I decided to become a certified herbalist, because I just love learning about herbs and all their amazing properties.I have been growing flat leaf parsley for years in my garden. I never thought much about it other than using it for cooking.As I have now chosen to approach life with more of a beginner’s mind,...Read More

Garden Feng ShuiThe weather is getting warmer and everyone is spending more time outside in their gardens.Did you know you could apply Feng Shui principles outside?Let’s start with Yin & Yang and a few examples of each.YINFlat, smooth stonesA quiet pondCurving formsCool areas in the gardenOvergrown leafy plantsFine textured plants (ferns)Planted areasYANGJagged rocksFountainStraight linesSunny, bright,...Read More

Feng Shui & CactusMost Feng Shui consultants and experts will discourage you from bringing prickly plants into your home.Since moving to the desert, my love and obsession with all things cactus has only grown.If you are like me and have a love affair with all things prickly, then the Fame and Reputation area of your...Read More

Some of Rosemary’s amazing attributes:• Protection• Association with fidelity & Love• Remembrance of those who have passed• Air purification• Removes negative energyAn old adage states that where Rosemary grows, the woman rules!@amandagibbypeters suggests grouping 4 rosemary plants together in the Wealth Gua (upper left hand corner of your home) to represent a woman’s wealth &...Read More

Some of Rosemary’s amazing attributes:• Protection• Association with fidelity & Love• Remembrance of those who have passed• Air purification• Removes negative energyAn old adage states that where Rosemary grows, the woman rules!@amandagibbypeters suggests grouping 4 rosemary plants together in the Wealth Gua (upper left hand corner of your home) to represent a woman’s wealth &...Read More

How do you do this?• Start a new project• Read a new book• Try a new type of exercise class• Plant an herb garden• Try essential oils• Take a road trip• Try a new type of cuisineThe point is to go outside of your comfort zone and GROW!Whatever that looks like for you.I am working...Read More

Spring is right around the corner.Did you know you could implement my Elements in Balance approach with your patio & garden?Bring in representations of all Five elements to create balance & harmony.• Water – a water feature, pool or birdbath• Wood – trees, plants, flowers, furniture• Fire – a fire pit, spiky plants, lights, lanterns•...Read More

Do what lights YOU up!Remember your interior living space is as important as your exterior one.Your soul lives in your body, the way you live in your home. Make sure to keep both in tip top shape!Make your soul’s home beautiful by doing what lights you up!I personally love plants & flowers. Planting , arranging...Read More

I have been actively working to clear and reset my 2nd chakra for several years now.The Sacral Chakra represents among other things, your creativity, your emotional health, your sexuality. It also represents your inner child and what you came here to birth (creatively – your gifts & talents).Some physical manifestations that the 2nd chakra is...Read More

How to incorporate crystals into your Home to create an intentionally balanced and well designed space.85 lb. Brazilian Clear Quartz in an Entry wayI became so fascinated with both the beauty of crystals and their energy that I took a course and became a certified crystal healer. I have always been attracted to “shiny” things...Read More