February 6, 2012

Home Fire Prevention

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Information Presented by U.S. Fire Administration, 2011 June-Sept. 2011 National Wildland Fire Outlook Weather and Climate As the western U.S. transitions into summer, temperatures are generally expected to be above normal beginning in July, with below normal precipitation across the Northwest and Northern Rockies Areas. ________________________________________ *National Interagency Fire Center Predictive Services. Issued: June 1, 2011 Every year nearly 3,500 Americans die … [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...]

Water in Feng Shui

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Written by Jennifer Chang The correct Feng Shui flow and occurrence of water often spells extreme good fortune that manifests as wealth and prosperity. Water is another word for wealth – good water brings in money and bad water takes money away. Water is also one of the two components of Feng Shui, the other being wind (Feng = water, Shui = wind). For that reason, when water is placed in harmony with the winds, good fortune comes about. Water is a very important, auspicious element in Feng … [Read more...]

Health Brief: The Mouth of Chi

By Jennifer Wallis The front entryway to your home is called the Mouth of Chi because it is the place where nourishing energy enters your home. Even if you normally use a different door, you should make it a point to use your front door at least once a week. If you go in and out through the garage or another door, most of the time, the chi around the front door will get stale. Here are some ways to increase the energy around your Mouth of Chi: Turn on the exterior light beside or over the … [Read more...]

You are Your Clutter!

Adapted by Jennifer Wallis • Clutter clearing is a powerful process that brings startling changes to your life. • In cluttered areas of your home, chi (energy) stagnates, and once this stale energy has accumulated, it will grow even more. • Avoiding a drastic clear-out can stem from a fear of the future. • Your home is supposed to mirror your inner self, so mess and inactivity reflect something that is going on inside you! • Your chaos will make you feel lethargic, and confused … [Read more...]

10 Easy Steps Toward an Eco-home

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Living a healthy, environmentally conscious lifestyle gets easier every day. Start with these 10 simple principles, and turn your house into a green, energy-efficient, comfortable home. 1. Plenty of Daylight South-facing windows provide natural daylight, and the sun’s rays help keep rooms warm in winter. If you want more light, add insulated windows to the home’s south side, unless you live in the desert or an extremely hot climate, where more windows could present heat problems. … [Read more...]

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