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Who's NOT Reading Activerain? by Feng Shui Long Island & New York

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Home Stager with Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island #888

I used to ask the question of "Who is Reading Activerain."  That was a long time ago when a reporter from the New York Times called me about an interview from a COMMENT I had made to a post here on Activerain.  Now I ask the question "Who ISN'T reading Activerain?"

No matter whether my posts are to the public or members only, I get a large amount of emails related to my posts, oftentimes with specific questions about something Feng Shui related.  In dealing with my own home restoration project, it wasn't long ago that I put up a members only question for some help on Color Choices for my bedroom.  So many people responded and I thank them all for their help (and, btw, I had chosen a color called Pink Amoire by Benjamin Moore when my restoration artist decided to prime the bedroom with a pink HE had chosen.  It's much "pinker" and brighter then I would have chosen but I actually like it! 

My recent post about the Village of Farmingdale and the flooding I had sustained has turned up two people that took the time to email me who had also had damage done from the same issue Village of Farmingdale Long Island New York--A must read for a resident of Farmingdale New York  It will be nice to be backed at the next meeting.

A recent post on Feng Shui and pets brought out all kinds of questions about specific pets and what can be done for them from a Feng Shui viewpoint.  Feng Shui and Pets--Pure Fire Energy by Feng Shui Long Island & New York City  I answer as many questions as I can possibly get to because I hope it helps people.

When I posted about help from my Stager Friends regarding Color Choices for my OWN home, I received this email---and wish I had known!  I thought I would share it in case some people, like myself, get stuck on a project.  (This is printed with full permission of the owner).

Color Feng Shui Long Island & New York Consultant

"I don't know if you are aware of our company www.myperfectcolor.com  
we offer a sample size can in every color from any brand.  This tool 
is especially useful to make sure you can find and test a wide variety 
of colors.  We use Benjamin Moore to make all the colors across such 
brands as Ralph Lauren, Martha Stewart, Sherwin William etc.   Please 
check it out I think you will like it ad if you ever need to try us 
out let me know and we can send you a free sample.

p.s. if you like a color we make them lighter or darker also"


Dana Shaw
dana@myperfectcolor.com

Thank you, Dana!  I wish I had gotten it sooner but it's wonderful to share with anyone else who didn't know about it!

Copyrighted by Carole Provenzale, Feng Shui Long Island "Who's NOT Reading Activerain?"

Carole Provenzale & Laura Cerrano own and operate Feng Shui Long Island New York, a full Feng Shui Consulting firm providing Feng Shui Consultations for Homes, Offices, Businesses, Corporations, Renovations, Pre-Purchase and New Construction.  Established in 1997 Feng Shui Long Island & New York provides on site Feng Shui Consultations for all of Long Island, New York City and Queens and Feng Shui Distance Consultations are also available.

Please visit:  http://www.FengShuiLI.com

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Laura Cerrano is a second-generation Certified New York City Feng Shui Consultant Expert. As a full-time Feng Shui consultant, Laura provides bicoastal consultations and workshops for residential, commercial, real estate developments, Fortune 500 companies and healing faculties. In addition, Laura is a resident teacher at the Metropolitan Institute of Design in Syosset, NY. She has been featured in highly respected publications and TV networks such as Bravo's "Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen," PBS, CBC Television, BBC Radio and The New York Times. 

 

Comments(13)

Gary Woltal
Keller Williams Realty - Flower Mound, TX
Assoc. Broker Realtor SFR Dallas Ft. Worth

Carole, it was pointed out to me that many people ARE indeed reading what we write even if they don't comment. When you finally strike a chord with them they either comment to you or email you on the side. I am so happy it is working well for you. Your example here in the Rain is the best for all of us.

Aug 22, 2008 10:14 AM
Jo-Anne Smith
Oakville, ON

hi Carole,

I'm often surprised by some of the emails I receive also....such a wide variety of folks find our articles and what we say strikes cords with so many.

I'm very glad to hear that some other residents have come forth and will back you at the next meeting...keep on keeping on!!! I think eventually the municipality will have to make restitution for some of the damage they've caused.

Jo

Aug 22, 2008 10:42 AM
Fernando Rosado
West Palm Beach, FL
561-906-0050 or 561-840-8950

Carole ~ This is so true!!! Everyones reading. I read a lot of posts specially because Im always looking to improve how I Blog. I mean I 13 months ago I had no idea what a blog was ! funny but true. But by reading others blogs I educate myself on different styles. I owe most of my business to ActiveRain...so yes I agree ......."Who ISN'T reading Activerain?"    Great topic Carole!

Aug 22, 2008 11:10 AM
Celeste "SALLY" Cheeseman
Liberty Homes - Mililani, HI
(RA) AHWD CRS ePRO OAHU HAWAII REAL ESTATE

Carole: I just can't wait to get a peek at some of your home (you are going to show some aren't you???) I'm just so happy everything is getting taken care of for mostly ...your health!

Aug 22, 2008 11:21 AM
Cristal Drake
Prudential California Realty - Fullerton, CA
Realtor - Fullerton Real Estate

Hi Carole!  Wow, I wish I would have gotten this sooner!  We are in the middle of paitning and I am SO busy that I didn't even have time to pick the colors.  I get so overwehlmed!  We are in a tight time crunch to move now too.  Who knows how it will look!

Aug 22, 2008 04:34 PM
Maureen Bray Portland OR Home Stager ~ Room Solutions Staging
Room Solutions Staging, Portland OR - Portland, OR
"Staging Consultations that Sell Portland Homes"

Carole -- I'm glad to know that having some red in a home is a good thing.  I have some red items in every main room here just because I love it.  But I'm really happy to hear about pets and Feng Shui.  I always knew that my little pal Darby O'Gill (D.O.G.) brought his own special energy to our space.  Thanks as always for the very helpful info.

Aug 22, 2008 05:24 PM
Carol Smith
Casmi Photography - Mebane, NC

The reason you get the calls is because you are a true professional in your field!  Those folks know who to call to get the real advice.

Thanks for sharing that color site.  Looks like a handy resource!

Aug 22, 2008 05:32 PM
The Somers Team
The Somers Team at KW Philadelphia - Philadelphia, PA
Delivering Real Estate Happiness

Carole,

That is a very powerful thought and post.  You are right... it seems that our writings could be getting a lot of potential readers, from all over.  It is a pretty amazing thought.  I am so glad that we found the community and the outlet to share some of our experiences in the blog world.  It seems that the new member of A/R is growing at a good clip and all of the posts get high google rankings in terms of searches so where it takes us... I dont know, but am excited about it !

Chris Somers - Philadelphia Real Estate

Aug 23, 2008 01:39 AM
Deb Brooks
Brooks Prime Properties Wichita Falls Texas - Wichita Falls, TX

Carole, I can't wait to see more photos! I'll bet it's gorgeous. I like the brighter colors on occasion. I didn't think I would but amazing what life color brings to our homes!

Later in the rain~Deb

Aug 23, 2008 08:47 AM
Laura Cerrano
Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY
Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher

Gary, Thank you, I still continue to be so surprised at the number of people reading!  Going to my email these days can be an adventure :)

Jo, I was thrilled to hear from them as well.  I don't know if it will help but there IS strength in numbers....and that is what we're getting.  The Village has not helped them as well....sigh.

Fernando, It's unbelievable as well where the emails come from---even though most of my posts are for Long Island and New York, they come from all over the U.S.

Sally, I just went there today, I can only show glimpses of it as Newsday may cover it as a Long Island Makeover, a series that they run.  But it is fabulous--I'll share something soon.

Cristal, I sure could have used this site instead of all those trips to the paint store (and all that money wasted!).  I'm glad they were kind enough to email me and at least we have a resource for next time--Good luck with your painting!!

Maureen, I was struck by your pets name and his initials---very creative and cute!  I love the energy my dogs bring into my space (even as they are adjustiing to the new one right now!).

Carol, What Gary said is very true, something you've written strikes a nerve and they mail call or email to ask a question or to hear more about my services.  I take time with people, they need to be completely comfortable with who they hire.

Chris, I started with articles YEARS ago because my webmaster insisted it would help.  Even articles that are years old are still coming up and I am still getting emails and calls from them.  Informative sites like Ezines and Selfgrowth are two of my favorites.

Deb, I am surrounded by color wherever I go, it is just amazing!  There is still a way to go but it honestly (and thankfully) does not look like my house---I love it!

Aug 23, 2008 01:29 PM
Karen Otto
Home Star Staging - Plano, TX
Plano Home Staging, Dallas Home Staging, www.homes

Totally see this happening too.  You can track your "reads" even if they may not result in a comment. And as always, we need to be aware of everything we write because someone is reading it somewhere!

Hope you're well Carole!

Aug 24, 2008 11:00 AM
Terrylynn Fisher
Dudum Real Estate Group - BuyStageSell.com - Walnut Creek, CA
HAFA Certified, EcoBroker, CRS, CSP Realtor, Etc.

Wonderful post.  And so timely.  More and more people need to keep track of what they write and what is written and you've done a great job of doing that and of helping the people you intended to help with your posts.  I always check out what you write, you are interesting and have a take on things that is worth considering but not always obvious for the black and white thinker.  THANKS

Aug 24, 2008 05:28 PM
Christy & Robyn Aiken
Blanchard and Calhoun Real Estate Company - Aiken, SC
Aiken Atlas Team

People certainly are reading! I do love feng shui. I love the way it makes me feel while I am in a room that I have designed with those principles in mind. I did my office at work, and it feels so much more productive now. I even had another agent offer to pay me to help her do her office! I guess whatever energy I have in my office is indeed noticed by others!

Sep 05, 2008 09:23 PM