The meaning of ‘Solstice’ is ‘sun standing still’ and honouring the sun twice per year is a pre-Christian custom that was celebrated throughout the American and European continents. In the northern hemisphere, the summer solstice was a time to give Read more…
In your home, your taste and preferences trump that of all others—including interior designers. However, if you are feeling stuck in any way and genuinely would like some helpful advice, then an interior designer is the person to ask. An Read more…
As an interior designer, I follow—and sometimes salivate over—home décor trends as much as any other interiors enthusiast. And I don’t think trends are a bad thing at all. They help us evolve the looks of our home. And when Read more…
In modern times, May 1st has been officially deemed to be the feast of Bealtaine. However, the precise date falls halfway between the Spring Equinox and the Summer Solstice. This year Bealtaine technically falls on May 5th, so you still Read more…
In astrology, the Spring Equinox is the actual ‘new year,’ which makes complete sense to me. I, for one, always feel much more inclined to shake things up in my life in springtime than in the darkest depths of winter Read more…
Or at least bring you some peace. Resolving conflict is part and parcel of human relationships. And often, it requires us to shift our energy a little. “We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we Read more…
Many ancient traditions applied sacred space practices to purify the energy of our homes. In the modern western world, though, Feng Shui is possibly the better-known system. And it can be relatively simple to apply — if we don’t get too bogged Read more…
Misconstrued kindness, not so much. February 17th is Random Acts of Kindness Day. That’s kind of cool. And also sad. We shouldn’t really need such a day. Being kind should be part of our daily experience. Not just for the benefit Read more…
The Hallmark holiday that is Valentine’s Day may make ‘Love’ appear to be an exclusive club. With membership reserved for those with a romantic partner. This is precisely why the day can be one of the loneliest days of the Read more…
I have developed an interest in astrology in recent years, but I don’t pretend to fully understand its intricate complexities. I have learned, though, to pay attention to the over-arching themes. And I do my best to be mindful of Read more…