Astral Health

Raked sand, particularly white raked sand (shirakawasuna) is a component of authentic Japanese gardens. Raking sand dates back to the Shinto religion when sand was sprinkle on the ground after it was cleared of trees and bushes to appease earth spirits. This is why historical Shinto shrines are often surrounded by a simple rectangle of white sand appears among the architectural structures.

 
The raking of sand is also a tradition ssociated with the divine ancestry of the Imperial family. In Japan, vast expanses of white sand are located in front of important palace buildings such as the Imperial Palace in Kyoto.

 
Aside from its sacred or royal association, sand was also used to simulate rivers or the sea with the marks in the sand representing waves and currents.

 
Sand is an essential component of a dry landscape garden. HoweverIt can also be used to enhance any Japanese garden style. Miniature dry gardens are not uncommon in large wet traditional Japanese gardens and are revered as much as a piece of fine art.

 
Peace Be Still  Sam

The prosperity drawing powers of the gemstone Peridot are often greatly overlooked. This bright green gem, which is also known as olivine or chrysolite, is rarer but much less expensive than buying the king of all welath drawing stones - the emerald.  Peridots come from Pakistan, Australia, The Red Sea, Hawaii and Arizona.

The peridot is thought to supercharge the atmosphere and your aura with propserity consciousness. It opens you up and makes you more willing to receive so it is a good stone to wear to work. In addition this semi-precious stone dispels fear and negative energy and aligns your heart with your will so your wealth comes to you as the result of good actions and deeds.

 Peace Be Still SAM

The first time I saw a chunk of orange calcite I fell in love with it.  It looks just like a juicy bright slab  of fruit and is a very rare color for calcite. The energies this stone radiates are very healing and at the same time energizing.

Calcite in general is good for the nerves and especially good for taking away the negative vibrations of visitors or clients.  It is the ideal stone for nurses, babysitters and caregivers to carry in their pockets.

In addition this stone can help enhance both your love life and your business. Placed in the bedroom it activates the second chakra and increases the sex drive. Place in the office it enhances your creativity and your ability to find work that you love to do.

Peace Be Still  SAM