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Feng Shui for Love

2006-05-26T23:13:00.000-07:00

Feng Shui can help you to attract a partner, enhance your romantic life or maintain a long-term relationship.
A pair of Mandarin Ducks are the most popular symbol of love. Pairs should be placed together, never seperate a pair of Mandarin Ducks for it is said that they will pine away and die of loneliness. Place a pair of Mandarin Ducks in the Southwest section of your house or bedroom to create love and marriage luck.
The Rooster offers protection and brings fidelity.
Double Fishes represent fertility, the joy of union and conjugal bliss
The Phoenix And Dragon are the ultimate symbol of Yin and Yang; male and female in perfect harmony. Together they strength relationships and kindle romance. Place a Phoenix And Dragon Embracing in your bedroom or in your relationship sector to enhance your life together.
If you are single or looking to improve your relationship, sleep with your head pointed in your Nien Yin (Relationships) direction according to your Kua number.
Avoid sleeping facing the door as this may cause problems in your relationship.
Strengthen the Southwest section of your home. According to the Eight Aspirations, the Southwest section governs romance and marriage happiness. The element of Southwest is Earth. Activate that section with a pleasant decoration of small rocks or anything made from terra cotta or clay. Alternately, hang a picture of a mountain but not one that shows any water.
If you are single and looking for love, hang a painting of peonies - the Chinese flower of love - in your house.
Try to balance the Yin and Yang in your house.

Sometimes i feel like that.like this

2006-05-08T22:26:00.000-07:00

AH ITS MONDAY AGAINS I GOTTA GO TO WORK , SO THAT BITES , BUT YA ITS ALL GOOD , IAM GETTING READY I GOTTA GO STRAIGHTEN MY HAIR AND BLOW DRY IT CAUSE I HAD TO WASH IT TODAY , BUT YA ITS ALL GOOD , I WAS LOOKING AT SOME STUFF ONLINE THAT BROUGHT BACK SOME MEMORIES OF A ONCE UPON A TIME THING , YA , *GASPS* I WISH IT WASNT THAT WAY BUT YA ,, LIFE IS A BITCH AS ALWAYS , IT BITES ASS BUT I FEEL PRETTY GOOD CAUSE I FEEL LIKE I TRY MY BEST IN EVERYTHING I DO , SO IF THINGS DONT GO MY WAY I KNOW ITS NOT CAUSE OF ME NOT TRYING , ITS BECAUSE THEY JUST ARE NOT MEANT TO BE, BUT I CANNOT BLAME ME , FOR OTHER PEOPLES DECISIONS ALL I CAN DO IS SAY " BEIDA DONT EVEN TRIP CAUSE U TRIED YOUR VERY FUCKEN BEST " YUP THAT IS HOW I FUCKEN SEE THINGS , ALL I GOTTA SAY IS THAT I DO NOT FORGIVE OR FORGET WHAT PEOPLE DO OR SAY TO ME , NEVER I NEVER 4GET THAT SHIT AND I CAN HOLD A GRUDGE FOR ETERNITY IF I HAVE TOOO.. I WILL FUCKEN DIE WITH THAT GRUDGE, IF I MUST , WELL GOTTA RUN AND DO MY HAIR . AND THEN GOTO WORK.

My friend wonamri, ask me to cut off my hair. She jealous anyway!! because my hair longer than her hair.

Tips for won to make her hair long,
just put 'lidah buaya' after syampoo your hair.

Fengshui - general tips

2006-05-04T21:01:00.000-07:00

Fengshui for doors - Doors should open opposite each other. They should not be offset. If doors are offset use a mirror remedy. You should postion the furniture as far away from opening doors as possible. Doors should open and close easily. They should be in proportion to the room size. If the door is too large it will allow the chi to escape fast. If the doors are too small it restricts the chi access.

Fengshui for windows - Windows should open outwards. Octagonal and arched windows are good fengshui. If windows open inwards you will need to establish the type of chi being let in. Opening inwards to the West may be a problem, so take action by blocking excess chi with an outward facing mirror or a plant on a windowsill.
Fengshui for desks - Never sit with your back to the door. If there is more than one door you need to position your desk so that you can see all the doors. Do not sit with your back to a west facing window. To attract fame and fortune have the desk facing south, south-east. To the left is your health area. Keep your out-tray here. To the right is your wealth enrichment, so keep your intray here. The right hand edge is your education, so keep reference books here. The left hand edge is where you should place your coffee.

Fengshui for curtains - During daytime, curtains should be pulled back. However, at night keep all curtains closed. It is bad luck to have an exposed window looking into the black night. Blinds should only be of natural material such as wood. Chi filtering through blinds will take on the resonance of the blind colour. Curtains that hang limply each side of a window are bad fengshui. Curtains should have a little curve to them and should reach the floor. When the curtains are drawn together there should be masses of fabric hanging in pleats and folds. Curtains should be kept clean. Heavy fabrics for winter and lighter fabrics for summer are recommended. Plastic rings are bad fengshui. Always use natural products. Curtains should also open and close easily.
Fengshui for the front door - The front door should be in proportion to the house. If it is too large then too much chi escapes everytime the door is opened. To prevent this hang a wind chime to reflect the chi back into the house. The front door should not face a lamp post or tree. The front door should not face the direction of the driveway. The interior of the front door should not face the back door. If the front door is too small you should hang mirrors on either side of it.

Fengshui for the staircase - Chi flows both up and down a staircase. If the stairs are too close to the front door then the chi will flow straight out. The flow of chi can be broken by using a well positioned plant or windchime. Stairs with bends help the chi flow smoothly. However, too sharp a bend will block the chi. Place a mirror at the bend in the stairs.
Fengshui for the bathroom - A toilet with its seat left up will allow chi to drain away. Therefore it is important to keep the lid closed. Try to make sure the bathroom is not in your wang tsai area which covers prosperity and wealth. The bathroom door should be closed as much as possible. Hang a mirror on the bathroom door facing outwards. If there is no window in the toilet hang a mirror above the toilet.

Fengshui for the living room - If your dining or kitchen area opens off the living room you will need to screen these off with a plant covered trellis or partition. Furniture should be arranged so the honoured guest faces the door. Be aware of corners or alcoves which are dead areas for the flow of chi. Use colour and light to lift these areas. You may also place a pot plant with round leaves there. The layout of seating is very important. Preferably seating should be arranged in a cirle or octagon. The living room should not be cluttered with furniture. A large mirror in the room will help create the feeling of space. Avoid giving the television a place of importance in the room. The television should be enclosed in a cabinet. The room should be warm and cosy with pictures and ornaments.

Fengshui for the dining room - The honoured guest position should face the door. The door should not open too close to any chairs. Preferably the table should incorporate the octagonal Pa Kwa shape. Make sure there is plenty of room to walk around the table. Mirrors will make the room feel larger. Don't locate the dining room in sight of the front door.

Feng Shui Tips For Health

2006-05-03T23:18:00.000-07:00

Identify your Heavenly Doctor location first of all by making use of your Gua number. For good health, sleep with your head directed towards the Heavenly Doctor location (when you are prone on the bed, your head should be pointing towards this location – not your feet!). If you sleep with your spouse or partner and you’re not sure on how to proceed, no worries. The both of you should then sleep accordingly following the main breadwinner’s Heavenly Doctor location.If this is not possible for you, the next best thing is to simply sleep with your head pointing towards your other two auspicious directions according to your Gua number.Now that’s done, the battle’s already half won! The next step to Feng Shui your way to a better health is to utilize metal cures. Metal cures are really just Feng Shui items with metal make. What makes these pieces so precious are their potent power in weakening the dreaded malignant stars #2 Black and #5 Yellow. The #2 Black star is also known as the Sickness star, whereas the #5 Yellow is the Accident star. And as such, you can see that they aren’t conducive to a healthy you.Choose metal cures with health-related properties – such as Wu Lous, or gourds – to increase your health factor and place them in your Southeast and West location of the home for year 2006.How about making use of gemstones for some crystal healing? The jade crystal has long been touted as the stone to turn to for health crises. The jade stone, fresh and effervescent, is reputed to be a cure for all types of ills and pains. We like this crystal because it’s a beautiful Oriental- themed item suitable for sprucing up the home and its health-rich benefits are indispensable for the health-conscious among us!Jade items in the shape of the tortoise, Chinese coins and even wu lous are very auspicious to have, since the marriage between the jade and a health-rich Feng Shui item is a double-plus for your health. Place these items close to you in the bedroom or around your office space.Having your feet planted in the direction of your bedroom door while you sleep the night away is not very auspicious for you, since this connotes to you being ‘carried’ away to the netherworld. Simply reposition your bed to avoid this, or place a screen between the bed and the door. Remember that in Feng Shui, the rule of thumb is out of sight, out of mind.Mirrors in the bedroom are perfectly fine during the day, but come nighttime, it’s not very auspicious for you if you can see yourself in the mirror lying down. No, you don’t need to throw out your beloved dressing mirror just yet! Just simply cover it up with a piece of cloth at night. You can take it off as soon as you wake up in the morning.And last but not least, keeping a close eye on what you eat and drink, as well as augmenting your day with at least some type of exercise regimen is also important in maintaining good health. All the Feng Shui in the world will not save you if you won’t help yourself first! Remember that your own actions in this lifetime is called Man Luck, and makes up a big percentage of your life path potential as well. Make an effort to keep fit, and stock up on green veggies and fresh fruit as well. Smoking and drinking excessively is not good for your body (and soul) in the long run as well, so do keep this in mind.

Feng Shui is for Everybody!

2006-05-01T23:17:00.000-07:00

Feng Shui is for Everybody!
With all the focus on Feng Shui these past few years, it seems that every other individual knows at least something about the subject, even if the information may be slightly skewed. My line of work coupled with my penchant for meeting new people often bring me to unavoidable situations when you meet so and so, and ultimately divulge your job to be met with cries of delight followed by a stream of questions. The first would almost always be,
"How's my Feng Shui?"
(If I had a dollar for every time a new acquaintance asks me that question, believe me, I'd be very happy from being very rich!)
After assuring them that I could not tell them their house Feng Shui without any reference, it would be off to other questions. I am sure you would have encountered these questions sometime or the other,
"I read somewhere that placing this and that here and there would bring me good luck. Is that true?" "Someone told me to buy something to avert incoming disaster.""I am a Christian/Buddhist/Muslim and it is against my religion to believe in other religions.""How do I increase my wealth luck?""Isn't Feng Shui some new age phooey?""Why don't you come by my house to look at it for a bit?""What colours should I wear?""How do I strike the lottery? Any tips?""So there's this guy..."
I can't tell you everything at one go, but if you are a beginner in Feng Shui, there are some things you need to know. Let's start with 5, and here we go.
Feng Shui is for Everybody!
There is no age limit nor gender discrimination as to who can or cannot practise Feng Shui. I once encountered a man in very colourful robes who informed me that Feng Shui is only for men for they are the higher elevated beings... or something. What utter rubbish; Fred Flintstone makes a much better company than him.
If you have the interest and desire to pursue the knowledge, then Feng Shui is definitely for you, no matter whom you are.
Feng Shui is NOT based on any religions
We learnt that as religion spreads throughout the world, it is infused with local culture as to make a certain religion more appealing and acceptable to the people in that particular country. Though there may be slight variations, the basic tenets almost always remain the same.
Feng Shui did originate from China and may have picked up certain Chinese cultural-sy traits throughout the years. However it must be noted that you do not need to deviate from your own religion in order to learn Feng Shui, for it has absolutely nothing to do with ANY religions.
Having said that, you may encounter fractions of Feng Shui practises. It is the same with the culture of religions -- as mentioned, as religions travel the seas they take on local flavour. Hence you have for example, Theravada Buddhism and Mahayana Buddhism, and Catholics and Protestants which is more of a question of different beliefs but the same belief that there is only one God).
Likewise there are different Feng Shui sects, and some methods one sect used may not be used or even approved by another sect. The good news is, classical Feng Shui does not require the burning of incense nor muttered chants.
Feng Shui does NOT cost an arm and a leg
Contrary to popular belief, Feng Shui need not be expensive. Of course if your desire to study it leads you to the next step, you may have to spend some money on educational material -- ie books and courses. All these are not expensive and can be taken at one step at a time, however it is imperative not to fall for costly quick fixes that promise the world yet deliver little, leaving only your wallet a lot lighter. Why, in advanced Feng Shui, all you need is a good compass!
So the next time someone asks you to buy a disfigured frog in the name of Feng Shui, you'd know better.
Feng Shui is organic
You do not need to fill your home or office with decors relating to Chinese culture, unless you really like them and understand that they have nothing to do with Feng Shui. Often the best Feng Shui-ed places were done so conspicuously that you wouldn't notice a thing! True Feng Shui workings do not have to stand out so much nor look out of place. You just need a nudge towards real Feng Shui.
Ultimately it is still the study of qi and we want it to be balanced and in harmony as much as possible, benefitting you and your family members and bring in good fortune. It does not take lucky cats to do that.
Feng Shui works!
At the risk of sounding like a broken record, Feng Shui does work, provided you practise classical Feng Shui and make an effort to understand more about it. Do not go for quick but expensive fixes, do not believe someone when they say they could perform a 'water dragon' audit for you in 10 minutes, run for your life if you hear 'ohm' and smell sweet incense. It is not wrong to do that, but they are not Feng Shui and you deserve more than superstitious trickery

Five Feng Shui Tips for Home Offices

2006-04-30T21:15:00.000-07:00

Feng Shui--said "feng shway"--is the Chinese art of design and placement. It literally means "wind and water," and refers to the principles of flow and easy movement in both indoor and outdoor places.Here are five fast Feng Shui tips to improve your home office.1. What you see is what you get. What's the very first thing that a visitor to your home office would notice? Is it clutter? Is it the great view out your window? Both can be detrimental to your business.Your visitors should see one, important object or focal point, which is a symbol of your business successes and your expertise. It could be a display of your awards. It may be a painting or a poster showing the best of what you sell. But, it should evoke a mental "Oh, how wonderful!" response from visitors, and remind you daily of your business achievements. 2. Display nothing higher than eye level. Many people maximize available space by using the tops of cabinets and bookcases for storage. Tall storage fixtures are fine, as long as there is visible evidence of their stability. One solution is fancy hardware that holds the fixture to the wall. However, Feng Shui suggests that anything that could land on someone's head during a dramatic earthquake--no matter how unlikely--can send a subliminal message of "something's about to fall on you." Have you ever felt an uneasy sense of "loose ends," or as if something is about to land on you, out of the blue? This could result from objects stored too high overhead. In your home office, it's vital to find alternative storage, out of sight.3. Keep your entry as open as possible. From the "wind and water" viewpoint, it's important to leave maximum space around entering visitors. A coat rack or literature display may seem a practical idea, but if it's too close to the door, it can reduce the inflow of business and income. Pretend that you're wearing a huge, fluffy raccoon coat when you enter your workplace. Or imagine that your aura extends at least a foot from your body in all directions. Enter your home office and walk around. Would your coat (or aura) get snagged on anything? If so, put it somewhere else. You and your office visitors should feel entirely at ease as they move around your office. 4. Keep your desk as clean and uncluttered as possible. Some people think that a stack of papers makes them "look busy." Remove all but the most essential tools from your desk. A fresh flower or two is fine; otherwise reduce desk decor to a minimum. The space that you create on your desk also creates space for greater success and new business. 5. Remove all clutter from your office. Even if you work alone at home and no one sees your workspace, the clutter has got to go. Whether it's one small pile related to a project, reference books stacked on the floor, or a chronic storage problem throughout your home office, clutter symbolize snags and snarls in the flows of your business. April Fool's Day is the signal for spring cleaning! Set an alarm for 15 minutes daily, and do nothing but clean and organize your home office. By keeping your office fresh and clutter-free, you'll improve the general sense of well-being--and professionalism--in your work. You'll feel better and your business will benefit.Aisling D'Art is BellaOnline's Feng Shui editor, and owns "Shui to Go!" providing Feng Shui advice. You can read more of her great advice at the Feng Shui site.

Mirrors and Feng Shui

2006-04-29T23:10:00.000-07:00

In the world of Feng Shui there is a lot of talk about mirrors. Some say they can be used to send back bad energy. Others say they can be used to bring in good energy. And then others tell us we can use them to double or even triple our customers walking in the door. There are countless other mirror ‘remedies’ such as putting a mirror under your bed if you sleep in a room over the garage, or placing a mirror in such a way to complete a ‘missing corner’ or to keep toilet sha from entering your sleeping area. Well, we don’t have enough room in this column to explore all of it so I will give you the benefit of my years of experience working with mirrors.Mirrors in bedrooms more often than not create sleeping problems. They cause the qi to bounce around (think of geometry) and become too active for such a yin space. Qi moves on its own accord and when you give it something as reflective as a mirror as well as round objects then it will bounce and spin much like a ball set in motion on a pool table.Mirrors do give the illusion of more space. If a mirror is placed on a wall that is opposite a window that has beautiful flowers or lovely scenery outside, then you have a reflection of that beauty inside. However, if the area on the other side of the wall on which the mirror is hanging is full of clutter then you may have that energy coming through the back of the mirror as well, so the beauty is then diminished. Also, it is important to know what kind of qi is in the wall. Think of it this way, if you like chocolate and you are given chocolate then you are happy about it. If you don’t like chocolate and you are given chocolate then you will be unhappy about it. When you are unhappy, it’s probably that others around you will become unhappy too. So it is a good idea to find out what kind of qi is in the mirrored wall and how well it likes the reflection being brought to it. There is some qi that has a very negative reaction to red roses or a green lawn, while there is other qi that loves the red roses or green lawn. One rule of thumb in feng shui is that when the qi is happy, the people are happy. Yup, it’s just that simple.Mirrors can help move good qi around to other spaces in your home. Back to the ball on the pool table example – if you have really good qi coming in a door you can place a mirror so that it sends the qi to other parts of the house. Slow moving fans are good to help with this, too, as is color and use of pathways.I have experimented with ba gua mirrors for years under many diverse conditions. I have found that placing ba gua mirrors to ward of bad energy coming from a neighbor is more likely to cause problems than cure them. If you have a sharp pointing roof coming to your home it may not be as bad as you think. If it is doing harm then there are ways of landscaping or ornaments that can diffuse the qi. Another rule of thumb in feng shui is to consider how to use the qi rather than trying to suppress it or send it away.In the old days mirrors were really highly polished metal pieces. Today we have glass with silver on the back. The silver wears away over time leaving the mirrors less clear than when they were new. It is said that the image and some energy of every person that passes by or looks into the mirror is held in the silver backing. Fact or superstition? I don’t know for sure. I do know that after removing old mirrors from my home and replacing them with new ones I experienced an instant relief. ‘Clearing’ mirrors in public places such as department stores and hair salons has helped impact the well being and happiness of people working in those places. I have actually seen the mood of customers become happier after the mirrors were cleared

The Many Changing Colors of Feng Shui

2006-04-28T21:08:00.000-07:00

Although many years ago it wasn't a primary thing to go over unless I was doing a remodel, I was not asked much by my clients about the colors they should use. I typically saw traditional light and pale walls and white ceilings and doors and there didn't seem to be much of an interest in what would be "Feng Shui" colors to implement into their new spaces.Now it is something we cover with every consultation. People I believe are more in tune with colors and not the ones Feng Shui typically consider the "best" colors to use though out certain parts of your home or office. I myself get confused by the contradictory books. I read two recently that suggests painting your front door black. Did that rule out the former principle of painting your front door Red, to bring in good fortune and auspicious chi? And what about clients who wanted a regular white door because that is what they are comfortable with? I myself in the last several years have experimented much more with colors in my own space, colors that for one reason or another would not have been chosen as a "Feng Shui" Color, but I am perfectly in tune with them and love the feeling. I think that the use of colors lifts us up and brightens us, whatever our color choices are. And although I still have some strong suggestions for my clients, I am finding they are also more in tune with choosing colors and non traditional colors in almost every area of their spaces and they love it.As for the front door dilemma, I would like a client to use their own good taste on what would best suit their likes and dislikes. While it is true to grace an entrance way, if my client wants to use white they can always hang a colorful wreath around it. And something lovely that says "Welcome" as that is what you truly wish people to feel upon entering your home. I don't believe your door has to be either red or black as the books suggest. Isn't it said good Chi follows good people?The controversy about Feng Shui Colors for Bedrooms wages on. Don't use red, you are told, it is too stimulating and won't promote good and restful sleep. Except that the lights are off when you are sleeping and I can't find a thing wrong with a stimulating bedroom while you are awake! My advice to my clients is simply that bedrooms are shared rooms and should require both of the adults occupying the space to agree on a color they are both in tune with. There are many other ways to promote the restful sleep your body needs to restore each night and I have seen absolutely beautiful bedrooms where people are sleeping well and feeling restored.This brings me briefly to another point I came across recently. It is a fact that energy from above you hangs down over you (be careful of the cluttered attics) and energy from below you rises up (which is why we are so careful not to cram the basement with clutter as well). Why, then, is it said to put a Red Sheet to sleep on under your mattress? Your body is more unprotected then at any other time while sleeping. I do not promote putting a red, stimulating color under your mattress to have that energy rising up while you actually are trying to rest and restore. I am trying to figure that one out, but until I do I just don't recommend it!I was recently asked to give a consultation at a home that was undergoing extreme renovations. What I had not realized as we were speaking at length about different issues what the upstairs of the home was primarily done. I have to give my wonderful clients credit for letting their children pick out their own colors for their rooms. Long gone were the pale pinks and blues I am used to seeing and they had each chosen a brighter, more pastel color. They all loved their rooms, slept well, did not become overactive or have any difficulties at all. And they loved spending time in their rooms as well.I give my client a lot of credits for letting them take a part in the very important decision process of choosing colors they wanted and felt well in. And quite frankly, when the doors are all open upstairs and you get a glimpse of each room vibrant with color, it looks like a palette upstairs. It also did something for the children, which was made them feel valued; their opinion counted and it gave them esteem as well as a beautiful room they could truly enjoy.I do stick with the principles of leaving entranceways light and inviting. Not white necessarily, but sticking to a light color in this area does make people feel warm and welcomed. And choosing a darker color in this area can make people feel closed in and a sort of heaviness they are probably not even aware of. It also opens up the entryway making it feel larger. So what then, are, proper Feng Shui Colors for any rooms? I have seen Reds in every type of room and love it. I have seen the white ceilings done away with and loved that as well. I have seen bright bedrooms, more vibrant shades and people truly expressing who they are through their use of color and I don't discourage it, as a matter of fact, I am usually in tune with it myself.Perhaps it was too many years of white, off white, cream, eggshell or any other name you wanted to use for traditional paint colors through out an entire home. Or maybe that people are instinctively feeling what is a good color to surround themselves with. It can be different for everyone.My final thought on painting a new color is simply this. Through my own mistakes, I found that light changes the colors sometimes dramatically as it changes throughout the day and into the evening. As our lights at home are usually standard bulbs, it can make the look drastically different. I am a huge fan of the Benjamin Moore color samples and choosing a day when you can see the color you are thinking of choosing at different times of the day and into the evening. That way you can get all perspectives of the colors and know what your room will look like before you paint it. And won't have any unhappy surprises after the job is done.Good luck with your color choices; they reflect your state of mind, enhance your moods and make YOU feel good in every room of your space! And isn't that what a good "Feng Shui" Color is supposed to do?

Explaining Myth

2006-04-26T13:10:00.000-07:00

A fairly large amount of emails I receive are from people asking about the use of objects, colours, and numbers in the practice of Feng Shui. This is understandable as there is still a lack of resources available dedicated to the study of classical Feng Shui. This is not to say that crystals or numbers have no significance at all. To be fair, today there are studies and research devoted to crystals and natural stones. However, these do not form any basis in classical Feng Shui studies.All branches of Chinese Metaphysics, be it astrology, longevity, medicine, divination, or Feng Shui, is laid on the understanding of the ‘Cosmic Trinity’ of ‘Heaven’, ‘Earth’, and ‘Man’. Each of these three components is able to influence an individual’s Destiny.So if you are asked, “Can Feng Shui solve all our problems?”The answer, is quite simply, ‘NO’.Feng Shui, belonging to ‘Earth luck’, is the study of environment’s Qi (or energy) and how a building receives this Qi. For one event to take place in Man’s destiny, the wheels of Heaven, Earth, and Man have to be aligned. While we have no control over Heaven’s will, the given factor, we have total control over our own actions and decisions, or ‘Man luck’. Feng Shui then comes in as the last key to influence events to a certain degree – maximise the good and minimise the bad.So does Feng Shui work on a belief basis? Does it involve affirmations or chanting? Will it be considered blasphemous against your religion?Once again, the answer is a resounding ‘NO’.Firstly, Feng Shui is not a religion nor is it spiritual in nature. For example, we do not have to ‘believe’ in gravity in order for us to stay firmly on the ground, right? Although the ancient Chinese did not discover the ‘Law of Gravity’ per se, they did however, attribute forces that have a downward moving tendency as ‘Water Qi’. Energy that rises was termed as ‘Fire’. Inertia is synonymous with ‘Earth Qi’. Indeed, the ‘Five Elements’ were not referring solely to the actual, tangible elements, but conditions or phases of energy. This too is a wide misconception today that needs to be clarified.
Due to ancient Chinese beliefs, symbols and good luck charms are also included, somewhat carelessly, into the practise of Feng Shui today. Is it wrong to display Chinese characters (or whatever your native language) that represent ‘Happiness’, ‘Unity’, and ‘Good Fortune’? Of course not – but yet it is crucial to understand that symbols affect the psychology of the person, not the Qi of the house. Thus, symbols enhance ‘Man luck’ and not ‘Earth luck’. Obviously the Earth itself affects Earth Luck.So what do you look for in Feng Shui? Mountains and rivers all play crucial roles. Remember, these were all originally part of the Earth before Humans. Mountains grew in a particular spot after being exposed to the gravitational pull of certain stars for a long period of time. Different mountain shapes were born from different clusters of stars having a gravitational influence on the Earth. Then Qi, the natural life force, began to permeate from the mountains to give life to its surroundings. This was the original point of study where Feng Shui began.So, do we have to worry about what number our house is, or what colour to paint it? Not really, from a Feng Shui point of view. Find out instead where your house is located. That alone can tell you what kind of Qi governs the entire area. If your area has strong ‘Water Qi’ for example, simply living in a red house with the number 888, will make no difference whatsoever.

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2006-04-25T18:58:00.000-07:00

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2006-04-24T17:57:00.000-07:00

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By Mark Lerner for Astrology.com - The early morning conjunction between Ceres and Neptune in Aquarius (1:38AM PDT) may carry more dynamism and magic than you would expect. Feel the earth move under your feet as the day begins. Enjoy a morning excursion into Mother Nature's forests and meadows. Visit fresh fruit and vegetable markets in your locality. If working in the garden is not your cup of tea, bring some green plants into your home. Vesta is on the march again today after making two alignments yesterday. It forms an awkward, 150-degree aspect with Neptune (12:07PM PDT). Signing your John Hancock on financial agreements is not a wise move around this time. Return to your physical fitness routines with a vengeance this afternoon. Open new doors to social and cultural events this evening in tandem with a Moon-Venus sextile from Taurus to Pisces

Accurate Astrology Reports

2005-07-28T22:03:00.000-07:00

Personal Natal Readings and Compatibility Comparisons!
Accurate Astrology ReportsNatal and Compatibility Charts available Due to some major set up problems with new isp email I can no longer fill or accept orders. While I can recieve email I cannot presently send it.I offer my apologies to those that have recently ordered but I cannot email you back at this time. Due to some major set up problems with new isp email I can no longer fill or accept orders. While I can recieve email I cannot presently send it.I offer my apologies to those that have recently ordered but I cannot email you back at this time. I will be taking orders again when the problems are resolved. Meanwhile I have arranged for you to order your charts from Astrology.com. They offer a very good chart service. Try a free sample Personal Astrology Profile from Astrology.com! There is still a wealth of good Astrology information here on this site that I am sure you will find helpful and enjoyable. Get to know yourself or someone else better than you ever believed possible! Your location, birth date and time are very special events that point to many influences at work in your life

The chinese Feng Shui

2005-06-28T23:03:00.000-07:00

Feng Shui. The Chinese and millions of other people believe, and live their lives by these natural forces. There are many different 'schools' of Feng Shui and you will find variations in the use and positioning of items.
A good Feng Shui Consultant or practitioner can suggest ways to improve the environment and harmony in any home or business using the five elements, xuan kong flying star, colour, positioning of furnishings etc, cures for problem areas and much more. Feng Shui is used by millions of people all over the world to enhance and attract good health, wealth and relationships

This month's Feng Shui Tips

2005-03-22T17:30:00.000-08:00

Feng Shui Tip # 1 :
Never give your loved one white roses. Reserve these flowers for mature people only.

Feng Shui Tip # 2 :
Display a pair of mandarin ducks to symbolize happiness and fulfillment for lovers.

Feng Shui Tip # 3 :
Never display a solo mandarin duck. This implies that you wish to be single forever.

Feng Shui Tip # 4 :
If you are single, make sure that the décor in your home is not excessively feminine.

Feng Shui Tip # 5 :
Never place a water feature such as an aquarium or desktop fountain in the bedroom.

Feng Shui Tip # 6 :
Peonies symbolize a happy love life and marriage luck.

Feng Shui Tip # 7 :
Fresh flowers in the bedroom is not conducive to harmony and love. Put them elsewhere outside the bedroom.

Feng Shui Tip # 8 :
Sleeping with the legs pointed towards the door symbolizes being 'carried out' to the netherworld.

Feng Shui Tip # 9 :
Hang a painting of a phoenix to activate career luck.

Feng Shui Tip # 10 :
Qi Lins and Fu Dogs can protect you from harm. Place a pair by the entrance with their heads facing outside.

Feng Shui Tip # 11 :
Avoid open or exposed shelves behind or in front of you in the office.

Feng Shui Tip # 12 :
Never sit with the door behind you in the office.

Feng Shui Tip # 13 :
Display calligraphy of prosperity, good luck and fortune in the east, southeast, north and south areas.

Feng Shui Tip # 14 :
A huge pile of papers on your work table symbolizes a 'mountain' obstructing good Qi from coming to you and your work.

Feng Shui Tip # 15 :
Tuck Chinese Coin tassels in books and ledgers to stimulate good business.

Feng Shui Tip # 16 :
Place a picture of a mountain behind you in the office.

Feng Shui Tip # 17 :
Tortoises are known as symbols of longevity and good health. Place tortoise items in the bedroom and by the bedside.

Feng Shui Tip # 18 :
Soften poison arrows caused by protruding wall corners by placing a potted plant.

Feng Shui Tip # 19 :
When hanging decorative swords, sabres and knives, angle the tip towards the windows or door.

Feng Shui Tip # 20 :
Guard your relationship from third party intrusion by taking away mirrors from the bedrooms.

Your Sign Explained!

2005-02-28T22:01:00.000-08:00

The Zodiac is made up of 12 different sun signs. Your date of birth determines which one you are. Click your sign below for complete detailed information on your sign:
Aries - March 21 - April 20
Taurus - April 21 - May 21
Gemini - May 22 - June 21
Cancer - June 22 - July 22
Leo - July 23 -August 21
Virgo - August 22 - September 23
Libra - September 24 - October 23
Scorpio - October 24 - November 22
Sagittarius - November 23 - December 22
Capricorn - December 23 - January 20
Aquarius - January 21 - February 19
Pisces - February 20- March 20

Antiques

2005-01-28T21:00:00.000-08:00

Antiques by Zaar is pleased to offer one of the largest and most comprehensive lines of fine quality Qing (Ching) Dynasty Chinese Antique Furniture and home accessories on the internet. With over 25 years experience in international business and the antique furniture industry, Zaar is here to offer you some of the finest lines of quality Chinese Antiques directly to you from our warehouse in Maine. Each item is handed picked (by Mark) in China, and is restored under his watchful eye, to its original beauty, before being shipped to our warehouse in Maine. Full Story As importer, retailer and wholesaler, Antiques by Zaar is carefully run by owner/operators Ruth and Mark Olbrych. Through our store/website we strive to offer you unparalleled service, quality merchandise, at competitive prices.
Whether your home is contemporary or classic, there is sure to be a niche for at least one of our fine Chinese Antique Furnishings, as seen in many of the architectural and interior design magazines. Antiques by Zaar not only offers one of the largest selections of Chinese Antique Furniture, but also is continually updating it's inventory, giving you an ever changing, wide array to choose from. Be it one of our Antique Cabinets (many we have converted for use as television/entertainment centers), altar tables, sideboards, a matching pair of end tables (small cabinet section), a unique piece from Tibet or Mongolia, or seating and bedding, we are sure that you will find your needs met with one of our fine antique furniture pieces here at Antiques by Zaar.
To the Trade! As Antiques by Zaar has grown over the past several years we have expanded from our original role of importer and retailer to encompass numerous wholesale, interior designer and decorator accounts as well. For pricing and terms please contact Ruth directly and enjoy some of the finest Chinese Antiques to be found at your fingertips by emailing to ruth@antiquesbyzaar.com or call toll fee 1-866-868-9227.
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