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
May your blessings outnumber the shamrocks that grow, And may trouble avoid you wherever you go. Today is Trefuilnid Treochair (Truh-FWEEL-nid Tray-oh-CARE) in the Celtic traditions. This is considered the premier national feast day of Éire (Ireland). The name of the holiday means “the triple bearer of the triple key,” and it refers to the … Read more
The deepest secret in our heart of hearts is that… we love the world, and why not finally carry that secret on with our bodies into the living rooms and porches, backyards and grocery stores? — Natalie Goldberg One simple way to encourage good Qi, or the life energy that is present in all things, … Read more
A house that does not have one worn, comfy chair in it is soulless. ~ May Sarton Today, as we continue to work with the magic of our homes, let’s consider how feng shui can be used to enhance the energy in our living rooms. Most living rooms need to be versatile, because so … Read more
There is no beautifier of complexion, or form, or behavior, like the wish to scatter joy and not pain around us. ‘Tis good to give a stranger a meal, or a night’s lodging. ‘Tis better to be hospitable to his good meaning and thought, and give courage to a companion. We must be as courteous … 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 Our homes can be seen to be a metaphor for who we are, for it is the place where we are most free to be our … Read more
An open door invites callers. ~ Turkish proverb One of the most frequent questions I am asked in my Tarot readings, is “When (or if) I will ever find my soul mate/true love/a happy marriage?” And the best answer for that, which the cards are so wonderful for helping people focus on, is – what … Read more
Man shapes himself through decisions that shape his environment. — René Dubos (1901-1982. Environmentalist, microbiologist and creator of the slogan, “Think Globally, Act Locally.”) As the Winter season begins to loosen its grip, we can prepare for Springtime energy by considering the impact of our home environment on our own energetic field. Our home is … Read more
To be happy at home is the ultimate result of all ambition. ~ Samuel Johnson If, as author Denise Linn suggests in yesterday’s post, our homes are a mirror of our true selves, or else can be a template that determines what comes to us, what is yours saying about you? Does your home … Read more