Cecil Lee

Dear Chan, I1. I believe this concept leans towards modernity and common sense, particularly in a contemporary household where the kitchen, despite the abundance of electrical appliances, stands out as a crucial element, such as the stove. Therefore, the kitchen poses the highest risk of a fire starting. 2. It is common knowledge that in the event of a fire, it is likely to spread to the upper level, intensifying the heat on the ceiling shared with the floor above. 2.1. To mitigate this risk, it is advisable to either minimize cooking in the kitchen or ensure that all flammable items are stored safely. 2.2. Additionally, the installation of smoke detectors, especially on the ground level, can provide added safety measures. 2.3. In Singapore, ACE, a US hardware departmental store at Novena Square, offers various models of smoke detectors. [Added: Is ACE still in existence in 2024?] 3. Similarly, in modern Feng Shui practices, it is recommended that children do not sleep on the wall opposite the kitchen due to the fear of a potential fire outbreak. 3.1. For houses on the ground level, investing in technologies like smoke detectors can offer additional protection. 4. A tragic incident in Singapore involved a second homeowner who had renovated his kitchen cabinets. 4.1. During the renovation process, a carpenter unknowingly drilled screw holes near concealed gas pipes behind the wall, leading to a gas leak. 5. Consequently, the leaked gas caused the death of the second owner's son, who was in the adjacent room. 6. I would like to express my sincere apologies if this account has caused any distress. 6.1. This real-life incident resulted in a verdict of 'misadventure,' with the carpenter facing fines. 7. The father of the deceased son expressed understanding and did not blame the carpenter, as he witnessed the carpenter's immediate emotional response after the tragic incident. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Mari, First of all, thanks very much for providing all the detailed information. And also, you did a great job sketching a most colourful and informative sketch! 1. In your home/office: a. You should only activate mountain stars at the ground level (and not second storey) for a landed property. b. I have outlined the two `squares' that you can activate your home with the Mountain star. These locations are the West and South-West. If you still require any further questions, feel free to let me know. Thank you again for your thoughfulness and much effort! Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Chan, Is it possible to attach a simple sketch preferably: 1. The layout plan (it can be a rough one) 2. A sketch of the `bigger' picture i.e. the plot of land in relation to the location of the fire station; roads, neigbhouring houses etc.. In my opinion, it is best to understand the above, properly before I can comment further. (For Para 2, if not a sketch, perhaps can elaborate more about): How high is the property you intend to purchase, where is the ^ `pointed' roof shape `pointed to'. How high is the fire station. What is the distance between it and your house (is there any road between) and whether are there plants / trees in the house compound? If there is a road is this a major road? And what other buildings/houses are to the left / right/ front and back of the house. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Judy, Thanks for the picture of the layout plan. 1. Yes, you can use an ordinary compass. 2. In the past, I had investigated many years back the `long houses' especially in parts of East Malaysia. These long houses, even when they were made of wood had unusual compass readings where the readings internally vary in different compartments. 3. I hope you don't mind if you can: 3.1 Go to a barren land or an open space near to your home. And take a compass reading perhaps from different areas. (Becareful of some open space as it may be littered with (hidden) such as thrown away metal etc... 3.2 Goto the different "compartment" and take the compass reading to check if they are the same or have changed. If possible, take down the reading and let me know. 4. This is because, for such `long houses' taking the centrepoint - may differ from ordinary houses. Apologies, do take your time to find it out and let me know. Also, if you can briefly describe the `scene' at the front, back and side of your property/house. Warmest Regards, Cecil Lee

For those who are `thirsty' to find out more of Feng Shui, we should use a sensible approach. The term coined is " The three-step approach to understanding Feng Shui " In particular, if a concept or theory is being put forth to us: Step 1: Find out "What is Purpose of this concept/theory? " Step 2: What are it's stengths's. Step 3: What are it's weaknesses. If we follow the above three easy steps, I feel that you are on your way to have a solid grounding in Feng Shui. Anyway, let's look at it this way, many of the concepts in Feng Shui is based on commonsense. And the above is as easy as 1,2 and 3... In my opinion, I have always tried to take the above approach to learn and continue to learn and apply Feng Shui. Learning is always continous and as this site has to do with Applied Feng Shui, it is all the more crucial to use these three easy steps to approach an answer or a question. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Anon, 1. Please refer to an earlier reply (under this same conference): Free Advice (General Topics) My reply to this question "What is activate? How to activate " 1/11/2002 2. My advise is to find out: 2.1 What is the PURPOSE of each concept or theory 2.2 What are it's weakness and strengths? If one is aware of these two questions, one would be able to understand better the various concepts. 3. The Eight Aspirations/Life Associations concept. 3.1 Purpose?: It is to understand that each Gua (Kua) or each trigram is associated with a `life association'. Such as the Gua tigram at North is associated with `Career'. 3.2 What is it's strengths? Unfortunately, it's strength is to make many book authors rich. And equally, perhaps make thos selling products for `you and me' to enhance a sector - at our expense. This is also the origin for which Lin Yun (Black Hat Sect) , "developed", in my opinion, a marketing ploy of using fixed template. 3.3 It's weakness: Because it is so simple to understand, it works both ways: The People who perpertuate this concept: "I can easily set up a business - and start playing with human being's GREED. The Consumer "Yeah, I am constantly always looking for easy ways to make MONEY". The saying goes: "Greed begets Greed" 4. We have always caution people that even in the report generated to be cautions when using this tool as it is considered TOO GENERAL to be of use to everyone. Contrast this to the Eight House Theory. Although it is `static' form of Compass School Feng Shui at least, it is personalised to a person's YEAR of birth. 5. Therefore, if one is new to Feng Shui, I recommend you look thru some of the various past questions and find out more of: Eight House Theory Flying Star Theory And ask the same questions: 1. What is the Purpose? 2. What is it's strength and weakness. It is good for you to do some homework here. If still need a response afterwards, do let me know so that, I further elaborate on your question. For now, I feel that it is time for you to do some work (first). Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Judy, Thanks for your email. If you can draw a sketch and upload it to this forum, it would be great, as it would help understand what you had written below so that it can be related properly. If possible, if a second sketch could be given - with a sketch or brief descrption (first) of what is the back, next to or infront of your home - and any other details such as the elevation of your plot vis-a-vis the neighours. Ideally, we look at the landscape, site and home. And these three should be related. For landscape, it is harder because one has to be physically present. The next best alternative for looking at questions such as yours is at the minimum level the site and the home. Warmest Regards, Cecil Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Anon, 1. Before we discuss on the subject " what and how to activate "; it is good to understand or start trying to have a `solid foundation ' of Feng Shui. 2. The question often asked is " with so much information available out there, how am I to know whether it is the truth or some commercialised stuff ". 3. In my opinion, if it is a site or any site that purports to say that they use authentic Feng Shui: 3.1. If one has a doubt as to what was said, ask for a clarification. From the clarification, we can have a feel or guage the response. And perhaps form our own opinion. 3.2. Under Para 3.1, this can be `tested' most of the time. An authentic Feng Shui Master, has the Five Elements concepts at the `back of their hands'. 4. And if you ask them a question, they will always (try) to relate it to the Five Elements Concept. If certain concepts cannot be related to the Five elements concept then, they would relate it to a higher level " The Yin and Yang concept ". 5. This is because not all theories or concepts is easily related to the Five Elements Concept. But much easier related to the Yin and Yang concept. 6. For those who are new and eager to learn more (thirsty) for Feng Shui, should keep this in mind: 6.1. What is the purpose of this concept or theory? 6.2. What are it's strengths and weakness. 7. The rationale for having this open thoughts is then, that one becomes better at understanding authentic Feng Shui. And if you know better, and if you talk to a less knowledgeable " Feng Shui Master ", you then know that he/she may not be that `good' afterall. 8. Here, the caution is: " Not all Feng Shui practitioners are `created' equal ". There are many people out there who call themselves MASTER or The KING or other names. But, in the essence this is misleading. This title, I feel should instead be given by people. Not the other way around. 9. Lets get back to your question: What and How to activate. Again, we should find out: a. What is the PURPOSE of the Eight House theory? b. What are its strengths and weakness? 10. The Eight House Theory, belongs to one of the two Compass Schools of Feng Shui: The Eight House and Flying Star Theory. For example, Yap Cheng Hai uses this two theories in their FS audit (together with Shapes and Form). In my opinion, many of their practitioners do not use Ba Zi Feng Shui. 11. In general The Eight House Theory or East/West Four theories is more to find out how suitable a house is to a person. And to take advantage of sitting positions favourable to you or spent more time at these sectors. 12. Thus, if you do not spent time there, it is difficult to `activate' the sector. The rationale is because this Theory is `static'. It does not take into consideration time dimension (unlike Flying Star. In addition, one of it's weakness is that it cannot be related to the lowest common denominator i.e. The Five Element concepts. 13. In order to activate: How to and what to: in authentic Feng Shui WE MUST, know what element and strength is at a sector and then we can then use an appropriate `cure' to activiate. 14. Therefore, without knowing the appropriate element and strength, I have instead to ask you a question " HOW TO? ". Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Anil, 1. For the sector, if it is out of balance, then #5 and #2 should be cured. Before this, it is looking at the three Mountain #, Water # and Base # together. 2. Applying the concept of " If one cannot see it; it no longer becomes a threat ". In such a situation, you may want to use e.g. day curtain to solve the problem. But if you prefer to open the curtain; one good remedy is the use of Two forks: Please see the attached illustration below. (Note: for those who participate thru this forum using mailing list, you may have to log in to the forum to view this graphic as all attachments are not sent thru the mailing list option.) On your window sill, you can place two forks aimed at your neighbour's `offending' spiral staircase to control it. In the illustration, it is called `Golden fork' but if you cannot find a gold or brass or nickel plated fork (ordinary desert fork) then use a stainless steel one. (Do not use any `cheap' plastic disposable fork. Note: the fork (metal) is used to control the spiral staircase and not to `destroy' it i.e. for those who look at the Destructive Cycle (ref: http://www.geomancy.net/resources/theories/fs-5element.htm ) Fire is the element that destroys metal. But, do not paint the spoon red in this case. The pointed edge of the two forks (will help) to stabalise the circular staircase. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Ben, Yes, you are being very pratical in the approach i.e. when applying the Grand Duke Theory, apply it when doing minor renovations. I do agree with you that if one is doing a major renovation, it can still be done. However, it is preferred that: 1. all members of the family move out of the house Many Chinese: 2. choose an auspicious date for the start of the renovation and also once the renovation is completed, choose another good date to `move in' again. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Wasis, 1. You asked a very interesting question. 2. For those who have studied Management subjects: the term " Situational Approach " or " It Depends ". What this means is that it is felt that not two cases are the same. We have to depend on the situation and each situation may vary. Please see below:- To cure #5, #2, #4 and #5; the MOST EFFECTIVE cure is BIG METAL. For #5, (STRONG METAL) it is a " bad, bad boy" and the best cure is to use a 6 rod, metal windchime. For #3, (STRONG WOOD) it is also highly recommended to use the constant chime 6 rod wind chime (symbolically) to `hammer' it like akin to constantly smashing it. Similarily, moving metal such as 6 rod metal wind chime or the `tick-tock' of a brass grand father clock does the "trick". Caution Here!: For those who want to go and use a Grand father clock. Do not go out and buy those " cheap " imitation clocks which has e.g. a plastic pendulum (sprayed painted in gold or metallic gold colour). What makes it `tick' and act as a "constant hammer" is the real metal e.g. brass moving parts. For #4 or #2, it is still important to use BIG METAL. But this BIG METAL SHOULD not be moving as: Certain #2 needs "quietness" to cure else, one may be inviting law suits or quarrels etc.. The rationale for using Big Metal (not moving) for #4 and #2 is that Big metal, is needed to "neutralise" them. But after they have been "neutralise" them, since you have already conquered #4, #2; why continue to conquer them. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Wendy, 1. In my opinion, it is too general to say that since the door is at SW, we should paint it according to the colour. 2. In THEORY or technically speaking, you can do that. 3. But the question here is what do one try to achieve? 4. In many questions asked, Thank God!, that nowadays, many users no longer ask me this one line question like: Where is my wealth sector? Which I do not reply to at all. 5. This is very relevant to the above question. If we use the Five Elements concept to explain wealth. 6. Under the Five Elements concept, wealth is created using the Destructive Cycle:- Reference: http://www.geomancy.net/resources/theories/fs-5element.htm Where under the destructive sequence, Earth (SW) should use Water instead to produce wealth. CAUTION: This is a general statement and one should not read this and quickly go out and buy a can of blue paint. It has to be related to one's Ba Zi eg. one's personal element and strength also and the surrounding! I 7. Another example is that since Singapore is generally located in the South of Singapore; and since south is represented by the Fire element, if we cannot find a colour or not sure which colour to paint; we should instead paint our main door White. Why use the colour " White ". The rationale is because, if we look at the destructive sequence; White = Metal element. 8. To produce WEALTH, a South (Fire) element can take advantage of METAL. Where Fire is used to destroy METAL to create wealth. 9. In my opinon, it is more important for the colour of the entire door, first. The gate is secondary. 10. For your question on a 5 rod, metal wind chime, please refer to (today's message: under this same conference: Free Advice (General Topics) - my reply to "The use of Wood chime. 11. I know that everyone wants to enhance themselves but the caution is " a too little knowlege is a dangerous thing! ". Authentic Feng Shui, takes much effort, and involves looking at Ba Zi, Compass Schools and a whole lot of analysis. Let's not play with Fast Food Feng shui. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear All, 1. I have often been asked the question: My new home/apartment was built on land that was used to be a burial site. Is this inauspicious? In my opinion, I would say " It depends ". Here are some of my thoughts on this: a. If you are staying in Singapore; in the past, many of the sites chosen for burial of loved ones are the choicest sites in Singapore! Here, there is an inherent belief that when one bury's one's ancestors in good sites; it will bring forth goodluck to the decendants of the dead. b. If you are staying in any other country which has Chinese cemeteries, most likely it has been feng shuied many (many years) back and these sites should be excellent Feng Shui sites. c. In Singapore, such sites are like the land opposite Tangs Shopping Centre. By the way this building uses the Castle Gate concept for its Feng Shui. At a high point it was very successful. As the owners were Christians, in the past, they do not even open on Sundays. But for those who are staying in Singapore, look what it is today! Having to open on Sundays and desparately trying to keep its bottom line. One day, I let you know why, this has changed. Clue: It has to do with other new building(s) that " clash " with it under the Five Elements Concept. Sorry, for the side track, other excellent sites such as Bishan, has now one of the most expensive " Housing Development Board " flat resale values also. This land was also formerly a burial grown. d. However, in order for the land to be auspicious for future use; the exhumation has to be done `correctly' and also no single grave must not be left behind the land. Warmest Regards, Cecil Lee

Dear Donna, Apologise, but if you can provide a rough sketch which includes: 1. Location of : main gate; from the gate to the main entrance. Or photo (nice to have) 2. Where is the main door and a sketch of the outline of the house and what is on each side and back of the house. I hope u can understand that no two homes may be similar and I personally feel, the more the detail provided, the better it is to have a better understanding of your situation. Warmest Regards, Cecil Lee

Dear Kieren, Thanks for bring up this interesting question. 1. In traditional Feng Shui cures, what is used instead is a 6 hollow rod, metal wind chime. For example which is made of brass. 2. Therefore, it would not be correct to use a 5 rod metal wind chime. 3. This can simply be explained (applying) the Five Elements Concept: 3.1 In the case of a 5 rod metal wind chime, this is not the correct type of wind chime to use (if we had located a #5 or #5 yellow). Since the number 5 is already representing the earth element. 5 representing Earth should not be used to neutralise earth. It is like throwing earth to earth or "ashes to ashes." 3.2 The appropriate cure then is to use 6 rod metal wind chimes. Here the number 6 represents = Big Metal Where Metal (Big) is used to destroy 5 Yellow or 3 killings. This is the effective cure. 4. Why then should we not introduce a 5 rod Wood chime is not appropriate. This is because 5 again represents Earth element. 5. If we intent or insists on using Wood chime than, in theory, we should use a 3 rod Wood chime. 6. Where the number 3 refers to Big Wood. Here, in theory Big Wood should be used instead. 7. However, if one appreciates Flying Star Feng Shui; #3 is not exactly an auspicious star. 8. And chances are, introducing such a wind chime may cause or aggrevate the situation further. 9. In fact, many times, sectors or several sectors may have problems relating to #3. Therefore, the probability is pretty high or rather a high coincidence of aggrevating the situation. Contrast this with a Metal cure. While a metal cure #7 is too small (where #7 = small metal). Big Metal - or 6 metal is the BEST cure as it is considered as " The Mother of all cures ". Don't be mistaken that I am glorying metal but, if one knows Flying Star, it is the element to cure: Bad Earth #5, #2 and Bad Wood #3 and #4. 10. My serious concern is that in a Flying Star chart, it would be `littered' with #3 and #4 in various sectors. Worse still if unfortuantely, it is concentrated at one sector such as #3 #4 #3 11. And one uses a 3 rod Wind Chime (Big Wood), one would have a `hell of a nightmare'. Sometimes even into calamity or death occuring. Most of the good stars are metal stars, and if one properly enhances them with water, this would bring prosperity. In my opinion, (generally) we should not use YIN (still/unmoving) water. We should instead use more vibrant water positions. Therefore, for me, I am not in-favour of using still water. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear All, The Tropica, Singapore Case Study of Applied Feng Shui in action at the Tropica Condominium. URL: http://www.geomancy.net/review/tropica/index.htm 1. The above condominium is a good example of macro Feng Shui. 2. Feng Shui is not just about our little `private' corner i.e. for those staying in an apartment; but rather the bigger picture also of the landscape, the site and the apartment blocks. 3. Some sites also take advantage of what we refer to as the beneficial effects of "negative ions" to our health. For example in the above case study, the water course at the frontage of this condominum project has a river that flows from auspiciously from west to east to Sungei Bedok. 4. The horseshoe effect is similar to YIN Feng Shui or Feng Shui for the dead where a burial grave is often shaped in a horseshoe where the back is elevated. Warmest Regards, Cecil Lee by Cecil Lee, Centre for Applied Feng Shui Research, Geomany.net 14 October 2000

Dear Mina, 1. I hope I understand your question, correctly, if not please clarify again - Thanks. 2. For those who are born in 11 Feb, 1972, they are considered born under the period 15 Jan 1972 to 2 Feb 1973 which is the Year of the Water-Rat 3. Therefore, for those born on 11 Feb 1972, will be considered as having born in the Year of Water-Rat (1972). 4. Only those who were born say on 1 January 1972 to 14 January 1972 should not consider themselves as born in the " Year 1972 " for purposes of Gua (Kua) calculation but rather they should consider themselves as born in the " Year 1971 ". 5. Similarly, those who were born on 1 January 1973 to 1 February 1973, will be considered as born under the " Year 1972 ". 6. In the past, if a person `picks' up a book especially on Chinese Astrology, one may simply see the Year of Birth being quoted as reference material. 7. In such a situation, for those who are born in January or February of any year, should try and confirm whether they are considered as born under that year or the previous year. 8. If the book(s) has taken into consideration the start and end date of each (Lunar Year) than, one can safely say that their correct Year chart has been taken care of. 9. The rationale for this is that authentic Chinese calculations are always based on a common denominator i.e. the Lunar Calendar. This is the most accurate means of analysis. Warmest Regards, Cecil Lee

Dear All, 1. What is the Castle Gate Theory? In my opinion, I consider this a `potent' form of Feng Shui. It is considered a theory on the `offensive'. 2. Description Basically, it is tilting a building (ideally) 45 degrees to the road or if this may not be possible; then, tilting the main door directions 45 degrees instead. As the word `Castle' suggests; it has also has water. Therefore in order for it work, water (not still water) is used here. Water at the frontage must be moving e.g. a fountain to activate the `castle' effect. 3. For those who are familar with Shapes and Form Feng Shui is that this type of `formation' can be potent because: 3.1. in such a situation, most likely if ever, the main entrance can (never) have sha qi such as a lone lamp post slicing into it. 3.2. The edge of the building itself becomes the Sha Qi of any other poor buildings `facing' it. As it's sharp edge now becomes a poison arrow for other buildings. Warmest Regards, Cecil Lee

Dear Ben, 1. Yes, in the Year of the Horse (Water-Horse) which will be (soon) i.e. begining on 12 February 2002 (First Day of Chinese New Year) to to 31 Jan 2003. 2. On 12 February 2002 onwards till 31 Jan 2003, if one wants to do a renovation it is best to avoid both the compass direction North and South sectors. 3. Why South? It is considered that the planet Jupiter is at the South. (Jupiter is considered the largest planet in our solar system) and therefore, it is felt that it has the most magnetic force. The Grand Duke is actually (the planet Jupiter). 4. Since the Grand Duke or romanised Mandrain called " Tai Sui " is said to be at this location. 5. In such a situation, it is best not to `distrub' him during the Year of Horse. More importantly, do not paint (touch him) or `move earth' i.e. renovate (disturb) him from 12 Feb 2002 onwards until 31 January 2003. 6. Why North? This is based on the Chinese Astrology. 7. According to the Chinese Astrology and by looking at this graphic (attached: grandduke.gif ) you will find that the animal signs : HORSE and RAT are directly opposite each other. These two animal signs are directly inconflict. 8. In Chinese Astrology predictions, this is considered a bad year for those born in the Year of the Rat. Source: http://www.geomancy.net/resources/yearly-forecast/forecast-2002.htm 9. The rationale for the `clash' is because: 1. Horse is an animal sign that is the Fire element or SOUTH. 2. While RAT belongs to the Water element or NORTH. 10. This is a CLASH of Water and Fire element. Thus, it is best (strongly recommended) to delay renovation at NORTH and SOUTH in the Year of the Horse. Warmest Regards, Cecil Lee

Date: 9 January 2001 Place: Hotel New Otani Singapore 1. We caught up with one of our past students: Mr Madan L. Seda who was on a holiday in Singapore with his wife. 2. Mr Madan is a Feng Shui Consultant in London, UK. He can be reached at http://www.Fengshui2000.co.uk 3. I found Mr Madan, to be very keen in his quest to find out more to keep himself updated with Feng Shui and other divinity practises. If you are in London or around London and need help, do contact him. I am sure, he will do his utmost best to help you. 4. Attached picture: From Left to Right: Robert Lee, Cecil Lee and Mr Madan (Picture available in the forum - not mailing list) We wish Mr & Mrs Madan and his family, All the Best! Warmest Regards, Cecil Lee

Dear Gerry, Thank you for raising a pertinent question, particularly for new users in this forum. 1. It is traditionally beneficial to comprehend why the Chinese utilize the compass with TOP representing the South and BOTTOM representing the North. 2. Upon closer examination, it is evident that China is situated in the Northern Hemisphere, where the majority of mountain ranges are located in the North. 3. For those who have visited Beijing, the capital of China, it is common to observe that many houses have their windows and main doors oriented towards the South. Furthermore, the absence of windows on the North side is attributed to the dusty storms of 'yellow' dust that sweep in from that direction. 4. You can explore the concept of the Four Symbolic Animals at the following link: http://www.geomancy.net/resources/theories/fs-four.htm 5. There, you will find an image depicting a 'tortoise' hill (North) and a Bird (South) - a South Facing House. (The Bird is actually a Phoenix.) Alternatively, you may click on the attachment included with this message (accessible only to those logged into the forum). Filename: bird.gif 6. At Geomancy.net, all our resources are grounded in the conventional compass, which aligns North with South. Given that the conventional compass is widely accessible globally, we have ensured that all our resources are applicable to users internationally who utilize the standard compass. 7. I believe that when utilizing any resources, it is essential to thoroughly read the entire material. For instance, if we are following a step-by-step guide from a book, we should adhere to the author's recommendations throughout. It would be unwise to read one book partially and then seek advice from another source, as no two methodologies may align. Warmest Regards, Cecil Lee

Dear Sor Lan, 1. What you had mentioned is a popular practise by the Cantonese dialect group. This popularity is based on the belief as what you had mentioned; that a mirror used in the hope that it can reflect `double' the luck. 2. We can (on a less scientific level) base it on feelings. However, if one uses more scientific methods such as The Flying Star Fen g Shui, where one uses it to determine if a sector is auspicious or not. If it is inauspicious, then, it is strongly felt that one should not place a mirror at that sector or we may inadvertenly bounce back twice the bad luck. Warmest Regards, Cecil Lee

Dear Anon Please see attached sketch for a better understanding of a poison arrow aimed at the main door. Apologies for the rough sketch. Just look at the concept. Here there are two issues: 1. the narrow corridor where the lift faces the main door. This is Sha Qi and can be cured with two plants placed strategically at the location. 2. I did not properly draw the angle at which the corridor aims at the main door but if it does it is a poison arrow. Warmest Regards, Cecil Lee

Dear Anon, 1. If you have a sketch it would help greatly especially if some of the recent new Housing Flats that I had audited may have a narrow corridor leading to an `angled' house. However, please read further and if none of what I mentioned below applies, then, it may not be an issue here. For example, this house has it's door tilted facing the lift and the corridor railing points towards the main entrance door. In such a situation, then, this can be considered bad sha qi and should be corrected. 2. It also depends on the distance between the flat and the lift. The further the better. Normally, if your main door is parallel to the lift door and if you stand at the main door facing outwards; if there is no poison arrows in the form of: a. A single object e.g. lamp post visible slicing the road (for a low level flat e.g. 2nd level). or b. the corridor angled towards your door. If none of the above, then, you do not need to do any corrections. Warmest Regards, Cecil Lee

Dear Anon, 1. The word "Hai" refers to the term " Water " 2. If it is a dragon, the word behind the sculpture should instead be " LONG " or dragon 3. For the word " SU " Chinese characters or words close to it. So, here, it can mean many things. What is the relationship of the Serpent and Dragon in Chinese beliefs? It is said that in Chinese folk lore, after 500 years of exisitence a SEA SERPENT transform and becomes a SCALY Dragon. Another transformation is after 1000 years when this SCALY Dragon becomes a horned Dragon. Again after another 1000 years, it becomes a Dragon with wings. In my opinion, your figure has this saying: "Encourage one to be diligent" *JOKE* Not sure, if this is an implication for you! When you next meet your family member - *JOKE* Do ask him/her - Are u trying to encourage me to be more hardworking? Huh? You can perhaps - tease your relative about it. But do remember ...Erh.. Don't EVER quote my name! *JOKE* This is like imitating the Serpent who is striving to become a Dragon! Warmest Regards, Cecil