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Heronkind offers virtual, accessible healing sessions - Reiki, astrology, tarot & more!

Heronkind Stories & Healing is a magical practice devoted to sharing astrology, energy healing, spiritual guidance, natural wisdom, queer fiction and art, intersectional feminism, and environmental justice with the world. Through Heronkind, writer and witch Lauren Trombino-Walleser offers virtual, accessible inspiration, support, and unconditional love for people across the planet traveling their own unique path.

02/06/2026

Thank you to the sweet souls who joined me for our monthly virtual reiki circle last night. It is one of my greatest joys to get to share these peaceful, restorative, deeply moving evenings with you. Last night there was a lot of green energy, the hope of spring returning and brighter days ahead. May we never abandon that hope. May we continue to grow our capacity to hold all that is, releasing what’s ready to be shed, embracing what we’re ready to welcome in. See you again soon, loves 🌱💜✨

02/04/2026

I am honored to be offering tarot readings February 24-26 as part of Golden Dome’s Tarot-Thon for Immigrant Justice 🦋✨

Every dollar raised goes directly to Al Otro Lado, Black Immigrants Bail Fund, Minnesota Immigrant Rights Action Committee, and Q***r Immigrant Justice Project, providing urgent legal and material support to immigrant communities.

For the past decade, these Tarot-thons have transformed divination and healing arts into a collective fundraising practice, directing spiritual and creative labor toward support for those harmed by structural violence. The Tarot-Thon for Immigrant Justice is an expression of unequivocal solidarity with immigrant communities facing violence, unjust enforcement, and harmful rhetoric.

Donation receipts will be posted publicly by Golden Dome on March 1. These tarot readings are $25 for a 20-minute, virtual three-card reading, with 100% of profits passed on to Golden Dome to donate to the organizations above. Book your reading at https://heronkind-schedule.as.me/tarot-thon-2026 and help us raise funds!

Thank you to Golden Dome for organizing this virtual fundraiser, and to the 60+ fellow practitioners who are participating. May we continue to share our work in service of the collective to co-create a more love-rooted, safe, and pleasurable world for all beings. And so it is 💚

02/03/2026

Full Moon in Leo Collective Card Reading 🌕 ✨ The Hermit, Ace of Thunder, The Unseen

Leo energy is loud, charismatic, and unafraid to share their most precious gems with the world. This full moon wants us to get in touch with the gems inside each of us—the aha moment, the light bulb, the idea that changes how we show up. That’s what the Ace of Thunder (Swords) invites us to explore.

When inspiration calls, will you accept the mission? Will you choose to shed whatever holds you back from embracing the gifts and talents you have to offer as medicine for the world? Listen deep for all the hints and glimmers that point you in the right direction.

Two Major Arcana cards show up to help us in our mission. The Hermit asks that we devote our sacred alone time to going down the rabbit hole on our most expansive and life-affirming projects, even if that means getting to know who you are on a whole new level. Commit to your dreams like it is a divine assignment from the universe.

The Unseen—a special card in The Gentle Tarot—assures that it is indeed a direct communication from our ancestors. Our beloved dead have seen the entire journey, and they know what role you were born to play. Allow them to assist you in being the brave, beautiful soul you were always meant to be. No one can make it happen like you can make it happen.

May we each offer our unique spark in service of the whole. May we trust that our contributions are worth the effort. May every cosmic leap within us propel the collective towards a brighter tomorrow.

Cards from The Gentle Tarot by Mari in the Sky💛

02/01/2026

Happy Imbolc, witches 💚🔥✨

February 1 is the Celtic-Pagan holiday marking the halfway point between winter and spring. It is the initial spark of light returning, a time of renewal and rebirth, when our ancestors lit candles or danced around bonfires to protect the land, livestock, and each other.

The festival honors Brigid, goddess of fire, poetry, healing, smithcraft, creativity, and inspiration. Many stories talk about her radical commitment to defying oppressive systems and championing the rights of marginalized people. Like the snake and fire symbolism with which Brigid is associated, this can be a powerful day to invoke transformation, name what we want to shed, and align our individual spark with the desire to create and channel hope. We may choose to celebrate today by lighting candles, tending to our hearth, and honoring the potency of the dark as a necessary gestation period as we prepare for the return of the light.

In all the ways that we are called to show up in solidarity and support right now, may we remember that Spirit is always with us. May we reignite our rituals and traditions in service of the future we are creating together. May we always know, deep in our bones, that we are held beyond what our eyes can see, and that we are never alone in our journey towards a more loving and peaceful existence.

01/15/2026

Love and magic are in the air this season! Join me for events in Boston & beyond 💕✨

I am thrilled to be partnering with so many wonderful local businesses for events rooted in joy and connection this winter. Come get cozy and enjoy a tarot reading at Petrova Chocolates in the North End, Highland & Heather in Andover, Dear Annie in Cambridge, and All She Wrote Books in Somerville. We’ve got all the Valentines and Galentines fun lined-up for you, complete with tasty treats, natural wine, witchy gifts, q***r romance novels, and more! Plus, join me for our next FREE Virtual Reiki Circle for some much needed relaxation and community care.

You can guarantee your spot by pre-booking at www.heronkind.com/events, and walk-ins are always welcome as time allows. See you soon, loves! 🔮💝

01/07/2026

Had my first virtual session of the new year with a client yesterday, and it felt so good to be back. I am endlessly inspired by the beautiful souls I get to work with from all over the world. Whether we’re connecting with messages from Spirit through the cards, diving into the purpose and passion unlocked in a birth chart, or surrendering to the peace and relaxation of reiki, every single session is so special. Thank you for another year of honoring me with the opportunity to serve this community, both near and far.

Ready to kick start your year with some extra magic? You can book a virtual tarot, astrology, or reiki session at www.heronkind.com. See you soon, witches 💖

📸 by the divine Carlie Febo

12/29/2025

The Full Moon in Cancer on January 3 brings us some very cozy energy for the start of the new year.

Conjunct Jupiter, the planet of luck and expansion, this moon wants us to celebrate the people and places that feel like home.

What kind of wisdom wants to be channeled up from our emotional center this season? How can we embrace our sensitivity and the need for nurturance not as burdens, but as necessary elements for living a life rooted in love?

Opposite the Sun, Venus, and Mars in Capricorn, there could be a little tug-of-war between our head and our heart. It’s time declare once and for all that compassionate, empathetic leadership is the way of the future. We can be strong and soft, and indeed, we must be to meet the challenges of our time.

Square Chiron in Aries, whatever wounds still remain from being told we are “too sensitive” or emotional are ready to be released and tended to with love and support from those who value our wholeness.

Trine the North Node in Pisces and Sextile the South Node in Virgo, this is an opportune moment to turn down the volume on the inner critic, release the need for control, and wade out into the ocean of possibilities 2026 has to offer.

What will we dream in together? May each of us dare to let our precious, wise hearts lead the way. 🌕✨

12/27/2025

Let the magic of the season carry you into the new year! 🔮🎉✨

I am so excited for this January line-up of events in collaboration with local businesses near and dear to my heart. Join me for tarot readings at Dear Annie and Dearly Studio, Tarot 101 at Side Quest Books & Games at Bow Market, and of course our monthly FREE Virtual Reiki Circle. Kick off 2026 with community, connection, and confidence as we tune in with our intuition and the power of our purpose in the year ahead!

Learn more and book your spot today at www.heronkind.com/events. See you soon, witches! ❄️

12/09/2025

With the New Moon in Sagittarius on December 19—conjunct the Sun and Venus in Sagittarius and Mars in Capricorn—we are invited to set intentions for 2026.

What relationships are longing for growth and expansion? What goals and purpose-driven work are we ready to take a big leap forward with in the new year? Think about what lights you up, fills you with hope, and makes you feel buoyant at this time rather than getting weighed down by what is too heavy.

Shooting stars need fuel to keep blazing trails. Try to surround yourself with inspiration and company who will remind you why any of this matters.

Square Saturn and Neptune in Pisces, there will always be that little voice that challenges our perception of what is possible. Consider telling that voice to take a back seat for a while, maintaining whatever structures are helpful for your progress, but letting go of the tendency to dim your own light or not take your passion seriously.

Trine Chiron retrograde in Aries, it makes sense that we might have some childhood wounds flare up for a new layer of healing as we approach the holidays. Remember how far you’ve come, and that even if what we’ve gone through isn’t at all fair, we can reclaim our power to tell our own story. Pay attention to what makes you feel free and limitless and nurture that feeling rather than getting stuck in what threatens to burst your bubble or hold you down.

There is so much good ahead for us. Each and every one of us can contribute to that good. May we plant seeds of optimistic expectation and new beginnings at we approach the next chapter together. 🌙✨

12/03/2025

Full Moon in Gemini Collective Tarot Reading 🌕✨ Four of Stones, Two of Wands, The Tower

I had to laugh a little as I pulled a Two for this Gemini Moon. Gemini is represented by the twins. The energy is multifaceted, variable, and curious. The Two of Wands wants us to stay open to the path ahead, to assess our footing and decide what we need as we begin to embark on a new journey of creativity and self-discovery. What have you already said yes to somewhere in your heart? What next steps are needed to prepare, and how much energy will you need to get there? Allow yourself the time and space to craft a plan rather than forging ahead and burning out too quickly. When you’re ready, trust that you’ll know.

The Four of Stones (Pentacles) emphasizes the need for rest on a physical level. Our bodies want to hibernate this time of year, and unfortunately, our society doesn’t allow for as much down time as we need. Where can you carve out even just a little more spaciousness to allow yourself to recharge? Who can you ask for help? Protecting our health and well-being is non-negotiable, and it’s always better if we can pause before our body demands we stop.

This is extra important, because the Tower brings in the bold energy of change. Something about the way we’re moving or thinking wants to be overhauled. This is the perfect time of year to write down what you’re ready to release and safely burn it, rip it into pieces, or just throw it away. As we start to feel into the spark of new intentions for 2026, let yourself really take stock of what isn’t working so you can focus on what wants to bloom instead. Let whatever feelings—grief, relief, joy, excitement—come up for air and coexist. The Tower always leads to The Star, which will help us integrate the lessons and healing we’ve gained through our journey.

May each of us feel into our own pace and rhythm, honoring what needs extra care, releasing what does not need to come with us into the next chapter. May we exhale deeply, keep our boundaries strong, and soften into rest wherever we can. May we trust the little spark within us to be our guide.

Cards from The Gentle Tarot by Mari in the Sky💜

11/28/2025

Give the gift of magic this holiday season! 🎁

Heronkind gift certificates offer an experience that will carry your loved ones into the new year feeling uplifted, inspired, and empowered. Our virtual sessions allow people to tune in with the magic of tarot, reiki, and astrology from anywhere in the world. With options ranging from just $25 for a 20-minute tarot reading to $275 for a full birth chart reading and distance reiki healing, there’s something for everyone.

Plus, now through December 11, when you purchase a gift certificate online, I will also send you one of our physical gift cards (the perfect little stocking stuffer) along with a Heronkind sticker. These gift certificates pair perfectly with goodies from all your favorite local shops & businesses!

Learn more and explore tarot, reiki, and astrology gifts at www.heronkind.com. Thank you for supporting my small business and making magic with me all year long! 💖🎉

11/25/2025

The Full Moon in Gemini on December 4—opposite the Sun, Venus, and Mars in Sagittarius—wants us to stay curious.

Gemini is the sign of communication, exchanging ideas, flexibility, friendship, and storytelling. Where are we holding on too tightly to self-righteousness and rigid thinking? As we head into the holidays, can we start with curiosity and compassion as we encounter people and perspectives that differ from our own experience?

Square the South Node in Virgo and North Node in Pisces, there could be some resistance to the growth journey we’ve been on all year around structure vs. surrender, knowing that we have to stay devoted to our wholeness and well-being while also giving ourselves and others the grace to be messy and evolving. We are human, every single one of us, after all. No one is perfect, and yet, boundaries continue to be more important than ever.

The Grand Water Trine between Jupiter in Cancer, Mercury in Scorpio, and Saturn in Pisces can help us wade through the emotional ebb and flow we’re bound to experience with this moon. There is an opportunity for true belonging and connection, for exploring the depths of our relationships and the complex feelings that come with them, and for finding the balance between being empathetic and armored.

The more we’re able to hold multiple truths at once, the more smoothly things will tend to go for us right now. Know that you’re not alone, and that support is always available. May we reach out and embrace our community this holiday season and always. 🌕✨

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