Clarity

Sometimes it is nice when you have moments where you see things more clearly.

Plants Clean the Air

Plants are not only beautiful to look at and a wonderful addition to a room, but did you know that they actually clean the air? Studies have found that certain plants are particuarly effective at removing harmful gases and cleaning the air indoors. Flowers such as chrysanthemums and gerbera daisies are particuarly effective at removing benzene. Other effective plants are dracenas, ferns, palms, and spider plants. Peace lilies are also very good.

Balance

I am fascinated by the Yin and Yang. Two opposite sides; fire and water, sun and moon, male and female. Balance seems like an extremely reoccuring theme.

Gardenias

I have to say, gardenias are one of my favorite flowers. They are not only beautiful, but they smell absolutely wonderful! If you haven't had the opportunity yet to see and smell gardenia flowers, please do so; they are absolutely wonderful!

Trees

Trees are beautiful. I've always been fascinated by them. What are your favorite trees?

What do you do to treat yourself?

We live in a society that arguably insists that there is an intrinsic need to serve others, but I have one question. How in the world are you supposed to serve anyone unless you get your own situation fixed first? I really want to make the point of loving oneself first. Sure, everyone says that they love themselves, but do they really? It is important to be honest with yourself; admit where you need work, but congratulate yourself where you've done well. Treat yourself. Have a nice dinner once in a while.

Peaceful Place

Where's your peaceful place? Where do you go where you know you can count on a serene place where nobody will bother you. I think we all need these in our lives. For me, I go to a park near me where there are no paved trails, no people really, just total peace. The question is: where is YOUR peaceful place?