Three of Cups

Artist: Madeline Maurer

The Three of Cups represents our need to embrace our communities and friendships. In the image, three friends fish in the Mississippi river. The act of fishing connects to the element of water, associated with the cups, as well as reaping the benefits of your labor. On the end of each fishing line is a yellow rose; these flowers symbolize friendship. The friends share a moment of peace and joy, appreciating both the scene around them and each other’s company. This version of the card is based on a picture I took on a recent fishing trip with some close friends whom I’ve known since orientation. To me, they represent my community at St. Kate’s.