Cecil Lee

More Happy Lunar New Year 2020 exchanges Last received on 31.1.2020

Well, the greetings keep on coming...

These are the bulk of Chinese New Year 2020 has many Year of the Rat themes...received this year...

Today, physical Chinese New Year greetings sent through the postal service are less popular. Nevertheless, still sold a certain placed. I remembered not too long along, have to purchase and make an effort to pen and post these greeting cards. Most of the time these paper greeting cards were traditional and almost the same designs. Nowadays, Glad to receive lots of customised colourful and meaningful greeting cards. Thus this year, decided to archive some of these cards that were sent to me by friends and mostly customers past and present.

The full sized greetings

Thanks for all you me advise. Japan won the best country of the year award !

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DBS Hong Bao printed Red packets... hmmmm

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Further to what I mentioned: 1. Use of the Eight House (EH) or 4 Good/bad directions is equivalent of taking an X’ray. 2. Holistic Feng Shui is not so simplistic. 2.1 A full Feng Shui audit uses many tools and applications and concepts. 2.2 The result is similar to one undergoing an Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanning. 3. An X’ray is akin to a kindergarten student standard of a black and white and a flat one dimensional view. 3.1 Vs to an MRI. Equivalent to a degree or higher learning standard. 4. Thus what cures one wants or begs for in a kindergarten type review? 5. Thus EH has it’s limitations under the 9th Habit out of a total of 12 habits.

Case Study 1: What is the meaning of Kopar? Oh! It’s simply copper!

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Please ignore this resource of year 2002. This Web Ring is no longer in use today.

Interlude: This is NOT Feng Shui. Do check out this flushed mounted bell.. suitable for One hundred palms residents...

Case Study: From my main door, I have a partial view into the kitchen and TOP hung stainless steel rack. Is this a Feng Shui issue. Fortunately it is just the view of the partial table-TOP. And not especially that of the kitchen stove. Not perfect, but still okay. A simple easy “solution@ is to place something similar to this opaque film. Frankly even if the opacity is 100% no getting away with seeing some shadows... Notice that it is a good idea to leave some gaps for situation awareness from the kitchen: IN SUMMARY In Feng Shui, direct line of sight from the main entrance to the kitchen—especially to the stove—is generally discouraged, as it’s believed to allow energy (Qi) and wealth to escape too easily. However, since your main door only has a partial view into the kitchen and doesn't directly expose the stove, this mitigates much of the negative impact. - **Partial view:** Only the tabletop and a top-hung rack are visible, not the stove, which is the most critical element to keep hidden from direct line of sight. - **Solution:** Using an opaque film is a practical way to obscure the view further. Even though 100% opacity won’t block every shadow, it does significantly reduce direct energy flow and visibility. - **Safety & Awareness:** Strategic gaps in coverage are a thoughtful addition, maintaining both safety and situational awareness in your kitchen without compromising on privacy or Feng Shui principles. Your current configuration is not perfect, but it is very manageable and already avoids the main Feng Shui pitfall (stove visibility). The opaque film is a simple remedy, and allowing some visibility for safety is wise and does not create significant Feng Shui issues. If you ever want to enhance the separation further, you could consider decorative screens or plants to soften the view while maintaining airflow and energy circulation. +++ Besides opaque film, what other solutions are there to address this partial view issue, and what are their pros and cons? Certainly! Here are several alternatives to using opaque film to address the partial view from your main door into the kitchen, along with their pros and cons. ### 1. **Beaded or Fabric Curtain** **Pros:** - Easy to install and affordable. - Comes in many designs/styles to match your décor. - Can be partially drawn, allowing you flexibility. - Softens the view while maintaining airflow. **Cons:** - May not completely block the view, especially with beaded options. - Can accumulate dust/grease in a kitchen setting, requiring regular cleaning. - Might not offer a “permanent” separation. --- ### 2. **Decorative Screen or Partition** **Pros:** - Creates an immediate visual barrier, customizable in materials (wood, metal, fabric, frosted glass). - Can be moved or repositioned as needed. - Adds aesthetic value to the walkway and kitchen boundary. **Cons:** - Takes up some floor space. - Might make the entrance area feel a bit cramped if not positioned carefully. - Higher cost compared to simple film or curtains. --- ### 3. **Tall Indoor Plants** **Pros:** - Offers visual separation while enhancing Feng Shui and indoor air quality. - Brings natural beauty and tranquility to your entry/kitchen space. - Flexible placement. **Cons:** - Requires maintenance (watering, trimming, cleaning fallen leaves). - Not a complete barrier; can only “soften” or partially obscure the view. - Might not suit all decor styles or kitchen locations. --- ### 4. **Half-wall or Counter Extension** **Pros:** - Provides a permanent and sturdy physical barrier. - Can create extra storage (e.g., cabinets under the half-wall). - Effectively blocks the lower part of the view, which is usually most relevant. **Cons:** - More expensive and requires renovation. - Reduces open space; might make the area feel less airy. - Permanent, so not ideal for renters. --- ### 5. **Hanging Shelves or Artwork** **Pros:** - Stylish solution; shelves or wall art can act as a subtle divider. - Allows for decor personalization and additional storage/display space. - Flexible and easy to change. **Cons:** - Only partially obscures the view, depending on placement and design. - Needs secure installation to avoid accidents. --- ### 6. **Sliding Door or Folding Panels** **Pros:** - Can completely block the view when closed. - Flexibility to open or close as needed. - Offers sound and smell isolation from the kitchen. **Cons:** - More costly and requires installation. - May require modification of doorway or adjacent walls. - Not as effective if the kitchen entrance is irregularly shaped. --- If you want tailored recommendations based on your specific layout or decor preferences, feel free to provide more details or photos!

Bad news for frequent hot-pot lovers.. Contains high sodium

Consuming hot pot dishes on tempered glass surfaces Expert have this to say: Source & Credit: