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Nature Takes Her Time and So Can We

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Home Stager with Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island #888

"Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished." Lao Tzu

 

Some who follow me on Facebook were notified in mid-February of this year, that my beloved pup, Skylar, of 14 years passed away. How he passed, was shocking and very unexpected. 

Since that time, a 'reset' button has been pushed, forcing me to reassess my lifestyle and values. Before that time, I was flying on auto pilot; over extending and exerting myself in various realms of life. Moving forward from this experience of loss, I have made the commitment to really practice being present with all that I do (as often as I can). 

Since embracing this practice of being more present with my daily lifestyle, I've noticed stress levels decrease. Thinking clearly, making sound decisions, improved communication, and peace of mind have been and continue to be notable benefits. 

 

Nature takes her time with each moment, and so can we. 

 

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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. 

 

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JL Boney, III
Coldwell Banker - Columbia, SC
Columbia, SC Real Estate

Life does not happen by mistake. Sorry for your loss.

Mar 13, 2018 12:45 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Laura- I am so sorry for your loss. You know, I think we could all use more "being in the present."

Mar 13, 2018 06:56 PM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Laura, I feel your pain...it is hard to lose a pet, they are family, just like it is hard to lose a parent or two... the picture reminded me of my mother, she used to love that flower I can not even say the name of the flower without crying...Endre

Mar 13, 2018 10:54 PM
Laura Cerrano

I had a fellow hiker share the name with me as I was photographing it. It's a beautiful name. 

Mar 14, 2018 05:49 AM
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

Good point Laura.  I'm getting more patient about some things the older I get.

Mar 14, 2018 05:54 AM
Richard Bazinet /MBA, CRS, ABR
West USA Realty - Scottsdale, AZ
Phoenix Scottsdale. Sellers, Buyers & Relocations

You see, Skylar left you a last legacy. Taking a step back to review your lifestyle and slow down to live and enjoy life. You only live on this earth, once... Enjoy and savor the 'now', the good moments, and the good things available to you. 🧘‍♀️ 🙏

Mar 14, 2018 06:12 AM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good morning Laura. I didn't know of your loss and I am soooooo very very sorry. I can certainly relate. No beloved companion can ever be replaced but I do  hope in time you can honor your beloved by saving another who wouldn't make it without you.

Mar 14, 2018 06:29 AM
Jason Boone
Duke Warner Realty - Bend, OR
Principal Broker, CRIS, RENE, SRS, PSA

Hi Laura, so sorry for your loss.  I wish you the best through the healing process.  Cheers!

Mar 14, 2018 12:06 PM
Debb Janes
Nature As Neighbors - Camas, WA
Put My Love of Nature At Work for You

So sorry about Skylar. It often takes a loss, or an unexpected event to get us to recalibrate. I'm going through it right now with my father. We have hospice here and going through the transition as he passes on conjures up many philosophical feelings and thoughts. 

Mar 17, 2018 07:32 AM