I can’t believe that I’m just seeing this! But that was quickly changed into tears because I have been in that separation place. I wasn’t ready to be seen. I so relate to Mis, and reading this thoroughly reconnected it. I’m glad when I came out of my solitude, my grieving for so much, that this was here to greet me, saying, “I understand.” ❤️❤️❤️😭❤️❤️❤️
I love this, Regina. The last paragraph went straight to my heart and made me a little fearful. I feel like there are “entities” at the margins of my current, just out of view. I think I need a reading soon. Thank you!!!
Oh Regina, buíochas ó chroí for this exquisite share on Mis! I am relishing in the divine timing of it all! My first experience with Irish storytelling was hearing her tale told by Eimear Burke -and it's been with me ever since. I'm currently writing this from a cottage in Kerry and I am over the moon thrilled that I may be able to visit her landscape in person. Interestingly, I was sharing some of Mis' tale with a fellow artist on a stroll back moments ago - little did I know that her story was awaiting my arrival home in my inbox :)
There is so much here to absorb, and yet it is highlighting what has already been absorbed, how strange. I love how one of her names is Mise, like the Irish word for me, it adds an element of extra relatability to her story. It is such a common yet under discussed aspect of life, that hole that grief sucks you into, that sweet relief of disconnecting. The symbolism of the card, the unseen cup is so interesting. Thank you for the reminder to keep looking up.
I reread the story of Mis a little while ago for the first time since childhood (and after the loosening of religious shackles in Ireland) and felt so sad at her return to the community. I suppose because so many stories end with the woman getting married, that happy ever after is supposedly achieved, but also because our legends have been told through a catholic lens, placing extra importance on women returning to 'normality' or what is expected of them.
The stories were used to keep us in our place and reinforce the message that return can happen if obedience is offered, both in society and in the church. I questioned whether she really was happy and fulfilled as mother and wife after the freedom of the wilds. Was it so easy for him to get such a strong and spiritually powerful wife, just by offering some kindness? Was he enough for her? Did he honour her through their marriage? I'm really enjoying seeing women today living their own versions, welcoming partners to their forests but declining the invite back to the community and the traditional roles offered them.
Sorry, I have veered off topic, I just love how much can be learned from her story, and the connection the four of cups is a new angle for me, thanks again, great post.
I can’t believe that I’m just seeing this! But that was quickly changed into tears because I have been in that separation place. I wasn’t ready to be seen. I so relate to Mis, and reading this thoroughly reconnected it. I’m glad when I came out of my solitude, my grieving for so much, that this was here to greet me, saying, “I understand.” ❤️❤️❤️😭❤️❤️❤️
I love this work Regina. Totally right on!
So pleased it resonated, Meggy 🤍
I love this, Regina. The last paragraph went straight to my heart and made me a little fearful. I feel like there are “entities” at the margins of my current, just out of view. I think I need a reading soon. Thank you!!!
Thank you, Ginger - and, anytime 🐙
Oh Regina, buíochas ó chroí for this exquisite share on Mis! I am relishing in the divine timing of it all! My first experience with Irish storytelling was hearing her tale told by Eimear Burke -and it's been with me ever since. I'm currently writing this from a cottage in Kerry and I am over the moon thrilled that I may be able to visit her landscape in person. Interestingly, I was sharing some of Mis' tale with a fellow artist on a stroll back moments ago - little did I know that her story was awaiting my arrival home in my inbox :)
She’s come through so strongly - originally I thought to pair her with the five of cups, but no! Had to be today’s post! 🍃
There is so much here to absorb, and yet it is highlighting what has already been absorbed, how strange. I love how one of her names is Mise, like the Irish word for me, it adds an element of extra relatability to her story. It is such a common yet under discussed aspect of life, that hole that grief sucks you into, that sweet relief of disconnecting. The symbolism of the card, the unseen cup is so interesting. Thank you for the reminder to keep looking up.
I reread the story of Mis a little while ago for the first time since childhood (and after the loosening of religious shackles in Ireland) and felt so sad at her return to the community. I suppose because so many stories end with the woman getting married, that happy ever after is supposedly achieved, but also because our legends have been told through a catholic lens, placing extra importance on women returning to 'normality' or what is expected of them.
The stories were used to keep us in our place and reinforce the message that return can happen if obedience is offered, both in society and in the church. I questioned whether she really was happy and fulfilled as mother and wife after the freedom of the wilds. Was it so easy for him to get such a strong and spiritually powerful wife, just by offering some kindness? Was he enough for her? Did he honour her through their marriage? I'm really enjoying seeing women today living their own versions, welcoming partners to their forests but declining the invite back to the community and the traditional roles offered them.
Sorry, I have veered off topic, I just love how much can be learned from her story, and the connection the four of cups is a new angle for me, thanks again, great post.
This is fabulous. Not just the story of Mis but this interpretation really resonates and gave me an ah ha moment.