druidess6308 Forum Posts (13,695)

RE: IMPORTANT QUESTION ABOUT THE HUMAN RACE? WHO IS WINNING THE RACE?

Gilly...he's irreverent, curious, and funny...I'd say he's winning it so far.

RE: Allow us a status of "Not single/Not Looking"

What about KMD, Kansan and Jackie, Mindful and MM...they stay for their friends and give the rest of us hope.

RE: Allow us a status of "Not single/Not Looking"

When I get into a relationship that's serious, I plan on changing mine to talk/email/pen pal and staying. I've made some great friends on here, and I wouldn't want to give that up. I enjoy the forums...but my profile would change to make it clear I was no longer looking. I've seen many who've done that, and would join those ranks.

Feng Shui

I am sorry about your missing cat...and yes, I've had them, so I understand. I wouldn't put one on the floor with my dog, either. On the mantle in front of the mirror, but off to one side a bit, would also be good.

Feng Shui

You're welcome. Good idea...or on the hearth in front of it and a mirror hanging above it.

Feng Shui

I've never heard that about the fireplace. I'll check for you, see if I can find anything...but I don't see why it would be a problem.

If so, we can figure out a remedy.

Feng Shui

Yes. Clearing clutter, cleaning, things like that can lift the energy in your home, and thereby lift your energy.

Last night I finally bought a bamboo plant to replace the dried flowers from my husband's memorial service bouquet. They've been there for a little over a year now, and it was time. Now something dead was replaced with something living...very symbolic, as well as bringing in energy.

Now I just need to go through all of the clutter here that I packed up from him and his parents. It's hard because I have a mountain of it in that room...but I've got to start it, one box at a time. It's past time to do it.

Feng Shui

Well, SF, now you know the name for decorating and placing objects according to energy. It's an ancient Chinese practice...over 5000 years, and they take it very seriously. Numerology is part of it, too.

Awesome. I haven't used mirrors, but color, art, and object placement. Although some of the pictures act as light reflectors because of the glass.

Ooops...wait...a small mirror by my door at the bottom of the steps to keep the energy from rushing out. I've got one more to hang for that purpose at the bottom of the other stairs.

I also use windchimes and little round crystals. (Yes, windchimes hang inside my house!)

RE: It's time to draw a line in the sand

I have always loved Blue Cheese...and Roquefort...but, I'm lactose intolerant now so I can no longer enjoy them...or any other cheeses for that matter.

So...I don't know which party you'd put me in...a third one? Loves it but can't eat it?

Feng Shui

SF...you're instinctively using Feng Shui...but then, you're sensitive to, and aware of, energy. You can do things like cover your TV when not in use, and make sure that none of the big electronics (TV, computer) are facing your bed when you sleep. Close toilet lids to keep the good chi from draining out of your home...it's supposed literally keep your money from going down the drain. If your toilet is on the other side of your bed, tape a mirror to the wall, mirrored side facing the wall, to keep it from draining your energy. Those are just some little fixes that people can do.

Yes, energy transcends matter...and all things are composed of matter, which is composed of atoms, and atoms contain energy/chi.

Feng Shui

It's a Chinese art of decorating in a manner that improves the flow of chi in one's home to improve the general energy of one's life. Basically, it's based on the principle that everything has energy, and the energy of each thing affects the others, and you, so you can bring the things you want in your life into it by placing your furniture and accessories in the most propitious places. Placement of mirrors, plants, fountains, etc., are very important.

Feng Shui

I love HGTV...and they had a short-lived program called "Fun Shui" that I wish they'd kept. It was looking pretty good.

There are lots of books on it available, some make it easier than others. There are also different schools of it, so if you wanted to learn, I'd go to a book store and peruse many before buying a book on it. Go with what feels right and good to you. I don't follow it exactly...but I do what feels right in each room.

Feng Shui

Yes, but it does help if you work on the space you inhabit. You can't do anything about the building, but if your own space feels good when you walk into it, then you've done well.

This house isn't a good fit for me by feng shui principles since it's East and I'm West, but I have done everything I can to work with it. So far, it feels right. I just have the rooms in the basement and the garage to work on now.

Feng Shui

I've studied it, and I used quite a bit of it when decorating my house during the remodel. It's interesting, and I felt I had to do something positive here to lift the energy after so much illness and grieving had happened here. I've injected color, energy, and life into this house, and it feels really good here.

I've also smudged and cleansed negativity out, though I'm feeling a need to do it again.

Now I just need to work on the areas that still have clutter. Maybe that would help get some things unstuck.

Feng Shui

RE: How do you feel right now? thread (Part II)

bored...but content.

RE: How do you feel right now? thread (Part II)

RE: How do you feel right now? thread (Part II)

Feng Shui

Does anyone else practice this when decorating their home? Do you take it into consideration when buying a home? There are so many books on the subject (many of which are also on my bookshelves ), and so many people I know can talk about it...men, too, btw, so this isn't just a thread for women...that it made me curious to see how many here follow this practice to any extent.

RE: Disruptive Children In Public

It's not just one particular one...it's any place that they go out to eat.

RE: What was your first ever date like?

Awww...that's sweet.

RE: What was your first ever date like?

That has to be the most interesting first date story I've ever read. And it shows you to be a very caring and generous man.

And yes, I love New England. I grew up in NH, and my family moved back several years ago. I wouldn't want to live there again, but I love visiting.

RE: A tiger ate my family

RE: Is Obama a nice guy???

I don't know. I don't watch political stuff, so I can't answer whether or not he's a nice man...but I hope so. That would be a nice change.

RE: For all you ladies

Thank you, Tater. I'll second the salute to a man for not being afraid to post this...kudos for that.

I hope you don't mind if I copy and paste this. I have no daughters, but I belong to a group with several women of all ages in it, some of whom might consider this option.

Yes, many women complain about their cycles, but we've been dealing with it and complaining about it for millenia, they just need to continue doing so. And stories like this from drug companies, not to mention many other side effects to drugs, is why I'm going to school to be a Naturopath. (Yes, some medicines do good, but too many could be avoided.)

RE: A tiger ate my family

At least you managed to kill the tiger!

RE: Five Great Life Lessons

OK, Sweet...you made me cry, but in a good way. The two stories with the little boys were so touching...and I'm such a softie. Thankfully, I keep Puffs nearby.

RE: Disruptive Children In Public

I think we tend to blame the parents, and yet it's not always that simple. My sons used to look at other toddlers like they were weird when they were having a tantrum, and mine were toddlers then too. When they got older they'd ask me why kids behaved like that...and I never could answer them. I still can't.

My sister has two daughters. The older one also never threw a tantrum in her life. The younger one can't be taken to a restaurant. She behaves fine otherwise, but for some reason if she goes to a restaurant, she goes ballistic behaviorally. My sister and parents don't understand it, can't find a reason for it, and have just learned not to take her to any. She's 5 now, and will hopefully begin to outgrow this, but it made me stop blaming the parents. She's not a bad kid, and not ADHD...just for some reason can't behave in a restaurant.

RE: Make a sentence starting I wish..........

I wish that my phone hadn't woken me up out of a sound sleep this morning.

RE: if you gave yourself an indian name what would it be

No, my friend, it is not. I would name you "walks with soft heart"