Cool deck. I love the black cats. I might have to go get that deck next time I'm at the metaphysical book store.

That Emperor and XoC could also be pointing to being over-full. I have had a combo like that come up for myself when I have been feeling stuck, even though I'm in top form other than the emo-stuff. So I think your practical advice to self makes a great deal of sense.

Time for that Emperor to know it's fine for him to speak up about what's a-happenin' in his kingdom.