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HEADLINE: "Feng Shui Comes to Jones Manor" Bayville,Oyster Bay, Long Island

I've apparently been reading WAY too many wonderful posts.  I wanted to honor the person that gave me this idea in a post and I can't find it---I need some HELP!  Hold on, I got it!  It kept me up all night but the genius of this idea was Andrew Lenza and here is his blog:  Pay it Forward: Write a Localism Blog for a Non Profit Organization in Your Area.   THANK YOU, ANDREW!!

I have always wanted to give back and help an organization or some place or people on Long Island that are in need.  And there are many of them.  Seniors, in particular want to stay because of children and relatives and have such a difficult time with rising taxes and the expense to live here.  I took over as Director of the Long Island Chapter of The International Feng Shui Guild with one purpose:  to gather the support of other like-minded consultants and do a project that would benefit people. 

Long Island has a considerable number of Feng Shui Consultants, yet after emails and phone calls, I only ended up with two Consultants who wanted to help.  As Director, however, it was my responsibility that this project go off without a hitch...I drove to many places on the Island looking for something just the three of us could "pull off."  I was getting discouraged and most discouraging was an email I opened one evening from the Guild.  It was discouraging me from doing the project at ALL in "case it was a flop."  I was crushed.  (The Guild heard the passion and decided to take a chance on me :)

I LOVE timing, it is everything.  And it was just at that moment that my son came home.  One look at my face and he asked me what was wrong; I told him.  I won't use his exact language but he said we would do it on our own; HE HAD JUST JOINED THE TEAM.  Gotta love these kids.  He came home from work early the next day and I was to go look at a place I thought we may be able to help.  Now that he was on board, he came along.  The place was called The Jones Manor and is located in Bayville, Long Island in the town of Oyster Bay.  It is a beautiful area on the North Shore and a beach community, right on the Water. 

To condense this story, this place is run strictly on donations.  It is a home for the elderly and frail and oftentimes they are left there and no one even comes to visit.  A number of rooms were in need of repair and they said whatever we could do would be appreciated.  Just a room.  What struck us both was the LOVE the staff had for these residents.  They were either strictly volunteer or minimum wage workers who were there because they CARED.  And apparently forgotten by the Community as well. 

We were almost at the end when they showed us the outside deck.  It sits right on the water and was broken and unsafe and the residents were not allowed to use it!  They could not go outside and no one is helping these people?  We had to sit down with the "Board" members after that to see if we could do anything and I had to check with two other consultants.  My normally quiet son spoke up "I'm fixing that DECK."  Wait, you can't fix the deck, I need you to paint.  He was adamant and told the board members; I don't know when I've seen him so upset at what he saw and so passionate about something. 

He fixed that deck alone, rebuilt it and did it to Code which we were unaware of.  In addition, the Conference room was painted and fixed up, the hallway which was a "library" was changed, the smoking room was painted and we set up a new, inviting place for the residents to gather. All with a little Feng Shui thrown in.  Word got out, people started to donate their time, some money and come to visit with residents long forgotten by their own families.  That was last August, 2006. From the ENERGY of three Feng Shui Consultants and one terrific son. In  speaking to their director recently, help has not been coming in.  They are being forgotten yet again.

They are non profit and The Jones Manor will always need help.  If you live in the area, if you have a talent to teach the seniors, if you want to adopt one, bring a pet in, make a donation, this is a very worthy cause.  For before and after shots you can visit my website at http://www.FengShuiLI.com under "Community" page. Keep the Love Alive in The Jones Manor.

Where The Day Takes You....

One thing I never wanted to do was lead a boring life.  I've had my share of "Groundhog" days with each day a repeat of the last and I was miserable.  It took much courage (or total stupidity, I haven't decided yet) that while raising two children and owning a home ALONE whether to finally quit my reliable, guaranteed income producing job with benefits to pursue a dream.  My last day of work I took off my watch as I was no longer be dictated by time.  Sink or swim, I was on my own.

That is exactly why I don't make many plans.  If I'm going to a show in the City, for example, I could be completely immersed in something else and don't want to leave but there's another place I have to be.  There's much to be said for "playing it by ear." 

After our New York City trip to The San Gennaro Feast we went straight into Chinatown.  It has become huge and the crowds are enormous.  Weekends there are time for shopping AND socializing for many of them and we walked down Canal Street, looking at the "knock off" handbags and every kind of food imaginable (some were unimaginable).  The next sign I saw said "Bowery."  Years ago I had wandered with my ex and children into the Bowery and it was one of the scariest places I have ever been.  Now it's just an extension of Chinatown, not at all threatening.

I saw a sign but wasn't sure what it said.  I THOUGHT I saw the word "Temple" and it had Chinese writing.  My daughter who usually just "goes with it" was tired; we had braved the rains, done the Feast and eaten.  I was having none of it, I wanted to see what it was.  It was a Buddhist Temple, one that I had never heard of or knew existed.  I was shocked, the only temple I am aware of is in Old Westbury, Long Island which is owned by HHH Professor Lin Yun.  It is where I celebrated by Certification in Feng Shui and was blessed again a decade after that.

I've come across so many things this year that I NEVER would have expected.  I've been to Lourdes (on Long Island) and seen Alpacas in the middle of New York City.  I came across a Memorial to Grumman Employees on the way home from a Feng Shui Consultation.  I've showed you the other Temple, here's the one we bumped into:

Feng Shui consultant Long IslandWhat IS that across the street?  A Temple in the Bowery...?

Feng Shui Long Island Oyster BayAnd it looks OPEN....

Feng Shui New York CityThere are beautiful displays on the altar in front with lots of fresh fruit for abundance and cut flowers for Chi.

Feng Shui Long Island BlessingsWalls of Blessings.  There are mats on the floor for prayer.

Feng Shui New York City ConsultantThe red background represents the FIRE ELEMENT but all the elements are addressed here.  Much like a Vastu altar, Water is usually addressed with a small bowl of water.  There is also Metal, Wood and Earth.

Feng Shui Oyster Bay consultantBells and Gongs are very Auspicious.  This one is Huge.  Notice how much they use the Color Red.

Feng Shui Long Island Ok, you need to cut me a lot of Slack here, I'd braved the rains, done the fair and walked through Chinatown.  These are Foo Dogs for Protection.

Thankfully, most of my days are anything but boring and predictable.  By the time THIS was over, we walked back to the Feast to eat yet again before heading home.  Sometimes NO plans are the BEST plans.

Some of the other "wonders":  A TREASURE found on Long Island---The "Gold Coast" of Oyster Bay

FUN Feng Shui in New York City: What ELSE does a Feng Shui Consultant do?

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Digging, Ecavating....UNEARTHING -- Things I needed to Learn (A Feng Shui Perspective)

I never cease to be amazed at how profound our surroundings effect us or what they can cause.  I knew when these problems surfaced in my house, some ENERGY was being stirred up,  just didn't realize the extent of it.  After five full weeks of intense and deep digging to level the ground I was curious to see what would eventually SURFACE.  I somehow thought all the good things would come to light but I realized something important that I should have already known:  You need to fully let go of the OLD in order to bring in the NEW.

Actually, I should have suspected something when an old friend with whom I had a misunderstanding emailed me the night before I was to leave on vacation....after almost 2 1/2 years.  The very night I arrived home and found out about the problems going on here with the basement leak, the mold contamination and all I had to do, it was overwhelming.  One thing that kept coming to me through all this was that things NEEDED to surface in my life, that as changes were occurring (in a BIG way), I had to come to terms with old and unresolved issues.

Luckily my friend and I were able to reconnect and if anything, perhaps the misunderstanding made our friendship stronger.  I decided to reach out to someone else but found that she was holding on to the negativity.  I then got a call from another former friend, this one very sad.  I had to let that friendship go after doing everything I possibly could to help her.  We all choose our own paths in life and after two hours that evening and two YEARS prior to that call, of trying to talk to her to convince her to get some badly needed help and trying to console her over her issues, she started to scream; it was time for me to go, knowing I had done my best.

Then some very good things started to come up as well---interestingly enough, a GROUNDBREAKING  for a new construction (and more digging :) and more people started coming up, except that the spin has been positive.  Old and new friends and clients are coming into my life; what do I equate that to?  All of the old unexpectedly going, getting through the issues I needed to resolve finally and MOVING ON.  They are coming up for my daughter as well, the old first and the new (and positive) things and we can see the parallels.

I knew these issues with my home would be a learning lesson and I've sure gotten one in ways I never expected!  Right now with the exterior of my home taken care of and some of the REBUILDING soon to start, I am looking forward to whatever is in store.  They say that everything happens for a reason and I have to agree.  Isn't it always through the difficult lessons that we learn the most? 

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*And Yes, I'm getting to the end of my New York City post :)

You need Persistance AND Creativity in New York City

I am all for taking some time out for just plain FUN.  I make it a point every year to go to the Annual San Gennaro Feast, Manhattan's biggest, most famous and longest running "festival."  This year was the 80th Festival and that's one LONG time.  If you've watched The Godfather, you've probably seen parts of it on TV.  Being there, however, is a little different!

I always go with my daughter and the weather called for a bright, sunny day.  One of those picture perfect days for strolling around the city.  A little background:  The San Gennaro Feast is held in the Little Italy section of Manhattan and covers many blocks.  At the end, you end up in Chinatown.  San Gennaro is the Patron St. of Naples and annually over one million people attend.  The Statue of San Gennaro is paraded down the streets at one point and donations are made by the many people by pinning money on the long ribbons attached.  It's permanent residence is a little church called "The Most Precious Blood Church."

What's so special about this feast that draws so many people?  There are games to play, parades to watch and most importantly, FOOD.  We have our favorite open air clam bar and after all these years and having tried most of the restaurants there, we love Da Nico's.  If it's not on the menu, no problem, they will make it for you!  Make a note of it to eat there if you're ever in New York City.

Well, the day DID start off as beautiful---on Long Island.  An hour later just as our train had "landed" we ran into one of the worst rainstorms I've ever seen.  We didn't think to bring umbrella's as they weren't calling for rain; they were SO wrong :(

We decided to wait it out.  We stayed under awnings, got some coffee in a coffee shop and it was still pouring.  We had two choices:  Leave or go out and brave the driving rain.  If you know me at ALL, you might know I'm going to stick it out.  And then Laura had a brilliant idea.  Garbage Bags. (All that college tuition is paying for itself!!).   I'm not sure if the few people that were out had more fun watching US then they did the feast!  But eventually the weather cleared.  Here's some shots of the one Festival I NEVER miss:

Feng Shui ConsultantI had to show you this dog, I pass him all the time and never knew what he stood for.  He is a tribute dog to all the Search Dogs and dogs that have "passed" helping humans.

Feng Shui ConsultantNot exactly "Singing in the Rain" but certainly laughing!

Feng Shui Long IslandDid I mention it was POURING?

Feng Shui Long Island, New York CityI got a whole DRESS out of my garbage bag.  I believe this is called "Going with the Flow"

Feng Shui Long IslandSausage, Steak, Lamb and other foods to make huge sandwiches and shish kabobs.  Row after row of these places.  And don't forget Zeppole's go take home!

Feng Shui Long Island ConsultantA Two Foot Woman?  Who's going to fall for this??  We did, actually!  She was a tiny West Indies woman and I blew her a kiss.  I had to wonder what it feels like to be on exhibit.

Feng Shui consultantSt. San Gennaro

Feng Shui ManhattanSure, where were they in the RAIN? :)

Down at the end of the fair, we ended up in Chinatown and walked down Canal Street.  If you've read some of my other blogs, you might remember that I'm always running into unusual things which is why I never plan my day.  This day was no different----

To be continued....

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Was it FENG SHUI or Something Else? Time will tell.......

Sometimes something seems SO simple at times to make any sense.  On many of the subjects of Feng Shui, I can only give a hint or two about what to do to start the process because Feng Shui is SO involved.  If I make it difficult or confusing, no one is going to even TRY it.  Simple changes can, in fact, start you on your way to learning more because very often, things change and it makes you wonder.....IS IT FENG SHUI

I have posted this before and mentioned it before because if you're new to Feng Shui or simply don't want to invest much time or energy into learning anything about it because you're a skeptic, this one is so easy you just MIGHT try it.  And you just MIGHT get results....and it will make you wonder and maybe spur you to learn more about it and implement it into your lives.

As many of you are aware, I am working with the Lovely Sheron Cardin on Activerain who has become a great friend.  Our consultation is taking forever for several reasons:  Sheron wants to take her time and absorb it all, I have had house issues to deal with and we both had vacations.  This may be the longest consultation in history but Sheron IS seeing changes.  And I don't think she's wondering anymore. She recently posted the second of her posts regarding her Feng Shui "Adventure" Sharks, Feng Shui and the Internet...they never sleep!
and there is no question the energy in her home is changing.   Her first blog on this process if you'd like to read it is: A Feng Shui Journal From A Decorator's Point of View; The First Miracle!

I came home yesterday after being out all day in New York City to some wonderful ActiveRain sights:  A featured post AND an email that thrilled me.  I wrote this lovely person back and asked her if I would be able to print her email and I would be happy to make it anoyamis.  She wrote me back to say that it would be just fine to include it in my blog and it would be fine to use her name.  I LOVE hearing these things and I can't thank her enough.  *Since I understand we cannot copy and paste anymore, even with permission, I have changed several words of no importance but this is what she sent me:

Message: Carole - I read about how you worked with Sheron and that brought me to read your blogs. Well, after that (several days ago) I put a $20.00 bill on top of my bills. Now, I need to backtrack a little bit.

On September 11th (this year) my daughter had a car accident where she hit a tree (there was a bug in the car that hit her face and she was trying to get it out). She was okay except for some bruises and contusions from the seatbelt and airbag but she was VERY lucky to even be alive. Her car was totalled.

My husband and I were talking about what we could afford as far as a payment on another car for her as she is a full-time student. She bought this car from my sister for about $4,800 and the book value on an excellent car was about $5,500.00. So we figured we would get enough to pay off the loan (about $2,000), and consider ourselves lucky.

Yesterday I spoke with the insurance company - after the deductible they are valuing it at $5,800.00! AFTER the deductible. They are going to be paying off the loan and then sending us a check for the balance. I had to ask the guy to repeat what he just said. My husband had said no way would we get much more than the loan pay-off amount.

I have to tell you that I don't know if it is the $20.00 covering my bills that helped, but I'm leaving it there!

Thanks!

Kathy   Kathy Passarette, Creative Home Expressions

There is no doubt this could be just plain luck but the post Kathy is referring to is:I promised you another Feng Shui Tip for Money: How to COVER your bills! By Feng Shui Long Island, New York City

Yes, I KNOW it's too simple to work and this is only the BEGINNING of what we do to address a "Wealth" issue.  It has, however, worked for me and many of my clients.  I believe Feng Shui works if you believe what Professor Lin Yun says:  Feng Shui works on INTENTION (The Law of Attraction in The Secret).  It is 80% of the INTENTIONS you put into it and the actual physical changes account for only 20%.

So if you're a newbie, or you missed the post or would like to read Sheron's interesting stories maybe you'll try it---because I sure do love those emails!  And some future posts will address The Five Elements, something we consider very important in Feng Shui as well.  THANKS, KATHY!

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I STILL have SO MUCH to Learn! (And some thoughts for "Newbies")

I have been putting some posts lately in the "Newbies" group.  I thought that some new people just coming on to Activerain might have an interest in Feng Shui and the perspectives of the way we often use it and follow it.  And many do I'm glad to say.

If you've read some of my former posts, you may have read about the problems in my house since my return from a wonderful trip,  It was distressing, to say the least and I reached out to ActiveRain and got the best possible advice---and followed it.  Things have been going SO well, I am actually AMAZED at what has been accomplished in one month's time.  I have a way to go yet but I know, I just KNOW that everything will be fine; I couldn't have said that just a few weeks ago.

One person who I do not "know" happened to catch my blog.  She is (or was) a "Newbie" and I cannot believe how supportive she's been!  I give her so much credit because when I was still new, I was terrified of being myself, saying what I felt and not worrying about anything.  I didn't comment, instead I would go in the rain and read posts but not write them; and I did not comment for a long time, fearing I would sound "stupid" or just wouldn't be acknowledged.  The person who stepped out, as a newbie to offer encouragement?  Well, it's Candy Henthorne- Spring Texas Real Estate .  I have to applaud her and I hope all of the newbies who are doing what I was by not commenting and posting will start and not be fearful of anything.  I give her credit for doing what I couldn't for so long.

What else have I learned?  Well, for some this might sound insignificant but for me it struck a nerve.  Oftentimes when I read a blog, I simply do not know what to say, even now.  I don't feel I have anything to add, any advice to give or anything to offer if I'm not familiar with the subject.  Even if it's a wonderful blog and I want to say SOMETHING, I find it impossible.  I got a wonderful lesson on what to say when you don't know what to say: 


" All I wanted to say is I am sorry and good luck.  I have no advice for you :(  But after reading your post felt you needed some sort of support :) " 

This lovely comment was put on my blog of despair by Dawn Workman, MBA and Dawn, you taught me a valuable lesson and I thank you.  Now, if I don't know what to say I am no longer worried about not being able to offer advice or feel that I have to know HOW to respond.  A comment like that shows a good heart and is just as valuable as the information I received where people COULD offer information.

Today, if I were just getting on Activerain, I would read posts, even on things you may not have formerly been interested in.  I am learning about mortgages with some wonderful posts by Jeff Belonger -- The FHA Expert.com  .  Who would have thought I could understand ANY of that, yet I am.  I would not be afraid to comment to ANYONE and, if you like their blogs and have subscribed, let them know.   Chances are if you like what they have to say, they will like yours as well and want to read them. 

And I would blog, MY way.  With the way you are comfortable and letting us "see" you through your blogs.  If I recall correctly, my first blog introducing myself got NO comments....ZERO.  I cannot tell you how many times I thought of signing off and going back to the same old thing I had been doing.  But something magical happens, you find people (and they find you!) that you are "in tune" with. You get to know each other through blogs and comments and you've just made a life long friend---and a good one at that.  I know, I have been fortunate enough to have made some really wonderful friends on Activerain.  And that is priceless. 

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Reviewing Your Day---And Sleeping WELL at Night: A Simple Post

I like to sleep at night; and I like to sleep WELL.  Without doubts and "What ifs" and all KINDS of questions floating around in my head.  For me, it's pretty simple.  Every night before I go to sleep I review my day and I ask myself just ONE QUESTION:  Did I do the Best I could do today?

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Whether relating to business with a client, a personal relationship and just dealing with the public in general on ANY level, I want to know I did my best.  It's really all we can do. My daughter called me tonight upset this time; it seems her project for school did not turn out as she had hoped.  As a matter of fact, it didn't turn out well at all and she knew this.  But in this particular class they critique eachothers' work.  And some of the others, in attempts at honesty can actually be quite brutal.

I asked her the same question I ask myself and the same one she's heard many times from me over the years---"Did you do the BEST you can?"  She always answers yes, she's a hard worker and very mindful of others.  And I gently remind her that if she has, there is nothing else she could have done.  When you've done your best, given what you had to work with and think about at the time, there should be no guilt, shame or regret. 

If, for some reason I realize I haven't done my best, I will do everything I possibly can to correct it as soon as possible.  For myself as much as for anyone else; because, in the end, I have to live with myself and I at least want to LIKE myself :)  I don't want to be SEEN, I WANT TO SEE.  Reviewing my day allows me to do that.

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If you hit a situation that distresses you for one reason or another, ask yourself that one simple question.  I'm willing to bet you'll be sleeping a lot better.

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You've only got ONE HOUR---Use it!

The Chinese have an interesting theory.  And they may well be right for all we know.  They say we are each born with a certain amount of ENERGYand when our own unique energy is gone is when we will pass.  It makes sense to me.  They also believe that the only way you can replace this Energy is through Tai-Chi.  Since not many of us are actually taking Tai Chi it would seem to me it's important to conserve that Energy.

Oftentimes I work with clients who are going through a very difficult time or just feeling worn out.  Perhaps they've had many changes recently or a trauma and their energy is very low.  They can become "stuck" so long in a particular thought process for so long that it's harmful to their health.  We've all had our share of traumas in life and I can relate to many of them.  What I DON'T want for them is to become stuck, they need to keep moving.

Another paradox:  We need to release Negative Energy.  It builds up in our bodies and is often the cause of many illnesses.  How can I ask them to "Stay Positive" and still release this Energy?  I give them an HOUR.  ONE HOUR out of every day if they need it, to cry their eyes out, bang the walls and scream to anyone who will listen or no one at all.

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When that hour is up, THEY have to get up.  And move on for the day.  Force themselves to get back to work, do something constructive, relax, learn something, read a book, reconnect with nature or get back to work.  This Energy has been released and they can move on for the day.  This information coming from a "positive thinker," follower of both Feng Shui and The Secret?  Well, sometimes people need to let it out.  Just as I believe negative energy can get stuck in a SPACE, so can it get stuck in your body and wreck havoc with it.  Think of it as Stress or people who are depressed.  Doctors are quite ready to prescribe medications in a heartbeat and while they can often help, so can LETTING IT OUT.  Without the side effects.  I never taught my son not to cry and I discourage this practice of telling a little boy (or a full grown man, for that matter) to "suck it up" or "take it like a man."  We ALL need to cry sometimes and it's actually good for us!

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So LET IT OUT.  And then get back to work; you'll feel SO much better!

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Let Go and LET IT BE....

The Law of Attraction, The Vision Board, Our Intentions---they all are very powerful and they certainly do work.  What we put our focus on, we create.  There is also a paradox to this:  oftentimes what WE want is not what the "Universe" (fill in your own special word here) has other plans for us.  It is entirely possible that what you think you want so very much just isn't the best thing for you, not at this time.

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Many people get frustrated, say it doesn't "work" and stop any Energy Intent at all.  They lose their focus and oftentimes get depressed.  I've seen it with Feng Shui if they don't get "instant" results and I've seen it with many people who have watched "The Secret," give it a month and quit applying the rules and principles.

So what if it's not working for you?  You've put your energy, intention, focus, affirmations into everything you do and it still hasn't created the outcome you expected?  One of the things NOT to do is become depressed.  Things may not only work on YOUR timetable.  The "I Want it NOW" approach is not always in your best interests.  It is sometimes in the very difficult act of simply letting go that you will get back exactly what you are seeking to create.

When you let go, you are surrendering what YOU think is the best possible thing for you to a "higher power."  It then takes its own shape and form and you can get some real results.  They may not always be what YOU want but you've shifted the energy into creating change.  I  KNOW the word CHANGE is to some people a frightening word.   They are perfectly content and always wish for things to remain the same.  Life doesn't work that way.

At a recent visit to a client's home she wanted one thing and only one thing:  the return of a long lost lover.  She put all her thought processes and all her intention into trying to draw this person back into her life.  And it isn't working.....When I had advised her both at the beginning of our Feng Shui session and in many follow up emails, at a certain point it's time to "Let Go."  And see what else the Universe has in mind for her.  For her it's extremely difficult.  He may or may not come back to her but she is missing the here and now by just waiting for the "possible" future. 

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I want to be in the moment, I want to be aware and I know that the best possible outcome for ME is around the corner.  It's impossible to worry about everything and it's a waste of time.  We all have a destiny, we all help create it and some of it is out of our hands.  Although it may not feel like it, surrendering is an act of taking back your power.  I know it sounds like a paradox but it isn't.  It's one difficult thing to do.  But if you're stuck somewhere, if you're not enjoying the "here and now" for what it is, try it.  Sometimes you just need to stop fighting for what YOU think is best and let the universe handle things.

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*Please see my comment below as some people seem to be misinterpreting the meaning of this blog---Thank you!

FUN Feng Shui: Getting Back to my Favorite Subject!

I was out "working" yesterday and can't tell you how wonderful it was to be at someone else's home and hearing their issues.  I actually wondered if I would be able to get my mind off my home and it was SO easy to let go and get back to what I love.

Through this whole lesson (which gets more complicated by the day but I'm NOT discussing that now :), I kept noticing something that normally would have completely THROWN me even just a few years ago.  The things I am doing to my home is costing me thousands and thousands of dollars.  And for some reason I am not worried about it.  I already know I'm not "normal" by any means (nor would I want to be!) but how could this not worry me?  When my children were little I sometimes worked two jobs and went to night school to keep this house.  And no matter how exhausted I was, would be up late into the night worrying about the money....

Would I make it?  I wanted desperately to keep them in the same school and, for that matter, the same home so their lives were disrupted as little as possible during my divorce.  And now, everything that I've worked so hard for could potentially be lost and I'm not worried about the MONEY?

I am reposting something that helped me and many of my clients.  It was advice for covering your bills.  It seems almost too easy to work but don't dismiss it.  When I began to use this, it worked.  I used the Intention that all my bills would be covered---and the rest is my "play" money.  My PLAY money got me to Paris this year---with all my bills paid. 

Since more people seem interested in Feng Shui now then they did before, I'm asking you to truly try this.  And for any "newbies" on there who might want to give Feng Shui a try, just do this one thing.  If it works for me AND for my clients, it just might work for you as well.  Remember, you can NOT pay your bills online.  This takes your effort and your Intention.

I run across signs quite often and received one today.  I got a check from my health insurance company for over a thousand dollars.  Apparently they meant to pay the provider but paid me instead but paid it THREE times.  I called them to advise them and spoke to the customer service department.  She advised me the provider HAD been paid and they had no record of sending that check out.....I thanked her and told her I would send it back, Return Receipt.  Just wanting to make sure I understood, she advised me once again they had NO RECORD  of sending that check.  I knew what she was saying and exactly what she meant.  I will send the check back but I don't have to worry about the bills, they are covered!  Here's the link and a few others if you're new and would like to read more about Feng Shui.

I promised you another Feng Shui Tip for Money: How to COVER your bills! By Feng Shui Long Island, New York City

Feng Shui 101---Let's start at the beginning! The basics of Feng Shui

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