As we are well aware, China is no longer the “sleeping giant”, a term once used by Napoleon. Some prognosticators say that China’s economy may overtake ours as soon as next year, nearly a decade sooner than most believed. China has gone from a society that was firmly rooted in Communism to one where private Continue reading…
Lifestyles by Estelia… Chinese Concepts – Feng Shui Plants
Lifestyles by Estelia… Chinese Concepts – Feng Shui Plants Continuing with my series of exploring Chinese culture and symbols, today’s installment is about decorating your home and/or office with plants feng shui style. Plants are important because they bring Chi, or energy into one’s space. To be good feng shui the plants need to be Continue reading…
Lifestyles by Estelia… Chinese Concepts – Luck Symbols for Your Home
Lifestyles by Estelia… Chinese Concepts – Luck Symbols for Your Home To attract good fortune, spend a new coin on an old friend, Share an old pleasure with a new friend, and Lift up the heart of a true friend by writing his name on the wings of a dragon. Last month I talked Continue reading…
Lifestyles by Estelia…… Chinese Life and Culture – Luck Symbols for Your Home
Lifestyles by Estelia…… Chinese Life and Culture – Luck Symbols for Your Home May you enjoy good fortune as expansive as the Eastern Sea, And longevity as long as the Southern Mountain. Good fortune and positive thoughts are central to all aspects of Chinese life and culture. The Chinese believe that by layering their lives with lucky Continue reading…
