When we are authentic, when we keep our spaces simple, simply beautiful living takes place. — Alexandra Stoddard As we continue our journey through the matters of the Fourth House, we are discussing the importance of our home and the idea that our homes are templates of energy. This template creates a fundamental pattern that … Read more
Several times in my life, I have survived very close calls with tornadoes. Yesterday was one more, as the tornado that skipped through downtown Raleigh passed over the bookstore where I was giving readings. (There is no mistaking that sound). Our home in Durham was untouched, I am grateful to say. Although at first I … Read more
Home is a name, a word; it is a strong one; stronger than magician ever spoke, or spirit ever answered to, in the strongest conjuration. ~ Charles Dickens We continue our journey today exploring the gifts and challenges of the Fourth House of the astrological chart. As most awakened people realize, we create reality based … Read more
From our friend, Arie in Israel! Enjoy! It’s not too late if you’d like to share some photos of your home, especially if you’ve been feng shui-ing! Or your creativity altar or Artist’s Way studio, for that matter. Feel free to email them to me.
Never eat more than you can lift. — Miss Piggy Thanks so much for your terrific comments yesterday about the colors and elements, Regina! This is great information! Some other tidbits that might be helpful along similar lines is that in the kitchen, the primary energies are fire and water, and so keeping them in … Read more
The most remarkable thing about my mother is that for thirty years she served the family nothing but leftovers. The original meal has never been found. — Calvin Trillin The art of feng shui is one way to spruce up our homes for Spring. It can enhance the home’s positive life force energy, called Qi, … Read more
When she goes about her kitchen duties, chopping, carving, mixing, whisking, she moves with the grace and precision of a ballet dancer, her fingers plying the food with the dexterity of a croupier. — the late Craig Claiborne, irreplaceable New York Times food critic As we feel the upsurge of Spring’s arrival, we may feel … Read more