In past readings, the 3 of swords has come up as 'growing pains' things that make us cry, but make us human.
The first time we fall over a child and scrape our knee
The first time we really fancy the pants off someone and they dont give you the time of day
The first time you fall out of love with someone etc.
I've also had this card come up when there have been LOTS of arguments, lots of communication, but not the right sort. Theres talking with each other and talking/shouting at each other. The air gets very stormy, and usually it could be an argument because someone else is behind one of them, egging on a fight, mother in law, best friend, someone whos jealous, someone whos having an affair. Theres definately some form of secrecy ad betrayal here, as one sword hides behind the other (in parallel) to hit it. You think you are fighting one thing, but really its another - displacement comes to mind here as well.
Sezo
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