February 12, 2012

November Cover Story – Cranberries

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Written By Ffjorren Zolfaghar | As families congregate to feast in celebration, while giving thanks for what they hold dear, the table becomes a focal point of the gathering. Not just the food, but the table dressing itself. Our cover story focuses on the use of cranberries, leaves and vine as décor, which gives any holiday table a natural appeal. There are many ways to incorporate natural chic into your table’s attire: use small pumpkins, apples or leaves as name cards--write your … [Read more...]

Feng Shui Facts & Fiction

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Written By Rebecca Moore | Is there an optimal time to use feng shui? Yes, when you are selecting a home or business site, or choosing land to build on; whether it is a home, business or large scale development. Why? Selecting a property with excellent outside form allows you the greatest opportunity for success. Outside form refers to the entire outside surrounding environment. Many do not understand the extent of influence that outside form has on people. When purchasing a property with … [Read more...]

Feng Shui Facts & Fiction

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Written By Rebecca Moore | Stores are abundant with feng shui books containing interesting techniques; however, authentic feng shui is not as straight forward as these authors would lead one to believe. Every home must be treated individually since each situation is unique--the facing, shape, trees, surrounding environment, neighboring buildings, entry, windows and internal design. All of these characters have a relationship and therefore condition the energy of a home. What may be good … [Read more...]

Spring Cleaning:

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Start with a plan and achieve the goal of organization Spring cleaning is a concept that brings with it a ton of good intentions which in short order can weigh down even the most sincere planner with a sense of overwhelm.  The intention to clean up and get organized  is one of the most popular items for the personal and professional to-do list – and one that can easily lead to failure, simply  because many people don’t know how to begin.  Don’t be discouraged, fellow … [Read more...]

Feng Shui Facts & Fiction

by Rebecca Moore | A common Feng Shui misconception is the use of the color red. Many of the new age feng shui books and internet websites instruct people to use the color red to achieve prosperity. From the perspective of traditional feng shui, the use of red in the home can be considered harmful. How many people have painted their front doors red? Colors are representative of the Five Elements of Earth, Fire, Wood, Water and Metal and red represents fire. What does fire do? It can burn … [Read more...]

Feng Shui Facts & Fiction

by Rebecca Moore | During the 1970’s something new emerged in the West; with an easy one-chart-fits-all method. This feng shui, known as Black Sect or New Age, is a blend of the bagua map, symbolism, color therapy, psychology and positive thinking. The West breaks feng shui into two schools: form and compass. The East has many schools that offer a strong foundation in theory and core principles, which uses the techniques of form and compass. Traditional method is best learned through … [Read more...]

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