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All You Need is Love--And a Little Bit of Feng Shui in New York City

Sun, 13 Dec 2009 18:13:07 -0600

All you need is Love -- And a Little Bit of Feng Shui in New York City

Every season in New York City is special and unique. The winter holds it's charms with Ice Skating, Fall is spectacular for the beautiful Autumn Colors, Spring makes you look ahead and see only Sunshine in your future. Summer in Central Park for me is the BEST time.

Long, LONG walks where you can choose the usual paths or ones not travelled very often. No matter what time of year you go, Love is always in the Air.

I loved this photo. It was taken just outside the famous Boathouse Restaurant in New York City....a destination in itself. It reminds me somehow of another era.....

Is it Feng Shui in New York City? Or Love? Maybe just a bit of both.

*Photo by Feng Shui New York Consultant Laura Cerrano http://www.FengShuiManhattan.com

*Carole Provenzale is the Founder of Feng Shui Long Island & New York providing Feng Shui and Design Consultations on site on Long Island, New York City - Manhattan - and Queens, NY for Homes, Businesses, Retail, Restaurants, Apartments and Condos, Corporations and New Construction. http://www.LongIslandFengShui.com

Feng Shui Consultants in New York City: A Feng Shui NY Business & Central Park

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 21:33:40 -0600

Feng Shui Consultants in New York City: Central Park New York

Feng Shui Consultants are always taught and reminded to connect with Nature. As a Feng Shui Consultant on Long Island, you will often find me in New York City as well. Many times after a Feng Shui Consultation in NYC, I will head to Central Park.

It was one of those end of the summer, beautiful warm days. I'd just finished a Feng Shui Consultation for a Business uptown and decided I wanted to walk through at least part of Central Park. Soon the leaves would be changing and there would be a chill in the air. Not on this day!

I walked...and walked and passed some lovely sights along the way. These are a few of the things I saw on that beautiful day in Central Park. There are SO many pictures and since many people enjoy seeing New York City, they will be in a following blog post.

Reflections...on the wonderful last year and the new one that is to come.

Look at all the different paths we can choose. It's always up to us.......

There really IS solitude in Central Park! And some all natural Feng Shui. In the Form School of Feng Shui, the Mountain at your back for strength and water in front of you to bring in New Energy.

The perfect day...

The views from some skyscrapers in New York City are spectacular.

Woody Allen is said to occupy the top floor of this building.

And my favorite of this bunch:

I wanted to be the person lying on the rock, not taking pictures of them :) Central Park New York City. Natural Feng Shui in Manhattan NY.

Imagine. Doing a job you love such as Feng Shui in a City you love such as New York. Does it get any better??

If you'd like to see more photos of New York City or hear future tips on Feng Shui, please subscribe.

*Carole Provenzale is the Founder of Feng Shui Long Island & New York which was established in 1997. It is now a full service Feng Shui/Design Consultation Center and provides on site Feng Shui Consultations for Long Island, The Hamptons, Queens and NYC. http://www.LongIslandFengShui.com

*Laura Cerrano is the Founder of Feng Shui Manhattan NY which was established in 2000. For further information on her services: http://www.FengShuiManhattan.com

Feng Shui on Long Island NY by Laura Cerrano -- Come to Ladypallooza!

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 19:07:50 -0600

It's Ladypallooza Time! Join Feng Shui Consultant Laura Cerrano of Feng Shui Manhattan NY for this Long Island Event!

Ladypallooza? Excuse me....what IS that? If you haven't heard of Ladypalloza you might want to read this. It is a Celebration of Life for Women that is held yearly on Long Island New York. It features lectures, workshops and events as well as crafts and unique gift items.

On Saturday, December 5^th, 2009 Feng Shui Consultant Laura Cerrano of Feng Shui Manhattan New York will be giving a free workshop/lecture on the Basics of Feng Shui...along with special tips for Feng Shui for Children. Laura is not only a Certified Feng Shui Consultant but she is a teacher as well.

Many more free workshops of all kinds will be offered. Here's a clip of what Ladypalloza is from their website: Main Page @ ladypallooza.com

Join us on Saturday, December 5th at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship at Stony Brook, Long Island NY for a full day of honoring and experiencing the amazing spirit in women. Female artists and craftswomen, psychics, musicians, performers, lecturers and female health practitioners such as Doulas, Childbirth Educators, Nutritionists, Massage Therapists, Yoga Instructors, Hypnobirthing Instructors, and more will be on hand sharing their passions and talents with the community.

Vendors, workshops, lectures, performances... all to Celebrate the Spirit in Women!
Ladypallooza!

Children's events and childcare will be provided, making it easier for mothers in the community to attend. Families are welcome!

Ladypallooza is located at The Universalist Fellowship

380 Nicolls Road

Setauket, New York

For their website please visit: Main Page @ ladypallooza.com

Feng Shui New York Consultant Laura Cerrano will be distributing packets of information and ideas to get you started in Feng Shui. She will begin at 11:15 am in Room A.

*Feng Shui Consultant Carole Provenzale Founded Feng Shui Long Island and New York in 1997. http://www.FengShuiLI.com

**Feng Shui Consultant Laura Cerrano Founded Feng Shui Manhattan NY in 2000. Please visit:

http://www.FengShuiManhattan.com for further information.

"No Soup for YOU!" Here on Long Island NY?? By Feng Shui Long Island & NY

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 23:05:12 -0600

No Soup for YOU! Here on Long Island??

Seinfeld. I watched the series and loved them all. The entire concept of the show was brilliant I thought: “A Show about absolutely Nothing.” It worked!

When I heard one of the cast members was going to be signing Autographs I thought of all the Seinfeld lovers I know and went down in the hopes of getting one. The ad read something like (and I’m paraphrasing here): Come in and donate some non perishable food and get an autograph by Larry Thomas. Best of all, it was right here on Long Island in Suffolk County NY!

Larry Thomas played the episodes with the “Nazi” Soup Kitchen which remain viewers favorite episodes according to IMBD. In fact, he was up for an Emmy Award in 1996. The Soup “General” was actually based on a real person in New York City who reportedly had the BEST soup in town---along with a heck of a bad personality! Still, people braved him and his wrath to get some of his soup.

I wish the ad had said “Come in, donate some non perishable food and pay $45 for an Autograph by Larry Thomas. Ouch! Still, it was fun stepping back in time.

For fellow Seinfeld lovers:

Top Ten Best Seinfeld Moments - Go See That

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Larry Thomas

"No Soup for YOU!"

*Carole Provenzale is a Certified Feng Shui Consultant and the Founder of Feng Shui Long Island providing Feng Shui Consultations for Homes, Businesses, Retail, Restaurants, Renovations, Real Estate Agents and New Construction. Please visit: http://www.LongIslandFengShui.com

**Laura Cerrano is a Certified Feng Shui Consultant in New York City – Manhattan and serves NYC, Queens, Long Island and the Tri State Area. Please visit: http://www.FengShuiManhattan.com

The Feng Shui of a New York City Apartment by Feng Shui Long Island & NY

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 18:30:12 -0600

The Feng Shui of a New York City Apartment

New York City Apartments and Brownstones are very special places especially when applying Feng Shui Principles. Feng Shui in NYC Apartments can be a bit of a challenge but they are ALWAYS fun. New York Feng Shui Consultants Laura Cerrano and Carole Provenzale recently went back in time in an old, beautiful brownstone in New York City.

This beautiful NYC Apartment was located near Central Park and is just over 100 years old according to its owner. It rises to three levels and what we found most beautiful were the architectural details. Beautiful, vintage stained glass and the unique carvings of the staircase made this a beautiful place to Feng Shui in NY.

To enter you walked down several stairs and the first level had low ceilings. The kitchen, living room and office were located on this floor. Although it was quite large, one area was very cluttered....the home office. Heavy books, filing cabinets, the computer and furniture clogged the area from having a free movement of Energy.

As a New York Feng Shui Consultant in New York for many years, I do understand my clients' reluctance to part with their favorite books. We always hope we'll find time to re-read them when in fact we usually move on to learn something NEW. Too many books in Feng Shui can create a very heavy feeling in a room and "weigh" it down.

We ask our clients to keep the necessary (and loved) books and to let go of the rest. This is a good Feng Shui principle to follow for anyone going near their bookcase. We didn't think we were making much headway when we mentioned they were in the WEALTH area of their home from the use of the Bagua.

I love to see "lights" go off in Feng Shui Consultations. An ‘A Ha' moment that hits a client and they too can see their space through "Feng Shui Eyes." Laura Cerrano and I suggested other changes and moved on to the upstairs.

In sharp contrast, the upstairs rooms contained two very large bedrooms and a bathroom and while cluttered, they FELT wonderful. Very high ceilings gave the illusion of even more space and we discussed an optimal layout of the furniture to really open up the rooms and give them balance.

People don't like to struggle through a space....neither does Energy. We don't re-arrange furniture...we DO think about the Mindful placement of it and opening up new Channels to change any negative or blocked Energy in a space to a positive, OPEN feeling. Then we wait for the wonderful changes to occur.

Here are some of the details two Feng Shui Consultants found in this beautiful New York City Apartment:

A nice Find: A Bagua Table and some Inspirational Words in the NYC Apartment.

Large Windows, Beautiful Stained Glass and a lovely Altar in Manhattan NY.

Going up the Stairs in this Brownstone in New York City...vintage Stained Glass Window.

Exquisite wood carving and details in this NYC Apartment.

Feng Shui in a Manhattan Brownstones.

All photos by NYC Feng Shui Consultant Laura Cerrano.

*Carole Provenzale is a Certified Feng Shui Consultant and the Founder of Feng Shui Long Island & New York providing on site Feng Shui Consultations for all of Long Island including The Hamptons, Queens and NYC. http://www.FengShuiLI.com

**Laura Cerrano is a Certified New York Feng Shui Consultant and the Founder of Feng Shui Manhattan - New York - est. 2000. http://www.FengShuiManhattan.com

Thanks & Giving = Gratefulness by Feng Shui Long Island

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 23:24:36 -0600

Wishing you a Happy, Healthy and Safe Thanksgiving!

In this New York Feng Shui House we think of Gratefulness. We also think of Giving Back or Tithing. A certain percentage of each Feng Shui Consultation goes to my two favorite charites.

One is St. Jude's Children's Hospital. We all have a soft spot in our hearts for children and I believe Danny Thomas did a wonderful thing by creating such a place. Where there is hope for Children AND their families while they all face a very uncertain and frightening future.

The other place that has stolen my heart is a non profit Senior Home called The Jones Manor located in Bayville, Long Island New York. The amazing volunteers that help these seniors do it out of love; many are unpaid. I had the opportunity several years ago with the help of my son, Adam Schumacher and my daughter, Laura Cerrano to help transform this place through painting, redecorating and some really good Feng Shui. My son rebuilt their deck which was not able to be used at the time.

No matter what YOUR charity is, remember it and help out if you can. One hour of your time can often make a huge difference in someone else's life. Be very thankful for all you have and remember to take the time to PLAY!!

Central Park New York City

Happy Thanksgiving with peace, love, laughter, gratefulness and lots of laughter!

Carole Provenzale is a Certified Feng Shui Consultant for all of Long Island including The Hamptons, New York City and Queens NY for Homes, Businesses, Corporations, New Construction, Retail and Restaurants. Please visit her website for more information at http://www.LongIslandFengShui.com

Laura Cerrano is a Certified Feng Shui Consultant and the Founder of Feng Shui Manhattan providing on site Feng Shui Consultations in New York City and the Tri State Area including New Jersey and Conneticut. Please visit her website for her unique services at http://www.FengShuiManhattan.com

New York Feng Shui Blessings and a BLOG. That's all it Took!

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:26:51 -0600

New York Feng Shui Blessings and a Blog---That's all it Took!

I don't believe anyone starts Blogging with the realization of all the incredible things it can bring you. I certainly didn't.

I certainly didn't expect a BLOG here on Activerain to help my mom get a new dog.....

My BEST ActiveRain SUCCESS Story: He Had me at Hello : )

I was thrilled that my brother's friend had called and that we'll be visiting shortly. But I was not at ALL prepared for what followed that phone call the following evening-now TWO days after the Feng Shui Blessing on our lovely Long Island home.

Some of my blogs have been personal. One was a father's day tribute to my terrific dad Lt. Colonel Peter F. Provenzale, The "Perfect" Dad....by Feng Shui Long Island and another was about when I was informed by my cousin that my father was NOT listed as a member of the 8^th Air Force Museum in Georgia. I couldn't believe it---he was a Lt. Colonel in the 8^th Air Force in WW11 in the 351^st division and a Navigator for the B-17 Airplanes.

He's in the movie "Combat America", a documentary that Clark Gable filmed while he was in the war. And he says my father's name several times during the movie:. Peter Provenzale...one of the clips of the movie is in this link: 8th Air Force 351st Fighter Group Historical Society--by Carole Provenzale
I got every piece of paper my mother had and made copies....there was nothing I left out of the information including his dates of service, the medals he won, copies of original clippings and everything they would need to have him listed.

I sent all the copies to the Museum with the request that he be added and received a rather curt reply that they were "too busy." I couldn't believe it. I called, wrote and emailed and got nothing back. Time passed and they did nothing. Eventually I gave up....because I had to turn my attention to other things.

The phone call I received just two days after the Blessings was from the son of a man who flew with my father---the last remaining crew member still alive! I was then able to speak to the man who actually flew with my dad. My father didn't speak much about the war....it seems no one that returned did; it was too difficult.

I didn't know my father was hurt so badly they thought he was dead. I didn't know on another mission that they ran out of gas and had to get out of the plane before it crashed into the English Channel. I didn't know my father could have gone home after his injury but stayed to complete all his missions. I didn't know so many things......

His son told me he was the "Keeper of his father's memories" and he also, it seemed, was the keeper of MY father's memories. His son also told me he was going to try to reach one more person...the son of the Pilot who flew all the missions.

He did find him and told him of OUR conversation. We are all hoping to Meet in St. Louis with ALL our memorabilia and our stories. I will be able to speak to my father's "brother." I also hear that it may well be possible that these people can finally get my father listed as having proudly served our Country. They found me from a blog right here on Activerain.

I wondered "WHAT IS GOING ON HERE?"

And I thought about the Feng Shui Blessings....Of Course. How could I not have thought of it?

New York Feng Shui Consultants Carole Provenzale and Laura Cerrano provide on site Feng Shui Consultations for all of Long Island including The Hamptons, New York City and Queens. Please visit http://www.LongIslandFengShui.com or http://www.FengShuiManhattan.com

New York Feng Shui -- Sometimes all you Need is a Blessing and a Blog!

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 21:24:24 -0600

New York Feng Shui-Sometimes all you Need is a Blessing and a Blog!

There are Feng Shui Blessings and Feng Shui Space Clearings. As New York Feng Shui Practitioners we use whatever methods our clients like but I have to confess that Black Sect methods of Blessings are particularly powerful. I've seen them work over and over again like magic-and know there is something very deep about them.

The other day while getting ready for a Feng Shui Consultation on Long Island, Laura was preparing what we would need. She asked me when the last time we'd blessed OUR home had been....and I had to stop and think. It was the Chinese New Year so it had been a while although things have been going very well for both of us.

Laura wanted to do another Feng Shui Blessing on our home. I looked at the time (Feng Shui Blessings and Space Clearings should ONLY be done during certain times of day) and it was actually the perfect time. She did an Interior Clearing and Exterior Blessings and I didn't think much about it; afterward we went on to finish the things we had planned.

That evening I got a very surprising call. It was from one of my brother's oldest friends, someone he'd known since his college days at Pratt. I hadn't spoken to him in at least 20 years and it was such a wonderful experience to get to talk. So wonderful, in fact, he is taking a drive and coming to visit both my mother and myself next month!

He'd found me from a blog...and for anyone that reads me my series of posts this year on Feng Shui in Provincetown told of my special experiences in returning to Provincetown this past summer. I'd tagged the post with Peter Provenzale.

Provincetown MA -- The Journey Continues by NY Feng Shui Consultants

Funny, but I didn't relate the call to the Feng Shui Blessings on my home in Long Island NY. Maybe because it was only the BEGINNING of some of the Biggest Blessings that were to come and they ALL came from The Blessings AND A BLOG--

I didn't know the most PROFOUND changes I would ever experiene would happen in the next few days......

To be continued.........

*Carole Provenzale is a Certified Feng Shui Consultant since 1997 and the Founder of Feng Shui Long Island and New York, providing Feng Shui Consultations for Homes, Businesses, Corporations, Retail and New Construction. http://www.LongIslandFengShui.com

Laura Cerrano is a Certified Feng Shui Consultant and the Founder of Feng Shui Manhattan for Feng Shui consultations in New York City. http://www.FengShuiManhattan.com

The Business of Feng Shui in New York by Feng Shui Consultant Carole Provenzale

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 15:20:21 -0600

The BUSINESS of Feng Shui in New York

I don't believe when Feng Shui came to New York it was meant to be ‘strictly business.' I don't believe back then ANY of us thought about Feng Shui as a ‘great way to make money,' or a ‘terrific business opportunity.' I DO believe that we did it because we were fascinated with it and after trying it, found out that Feng Shui WORKS.

When you're that excited about something you want to delve deeper and learn more. The more we could learn about Feng Shui (and continue to learn to this day1), the better we would be able to help our clients. The follow up letters and phone calls that follow a Feng Shui Consultation are sometimes nothing short of spectacular. People have received incredible new things that have come into their lives and they credit YOU and FENG SHUI with helping them attain heights they never would have believed possib

"These Days" were back in 1997 and sadly, Feng Shui has changed. As it grew and more and more Feng Shui Success Stories were told many others became interested in having a Feng Shui Consultation OR becoming a Feng Shui Consultant. A CERTIFIED Feng Shui Consultant.

There are still some wonderful Schools of Feng Shui that are licensed and accredited that offer Certification Classes but there are no standards on who can certify anyone. For example, someone can read a book (or two) on Feng Shui and declare themselves to be Certified Feng Shui Consultants. It's a scary and sobering thought that the meaning of Feng Shui and what it was intended for has become to some a money making BUSINESS.

I have seen these ads occasionally on the Internet. You can send in money, take a brief online course and presto! --- You're a CERTIFIED Feng Shui Consultant. Whether or not you are in New York be wary of booking a Feng Shui Consultant. Speak to them at length and find out more about their experience in the field. Someone who has been around for years is producing real RESULTS and is more likely to have had much better training.

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It's a sad thought: Feng Shui was intended to Inspire and Transform and now, in some cases has become just a business. Choose your Feng Shui Consultant carefully.

Carole Provenzale is the Founder of Feng Shui Long Island & New York, est. in 1997. She is a Certified Feng Shui Consultant from the first school in the Country that is licensed and accredited to offer Feng Shui Studies. Carole consults on site in Long Island including The Hamptons, Queens and New York City. http://www.FengShuiLI.com

For Feng Shui New York City - Manhattan Consultations http://www.FengShuiManhattan.com Laura Cerrano - Certified Feng Shui Consultant

What's so GREAT about Localism? It's a TREASURE! by Feng Shui Long Island Consultant Carole Provenzale

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:01:35 -0600

What's so GREAT about Localism? It's a TREASURE....

There are some people, especially "Newbies" to Activerain that may not see the Advantages of posting to Localism. As a Feng Shui Consultant who lives and play on Long Island, NY and in New York City, I love writing about the different areas I find myself in.

I have many New York City locations including posts on Central Park and different parts of Manhattan. As I travel all over Long Island, I capture pictures and write about Feng Shui in a particular place or just about this lovely Island itself.

Several months ago I realized I was getting emails from people I don't know. They would ask me about a particular place in a post I'd written or for further information. I didn't think much of it as I answered the Emails except that I realized that Consumers WERE reading my posts....and obviously enjoying them.

Late one night when I was signing off the computer for the night, I went to check my emails and had one from someone who was quite upset. She asked me if they were tearing down the Jones Beach Water Tower, one of Long Island's beautiful monuments.

Jones Beach Water Tower, Wantagh Long Island New York

I was shocked. I knew they were restoring the Water Tower at Jones Beach but certainly not tearing it down! We have little enough left of Long Island now. I went online to research it and did in fact find a blog that said it was being demolished as the costs were too high to repair it.

Fortunately, I have a friend at Newsday, our lovely Long Island Newspaper. I've written about Newsday before and decided to email my friend....nothing gets by him! If they're tearing down the Water Tower, HE would know.

He answered me right away; he hadn't heard anything about it and I hadn't either prior to the email. I wrote this person back to give her the information when it dawned on me that after all this time (and all these posts) about Long Island, I had become the "Local Expert."

My blog Growing up Levittown Growing Up Levittown New York: The Way it WAS by Feng Shui Consultant Carole Provenzale got the most responses in my emails. It seems that many people were fortunate enough to grow up on Long Island and had a ‘Levittown NY' life and it brought back so many fond memories. They were kind enough to take the time to write me and thank me!

I thought back to the many other questions I've received over the years relating to Long Island, New York that I'd answered without giving them a second thought. If you write about your Local Areas and post them to Localism, you WILL be found.

You'll also be thought of as the "GO TO" person for further information. You'll become the LOCAL EXPERT. That's priceless!

Oh, about the Water Tower at Jones Beach: They are restoring it. The top is off because of the extensive repairs it require but it is NOT being dismantled. (When YOU become the Local Expert, check your facts : )

Have any Questions about Long Island New York? I work in both Nassau and Suffolk Counties and you're welcome to email me anytime!

I'm a LOT happier then she is : )

http://www.LongIslandFengShui.com

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*Carole Provenzale is the Founder of Feng Shui Long Island & NY est. in 1997. As a Certified Feng Shui Expert she provides on Site Feng Shui Consultations for Long Island NY for Homes, Businesses, Retail and New Construction. She is also available for pre-inspection of a New Residence and Blessings Ceremonies.

Laura Cerrano is a Certified Feng Shui Consultant for New York City NYC and Queens NY. She also consults in the Tri State Area.

Real Estate Agents: Tell Buyers the TRUTH!! by Feng Shui Long Island NY Consultant

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:40:58 -0600

Real Estate Agents: Tell Buyers the TRUTH! by Feng Shui Long Island NY Consultant

Yes, it's a mini rant....or maybe not so mini.. I DO know it's only a few percentage of Real Estate Agents that do this but you may be wasting your OWN time!

I've now seen several properties listed on the MLS. After finding out I WAS allowed to attend Open Houses, I've gone to a few. All of them found on the MLS and every one of them need to clarify things. In other words, BE HONEST!!

If there's no Open House I have to call my Real Estate Agent who then has to make contacts and appointments and has offered to even pick me up and take me to the listing. Here is some of what I've seen in the short time I've been looking to buy a home on Long Island:

Move Right In: The ‘Move Right In' house. We've all seen these listings. You expect to find the home in pretty good condition, right? Except you notice that the roof is falling down...and the carpet they put upstairs (including in the bathroom) has an uneven floor underneath. None of the doors upstairs open OR close because the carpet is too thick. Who do I move in with, a Roofer AND a plumber? Or should I find someone who does floors?

Mrs. Clean Lives Here: I'm NOT kidding, I saw a home listed this way with only a few pictures. Not only does Mrs. Clean NOT live there, I don't even think she VISITS. My feet stuck to the floor....especially in the kitchen while I was trying to figure out what the brown stuff on the walls were.

Mint, Immaculate: I had to ask what type of floors were underneath the clothes and furniture. I also noticed I had the exact same pots and pans but mine weren't in the sink.

Park Like Grounds: It was a beautiful backyard. The only problem is that the parkway was right behind it. RIGHT behind it. That's a deal breaker for me. It is a good thing I didn't go by the picture on the MLS anyway because it had snow on the ground.

Just Bring a Paintbrush: I have no problem bringing not only a Paintbrush but an actual Painter. Problem was the walls were down (although laying neatly by the side of the house). This listing DID have an element of truth: Walls can go up or down....YOU decide. I decided to buy a house with walls.

As a buyer, this is what I'd love to see on the MLS: An accurate description which includes the Good and the not so Good. I'd know before hand if it's a property I'd even consider. This would not only save ME time but it would certainly save my Realtor HER time. Sellers: Clean up...we DO notice!

It's tough enough working with two Feng Shui Consultants in buying a new home on Long Island NY! I'm surprised my Realtor is working with me (although she knows and believes in Feng Shui). Maybe, just MAYBE we could all save some time by being honest.

Long Island Feng Shui Consultations by Carole Provenzale http://www.FengShuiLI.com

Manhattan -- New York City -- NYC Feng Shui Consultant Laura Cerrano: http://www.ManhattanFengShui.com

New York Feng Shui and Missed Opportunities by Long Island NY Feng Shui Consultant

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 19:02:04 -0600

New York City Feng Shui and Missed Opportunities by Feng Shui Long Island NY Consultant

Everything comes into our lives for a reason. Oftentimes, when we are not at our best energetically or otherwise, we won't take a second look at something that is coming our way. We're not up to it, we figure and without much thought, we'll just turn away from it, decline (with thanks) and think nothing more of it. We may be missing the boat here. Instead of saying no, think it through.

When opportunities come knocking, it is wise to be there to answer the door. While some don't appear to be anything particularly interesting or even inviting, based on the fact that you are working with the laws of attraction, it is always wise to look into something without just turning it down.

Investigate it further. Things most certainly are not always what they appear. In our hurried, sometimes scattered lives, we often don't stop to think things through well enough to make an informed decision.

Oftentimes, as well, a seemingly "rational" decision may not come to you. These are truly the times to go with your instincts; we have all access to these wonderful instincts, our "gut" feelings, but unfortunately fail to follow them.

No one ever knows where the next door will lead or the next bump in the road will take us. Wonderful opportunities we may have looked right passed may have also caused us to miss meeting a certain person, a lost business connection or an activity we may well have enjoyed.

Ask yourself if you are unconsciously putting up barriers. We have to be in the state of "allowance" to invite everything into our lives. Knowing that they are there for a reason might be a tool in determining your ultimate decision. How can you know what to do when you simply don't KNOW what to do? Here are some ideas that might help you along.

Some people meditate regularly, others not at all. Meditation is nothing more then a deep state of reaction, when you are not thinking of anything at all and have nothing inside to "clutter" your head and confuse an already overworked brain. Instead of trying so hard to focus on an answer to a dilemma we are facing, try allowing the answer to just come to you.

Another way to accomplish this is to think about the issue just before bedtime. And then let it go for the night. Whoever said you shouldn't make a big decision without sleeping on it was 100% correct.

Taking a walk can clear your head as well. Spending time outdoors with nature for some of us is a state of allowing thoughts, decisions and energy to just flow. Since we are connected to everything by energy, the outdoor energy of plants and tress, birds and animals is essential to our well being.

Also, remember to pray. If your thoughts are focused, your intentions clear and mindful, it doesn't matter who or what you choose to pray to. There is a power in prayer and also a releasing of things to a higher power that will help you find your answers and your direction; you won't have to worry about a possible missed opportunity again.

Long Island NY Feng Shui Consultant Carole Provenzale http://www.LongIslandFengShui.com

NYC and Queens NY Feng Shui Consultant Laura Cerrano http://www.FengShuiManhattan.com

Feng Shui in New York: Let's Talk about the FORM School by NYC Feng Shui Consultants

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 19:59:37 -0600

Feng Shui in New York...Let's Talk about The FORM School! By NYC Feng Shui Long Island & NY Consultants

There are so many methods of Feng Shui used not only in New York City and Long Island NY but around the World. It's our theory that the more schools of thought of Feng Shui we are familiar with as Feng Shui Consultants, the more we can help our clients.

One of the earliest methods of Feng Shui was called The Form School. It was originally used for placement of ancestors in their final resting places. The Chinese believed that the direction in which a loved one was buried was very important and it would have an impact on them and their lives.

We often think of being "backed up" in life. A Mountain at your back for protection and Water in the Front was considered proper placement in good Feng Shui. The water, like a gently rolling stream would bring in Good Energy and the Mountain would keep you backed up.

As a New York and Long Island Feng Shui Consultants, we still use these methods in our NY Feng Shui Consultations. An example of this can be seen here in a Feng Shui Business Laura Cerrano and I recently set up: Omni Martial Arts in Queens New York

Feng Shui NY Queens Business...Omni Martial Arts New York

It is often the reason we suggest a small Water Feature by the Front Door such as a small Water Fountain...it is believed to drive good energy into our spaces including Feng Shui Businesses.

Here's a photo of a New Feng Shui New Construction project based right here on Long Island New York:

Creating Moutains for a new Feng Shui Long Island Business

For Feng Shui Principles at Home or at Work, see what's backing YOU up. Pictures of strength or accomplishments should be behind you. Adding water by the Front Door will help you accomplish some of the methods of the Form School of Feng Shui.

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NYC and Queens Feng Shui Consultant

Laura Cerrano is a Certified Feng Shui Consultant for New York City NYC and Queens NY. She also consults in the Tri State Area.

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Hoarders of Long Island New York -- Can you use some FREE Help?

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 20:53:09 -0600

Hoarders of Long Island New York...Can you use some FREE Help?

Hoarding is becoming a more serious problem on Long Island NY. There are many people who have such a difficult time letting go of objects that they begin to clutter their home. These items are usually saved because they "may be needed at another time" or a person or persons feels some kind of connection to them.

There is a certain amount of ‘safety' in keeping things around. Unfortunately, it is an issue that often becomes out of control. Their items begin to take over their lives. There is often shame and guilt associated with the Hoarding of objects. Hoarders may stop inviting people over and often feel hopeless and helpless.

As New York Feng Shui consultants we have worked with several Hoarders. I would like to say I've had success with all of them but I haven't. I can explain things from a Feng Shui Perspective as in the case of one lovely Long Island couple who called us in to help "organize."

In Feng Shui, Energy RISES. The energy of things stored in a basement will affect you in a number of ways, even if you are on another level. Also think of what is "hanging over your head" with storage in the attic. This can keep you stuck in life as many Long Island NY hoarders feel.

Before we could organize, I had to help them learn to part with items they believed to be treasured. In every room it was difficult to walk and their beautiful young son could not invite his friends over. As we went from room to room we were able to explain the damaging effects from a Feng Shui Perspective.

Finally, we got some boxes out of the car. Carefully we went through just one small part of the home....the Dining Room table and chairs. They hadn't been able to eat a meal there in as long as they could remember. Sorting through the objects on the table and chairs we were able to discard some things. Others we put in a "donation" box and the remaining items we kept but put away.

This inspired this Long Island family to stop hoarding and begin to clean up and let go. I'd receive frequent updates about their progress from them and I was delighted. Hoarding is a sensitive issue but there IS help.

Cleaning one SMALL area can make a huge difference in getting clutter under control. This Long Island family felt the difference immediately and it inspired them to keep cleaning up and out!

Recently, Laura Cerrano of http://FengShuiManhattan.com received an inquiry from a news station who would like to team up and offer their services as well to a person or family on Long Island NY who has been hoarding or unable to let go of things. In addition to Feng Shui for this Long Island home, there will be 10 additional days of organizational assistance.

Further, in order to keep your home clean and organized additional free help will be provided as follow up services. There is absolutely no charge for all of the services and you will be treated with the utmost care and respect.

Any family or individual on Long Island that has been finding themselves buried in "clutter" or hoarding objects is welcome to contact us for these free services. You will begin to live a new life and will learn about Feng Shui, Organizing and a safe and happy household.

For further information, please contact New York Feng Shui Consultant Laura Cerrano at (516) 528-3843 or email FengShuiLI@aol.com. All contacts are confidential.

New York Feng Shui Consultants Carole Provenzale and Laura Cerrano are a mother/daughter Feng Shui Consulting team available for on site Feng Shui/Design Consultations on Long Island, New York City - Manhattan - Queens, NY and the Tri State Area. For further information please visit http://www.FengShuiLI.com

The Ups and Downs of Buying a Long Island NY Home...This isn't easy for NYC Feng Shui Consultants!

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 18:49:59 -0600

The Ups and Downs of Buying a Long Island NY Home.....This isn't for NYC Feng Shui Consultants!

After being on the fence so long about whether or not to purchase a different home on Long Island NY, it was a huge relief in itself to have made the decision to go ahead with it. I'm thrilled and now I actually can't wait!

THIS is why my buyer's are calling for some Feng Shui to help get their home sold. I'm probably feeling every emotion a homeowner who has been looking to buy (and sell) has felt at one time or another.

It's been 30 years since I moved last; while searching for a new home last time my ex and I decided to look at a home that didn't meet our qualifications. It didn't even come close except it was in a neighborhood we both loved.

It had only 3 bedrooms and one bathroom while we were looking to move up and expand. And I fell in love with it the minute I walked in the door. Long before I became a Feng Shui Consultant on Long Island & New York I had decided that quite often, "your" home finds YOU.

Looking back, I realized that home had good Feng Shui. There's no mistaking the feeling anymore. It felt loved and it HAD been. The previous owners did not want to leave but had recently had a "new addition" and they'd outgrown the space.

I'm SURE I was a pain to my realtor back then. One particular disagreement was that we were having a Party in the house just after we'd put it on the market. My realtor was very understanding and said she wouldn't show the house that day.

Prior to working with Feng Shui I remember thinking "What BETTER time to show a home?" When people are there, energized and laughing and having a wonderful time. We batted this back and forth but she finally agreed to bring her BEST prospects during the party.

It goes against Real Estate "Laws" from what I've read here on Activerain. Don't have the homeowner present (goodness knows some pretty stupid things can come out of someone who is selling). Our realtor and the prospects walked into a warm feeling, the smell of the bar be que going and many "good energy" vibes from people. It was one Happy House!

We got two offers the following morning. One was a qualifying offer, not much lower then our asking price! And now, knowing what I know as I prepare my home for the market I am still wondering what to do. Vacate-or throw one FUN party....

If I go with the Party, you're all invited!

http://www.LongIslandFengShui.com Carole Provenzale

http://www.FengShuiManhattan.com Laura Cerrano

Certified Feng Shui Consultants for Long Island, Queens County and New York City - Manhattan by Carole Provenzale and Laura Cerrano,

NYC Feng Shui consultations available on site for Homes, Restaurants, Condos and Apartments, Businesses, Corporations and New Construction.

Using Feng Shui to Correctly Prepare Your Home for Sale

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:45:19 -0600

If you're not already a member, we welcome you to join the Group Feng Shui for Real Estate. Bob and Carolin Benjamin started this group last year and membership is always growing.

So are ever increasing numbers of wonderful bloggers who know and work with the lovely Art of Feng Shui!

Lately I have seen wonderful posts by Candice Donofrio and others who put up sone wonderful blogs.

This one is by Kate Case. If you don't know Kate, it might be time to meet her.

Here she gives you some wonderful ways to Sell Your Listing using Feng Shui!

Via Kate Case ~ Kate's Home Staging ~ RESA ~ ASHSR ~ NJ NAR Affiliate (Kates Home Staging and Redesign):

Using Feng Shui to attract more potential home buyers is a fantastic idea. When you start to look at the Feng Shui recommendations, you will see that some of them are identical to what you may be doing already to prepare your client's homes for sale. Feng Shui does recommend de-cluttering, depersonalizing, cleaning, repairing, and then implementing the 5 elements (water, wood, fire, earth, and metal).

Here is a Feng Shui 5 Element Cheat Sheet for preparing your homes for sale:

Elements

Colors

Objects to Use

Shape

Water

Blue

Black

Mirrors

Glass

Wavy lines

Wood

Green

Wood Furniture

Hard wood floors

Columns

Vertical growing plants

Fire

Red

Candles

Fireplace

Triangle

Earth

Yellow

Orange

Brown

Brick

Stone

Square

Metal

White

Gray

Silver

Gold

Lamps

Appliances

Circle

Each element needs to be represented in every room but not equally in every room. In the United Stated, most rooms tend to be dominated by the wood element and are missing the fire element. An element should be brought into a room to increase balance. The fire element can be brought into a room through the additional of a red pillow.

The goal of Feng Shui is to make sure chi or energy flows smoothly. This is very important if you are trying to sell your home. By using Feng Shui we want to attract the potential buyer from the external curb and once they are inside the home we want them to feel so comfortable they want to stay. Feng Shui considers all five senses and wanting to create an emotional response to the home's environment from the potential buyer. The walk from your car to the front door is also very important and needs to be maintained. During this timeframe we are aiming to capture the buyer's interest in the property and the front door (mouth of chi) should be a dramatic focal point. Great colors to paint a front door are black or dark brown, this will definitely draw the buyer's eye in to the front door. The welcome mat should be a semi-circle on the outside of the home. Once inside, the entry way is the most important room since a buyer will decide in under a minute on whether or not they will buy your home. The entry way is also the last part of the home the potential buyers will see. It is always a good idea to have a mirror in the entry way (but pay close attention to what is being reflected, do not point it towards the door) and no sharp furniture pointing towards the front door.

Using a Baqua Map and aligning it with the home's front door will help you identify the various centers of your room.

Wealth/Prosperity

Fame

Marriage/Relationships

Family

Health

Creativity/Children

Wisdom

Career

Helpful People/Travel

Approximately 75-80% of the home's front door will enter through the Career center. The Helpful People room will be the room most buyer's go into after the front door. The Wealth center definitely needs a tall green vertical plant. Your business cards should go into the Career center. In the Marriage/Relationships center you need to show pairs, it could be pairs of decorative pillows or even pairs of lights on either side of the bed. According the Feng Shui there really is no good place for a bathroom, so please leave the toilet lids closed and the door to the bathroom closed. Remove all your personal items from view also. A mirror facing a bed is also not recommended in Feng Shui, it possible you should eliminate any mirrors in the master bedroom.

To sell your home quickly, you need to address the Wealth, Fame, Marriage, Career, and Relationship areas of your home.

- Kate

Kate's Home Staging and Redesign now sells semi-custom window coverings at discount prices. Our window coverings include roman shades, Levolor and Dynasty blinds, faux wood blinds, bamboo blinds, woven wood blinds, cornices, valances, sheers, and drapes. Our roman shades can be ordered in 100% pure silk, linen, cotton, or designer fabric. We also offer Benjamin Moore color consultations and test color boards, interior decorating, home staging, and redesign. Please visit http://www.kateshomestaging.com for more info or call 845-538-3623. All window covering appointments include a free 30 minute design consultation for the same room. We serve Passaic County and Bergen County of New Jersey and Rockland County and Orange County of New York, basically the lower Hudson Valley. We are an affiliate member of the Passaic County of Realtors, a member of RESA, ASHSR.

It's Restaurant Week on Long Island New York! by Feng Shui Long Island

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 23:03:06 -0600

It's RESTAURANT WEEK on Long Island New York! by Feng Shui Long Island Consultant

Finally, Restaurant Week has come to Long Island NY. I love Restaurant week here as it allows me to go back to some of my Favorite Restaurants across Long Island and try some new ones I haven't been to yet!

One of my favorite things about being a Feng Shui Consultant on Long Island NY is that I get to travel all over lovely Long Island. I often stop and eat in Local Restaurants after a Feng Shui Consultation.

You'll find price fix dinners at some wonderful places. I've got my favorites and a few I haven't tried yet that I'm looking forward to. These are my favorites:

Babylon Carriage House   Babylon Long Island is a wonderful town and this place has Charm.

Grasso's Cold Spring Harbor NY   Grasso's is a delight...so is Cold Spring Harbor!

Butterfields Restaurant Hauppauge NY I haven't tried Butterfields yet....

Jonathan's Ristorante Huntington NY An Institution on Huntington, my favorite Long Island Town

Mamma Lombardi's Holbrook NY Weddings and catering parties and one GOOD Restaurant!

P.J. Lobster House Port Jefferson NY I'm often in Port Jefferson, it's so lovely. Aside from Danford's (which is not on the list), this is one of my favorite places to eat.

The Country House Stony Brook NY I heard a rumor this place is haunted...I just found great food near a wonderful village.

The Carltun East Meadow Long Island Located right in Salisbury Eisenhower Park.

City Café Garden City Long Island NY Really interesting dishes in this place, the menu changes.

Hemingway's American Bar and Grill   Wantagh NY   Right on Wantagh Avenue. I've been going to this place as long as I can remember and the food is consistently good!

Fisherman's Catch Restaurant Point Lookout NY This is right on the water. I haven't tried it yet, it's another place I would love to try!

Call ahead for seating and dates that may be blocked off. Just don't miss Restaurant Week on Lovely Long Island NY.

http://LongIslandFengShui.com

Long Island New York Feng Shui Consultants

**Carole Provenzale has been a New York Feng Shui Consultant since 1997 and is the Founder of Feng Shui Long Island & New York. On Site Feng Shui Consultations provided for New York City (Manhattan), Queens and all of Long Island for Homes, Apartments, Businesses, Corporations, Renovations and New Construction.

For Feng Shui in New York City: http://www.FengShuiManhattan.com for Laura Cerrano NY Feng Shui Consultant

Michael Jackson "This is IT" : -- A Review by Feng Shui Long Island & New York

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 07:16:23 -0500

Michael Jackson ‘This is It' -- A Review by Feng Shui Long Island & New York

We went to see the last live taping of Michael Jackson-"This is It!" I won't hide the fact that I am quite prejudiced, having been a fan of his for as long as I can remember.

I have always thought the King Of Pop deserved his name and the fame that followed. I thought he was an absolutely brilliant singer, songwriter and performer. His dancing always made me wish I could move like that and his creativity stunned me at times.

The movie was so respectfully done and shows other sides of Michael Jackson that I hadn't known. He has a knowledge about every single part of putting together a production-the RIGHT way. He is, for the most part, quiet, soft spoken and always polite to others while he encourages those he works with.

At one point he says to his guitarist "This is YOUR time to shine, don't hold back." At another he honors all of his brothers by name as well as his parents and tells them he loves them. In one of the songs he gets so carried away with singing it, he forgets to "conserve" his voice for the actual concerts.

For me, there are certain people who I will never forget and their deaths have impacted me more then I would have imagined. Princess Diana and John Lennon were two and now Michael Jackson. I noticed that ALL of them showed us their true selves and tried to help others.

If you are a Michael Jackson fan, you will love these final scenes of him doing what he does best-performing. It will make you sad that we have lost such talent so early in his life. I can't begin to think of the beautiful music we will never hear. We will probably never see such talent again in our lifetimes.

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Feng Shui in Long Island New York -- Beautiful Port Washington New York

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 22:00:18 -0500

Feng Shui in Long Island NY -- Beautiful Port Washington New York

For those of you who have ever visited Long Island New York, I hope you got to stop and see the beautiful town of Port Washington in the Town of Hempstead NY.

Port Washington Long Island NY Settled 1644

As a New York Feng Shui Consultant I have had the privilege of doing Feng Shui Consultations in both Homes, Condos and Businesses in Pt. Washington. Yet when I think of this place, one Feng Shui consultation always comes back to me. I couldn't help my client as hard as I tried.

Quaint little shops in Pt. Washington Long Island

I arrived a few minutes early at "Linda's" lovely Long Island Condo. They appeared from the outside to be very well kept and had large windows which I knew would allow in a lot of natural light. I had very different expectations when I entered my client's Condo.

Lovely Long Island--Pt. Washington NY

The shades were drawn and every room of this lovely condo was stacked high with everything from clothes to old newspapers to empty boxes. I wondered what had gone so wrong in her life that this lovely, accomplished woman was living like this.

Walk alont Manhasset Bay in Long Island New York

In talking to her, she told me she had brought her Floor Plans to another Feng Shui Consultant. Her Consultant looked at the floor plans, did some calculations and told "Linda" that she would never do well in her place. She was told to move. That had been about two years prior but she didn't have the resources.

The Old Ferry in Pt. Washington Long Island NY

These were devastating words and I was shocked to hear that someone would give a Feng Shui Client this type of information. Feng Shui Consultants live by Intention or what is commonly thought of "The Law of Attraction." There are NO circumstances we can't change and Feng Shui knows no boundaries.

Manhasset Bay Walk Long Island New York

"Linda" had given up. She no longer worked, cleaned or took care of her environment and unfortunately she will never know the strength of Good Feng Shui. The power of words can help, inspire or motivate. They can also ruin a life.

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New York City -- Art? Skyscraper? Wordless Wednesday by Feng Shui New York Consultant Carole Provenzale

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:03:31 -0500

It's not like I'm not used to seeing unusual things in New York City. In fact, I kind of expect them. This one facinated me and I was going to ask what is it--until I realized I wasn't sure what it was.

If I were looking for a VERY LARGE Feng Shui object, I would know it's Metal. But is it ART of a take off of another building that I haven't identified.

Where IS Mitchel Hall when you need him? He knows everything about New York City. Everything! This New York Feng Shui Consultant is left to wonder............

Up Close and Personal.......

That didn't help either....One more try:

Which doesn't explain WHERE in New York City we saw this.......or what it is.

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New York Feng Shui Consultations provided on site for Homes, Apartments and Condos, Businesses, Offices, Real Estate Agents, Buyers, Corporations and New Construction. Feng Shui Long Island & New York is a Full Service Feng Shui/Design Consultation Center. Please also visit Laura Cerrano in NYC at http://www.FengShuiManhattan.com

Feng Shui in Provincetown and Cape Cod

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 21:07:26 -0500

Feng Shui in Provincetown & Cape Cod

Sometimes it's not the journey, sometimes it truly is the destination. For two New York Feng Shui Consultants Provincetown brought some insights that we wouldn't have seen.

The Café Edwige, our first stop that day shows you that this incredible restaurant truly has excellent Feng Shui Principles.

The color Red is the Auspicious color in Feng Shui and stimulates the appetite. Fresh, lush plants enliven the place with new Energy and can be a symbol for Wealth in ALL areas.

You can see the beautiful Wood Carvings and wide open windows to "Let the Outside IN."

Dining is a true experience with innovative creations of food. Laura and I both chose Lobster Benedict (this is breakfast!). Truly the best meal we'd had on the entire trip (or since!).

We did some shopping and took a trolley car around PTown. It is one beautiful place on Cape Cod. Beautiful old buildings and some beautiful protected land now grace some areas of Provincetown.

Walking back through town we met and spoke with business owners and locals. Over and over we heard about the interest in Feng Shui there; Laura and I KNEW we'd be coming back next year and there was an interest in Feng Shui Consultations for both their Homes and Businesses.

I remembered a teacher telling me many years ago to find a profession I loved and connect it to another passion of mine. My other passion has always been traveling.

Combining two loves, Feng Shui and Traveling, Laura and I will be providing Feng Shui Consultations on Cape Cod and in Provincetown during specific times next Spring and Summer.

Just MAYBE we were meant to go. From the rainbow to the butterfly something was surely pulling us up there. This time it was the destination; next time it will again be the Journey.

Oh, and in case you didn't know: This is a picture taken from our Motel. It shows the Monument in Provincetown where the Mayflower Pilgrims originally landed. They did not land in Plymouth, MA, they landed in Provincetown. It really is time to change the History Books : )

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Provincetown MA -- The Journey Continues by NY Feng Shui Consultants

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 20:45:34 -0500

Provincetown MA -- The Journey Continues by NY Feng Shui Consultants

Walking down Commercial Street in Provincetown is an adventure. We stopped in some stores and spoke to many people there, almost all of which asked where we were from and what we did. We didn't realize that Feng Shui in Provincetown is SO popular it rivals New York. Some business owners asked for cards while others even asked if we had time to do Feng Shui Consultations while we were visiting.

Unfortunately, we didn't. We were on our way to Sal's Restaurant. If you missed a former part of this story (or would like to see more pictures of Provincetown, here's the post: Feng Shui Consultants in Provincetown & Cape Cod

Finally we arrived and stood outside for a moment. I haven't visited Provincetown in 10 years and memories came flooding back. This is the Dock behind Sal's is where my brother lived for a time; right on a Dock in a little Cottage. I remember visiting him there and thinking how much FUN that must be!

Sal's Place in Provincetown MA

The Dock behind Sal's Place with the lovely Cottages

We saw this portrait of Jack, the owner of Sal's and Peter's very good friend. It was so sad to think that he had passed as well. Sometimes it seems to me that the very best people leave this Earth far too soon.

In Loving Memory of Jack

As soon as you enter Sal's Restaurant is where you'll find my brother picture. Almost as if he were there greeting you I felt it was such an HONOR to be acknowledged that way. We didn't stay long, it was time to head back to our room. We were eating at Café Edwige tomorrow morning and had thought of taking a tour the following day. We THOUGHT the adventures for the day were done.

Arriving back in Truro at our lovely Motel (Where we stayed in Room #9 : ) we had noticed a Butterfly Bush outside our door. When we pulled up, I noticed there were no Butterflies. One came from just behind me and landed on the Bush-so close I could touch it. In fact, I did.

Oprah asks at times "What do you know for SURE?" It's always a difficult question for me to answer. I know that Feng Shui WORKS. If I had any doubts before this trip which started with a Rainbow and ended with this Butterfly, I also know those that our love ones are never far.

I know that SIGNS are all around us if we pay attention. Signs that are so powerful they can heal us.

http://www.LongIslandFengShui.com

Feng Shui Consultants in Provincetown & Cape Cod

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 16:46:01 -0500

Feng Shui Consultants in Provincetown

Leaving early the next morning for Provincetown, we arrived on Cape Cod by noon. You can FEEL the difference almost as soon as you arrive on the last stretch of land to Provincetown; the air is different and people seem more relaxed and kinder.

My brother Peter was a "Traveler." He'd lived abroad for a while and had won a full scholarship to some of the best Art Schools in the Country. He'd decided to go to Pratt in New York and spent several years there. Still, when he wasn't in school, he traveled---and on his first visit to Provincetown he made some life changing decisions. I had no idea I would soon be making some life changing decisions myself.

He changed course to become a Chef and when he completed the course, he went up and landed a job at Sal's Restaurant on Commercial Street in Provincetown as their Seafood Chef. He loved his job and the people up there. Provincetown became his home.

We stopped along the way in Wellfleet, Truro and finally made our way to Provincetown. I was going to see an old friend of my brother's who owns a restaurant there named Café Edwige.

She was just locking the restaurant when we arrived and motioned that she was closed. Laura and I just waited until she opened the door. I saw her face go into shock after a minute and she let out a scream before hugging me. I couldn't have imagined a nicer reception!

Owner of Cafe Edwige in Provincetown, MA and very good friend. You can see the Feng Shui she incorporated!

We caught up for a while, talking and reminiscing. She told me that Jack, my brother's boss and very good friend had recently passed and I was so sorry to hear that. They'd become such good friends that my brother was Godfather to his son.

Art in Provincetown, MA

She invited Laura and I to her lovely restaurant the next morning which she had Feng Shui'd herself and done a beautiful job! It seems EVERYONE in Provincetown knows what Feng Shui is and many have used it or are seeking to incorporate it into their homes and businesses.

Commercial Street, Provincetown, MA

Commercial Street, Provincetown MA

Laura talking to some new friends. People in Provincetown have two questions for you: "Where do you come from?" and "What do you do?" Everone we spoke to knew exactly what Feng Shui was. Some had Feng Shui Consultations done while others were interested.

Commercial Street Provincetown MA

She also asked us to stop in the restaurant my brother had worked in. There was a picture in there, she said, of Peter and thought I should go see it. I wasn't sure whether I could but she urged me to go and Laura and I decided to head down to the other end of Commercial Street.........

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Feng Shui Long Island Consultants in New York--What Makes New York City SO Special?

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 20:37:58 -0500

Feng Shui Long Island Consultants in New York...What Makes New York City SO Special?

Feng Shui Consultations on Long Island and Feng Shui Consultations in New York City can be VERY different. The Energy of both places, although not that far apart from each other, is completely different.

Both Laura and I grew up on Long Island and have always loved it. Still, there is a special quality about New York City that is difficult to beat. It is Energy Intensified in New York City while you can still find places of Solitude to relax and restore in Central Park.

We had just completed a Feng Shui Consultation for a new business right on 5^th Avenue on the top floor. Walking outside on the Balcony, the view facing the building was Trump Tower. From the side view you could see St. Patrick's Cathedral. We considered them Auspicious Views but had many suggestions for the new owners.

The prior business had gone under. Inside this spectacular building, there was no LIFE. Everything was white and it was devoid of all Color. The Five Elements were not addressed. We had many recommendations for them including Artwork, placement of desks and the best place for the Conference Room as important decisions would be made in there.

Space Clearings to clear out any former Energy were done as well as Blessings as requested by the owners.

*The owner wished privacy so there are no pictures.

When we left, it had warmed up. It was one of those last days of Summer with beautiful weather and being close to Central Park, we decided on a walk through part of it and then to have lunch.

We were delayed. A crowd was starting to form and we wondered why. There is ALWAYS something going on in New York City and if you're VERY fortunate, you'll be in just the right place at the right time.

A crowd is gathering

It was a photo shoot. A Model was outside posing for a hair commercial. In between the shots, they teased, sprayed, fluffed and shook her hair. I'm SURE she went home with a headache...and at least a full can of hairspray in her hair.

Getting just the RIGHT HAIR.

This is hard work!

Only in New York City do we catch these "sights." Helpful hint: For those that have never been to Manhattan, find your most comfortable pair of sneakers....this is a Walking Town and you won't want to miss a thing :)

PERFECT

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New York City and Long Island Feng Shui Consultants

Before Activerain and Now---A Walk Down Memory Lane

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 22:36:58 -0500

Before Activerain and NOW.....A Walk Down Memory Lane

What can I say about life BEFORE Activerain? There have been so many profound changes since I began my journey here and so many stories I could speak of.

Of course Activerain and blogging have had a huge impact on business and that's wonderful. Still, when I think of this new site I stumbled across in 2006, it was just a SITE I was signing on to; at least, that's what I THOUGHT.

I'd been writing articles on the advice of my webmaster. Some of them, actually, weren't all that bad. Sitting at the computer for long hours with no interaction, though, can become almost tedious. There were days I'd have to force myself to write and it wasn't FUN.

A Google Alert brought me to Activerain. I would normally sign up to sites that were free and allowed me to leave a profile. When I first began to write on Activerain, I automatically assumed people knew what Feng Shui was---and wasn't.

I couldn't have been more wrong.

There were more misconceptions then I'd ever imagined. From some of the mail I got, I realized that people were very misinformed about Feng Shui. There were a few people, though, that read what I wrote. Just a few people that had an interest in it and I realized I'd inherited the "Stubborn" gene from my mother.

I never, ever would have imagined I'd make real friendships...."forever friends" as Jo calls them. I wouldn't have guessed that so many people would travel a road with me over time and help me with their comments and calls. I would have never thought Activerain would have such a profound PERSONAL effect on my life.

It was because of the wonderful members here through their encouragement that I fought a VILLAGE-and won! I shared ups (being found on Activerain and getting a radio spot or a small write up in The New York Times) to the personal trials including the loss of a family member, my mother's dog Avanti.

I have friends I can call and who call me; we CARE about each other. We are there for each other. It's much more the personal aspects that have given me so much more then I've ever dreamed of. I actually can't imagine life without Activerain.

I wrote this post which included adding a new family member as a Direct result of Activerain: My BEST ActiveRain SUCCESS Story: He Had me at Hello : ) I realized when writing this that I never did a follow up.

Pierre came into our lives. He brought my mother's spirit back and gives her a reason to get up in the morning. He's brought joy to ALL of us.....as have the members of Activerain. THIS is life AFTER Activerain:

Pierre...he never leaves his mom.

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**Carole Provenzale has been a New York Feng Shui Consultant since 1997 and is the Founder of Feng Shui Long Island & New York. On Site Feng Shui Consultations provided for New York City (Manhattan), Queens and all of Long Island. http://www.FengShuiManhattan.com for NYC Feng Shui Consultant Laura Cerrano

Elements	Colors	Objects to Use	Shape
Water	Blue Black	Mirrors Glass	Wavy lines
Wood	Green	Wood Furniture Hard wood floors	Columns Vertical growing plants
Fire	Red	Candles Fireplace	Triangle
Earth	Yellow Orange Brown	Brick Stone	Square
Metal	White Gray Silver Gold	Lamps Appliances	Circle

Wealth/Prosperity	Fame	Marriage/Relationships
Family	Health	Creativity/Children
Wisdom	Career	Helpful People/Travel