetting letter or phone call or there may be delays in receiving good messages about finances, job offers, or scholarships. Doing too much of your thing may cause problems. You may fail to see the big picture because of plodding attention to details. There is a love of luxury and material goods, but not much desire to work for them. A minor health problem is possible.
**This card could represent a child who is quiet, moody, can withdraw or sabotage events, or someone who cannot follow through on directions, and they will be the ones to follow their young peer group, refusing to listen to good logical counsel from adults. Rebelliousness and frustration are hallmarks of this page reversed**
