Friday, June 12, 2009 2:01 AM
Feng Shui Protection Enhancement Symbols
Feng Shui Protection Enhancement Symbols
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KUAN KUNG WARRIOR or Kuan Ti is the Legend of War and is also known as the patron saint of police, Armed Forces and guardian deity for politicians and business leaders. The image of Kuan Kung is at his most powerful when he is placed in the Northwest corner of your home;
he is there to make sure there is peace and harmony for everyone in the
home and protection for the Father (Patriarch). Kuan Kung will help to
make sure there is prosperity and luck for everyone. If protection is
needed for the family make sure Kuan Kung is facing the main door to
protect everyone from the bad energies.
CHINESE TEMPLE LIONS or,
Fu Dogs - Temple lions first appeared in China with the coming of
Buddhism. They are described as small with a swelling cape of dignity
around its neck and billowing standard of pomp above its back. Their
function is to protect and guard against evil and are often seen
protecting buildings of great importance. These Temple lions symbolize
great strength and great courage. When the male Lion is seen playing
with a ball it signifies the moon pearl which symbolizes blessings and
the ball represents the sun which is Yang. The female lion is seen with
a cub lion under her foot and symbolizes protection. Place near or
opposite your front door on a small table to protect your home or
office.
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QUAN YIN Goddess
of Mercy [Kwam Yin] - Quan Yin (Lady Buddha) Quan Yin is believed to
help with healing. When placed within a room she is said to cleanse the
environment of negative influences (such as disruptive issues, illness
and arguments). Quan yin is the eternal protector of all woman and
children. She also represents universal compassion and love she and is
said to enhance fertility. A small pendant can be worn that wishes the
owner patience and courage. Quan Yin is the Female Buddha who blesses
all. She is the Goddess of Compassion, Mercy and Healing, Symbolizing a
calming and clearing quality. Quan Yin is the energy of Yin (from Yin
and Yang).
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TIGER
- Tiger is considered the king of the wild animals. It is seen as the
natural symbol for royalty, power and fearlessness. An image of the
Tiger is believed to terrify and drive away evil demons. In Feng Shui
the Tiger is very important as its stripes denote an auspicious mixture
of Yin and Yang.
CHINESE ZODIAC ANIMAL -
Place an image of your Chinese zodiac animal in a prominent place in
your home. There are twelve animals in the Chinese zodiac. Your special
animal serves as a protector and guide, bringing you good luck and
happiness.
DRAGON - The
Dragon is deemed the luckiest and most sacred figure in Chinese
folklore. It reputedly has absolute power and symbolizes honor, power
and all that is right. Dragons enhance fame and career prospects and
should be placed near a door or window in order to guard your wealth
and health. When used as a pair they are a very powerful protection
cure for your home or office.
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TERRA COTTA WARRIORS of CHINA - A great guardian for your garden, office and home.
BAGUA MIRRORS: It's
eight sided shape represents the eight directions of life called "life
stations". Placed near the front door facing out a window, it protects
the house from evil. Also placed in strategic Feng Shui area to attract
a quality like abundance, knowledge, food etc.
ROOSTER OF FIDELITY: Have a sneaking
suspicion that your other half has someone else in his/her life? Those
late nights at work are not really spent laboring in front of the
computer? Try keeping a Rooster of Fidelity at your main door! Many
Feng Shui practitioners recommend placing an image of the Rooster when
extra-marital affairs become a threat to the household. The correct
placement of the rooster is to place it at the main door looking out.
This is to enable the rooster to peck away all possible peach flowers,
a Chinese term for romance and love. Hence you can be sure of heavenly
luck protecting your home against such intruders.
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Tuesday, June 09, 2009 1:01 PM
Feng Shui Health Enhancement Symbols
Feng Shui Health Enhancement Symbols
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LAUGHING BUDDHA -
If you find that you are feeling stressed out which could lead to you
suffering with migraines it would be good idea to position a Laughing
BUDDHA on your desk so when you look at him it will seem as though he
is taking your worries away leaving your mind clear to think. To make
you feel happy why not sit your HAPPY BUDDHA facing you and look at him
and capture his smile every day to make you feel happy again and to
help you forget all that is troubling you. He collects your troubles in
his sack and carries the bottle gourd filled with Holy Nectar for a
long life.Shop for Buddhas in our Store!
JADE - Soothes,
heals and balances. Useful for eye and kidney complaints, digestion,
protection from enemies. Helps to rid oneself of negative thoughts and
energies. Worn or carried to attract love or money. Helps the body to
heal itself and is used as a talisman to prolong life. Carried or worn
to attract love and money into your life.
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QUAN YIN GODDESS OF MERCY -
Believed to help with healing. When placed within a room she is said to
cleanse the environment of negative influences (such as disruptive
issues, illness and arguments). Quan yin is the eternal protector of
all woman and children. She also represents universal compassion and
love she and is said to enhance fertility.
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GREEN ADVERTINE GEMSTONE -
Enhances self esteem. An all round good luck stone. Brings luck in
games of chance, money. Opens the heart chakra helps one to give and
receive love. Facilitates communication.
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ROSE QUARTZ GEMSTONE - Migraine
and headaches of all types. Stimulates imagination and intellect. A
calming and soothing stone, it helps to banish fear and promotes a
feeling of inner peace. Rose quartz stimulates love and opens the heart
chakra.
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ORANGE-RED AGATE [often banded with white] - For
vitality, energy and confidence. Enables one to be more adventurous and
take on challenges. A grounding stone. Helps to improve physical and
emotional balance.
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GOLD TIGER'S EYE - Promotes flexibility in attitude and behavior, reduces stubbornness.
RED JASPER -
Said to control excessive bleeding. Believed to be helpful in blood
disorders and to detoxify the liver. Helps one to get along others of
the same sex.
BAMBOO -Enhance the 'growing chi' of your health, wealth, and romance when you display Bamboo!
- Represents growth of life, wealth, strengthens healthy 'chi', gives strength.
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IMPERIAL CRANES -Cranes represent Long Life. - Place cranes in your health,
area or anywhere that is prominant so that you will 'get' strong health
'chi' every time you cast your eyes upon them.
- You will actually feel nourished by them.
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Birds of Longevity - Intended to bring longevity to the household.
Longevity Symbols - Intended to bring longevity to the household.
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SALT WATER CURES KIT: If
you find that you are getting sore throats or constant sickness you
will need to place a little known cure called a "salt water cure" in
the north and south-east.
- All the coins we sell are coins that come
from a good Dynasty and have been cleared of negative energy and
empowered with positive energy, this is important to make the cure more
effective.
- You will need:
- twelve Chinese coins;
- a
glass jar (jam jar is fine);
- some salt; and,
- normal tap water.
- Fill up a
glass jar with salt about three quarters to the top.
- Place twelve coins on the top of the salt.
- Make sure the coins are Yang
side up; this is the side with the four Chinese characters.
- Fill to the
top with tap water.
- It would be a good idea to place a mat under the
jar to protect furniture or flooring.
- Place in the north or southeast
of your home.
- You should replace salt water yearly.
SIX WAYS TO CLEANSE AND PREPARE HEALING GEMS: Before
you begin wearing any of your gems, you should cleanse them thoroughly.
Cleansing is a very important process of preparing your gems - be they
precious or semi-precious - before using them for healing purposes. And
I don't mean just washing them with soap and water. You do not know
where your gems had been before they got to your hands so it is very
important to cleanse them of any negative energy that might have become
attached to them.
The
following are six methods you can employ to cleanse your gems. Any one
of these methods works as well as the others. You can choose to use
either one method you feel most comfortable with, or even a combination
of two or more.
- Method 1 Use Running Water. Leave
your gems under running water for six to seven hours. This method is
one of the easiest and requires very little effort. Running water is,
essentially, a very powerful method of cleansing.
- Method 2 Bury in Earth. Bury
your gems in some earth overnight. Come morning, rinse them off
thoroughly. This method will work well for those who have a nice patch
of garden with lots of rich soil.
- Method 3 Cleanse With Fire. Hold
your gem in the flame of a candle. Keep it in the flame until the
candle melts away. The powerful cleansing properties of fire will help
to clear all negative energy.
- Method 4 Revive With Quartz. Place
your gem amongst a heap of quartz for several days. This method revives
the inherent energy of your gem through contact with the quartz.
- Method 5 Energize With Sunlight. For
best results, you should make use of the most powerful source of Yang
energy to cleanse your gem. After using any one of the previous four
methods of cleansing, place your "cleansed" gem in direct sunlight to
further purify and energize it.
- Method 6 Immerse in Milk. In
addition to the other five methods of cleansing, all gems - with the
exception of red coral and ruby -should be immersed in raw milk for at
least three hours to remove all impurities. Substitute with soapy water
for your red coral, and put your ruby in lemon juice. Remember to keep
your gem completely immersed for at least three hours, whatever the
case. This method will effectively draw out all the impurities present
in your gem and dissolve them altogether. Whatever the combination of
methods you choose to apply, it is good practice to include both
methods 5 & 6. Combined with any of the first four methods, the
last two will ensure you're your gems are completely "clean".
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Sunday, June 07, 2009 1:52 PM
Feng Shui Wealth Enhancement Symbols
Feng Shui Wealth Enhancement Symbols
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BUDDHA of RICH REWARDS, or, HANDS UP BUDDHA
- Known to encourage great wealth into your home. Stand him in your
personal wealth sector of your home facing in, so that he is bringing
in the wealth and not taking it out. The Buddha of Rich rewards stands
holding a Gold Ingot in the air with both hands. This is a symbol of
rich rewards coming your way. The bigger the ingot, the larger the
rewards. To receive the full benefit from this splendid Budha, rub him
tummy each day and make a wish for yourself and your family. Always
place Buddhas in a High position.
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THREE LEGGED FROG WITH A COIN IN ITS MOUTH, or, MONEY FROG-
Named Chachu will attract plenty of wealth into your home using
three-legged Frogs with a coin in its mouth! This auspicious creature
attracts good fortune into your home. Place the frog in any of the
corners diagonally opposite you front door for best effect. At the very
least, you should have one frog facing out to collect the money and one
facing in to bring the money back into the house. You can also place
him in view of your front door. Every morning turn him towards the
exterior. Turn him towards the interior in the evening to prevent him
from becoming exhausted, or, letting your money escape. Keep you frogs
below the table, behind the couch or in other discreet areas of your
home. I keep mine on top of my computer at night facing into the room
and facing toward the window beside my computer during the day.
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LAUGHING BUDDHA -
The Laughing Buddha is well known symbol of happiness, wealth, kindness
and innocent contented joy. It is believed that by rubbing his tummy
each day, which is said to contain much wealth, will bring good luck
and prosperity. Buddhas should never be placed on the floor as this is
a sign of disrespect. All About Feng Shui recomends that you place your
Buddha at least 4' from the floor in an elevated position. Treat him
with respect and he will reward you handsomely. Best direction for him
to be placed is our personal wealth direction. Place a figurine of a
laughing buddha in your living room and garden. The buddha is the most
revered deity in the East. Choose an image of him laughing to attract
happiness to your home.
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ETCHED GLOBE -
This beautiful etched crystal Globe rests on a crystal stand that the
Globe can spin on. The most auspicious place for this etched Globe is
in the Northeast direction of your home or office. If you sping the
Globe gently three times every day before noon, it will help to
encourage the circulation of positive chi'. Place the etched Globe on
your desk and let it help clear your mind to gain new knowledge and to
help you pass your academic exams. If you are in business, place this
etched Globe on the Northeast side of your desk to encourage new
business associates from around the world.
- A globe should be
displayed in your study or the children's room too. It is believed to
promote educational and academic pursuits. Globes are said to represent
achievement of all you ambitions through academic pursuits. Professors,
teachers, writers, and those involved in scholarly studies are highly
advised to display it on their tables. The effects are double is the
table is also part of their library or study. Feng Shui principles also
denote that thos looking to further their studies should place the
globe in the Northeast secctor of your home or study if possible. This
alows the Chi' in the area to be energized. promoting the educational
and knowledge properties of the Northeast sector. Twirl the globe
towards you three times a day before noon to enhance the luck of each
day.
JADEITE ELEPHANTS - Will bring luck and good fortune to any home or office.
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SAILING SHIPS
FOR WEALTH - Enhance prosperity luck with a wealth ship sailing into
your home or office. Returning home triumphant from its various
conquests, the prosperity ship docks into you "harbor" bearing
wonderful treasures and other valuables as trophies symbolizing its
many victories. Display the wealth ship sailing into your house from
your shen chi direction. Fill your ship with coins, ingots, crystals
andother treasures to symbolize a wealth ship laden with money. Place
metal ships in the northwest or wes, wooden ships in the each or
southeast, crystal ships in the northeast or southwest.
SMALL PIECE of JADE
- Jade is considered a stone of good fortune in China and its green
color symbolizes paper money in some countries. Place it on a kitchen
window sill to attract wealth.
8 PIECES OF JADE or 8 CHINESE COINS -
Display 8 pieces of jade or 8 Chinese coins in your work area. Eight is
the number of business and financial stability, so it can help you hold
onto money or find ways to build slowly and steadily toward your
financial goal. Chinese Coins also symbolize the unity of heaven and
earth, which are auspicious for career luck.
CRYSTAL LOTUS
- One of the most potent enhancers of good fortune and when
appropriately activated, it becomes an even more powerful attractor of
business and prosperity luck. Display a lotus in the center
of your store or in the heart of your home and you will find your wealth
increasing through extra income, i.e. pay raise, bigger deals, more
customers, etc. Place it in your office in the same manner and you will
find yourself closing more deals as it can help you to clear obstacles
so that you get the upper hand in business negotiations. Place a
crystal lotus near a window that receives sunshine so that your room
will be filled with cascades of rainbows that will bring positive
energies and a feeling of tranquility to your home. If you are seeking
a perfect partner, place a Crystal Lotus in your romance area to
symbolize a perfect union.
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THREE IMMORTALS, or, 3 WISE MEN -
The 3 Wise Men of Ancient Chinese Lore were high officials of the Gods
that bestowed Long Life, Prosperity and Happiness on the Emporers of
the different Dynasties. Possession of the 3 Wise Men is supposed to
bestow these gifts onto the owner. Lu Shin the Legend of rank and
affluence seen holding a child, he symbolizes the opportunity for
self-betterment. Fu Shinn the star Legend of happiness and wealth, he
holds a symbol of wealth and is always in the centre of the three,
while Lao Sau the Legend of Health and Longevity seen holding a peach,
which blossoms every 3000 years symbolizing immortality. It is
considered lucky to wed in the month of the peach tree flowers
signifying long marriage. Fu Lu and Sau should be placed high on a
sideboard over looking the dining table to bring the good fortune of
always having enough good food to eat and for staying in good health.
DEER
- To the Chinese, the deer is a very popular symbol associated with
speed, endurance and a long life. The word for deer in Chinese is lu,
which sounds similar to another word that means good income and
prosperity. It is thus extremely auspicious to have the image of the
deer in your office and home. Display a figurine or painting of the
deer in your workplace to symbolize the wish for the company to prosper
and grow or place it in your home so that your family will enjoy a long
life of ease and growing prosperity.
PIGS, or, BOAR -
Very much like Babe, you'll fall in love with these cute creatures.
Highly recommended for that special person when you want to remind them
just how cute YOU are. Your Pigs are made using the finest materials
available to give you a piece of de resistance that will last a
lifetime. They will look charming in the corner or on your desk. Place
them in the display cabinet and watch guest admire the cutest items
that they have probably ever seen. Culturally pigs are said to
symbolize prosperity, being always fed and fat. The Chinese zodiac
refers to them as being a sign of virility, Pigs are also believed to
be an excellent gift for someone who may be taking an examination. As
it forebodes that the person will pass with flying colors.
DRAGON - The
Dragon is deemed the luckiest and most sacred figure in Chinese
folklore. It reputedly has absolute power and symbolizes honor, power
and all that is right. Dragons enhance fame and career prospects and
should be placed near a door or window in order to guard your wealth
and health. They are a very powerful protection cure for your home or
office.
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There are few symbols that surpass the Chinese Dragon in popularity
amongst those who use Feng Shui. The Dragon is said to create the
precious cosmic Chi' which brings good fortunes into our homes and
workplaces. Displaying the dragon together with moving water is even
more potent. Display such a water feature in the North for limitless success in your career, or in the Southeast for plenty of wealth luck.
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FISH FIGURINES: Displaying a fish figurine to your North is very good career luck. Welcomes prosperity and luck.
The DRAGON TORTOISE is
a mythical creature that gives you the support of the tortoise combined
with the courage of the Dragon. Place a figurine of the Dragon Tortoise
on your desk or behind you to gain the support of your boss, counter
office politics and get you the promotion you deserve.
BAMBOO: Enhance
the 'growing chi' of your health, wealth,and romance when you
display Bamboo! Bamboo represents growth of life, wealth, strengthens
health 'chi', gives strength to any situation.
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PEACOCK:
The peacock, when displayed in the South of your home, will attract
great acclaim. These birds are often seen to symbolize achievements
that are associated with being recognized.
FISH: The fish welcomes luck and prosperity. When carried or worn it will give you energies of good forturne where ever you go.
CRYSTAL HEARTS and DIAMONDS:
Crystals are highly prized and best used to energize the Earth element
in Feng Shui practice as well as to create very useful harmonizing
effects within the home. This is acknowledged by many Feng Shui
masters because crystal has the most pure and powerful earth energy.
A Blue colored crystal is generally
said to increase career opportunities, business, finances, and
leadership qualities. It also awakens intuition and eases loneliness.
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Friday, June 05, 2009 5:30 AM
Feng Shui Love Enhancement Symbols
Feng Shui Love Enhancement Symbols
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Display in the LOVE or ROMANCE area in your home according to your GUA number.
SACRED ELEPHANT
- For thousands of years, the elephant has been a symbol of power,
wisdom, virility, fidelity, and longevity. This belief is held not by a
single culture, but by at least three the Chinese, Africans, and
Indians. The Sacred Elephant is used mostly to promote love and
fidelity among couples, but some also use it to bring forth their
innate qualities for good governance, namely dignity, intelligence, and
prudence. Place it prominently either in your bedroom, study, or
office.
Been
trying for a few years and still haven't had a child? Try placing an
elephant figurine in your bedroom and stroking its trunk every night
before you sleep. If you're particular about the sex of your unborn,
you might want to place a stone on the back of the elephant for a male
child.
QUAN YIN -
Kwan Yin (Quan Yin) Also known as Quan Yin Goddess of mercy and
compassion. It is said that anyone who calls on her will be rescued
from harm and bad health. When placed in a room she cleanses the home
of negative influences, including arguments, martial problems and
illness. Kwan Yin is also the protector of all children and women and
brings compassion and love into your home. A must for anyone looking to
strengthen or enhance a relationship with your partner or children, she
also is said to enhance fertility.
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ROOSTER of FIDELITY-
Have a sneaking suspicion that your other half has someone else in
his/her life? Those late nights at work are not really spent laboring
in front of the computer? Try keeping a Rooster of Fidelity at your
main door! Many Feng Shui practitioners recommend placing an image of
the Rooster when extra-marital affairs become a threat to the
household. The correct placement of the rooster is to place it at the
main door looking out. This is to enable the rooster to peck away all
possible peach flowers, a Chinese term for romance and love. Hence you
can be sure of heavenly luck protecting your home against such
intruders.
LOVING COUPLE IMAGES- Images of loving couples are used in Feng Shui to enhance present relationships or draw future relationship closer.
IMAGE of TWO BIRDS/LOVE BIRDS -
Place a pair of birds in your bedroom. In China, birds are seen as
harbingers of good luck, so including a pair in your bedroom can
enhance a relationship. Placing Two Rose Quartz Pieces on your dresser
contain subtle vibrations that affect the emotions to strengthen
feelings of affection. This cure also uses the number two to encourage
affection between you and your partner.
TWO ROSE QUARTZ PIECES-
on Your Dresser. Rose quartz objects contain subtle vibrations that
affect the emotions to strengthen feelings of affection. This cure also
uses the number two to encourage affection between you and your
partner. Rose Quartz is known as the romance stone. It is also
believed to aid peacefulness and calm in relationships also used to
ease stress and tension and assist sleep.
MANDARIN DUCKS -
The Chinese have always regarded Mandarin Ducks as perfect mates.
Called "Yin Yiong", Mandarin Ducks mate for life (as opposed to the
Emperors who had numerous concubines). They are also excellent mates,
taking perfect care of each other.
Never seen
apart or without the other tagging along many termed this the "perfect
marriage". As such they eventually became the definitive symbol for
conjugal bliss. Even today they are still the most potent symbol of
everlasting love.
CRYSTAL LOTUS- one
of the most potent enhancers of good fortune and when appropriately
activated, it becomes an even more powerful attractor of business and
prosperity luck. Display a lotus in the center of your store,
or, in the heart of your home and you will find your wealth increasing
through extra income, i.e. pay raise, bigger deals, more customers,
etc. Place it in your office in the same manner and you will find
yourself closing more deals as it can help you to clear obstacles so
that you get the upper hand in business negotiations. Place a
crystal lotus near a window that receives sunshine so that your room
will be filled with cascades of rainbows that will bring positive
energies and a feeling of tranquility to your home. If you are seeking a perfect partner, place a Crystal Lotus in your romance area to symbolize a perfect union.
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LAUGHING BUDDHA-
The Laughing Buddha is well known symbol of happiness, wealth, kindness
and innocent contented joy. It is believed that by rubbing his tummy
each day, which is said to contain much wealth, will bring good luck
and prosperity. Buddhas should never be placed on the floor as this is
a sign of disrespect. All About Feng Shui recomends that you place your
Buddha at least 4' from the floor in an elevated position. Treat him
with respect and he will reward you handsomely. Best direction for him
to be placed is our personal wealth direction. Place a figurine of a
laughing buddha in your living room and garden. The buddha is the most
revered deity in the East. Choose an image of him laughing to attract happiness to your home.
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RED - A
very powerful color. It is the color of passion, love and energy. Red
has the lowest vibration among other colors, and therefore is the most
physically vitalizing. In astrology, the color of Mars is red and it
has dynamic power over iron. Iron gives us our red blood and without
it, we would have some sort of pale liquid flowing in our veins. Mars
is also the God of War. Translated, it means a martial spirit, quick
strength, force, power and leadership.
Have you
been feeling rather tired and off colored lately? Sluggish and haggard?
Lacking the energy to do anything? Do you need something to stimulate
warmth and excitement in you? Place your Red Agate near your sleeping
place so that the healing energies can be transmitted to you. You can
also display it on your working desk or some place where you can easily
look at it. This beautiful stone is also wonderful to gaze at.
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PUZZLE BALL: This
unique chi ball is an ancient form of carving from China. Sometimes
called puzzle balls or mystery balls , they have an intertwined dragon
and phoenix carved outside and four layers inside - each layer inside
is completely detached and moveable. The four layers signify the four
directions or elements of earth. The dragon and phoenix represent our
male/female energies showing our ability to master earthly events and
situations.
DOUBLE YIN YANG FISH: Display in the Living Room for a Happy Union and Harmony in your Home or Yin Yang Fish. The Yin Yang Fish
is an excellent energizer for marriage luck. These auspicious carp
symbolize abundant good fortune and marital bliss. A pair of carp also
ensures joyous unions. Display this auspicious carp anywhere in your
home to enjoy abundant good fortune. For a happy marriage, display the Yin Yang Fish in the southwest of your home.
SATSUMA EGG OR JADE EGG: Place
an egg on your nightstand. This cure is good for couples who want a
child because it combines loving vibrations contained in the ovoid
shape that symbolizes fertility and new life.
USE THAI CHOPSTICKS: This
cure combines the number two with the wood element to encourage love to
grow between you and a partner. It also enhances your ability to
nurture each other.
PEONIES:
Peonies, the Flower of love and Happiness! Ideal for your Love Sector,
or in the living room to impart a warm and loving vibe for your family
and friends.
BAMBOO:
Enhance the 'growing chi' of your health, wealth,and romance when you
display bamboo! Bamboo represents growth of life, wealth, strengthens
health chi, gives strength to any situation.
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DOUBLE HAPPINESS: Double
Happiness is the excellent energizer for love and happiness. Display
it in the southwest of your bedroom to attract the precious chi' of
purity in love to your house.
Display in the LOVE or ROMANCE area in your home according to your GUA number.
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CRYSTAL HEARTS and DIAMONDS:
Crystals are highly prized and best used to energize the Earth element
in Feng Shui practice as well as to create very useful harmonizing
effects within the home. This is acknowledged by many Feng Shui masters
because crystals have the most pure and powerful earth energy.
A Pink colored crystal may help people pursue and grasp love. They can improve personal relationships.
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Wednesday, June 03, 2009 1:41 AM
Feng Shui for Everyone
The
Art of Feng Shui involves the placement of enhancement symbols/objects
in relationship to our surroundings - in particular our home and
business. In Asia, a Feng Shui Master will even be consulted by the
Architect in the planning of the relationships of rooms, doorways and
windows to themselves and the forces of nature. It is truly believed
that the proper, or improper, positioning and association of all these
elements will have a dramatic impact on your life.
Despite being an au courant fad, feng shui --
pronounced "fung shway" -- is nothing new to the Chinese. In fact, feng
shui is a millennia-old practice. The Chinese have long believed that
if a home or business had a harmonious and positive flow of chi', which
refers to cosmic breath or energy, those living and working there would
benefit, thus enjoying health, happiness, and prosperity. Palaces, farmhouse, temples, and even entire cities were laid out according to feng shui's precepts.
Your
health is connected to the Feng Shui of your environment. Good Feng
Shui may not heal all that ails you, but it can help you become as
healthy (both physically and mentally) as you can be. Bad Feng Shui can
cause, exacerbate, or increase susceptibility to illness, stress, and
depressed energy (chi').
Whenever
you are making any adjustments, keep your intention in mind. As you
move your bed or hang your crystal, tell yourself that you have good
health and are feeling great. These positive words embed themselves
into the physical changes you make and soon you will find that your
intention is your reality.
TEMPLE LIONS / FOO DOGS
Temple
Lion statues appeared in China with the coming of Buddhism. They
symbolize defense and protection and are often seen guarding entrances
and gateways to buildings. The Lion is the symbol of majestic strength,
great courage and strength of character.
When
a Temple Lion is seen playing with a ball, it is to signify the moon
pearl which symbolizes blessings and protection against evil, and the
ball also represents the sun, which is Yang. These are the same thing
with two different names. Always have a pair. One is bad luck. Place
them just inside the front door with their backs to the door or if you
get stone ones for outside place them at the door, again with their
backs to the door.
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LOTUS
One
of the most potent enhancers of good fortune. A powerful attractor of business and
prosperity luck. Display a lotus in the center of your store or
in the heart of your home and you will find your wealth increasing
through extra income, i.e. pay raise, bigger deals, more customers,
etc. Place
it in your office in the same manner and you will find yourself closing
more deals as it can help you to clear obstacles so that you get the
upper hand in business negotiations.
If you are seeking a perfect partner, place a Lotus in your romance area to symbolize a perfect union.
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QUAN YIN / KWAN YIN
Goddess
of Mercy [Kwam Yin] - Quan Yin (Lady Buddha) Quan Yin is believed to
help with healing. When placed within a room she is said to cleanse the
environment of negative influences (such as disruptive issues, illness
and arguments). Quan yin is the eternal protector of all woman and
children.
She
also represents universal compassion and love she and is said to
enhance fertility. A small pendant can be worn that wishes the owner
patience and courage.
Quan
Yin is the Female Buddha who blesses all. She is the Goddess of
Compassion, Mercy and Healing, Symbolizing a calming and clearing
quality. Quan Yin is the energy of Yin (from Yin and Yang).
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10 Feng Shui Tips
1.
Never have a water feature in your bedroom. The representation is loss
of money and relationships. This includes paintings of rivers,
waterfalls and also aquariums.
2.
Hang a cut crystal ball in one of your windows. Choose a window that
gets bright sunlight and reflects the colors of the crystal. Be sure to
keep your crystal clean.
3.
Writing affirmations are what helps you reach your Feng Shui goals.
Write as if your dreams have come true and place them in a red
envelope.
4. Ensure that your entrance is warm and inviting and clear of any clutter. You will allow all the chi' to enter your home.
5.
Check for leaky faucets and keep your drains clear. Repair them because
it will drain the chi energy from your home and you could face a
financial loss.
6.
Beware of sharp objects and corners and these include edges of walls
and accessories. They will deplete the energy of the person sitting in
the area. Place a red dot in the area as inconspicuous as you can, to
cure this ailment.
7.
Pathways to your home should be meandering and not straight like a
road. Try to balance the area with plants and strive to make the area
beautiful.
8.
For good business practice always make sure that you cross your t's and
dot your I's to ensure that all your business projects have a good
ending.
9.
Mirrors have many Feng Shui cures and one of them is to place them in
your dining area, near where your guests are seated. Make sure that you
can see the top of their heads and it will mirror your guests and
double your chi' energy.
10. Placing items in pairs in your home will keep you in a balanced relationship.
By Yvonne Phillips, FSII Feng Shui Publications
Animals
Horses: Invitation of fame and recognition into life.
Fu Dogs: To protect homes and family from evil influence.
Elephants: Symbol of wisdom and strength. Used for strengthening career.
Dragons: Symbols of great success and prosperity.
Turtles/Tortoise: symbols of long life, endurance and success in business.
3-Legged Frog/Toad: Bring good luck and wealth.
Pigs/Boar: Symbols of fertility, i.e. to have children, also bring luxury and financial security to children and mother.
Deer: This animal represents immortality and is often carved with the fungus of Immortality LingZhi in its mouth.
Bat:
This is a symbol of luck or blessing by virtue of its name. It is
called "FU" which had the same sound as the Chinese word meaning
blessing.
Lion:
The lion was introduced into China by Buddhism. There were no lions in
China. It is a symbol of law and order and protector of sacred
buildings like temples and clan buildings.
Fish:
This is sometimes represented singly or in pairs when it is intended to
be one of the Eight Buddhist Emblems of Happy Augury. The fish is often
the carp, a sacred fish, which could come to listen to the preaching of
Buddhist scriptures.
Zodiac Animals:
that correlate to your year of birth will give a stronger sense of self
and more power; to put the zodiac animals of yours and your lover's
will improve relationship.
Statues
1. Buddha: Lead to atmosphere of serenity and happy contentment.
2. Laughing Buddha: Bring joy and luck into homes.
3. Kuan Yin: The Goddess of Mercy, regarded as the protector of children and women.
4. Fok, Luk , Shou (3 wise men):They symbolize happiness, wealth and longevity, and to double the luck.
5. Shou Xing (long life buddha, big head buddha):Symbol of long life; bring long, happy and peaceful life.
Symbols
1. Coins: Symbols of prosperity.
2. Money swords: To gather wealth; also use as protector from evil intruders.
3. Boat/Ship: Boat in full sails symbolize a happy and fascinating journey through life.
4. Ting (big cooper bowls):For balancing energy.
5. Jade: Has protective qualities; used for longevity and for protection away from home.
6. Globe of 100 children: Symbolize fertility; also strengthen children's intuition.
Fruits, Like insects, fruits are chosen for their shapes and meaning
1. Peach: The peach is a symbol of longevity.
2. Citron:
The citron fruit of Buddha's Hand, symbolizes Buddhism because the
fruit resembles Buddha's hand with the index and little finger pointing
upwards.
3. Gourd: Besides its artistic shape, it is a representative symbol of one of the Eight Immortals, Li Tie Guai.
4. Pomegranate:
This is a symbol of abundance because of its numerous seeds. Here again
the colors of jade make it suitable, especially if the outer layer is
greenish-yellow and the inside is pink or red.
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What does the Dragon and Phoenix symbolize in Feng Shui?
What does the Dragon and Phoenix symbolize in Feng Shui?
Two of the most powerful four celestial animals are the Dragon and
Phoenix. The Dragon and Phoenix are the perfect couple in Feng Shui.
Dragon is "yang" while Phoenix is "yin", and they complement each other in creating yin-yang balance to harvest successful matrimonial bl
iss.
This celestial couple is the symbol of everlasting love and when
they are together it is the ultimate symbol of marital happiness.
The Dragon and Phoenix symbolizes that the man and spouse will
stay together through thick and thin, and that love and passion will
last till the end. They ensure that a newlywed couple will
- be blessed with both patriach and matriach luck;
- outstanding achievement in life; and,
- great fortune and prosperity with many filial offsprings.
The Dragon is the basis of Feng Shui studies that controls the cosmic chi and forces on earth.
The Dragon will bring prosperity, good career luck and success in
every area of life for mankind, while the Phoenix will bring out the
excellent side of the female. The Dragon 
when
placed together with the Phoenix not only strengthens relationships. It
can even relight the fires of a kindling relationship with the fiery
energy of the Phoenix.
The Dragon and Phoenix are the perfect symbol as well for the single female or bachelor looking to find true love.Where do I place the Dragon and Phoenix symbol?
- Dragon
has an imperial and unsurpassed status. The chinese emperors called
themselves the dragons which shows how driving and prestigious they
were being considered. The Dragon brings upon the essence of life, in
the form of its celestial breath, known to many as sheng chi. He has
the ability to blow out cosmic "chi" from his breath, which is the base
for studies of Feng Shui. Hidden in the caverns of mountains that are
beyond reach or resting in deep seas, the dragon is able to transform
and render itself visible or invisible to people. Some said the
mountains, valleys, rivers, buildings and highways are all correlated
to Dragon head, claws, tail, veins and his pearl, which translates to
fundamental studies of feng shui. Besides drawing in water, the dragon
also has the power to release water as it is the king of ocean. That is
why ancient emperors used to pray to Dragon God in times of draught or
for less rain in times of flood. He yields energy and generate power in
the form of the seasons, bringing water from rain, warmth from the
sunshine, wind from the seas and soil from the earth. In other words,
it is said that the Dragon is the ultimate representation of the forces
of Mother Nature. The greatest divine force on Earth.
- The
Chinese Dragon is often seen as the heaven's supreme symbol of
vigilance and incredible strength. The dragon is in charge of the east
quadrant of the heaven and represents sunrise, good beginning and hope.
People also often refer to the left side of their house (inside looking
out) as the green dragon and is also considered luckier than the right
side's White Tiger. Being the "yang" mythical animal, the Dragon can
scare off wandering evil spirits, protect the innocent, bless one with
safety and increases wealth to all that hold his emblem. The Chinese
Dragon is look upon as the ultimate symbol of extremely good fortune.
Today, all Feng Shui masters treat Dragon with great respect and have
symbols of the dragon as their ultimate possession.
- Meanwhile,
Phoenix is the goddess of all the winged creatures. Phoenix displayed
by itself without the dragon gives "yang" energy. This heavenly bird
will harvest opportunity luck, success and prosperity. The Phoenix
surprises people by turning bad luck into good luck. It would
mysteriously carve out path of opportunities to your business, work,
career or all other pursuits of your life. Since it is associated to
the south corner, its presence brings you fame and popularity. It would
bring out the excellent side of the female. It can even remove
quarrelsome energy of a kindling relationship with the fiery energy of
the Phoenix.The perfect item as well for the single female or bachelor
looking to find true love.
- Put together, the Dragon and Phoenix
is the symbol of ultimate yin and yang and perfect feng shui. The
Dragon is symbol of male vigour and fertility. The Phoenix symbolizes
yin splendour and female beauty. They represent fruitful marriage
blessed with a great deal of success and prosperity as well as many
offsprings, and the beginning of a dynastic family.
- The Dragon-Phoenix is a must for those seeking for the start of a good family:
- 1. Place in the Northwest corner of your living room to magnify Patriarch luck.
- 2. Place in the Southwest corner to favour Matriarch luck and to favor love and relationship.
- 3.
For those hungry for good health, achievement, knowledge, advancement,
fame, authority, power and status for the whole family, place this
ultimate symbol at the east of your living room.
- 4. For those
in the showbiz, politics or craving for fame and popularity, place this
symbol in the south corner of your house and let lights shine on it.
- 5. For bachelor women and men seeking for love and marriage, place it in your nien yen direction according to your GUA number.
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Thursday, May 28, 2009 1:26 PM
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Middle East Recipes for Entertaining
Fried Tomatoes with Garlic
Ingredients:
- 4 cloves garlic, crushed
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Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 small hot pepper, very finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 2 large, firm tomatoes, thickly sliced
Preparation:Thoroughly
mix the garlic with the pepper, salt, and hot pepper; then stir in the
parsley and set aside. Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
Add the tomato slices and cook for about a minute on one side; then
turn and sprinkle slices with the garlic, hot pepper, and parsley
mixture. Continue to cook for another minute, shaking the pan
occasionally; then turn the slices again and cook until they are done,
but not mushy. Slide the tomato slices onto a plate, and serve
immediately.
Note: Do not try to cook more than two servings at a time or the
tomatoes will end up overcooked. This type of tomato appetizer is great
scooped up onto Arabic bread.
Serves 4.
Chickpea and Olive Appetizer
Ingredients:
- 1 cup dried chickpeas, washed and soaked overnight in 8 cups water
- 1/2 cup black olives, chopped
- 1/4 cup scallions, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh coriander leaves (cilantro)
- 1 clove garlic, crushed
- salt to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/8 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Preparation:
Place the chickpeas with their water in a saucepan, and bring to a boil,
then cook over medium heat for about 2-1/2 hours, or until the chickpeas
are tender. Drain; then place the chickpeas in a salad bowl and allow to
cool. (Or, substitute half a 19 oz. can of chickpeas, drained.) Add the
remaining ingredients and mix thoroughly. Serve immediately.
Serve with warm pita bread for dipping. Serves 4-6.
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Wedding & Shower Gifts
It's
the time of the year again when we receive many wedding invitations.
The Crabby Nook carries a great selection of Home Decor items and
Collectibles that make perfect gifts. Many Brides and Grooms are young
professionals today and they also appreciate getting gifts that will
help them decorate their office. But, most importantly, don't forget
the groom when purchasing your gifts!
It
is a nice idea to help the couple add to their collectibles or to even
help them start a collection. Many times I had young professionals
come into my warehouse wanting to purchase sculptures for their home or
office and did not know how to go about starting a collection. And,
many times a person does not know how to blend a collectible into their
normal living decor.
Many
are afraid to try mixing cultures in their decor. Most don't realize
that 5000 year old continents/countries like Africa and Asia have many
similarities in their art and can be easily mixed. One of my favorite
decor themes is the "Asian Safari". It is an amazing exotic look when
you mix the two together. And since both countries are what we
consider "from the Earth" their collectibles blend in very well with
todays color schemes.
So,
this year, we have to be socially concious, environmentally concious
and economically concious in selecting our gifts. The perfect gifts
will be hand crafted from natural ingredients that support artists.
The Crabby Nook can help you meet all of those requirements.
Shower & Wedding Gift Suggestions
 African carved wood with Bone Accents Jacaranda Salad Bowl and Server Set
Baskets Jade Wall Art Statues
Trivia
Did
you know that in Africa the Hippo is known to save other animals from
crocodiles by pulling the prey from the reptile's mouth?
 We are giving tribute to the HIPPO this month!
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What's New?
Bamboo Shades - For a limited time only, we are offering Bamboo Shades! Available in five sizes, 24"W, 36"W, 48"W, 60"W and 72"W.
* All sizes measure 72" long.
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Paperweights - These make GREAT gifts!
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Decorative Eggs - We've added several new designs of our most popular item! Don't forget to purchase the display holder.
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We LOVE Summer!
We continue to carry our swimming pool brushes and thermometers.
We have a few pond mini vacs left in stock. And, we have a couple of
granite lanterns left in stock. Everything is on SALE and we are
taking offers on multiple purchases. Once these items are gone, we
will no longer carry this inventory.
We
also have some telescopic poles left in stock, but, they are too
expensive to ship due to their size. However, if you are in our area
you are more than welcome to pick one up for $5. These come in cases
of six. We can ship a case more reasonable than we can ship a single
pole.
We are also carrying a nice selection of wind chimes this year.
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Feng Shui Tips for Your Home Office
SCENTS AND SOUNDS
- MUSIC:
Play soothing music throughout the day to alleviate stress, calm
nerves, and keep you relaxed. Try a Norah Jones CD or listen to
something purely instrumental so you won’t get caught up in the lyrics.
- ELIMINATE DISTRACTIONS:
Close the door if others are at home with you so that you don’t have to
listen to distracting noises. Eliminating unnatural, exterior noise
will keep you focused on your work and will allow the chi to move
around your room with minimal disruptions.
- EVALUATE YOUR REACTIONS TO CERTAIN NOISES.
Does the sound of birds chirping keep you relaxed? Does the rumbling
dishwasher make you stressed? Evaluate your reactions to everyday
noises and then try to accommodate accordingly. Crack the window a
little to let in natural noises and drown out that dishwasher. Or, turn
up your music to keep out the bothersome weed eater outside.
- PICK A ROOM LOCATED FAR AWAY FROM LOUD NOISES.
When selecting the perfect room for your home office, pick one that is
located far away from loud, distracting noises. For example, if your
neighbors are always out on their front lawn playing or visiting, go to
a room that’s located at the back of your house. If the neighbor on
your left has a dog that barks all day long, choose a room on the other
side of the house. Eliminating as much extra noise as possible will
help you concentrate.
- CANDLES:
Light candles to welcome scent and give your office a relaxed
atmosphere. The warm flame is a soft, natural representation of fire
that also helps you feel cozy.
- INCENSE: Lighting incense is another way to bring scent into the room.
- GARBAGE:
Take out the garbage often to get rid of bad smells that will interrupt
your room’s chi. Mildew, garbage, and other noisome scents will also
distract you until they are eliminated. Empty out your trash several
times each week to keep bad smells from developing in the first place.
- CITRUS:
Citrus scents like tangerine and mandarin increase the amount of energy
in the room, keeping you awake and alert even after hours of work.
- GERANIUM and LAVENDER: These soothing scents will calm nerves and help you keep things in perspective.
- BURNING OIL: Burning tiny amounts of oil will cause your room to smell better in seconds.
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Brenda & Wayne Sanford
The Crabby Nook / River City Market
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Pool Brushes
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Lanterns
Pond Vacs
Birds
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Dragon & Phoenix
Put together, the Dragon and Phoenix is the symbol of ultimate yin and
yang and perfect feng shui. The Dragon is symbol of male vigour and
fertility. The Phoenix symbolizes yin splendour and female beauty. They
represent fruitful marriage blessed with a great deal of success and
prosperity as well as many offsprings, and the beginning of a dynastic
family.
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Tuesday, May 19, 2009 9:54 AM
Terra Cotta Artisans
We
purchase our Terra Cotta products from a company that trains and works
directly with minority groups such as refugees, people with
disabilities and indigenous tribal groups to develop their skills base,
improve their financial status, and raise their self-esteem.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009 9:53 AM
Middle East Artisans
Throughout
its history, this area of the world has been a major center of world
affairs, being an important political, economic, and cultural
region. The Middle East is also the geographic origin of three of the
world's great religions - Christianity, Islam, Judaism, and has been a
land of rich, and often explosive, diversity. War in many countries has
taken its toll on people's ability to access markets and to sustain
themselves. In Bosnia-Herzegovina, Israel and Palestine, thousands have
lost their lives due to continuing ethnic, religious, and political
violence. In Eastern Europe, newly independent countries are challenged
with building their economies as they begin to participate in the
global marketplace.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009 9:52 AM
Middle East Olive Oil Products
The
cultivation of olives has been a mainstay in western Galilee for
centuries, but many Arab farmers have lost this crucial income because
of many obstacles they must overcome to have access to land, markets,
and equipment.
Work opportunities are scarce for Arab and Jewish women. However, women are in charge of 
labeling,
packaging, and preparing products for shipping where we find our
cold-pressed organic olive oil and traditional olive oil soaps in
western Galilee.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009 9:51 AM
Middle East Olive Wood Artisans
For
centuries, Palestinian artisans near Bethlehem have been producing
religious items made of olive wood in family-owned workshops. The
tradition of olive wood carving has deep roots in the Bethlehem region,
and the olive tree and all that comes from it are an important part of
the cultural identity of the people.
Olive wood is readily
available in the region, coming from pruned branches of young olive
trees and trunks of old, unproductive trees. The lighter, softer wood
(which is easier to carve) comes from irrigated trees growing in
orchards on the plains; the harder wood with the beautiful grain comes
from trees growing on the mountainsides which only receive rainfall in
the winter months.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009 9:50 AM
Feng Shui Bagua
Tuesday, May 19, 2009 9:49 AM
Sculpture Care
It
is important to have a care routine for your stone or wood sculptures.
Just like you would have a humidifier in your home to keep your wood
cabinets, trim and furniture from drying out and becoming brittle. I
keep a small glass of water inside my curio cabinets.
Also, at least once a month, I wipe down my stone and wood sculptures, carvings and statues with "Liquid Gold" furniture polish or a natural "Beeswax"
polish. If your stone statues start showing signs of "dry" spots
before the end of the month, you might want to start treating them with
a natural beeswax polish more often than once a month.
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Tuesday, May 19, 2009 6:12 AM
Kenyan Bone Art
For
centuries, natural substances served purposes that are now reserved for
sterile synthetic materials. Clay, soil, wood, seeds, leaf fiber,
stones, skins, hair and bones were all elements of one's environment
that could be employed for function and adornment. Today, the necessity
of using natural materials is gone, but the appeal of goods handmade
from organic substances remains.
Kenyan bone artists use batik dying method to convert discarded
domesticated cow bones into striking decorative and daily use items. By
creating works of beauty for export to the world market from what many
modern cultures would perceive as waste material. Kenyan artisans use
elements of their heritage to progress in a rapidly changing world.
Monday, May 18, 2009 8:40 AM
African Kisii (Soapstone) Carvings
Using
a limited number of tools, the carvers mine the soapstone in large
blocks, then pare off smaller chunks for carving. Using a small knife
called a kisu, the carvers utilize as much of the stone as possible,
using scraps to create miniature animals and colorful hearts.
Once the Kisii stone carver create the raw forms, the items are
transported to Nairobi, where a loose collective of artisans color the
forms with natural dyes and etch the final details. The painted designs
are inspired by the flora and fauna of East Africa, as well as
textiles, tribal icons and even current events.
Sunday, May 17, 2009 1:31 AM
Dragons
The Dragon is
deemed the luckiest and most sacred figure in Chinese folklore. It
reputedly has absolute power and symbolizes honor, power and all that
is right.
Dragons enhance fame and career prospects and should be placed near a door or window in order to guard your wealth and health.
They are a very powerful protection cure for your home or office.
There are few symbols that surpass the Chinese Dragon in popularity
amongst those who use Feng Shui. The Dragon is said to create the
precious cosmic Chi' which brings good fortunes into our homes and
workplaces. Displaying the dragon together with moving water is even
more potent. Display a water feature in the North for limitless success
in your career, or in the Southeast for plenty of wealth luck.
Saturday, May 16, 2009 8:38 AM
Mother of Pearl
The art of inlaid Mother of Pearl
is a dying art. To inlay mother of pearl the artist must make an
intricate and very time consuming carving of his picture before pouring
the mother of pearl. The art has been replaced with the appliqued
mother of pearl technique that you will find more common in newer
pieces. I purchased my first mother of pearl appliqued piece
approximately 30 years ago. I suggest that when you find an inlaid mother of pearl art
piece, you purchase it for your collection. More than likely, it will
be an older piece of art and will only continue to increase in value.
Or, a very rare newer piece! Shop The Crabby Nook...
Sunday, May 10, 2009 9:18 AM
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African Recipes for Entertaining
Hot Shish Kabob Pepper Meat
Ingredients:
- 4 lbs beef chuck roast
-
2 large sweet onions
- 2 Bell peppers
- 1 tsp meat tenderizer (salt-less)
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 Tbs seasoned salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 2 Tbs cooking oil
- 1 Tbs peanut butter
- 2 pods hot pepper (finely chopped)
- 1 bottle beer (optional)
- Wooden or metal skewers
Preparation:
Wash and the cut up your meat into one-inch chunks. Add seasoned
salt, meat tenderizer, and black pepper. Mix well. Taste. Add salt to
taste.
Add chopped hot pepper. Let stand about 20 minutes for the seasonings to go through.
While you are waiting, Cut up your bell peppers and onions into one –inch chunks. Set aside.
Add oil to seasoned meat and mix well. Add peanut butter and mix to evenly coat meat.
Beginning with a piece of onion or sweet pepper, stack meat, onions,
and sweet pepper on the skewers. Alternate between meat, sweet pepper,
and onions.
Place your pepper meat on the hot grill. Splash some beer over the meat while cooking if desired. Turn occasional.
Remove from grill when ready.
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What has The Crabby Nook been doing?...
We
know that it has been a while since you last heard from us. We
apologize for that! A lot has been going on. In October, we were told
that we were getting transferred to Tulsa, OK. Wayne had worked for
TWA/AA for 30 years in budgeting for the overhaul base in Kansas City,
MO. So, we had an estate sale, packed up our house and traveled to
Tulsa to look at housing. In December, Wayne was laid off by AA with
the promise that he was still getting transferred to Tulsa, but, AA
would be closing the overhaul base in Kansas City. So, we waited and
waited.
We
did not hear anything from AA. Finally, in April, we downsized and
officially moved. Wayne took retirement. It has been a roller coaster
ride.
As you know, I have been ill for the last six years and I can tell you today that I am a cancer survivor! The
scarey thing was that we did not have insurance after Wayne was laid
off and the only way they would give us insurance again was if Wayne
took retirement! I had to cancel several appointments with MD
Anderson's in Houston, TX during this time because we had to save our
money. I was also feeling that if we had not paid out so much in
medical co-pay during my illness that we would not be in so much
financial stress. I felt that I was a burden to Wayne and this family
because of my illness. Miracles do happen!
I
don't think AA [American Airlines] treated this airline family
respectfully or had our best interest in mind. I never imagined in my
wildest dreams that a drastic change in the economy would have effected
us like it has. Or, the company that we had been loyal with for so
long would throw us away as non-essential.
HOWEVER,
The Crabby Nook is back and we are concentrating on our business
providing you with wonderful ethnic collectibles for your shopping
pleasure! We want to thank our loyal customers for their continued
support during these times. Because of you, we are officially back.
New Inventory & GREAT Prices!
Where do I begin? We have added wonderful South American Tagua Nut Ivory
carvings. These are wonderful gifts and highly collectible pieces.
They are exquisite and you will be more than pleased with the
craftsmanship. 
We have once again added our "High in Demand" Furniture/Room Dividers.
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Feng Shui Tips
DECORATIONS AND PLANTS for your Home Office
- Put up
family photos To make your home office more inviting, hang up or
display photos of you with family and friends. You’ll make yourself
more comfortable by seeing familiar faces and recalling fun memories.
Use a variety both wood and metal frames to incorporate the two
elements.
- PAINTINGS: Paintings are also positive additions to your
home office. Choose ones that feature garden scenes, landscapes, and
other natural designs to invite earth tones and keep you in touch with
the environment.
- CRYSTALS: Certain crystals like quartz, amethyst, and malachite increase the power of Feng Shui.
- FLOWERS: Introducing plant life into your home office will
boost your spirits and help balance out the elements. Plants, even
flowers, represent wood. Put a potted plant on the windowsill or
situate a larger fern or hibiscus plant in a corner to brighten up the
room.
- BAMBOO: Bamboo also represents the element wood and is considered to be extremely lucky.
- FOUNTAIN: Having a small water fountain in your home
office is good for many reasons. The sound of the running water will
soothe your senses, the water element will be fully represented, the
fountain will “attract and trap the chi.”
- PLANTS: Having a plant in your home office will do no good
if you can’t keep it alive. Dying or dead plants will increase the
amount of negative energy, making you feel depressed and frustrated.
- Place wall decorations at eye level. Hanging up pictures any old
way is a direct infringement of Feng Shui practice. Let all your wall
decorations hang at eye level, creating a consistent, organized
aesthetic.
- Avoid sharp-cornered objects. Sharp-cornered objects are not only
potentially harmful, they are also believed to obstruct the pathway of
chi. Your desk will most likely have sharp corners, but as long as you
are not sitting where they point directly at you, the chi will still be
able to flow around you easily.
- If it doesn’t have a function, you don’t need it. If your end table
doesn’t hold up a lamp or represent any of the key elements, you
probably don’t need it. Get rid of any decor that doesn’t serve some
sort of Feng Shui function by balancing out the elements, and you’ll
free up space and feel better about everything that does belong.
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The Crabby Nook / River City Market
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