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Dear Velvet Tarot Column

Dear Velvet 

February 2010

Dear Velvet,

I've been dating a man for five months and am wondering if he could be the one for me.  I'm not trying to rush anything but am very curious about the possibilities.  Thank you.

Sincerely,
Carrie

Dear Carrie,

The Two of Shells is the card of romance and connection!  There appears to be a lot of potential for this relationship to continue growing . . . and it's certainly possible with this very favorable energy that this man could be "the one" for you.  This is an excellent energy to surround a relationship.  Through connecting with this person, you may find that you both are actually finding "more" in life together.  Things seem to be balanced, allowing for you to feel emotionally complete, supported, loved, understood, and appreciated in this relationship.  There is a sense of "us" or "we" . . . instead of just "me."

The Two of Shells shows us the beauty and positive power created when two people come together.  This relationship is setting up to be one that holds the potential to be a lasting union.  Of course, the ultimate outcome will depend on the choices that each of you make in this, but I do see a lot of love surrounding the situation.  That love and support can really do wonders in helping the two of you successfully overcome any problems that surface.  He seems to matter to you, and you seem to matter to him!  This is a very positive energy of accord and alliance.

It's good that you indicated you are not trying to rush things, because a love this wonderful should move along at a natural pace -- and not be hurried a long.  So many people want to push things faster than they are meant to go . . . and they ultimately can end up ruining a good thing because of that.  So enjoy what you have, and let the relationship keep going at a pace that remains comfortable for both of you.  You and this man seem to share a very special connection.  The love and the feelings are mutual, and this can be true love!  The Two of Shells portrays a situation of "two hearts beating as one."  So it seems that the two of you are on the "same page" with each other.  You've got a good thing here, and all good things should be nurtured and cared for in order to enjoy the results of positive growth.

In some cases, the Two of Shells comes up to indicate that you have found your soul mate.  Unconditional love is shown through this card.  Even if the two of you seem like "opposites," this is the kind of opposites that attract and can enjoy a successful union because of each person's individuality that adds to the life experience of the other person -- and takes nothing away because of it.

So yes, Carrie, I would have to say that this relationship holds the potential to go the distance!  It is quite possible that this man may be "the one" for you.  Continue to enjoy what you have, nourish what is there, and don't think that the "honeymoon" feeling ever has to vanish.  That's the mistake that new couples tend to make.  Once they feel like the "honeymoon" is wearing off, they start doubting things.  The "honeymoon phase" of a relationship generally lasts from 4 to 6 months.  As you indicated that you and this man have dated for five months, it's important to keep the fun and happy moments alive in this union.  You're at the stage in a relationship where you may naturally doubt or question things, even if the situation is not necessarily bad.  So if you are having those doubts, just know that the honeymoon doesn't have to end!  Things are set up nicely here, and it can be a mutually loving and beneficial relationship for both of you.

Many Blessings,

Velvet Angel