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

So this is me, at 53. Seven years in a back brace, three spinal surgeries, weeks in a neck brace.I am sharing this because since I was a little girl, I was told all the physical things I couldn’t or shouldn’t do. I was in a back brace, so my parents were a bit justified...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

My intention for every home is for the home to be a healthy home in every aspect possible.As an Interior Designer, I know the beauty live plants provide in an environment.As a Feng Shui consultant, I know that the plant’s beauty is just the beginning of the story.In Feng Shui, live plants invite the vibrant,...Read More

Feng Shui tip of the day! ?Did you know you could Feng Shui your wardrobe?Yes, you can!Wear green when you want to attract money.Green is the color of money, of new growth and is the color for the Family Gua.So, add a little green when you are getting ready to work on your business, a...Read More

Feng shui tip of the day! If your front door and back door are in direct line with each other, place a large plant near the back door.Chi can rush directly through your home, taking your money with it, so the plant provides a place for the chi to linger and therefore keeps your money...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 easy Chi enhancers sure to help you raise your vibe:• Take a walk, spend time in Nature.• Get some sun.• Buy some fresh flowers.• Do some breath work.• Meditate.• Do something nice for someone else.• Drink some cucumber & mint water (or any other delicious naturally flavored water).• Move 27 things around in your...Read More

Water has been on my mind for a few days now. I ended up severely dehydrated in Santa Fe even though I drink out of a reusable LARQ water bottle all day long!Having lived in a tropical environment very near an ocean for over 30 years, I took water for granted.Since moving to the desert,...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