Yang Water Dragon

The year of the Yang Water Dragon (Ren Chen) is approaching on January 23 and if you haven't already begun, this is the time for your preparations.  It is customary to complete these tasks before New Year's Day in order to step into the coming year ready for a new beginning.   Here are a few reminders:

• Clean your home and business thoroughly, including basements, garages, porches, attics and storage rooms
• Wash windows, paint, clean filters and drains, dust and clear your clutter
• Organize files, closets, drawers, calendars and schedules
• Clean out refrigerators and pantries and only put back the foods you want to eat
• Replace, repair or remove anything that is broken (especially clocks and watches)
• Remove your hanging crystals and soak them in a solution of sea salt and water Then place them in the sun for a few hours to absorb yang energy.  Restring with new red ribbon and rehang
• If you have an altar in your home, clean and re-state your intentions for the coming year
• Pay your debts and balance all accounts
• Clean and oil the hinges on your front door
• Reconcile any disputes you may have
• Replace your front door mat 
• Get a haircut
• Clean and optimize your computer files and drives

Stay tuned for more information on the Yang Water Dragon and what it may hold in store for you.  It promises a busy and productive year with lots of unexpected happenings, so prepare to hold on and enjoy the ride! 

Wishing you good ch'i,

Diane Gallin, CFSC