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West Meets East© By Caroline Patrick
Water Fountain Features Bring Money To Cities, Businesses And Homes Water fountains are not just a fad. They must be loved and tended like a pet. The water must be cleaned, the lighting checked and, of course, plugged in! I see poor little abandoned fountains sitting on lonely thrift store shelves and in courtyards, dirty, broken and emptied of their vital Element, Water! We are now blessed with solar fountains, which are so easy to use. Place solar lights next to the fountain and you have created a money cure. This cure can be done on a huge scale or at home. Without getting into politics, which I would like to, there are many Feng Shui principles which can be used access more money. I know many clients who are breezing through the current financial crunch we are experiencing as a nation. Why? Because they follow the principles of Feng Shui. Here is some correspondence from a very successful, generous and honest client. My first visit was many years ago, and now the company continues to expand here and abroad by keeping in touch and up to date. He and his business partner make sure one or two of the staff take care of all of the Feng Shui "cures," "corrections" and enhancements I suggest. The fountain is plugged in and treated as a pet. Here is our discussion after a recent updated on-site evaluation, as they are expanding another 7 or 8,000 feet as the building to the side of them becomes available. The restrooms are in the right location, crystals are hung, plants added, hallway unblocked, etc., so money will continue to flow into the location. Hi Caroline, Hope you are doing well. We would like to replace the water fountain in our front lobby (right by the entrance door) since it is looking old and has a lot of calcium deposits. I wanted to check with you if there are any specifics to be kept in mind when looking for a new one. Your advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, A Client Good morning to you, A water fountain near the front entry inside or outside a place of business provides the Element of Water in pure form. The Career section or gate needs Water to bring money, abundance and opportunities to this area. The Chinese 8-sided Bagua, or octagonal shaped tool used to show all 9 aspects of life's gates, aligns with the architectural front door. Water is necessary for life and is associated with opportunities that flow to the Front Entry or the "Mouth of Chi." A fountain should be in proportion to the size of the space. The one you have now is a bit small for inviting new business. I would consider a larger one. There are many styles now and even great solar ones for outside your homes. Round is the best shape because it has no beginning and no end, so opportunities can flow from all sides and all "roads" leading to your place of business. Outside a business such as a successful wine vineyard, you will see huge round fountains with water squirting high into the air or to the heavens, raining down abundance. Round is also the shape of coins. Another perfect place for a water fountain is in the far back left corner of a business or office or a home or outside courtyard. The Gua known as Wealth is dependent on "Wind and Water" to bring prosperity. If this is not possible, hang a large picture of nine fish, eight gold and one black, or a water scene with swift-moving water, sky and lush greenery. I have painted murals in this area at businesses and homes to enliven and bring Chi to this vital area. My canvasses are also designed in a Feng Shui manner. Check my site for these paintings, www.fengshuiartistry.com. So think of this when you are choosing one for inside. Of course you can't have water all over the floor, but they come in all colors, shapes and styles. Please don't scrimp on this enhancement. Some have balls which turn in the water and are illuminated. Light, water, action are part of the cure. The more the better. There are also wall features, but would have to get with you on where to place a wall fountain. The fountain needs to look as if it is bringing water to the facility and not sending the opportunities away from the building. This problem occurs in many city centers where a fountain is installed without a qualified Feng Shui consultant's instructions. The water direction of the feature is not correctly taken into consideration and all vitality flows away from the city, and funds will "dry up." The problem can be "corrected" with a Feng Shui "cure" and restore money and business to the community. Don't buy fountains with sharp edges and points. Square might be ok in some instances but usually have these shapes which will point at someone at a distance in a building or at a neighbor's house or dog house! Shapes of structures, displays, landscaping, trees and sidewalks cause problems and disharmony. Any pointed object in your office or working place will give off energy such as a finger constantly pointing at you in criticism, or will give pain to a co-worker in the leg, back, chest or arm. Look for "knife edges" such as wall corners, sharp-leaf plants, thorns or cactus plants in your space. The problem may be an easy fix; when it seems co-workers or neighbors are at fault, it could be only a detail design. Slanted walls, slanted ceilings and visual art, such as my grandson's large framed picture of the Titanic sinking hung above his bed, are not the best visual for obtaining good grades or good business decisions. The downward movement of any object, such as a drooping plant, ships sinking, crashing airplanes or broken clocks cannot uplift your thinking. Open bookcases behind your back or beams overhead can also create health and mental awareness problems or disharmony. Hope this gives some insight to your purchase. I will try to find a picture of some good fountains and send them to you. Are the workers around the restroom area doing better, and how is the expansion project going regarding the other space? Thanks for the opportunity of working with you. Please report any problems with signing papers or expansion. Mercury is still in Retro phase, so it is better to sign major papers after the 19th of June, whether for cars, homes, businesses or proposals. Also, I can give you "red letter" days for new contract signing. Wishing you continued success! Caroline Patrick BorNei
Caroline lives in the Northwest Region of the US, called The Puget Sound in Washington State. She is a Feng Shui Practitioner, writer, author and artist. She gives workshops in Feng Shui, Elements of Art; private mentoring for serious students lectures and writes for newspapers. She combines teaching and traveling to other locations, here and abroad. Her 2008 schedule includes workshops and classes in Washington State, Oregon, Northern California, Arizona, New Mexico and North Carolina. She is available speaking, teaching and consultations. Currently her illustrations for a children’s book entitled “The Six Paramitas” have been delivered to the client for publication. “It is based on characters designed on the universal prayer OM, MA, NE, PAD, ME, HUM and is the most delightful and precious assignment I have ever done.” If you want to know more about the book or the creations, please contact Caroline.
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Please consult your physician for physical problems as this article only gives ideas and suggestions. Caroline is not responsible for anyone using these suggested plants or advice for cures or healing any problem either medical or Feng Shui claims. This column and article is for entertainment only. Please seek help from a qualified physician, naturopath, herbalist or other certified person for treatment. Caroline Patrick BorNei
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