Cecil Lee

Dear Sumtra, Please see below:- This has to be looked at carefully instead of making a quick way to turn the door direction EAST. Usually, other factors such as the birth of the house is analysed prior to changing the main door to the East. As the birth chart of the house will change if the door direction changes. For a weak water person, it is good individually to enhance a weak water person with metal element e.g. gold or white. The next best colour is blue / grey or using water element. Is the bed directly under the toilet area? If the above is the case, where possible, the bed should not be directly under the pipes especially sewerage pipes. Frankly, it is best to avoid this. Puting a red carpet usually does not help here. If there is a light pole and when you stand at the main entrance, and look out, does it slice the main entrance? If it does, you can place two potted plants on each side of the main entrance. Another solution is not to leave the main door open most of the time unless coming and going out of the house. This area, does not come under Feng Shui. Pillars of Destiny does have career analysis. But, this is more on the individual. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Anon, Can you let me know:- 1. Your element and strength 2. Under the current 10 year luck period, what does the report say i.e. the season of strength. If inauspicious period, usually, an assisting element is included in the report. If you can provide me the above, I can look into your case. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Liz, 1. As mountain star suggest, if you own a home that has a few levels, the mountain star should be activated at the ground level of the house rather than at any upper floors. 2. It should not be activated at the ground level and again at the upper levels. 3. To properly activate a mountain star it should preferablly be at the back of the house or at the backdoor area. 3.1 Imagine that the mountain should be protecting the back of the house. 3.2 One should imagine that the frontage or passage ways should always be of clear space. 3.3 If one wants to activate the mountain star, it can still be done, provided it is available and at the wall that does not have a window or the bedroom door. 3.4 Thus, since you mentioned that it is the hallways, in my opinion, mountain star should not be activated here. And in the kitchen, unless it has a door leading to the backyard (or the backdoor), it should also not be activated. 4. It is not advisable to hang a crystal with a string and consider this as activating the mountain star. As the string can easily sway when it is windy, it would not be the right object to use. Preferably, it can be activated e.g. when there is a solid wall behind and it can be placed on a shelf or table at such a location. More neutral objects include e.g. paper weight e.g. a tortise paper weight or other objects that has mass and no wheels. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear XiuMei, 1. Is it possible to upload a sketch of the bedroom and its attached toilet and the proposed wall that you want to knock down. This would help me to understand the layout out better. 2. Usually, it is still acceptable to have an `L' shaped bedroom. Of course, ideally, the room should try to be of rectangular or squarish shape. 3. An `L' shaped room can easily be `cured' by having a partition or a divider (if space provides or that it does not hinder the placement of the King/queen sized bed. 4. An `L' shaped room is in my opinion, acceptable. Sometimes, even if the bedroom is odd shaped, if one makes the effort to e.g. use built in cabinets to `cure' the room to make it `rectangular' is an acceptable practice. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Johnny, In my opinion, two concepts are applied in your case: 1. If it cannot be seen, it no longer becomes a "threat". For example, for a threat, once it cannot be seen it no longer becomes a threat. 2. Although the `water' is not a real threat, the above concept can be applied here. 3. So far, I have yet come across a problem with water beds. 4. Concept 2: Since the water is encased, unlike gases, that evaporates, it would not be considered Sha Qi as those e.g. dangers of underground water i.e. http://www.geomancy.net/fs/under.htm 5. In the case of a fish tank, the water is not covered up and it can evaporate etc... The water is also in full view.. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Rick, 1. Overall, what we are trying to achieve is to increase our LUCK. 2. Feng Shui is about trying to increase our Earth Luck. 3. Feng Shui of the interior is just one aspect or a percentage of the total Earth Luck. 4. Thus, for example, the site and building or home may in certain cases account for say 30 to even 50 percent of the total Earth Luck. 5. In my opinion, the common fallacy of paying homage to a corner e.g. dressing up a corner is but say e.g. 1/8 of the total 8 or 9 sectors that is usually analysed. In more detailed analysis this can go further to 24 sectors etc... 6. Thus, it is like taking an exam. 6.1 If you are asked to answer 4 questions (which is 25 marks x 4 = 100%); if one failed to answer the last question, one may even fail the exam. 7. Another parallel is that we may not even answer the question! 7.1 For example, if the question asks: What is the advantages and disadvantages of Feng Shui cures? And some of us when reading the question focus soley on Feng Shui CURES.. Thus may give an answer such as... The TYPES of Feng Shui cures are ; Wind chimes, crystals, water fountain etc... Here, one can easily get out of point. If we look at the question carefully, it asked about the ADVANTAGES and DISADVANTAGES of Feng Shui cures. NOT, what TYPES of Feng Shui cures there are. 8. Drawing a parallel, placing wind chimes, fountains without relation to proper FS analysis is I feel similar to this. 9. Another aspect is the parallel drawn with Anti-biotics. Nowadays, we hear that some anti-biotics can no longer work because they had been administered too much and has lost its effectiveness. The same parallel can be drawn with FS. Placing wind chimes all over the place can become an overkill. 10. Thus my advise is... proper FS, when applied do not mean spending money on objects in the hope of creating wealth. Nor paying homage to corners or sectors can expect to yield results. 11. Too much of such things may create an imbalance. 12. My personal advise is to go back to ZERO base Feng Shui where one should not use all these objects and restore your home to the original condition. Or consult proper advise. Warmest Regards, Cecil

1. Many would often read that I mentioned about "Quantum Leap ". 2. It is not exactly the physics where one can say e.g. go warp speed into cyberspace... 3. In my personal observation, I would have to use terms like `the likelyhood' of success in the increase of LUCK. 4. In the fields of Chinese astrology, Feng Shui and destiny:- From my personal experience, one may get a Quantum Leap in LUCK in any one of the following or a combination of them:- 4.1 Through the many years of having `read' the Pillars of Destiny of many people, both rich, middle class and the poor (here it is more on the basis of Wealth; Health and Luck); 4.2 I frequently notice (not sure if there is too much a coincidence; those who are extremely `LUCKY' usually have very good e.g. auspicious LUCK Pillars throughout their life. These people even have excellent LUCK pillars close to 70 years old. 4.3 The above are considered with Excellent Pillars of Destiny. Of course, like the Feng Shui of the house forms a small group of LUCKY minorities. 5. The above group of people, will usually enjoy good wealth or blessed with it through such good heaven luck. 6. For them (this group of people), even if their house has average FS; my belief is that, they still can be blessed with good LUCK. In fact, contrary to what I have found; this group of people, are I consider the LUCKIEST people as they and in many instances, have houses that are considered to have GOOD to EXCELLENT Feng Shui. 7. EXCELLENT Feng Shui houses. Here, even if one does not have good Pillars of Destiny (Heaven LUCK), such EXCELLENT houses with excellent Feng Shui can give a Quantum Leap in LUCK to people with AVERAGE to GOOD LUCK PILLARS (Pillars of Destiny). 8. Many of us do not fall into the above category. 9. This is why, I mentioned the concept: that for the average person, with average homes, no matter what you try to do or sad to say: 10. For those who try to squeeze every drop of LUCK out of their house may become a broken person. 11. Spending more money on objects here is like achieving poor marginal utility or like spending $10 to get income of $10.01 cents. Is this worth it? 12. This is why, many who encountered Feng Shui of the `THIRD KIND' i.e.one spends so much but get little in return of Feng Shui. 13. Thus, this is how, some of us can get disappointed with Feng Shui. 14. For those who want to employ a FS practitioner to analyse your home, usually, many of us most likely belong to the average LUCK group and this is what I call: you may not get a Quantum Leap in FS. Or riches does not fall out of the sky.. if a home may be Feng Shuied even by the best of FS practitioners. So is it really worth the while to employ a FS practitioner? You may have to look at this closely... if u are intending to employ one. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Luigi, 1. In my opinion, the mountain star # should be taken into consideration for a more accurate analysis. 2. The reason is because each # be it mountain, water or base is in itself an element (which is either weak or strong). 3. Thus, in Five Elements Analysis, at each sector, mountain #; water # and base # represents each an element and strength. 4. In more detailed Five Elements analysis, there the above three elements are reviewed against each other. 5. Thus, the mountain # does come into the picture i.e. where it interacts with the water # and base #. 6. Thus I feel that in a more thorough analysis, the mountain star should be taken into consideration. This is the approach taken by most Flying Star FS Schools where they evaluate each set of 3 numbers 3 3 4 a. Being strong or weak element b. The interaction of all three elements Can change the equation of balance/imbalance at a sector or even help neutralise a sector. 7. As in the above. Many schools do not evaluate just the water and base number. 8. Here, I believe is question of how much depth one wants to use the Flying Star method. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Anon, Please see below:- 1. It is essential to thoroughly examine the potential risks associated with determining whether the main entrance is located in the South-West or South-East direction. 2. In this context, it is advisable to adhere strictly to a comprehensive methodology. For instance, the guidelines available at http://www.geomancy.net/fs/house1.htm provide a complete set of instructions that can help classify a house as being in the South-East. 3. Numerous alternative methods exist for this purpose. Typically, when utilizing a Luopan, it is employed to assess both the sitting and facing directions of a property. 4. The approach to identifying the center point may vary significantly based on the practitioner's level of expertise. If the center point is determined differently by various practitioners, and if the method for locating the main entrance relies on this point, then the classification of the main door as either South-West or South-East could vary considerably. 5. Additionally, some practitioners may interpret the South-West or South-East as indicative of the 'back door direction,' a concept commonly referenced in the Eight House Theory, which categorizes four favorable and four unfavorable directions. 6. Consequently, it is advisable to follow the detailed instructions provided on the website rather than attempting to derive a conclusion independently, such as determining whether the main door is South-West or South-East. 7. You raise a valid point. Typically, it is only those who strictly adhere to the practice of Feng Shui without incorporating Compass School methods, relying solely on Shapes and Forms, who follow this approach. 8. Alternatively, some may base their practices solely on intuition. In my view, when engaging a professional Feng Shui practitioner, it is essential that they at least consider your year of birth alongside the year of birth of the house. However, this represents merely the minimum standard, and I believe it falls short of what is expected from a competent practitioner. 9. Unless they possess exceptional expertise in Shapes and Forms, their qualifications may still be questionable. I am aware that certain Feng Shui practitioners in Singapore limit their practice to fundamental concepts, such as the Eight House Theory, while integrating it with Shapes and Forms. 10. Given the increasing demand for comprehensive Feng Shui assessments, it is advisable to employ a broader range of tools, with the Flying Star chart and an evaluation of elemental strength being particularly crucial. In summary, seeking a second opinion is advisable primarily in situations involving health concerns or recurring issues, while for matters related to luck, it may not be justifiable if significant improvement is unlikely. Therefore, individuals should carefully assess the necessity and potential benefits of obtaining a second opinion based on their specific circumstances. Warmest Regards, Cecil

For those who have completed the Applied Feng Shui course and had requested for your Certificate in Applied Feng Shui, your certificate has already been sent out by air mail. Date of receipt will depend on the specific country but normally should be within these two weeks. Warmest Regards, Cecil Lee

Dear Anon, To let you have a better understanding:- 1. Yin and Yang Concept As the bedroom is usually a location (meant more for rest). Here, the room should be MORE Yin than Yang. It depends on other factors also:- 1.1 The direction the bedroom is facing. For example if the bed is at locations that is constantly dark, it can do we slightly more Yang. 1.2 For children, their bedroom can be more Yang i.e. musical instruments, toys etc... 1.3 For those who use the room e.g. partially for study and sleep e.g. in a dormitory, it can be made `more yang' in the day time... e.g. allow light to flow into the room and at night say, close the window curtains. 2. Poison Arrows Here, FS practitioners look out especially for poison arrows that can separate a couple. For example, it is bad to have a triangle ventilation port above the bedroom door as it signifies a `split'. 3. Water such as water in the fish tank is considered Yin element and normally, too much water in a room may result being more Yin which is equally no good. FS is about harmony with the environment and it is also about balance. Too much of one thing is no good. There must be a balance. 4. There are other considerations which I did not take into account above, but generally, the above are the MORE important issues for say a bedroom. 5. Other `issues' such as plants or flowers is considered secondary in light of what I mentioned above. However, plants are considered because they are growing, more Yang or add more Yang to a room. 6. In my opinion, for placement of plants or flowers, leavy or thin leaves; it is best for the individual to decide and more importantly feel comfortable with. This should not be because, someone or a practitioner recommends that since this sector is the romance sector, one is required to place it there. This changes the `equation totally' of being `forced' to place it there to achieve an unknown result. 7. More importantly, we should never, become slaves of Feng Shui and observe too many `taboos'. It is best to rank what is really important in FS and forget some other beliefs. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Kaushal, 1. In my opinion, there should be many qualities a good FS consultant should have. 2. I believe many of such good qualities are similar to other "professions". 3. I have to consider FS a profession because it "involves" human lifes. Although it is not in the same league as being a Doctor. But, if wrongly applied, or wrongly `worshipped' it can do harm (both physical and others). 4. Physical as it is a form of metaphysics and in some sense, it can be considered like `playing with nature' or (unnatural). It is left to each of us to decide the degree of effect it has on some of us. 5. I still clearly remember an message that was sent to the feng shui newsgroup sometime back. This person, posted a message saying that his wife, who became interested in " Feng Shui " ... spent money and attention to FS until they are left with no money and ultimately they were divorced. Somehow, it could be that she most likely had to pay for consultation, purchase of e.g. windchimes etc... 6. I believe, that looking back; one good quality of a good FS practitioner is I feel, enjoying it from a hobby persective. 7. Many people, have started out (of course some have failed) some do it very successfully as a hobby and this has grown to their profession. 8. Learning is always never ending and one should also have a good listening ear and understand the purpose of each theory or concept. 9. It is said that great FS Masters of the past learned FS from books (perhaps because of their keen interest --> HOBBY?) and later because of their interest, become better and better. 10. It is always good to apply what you personally feel can work best for MOST people and discard what one feel practices that may give false hope (sometimes this may be good...but in the long run may cause `damage'). 11. It is also equally important to understand your personal self: Are you more mathematical or you "hate" maths (or no affliation to it). Here, for those who are new, should first start to specialise in one area either Shapes and Form or Compass School (Flying Star). It is not like `hot or cold' but one should feel comfortable with an area of specialisation and later improve on the area one feels less inclined with. (I feel that this is a more rounded approach). 12. Another factor is, like an apprentice, one needs to start from somewhere and constantly learn and apply as a month/year goes by... to built up confidence and knowledge. It also includes integrity. There are many more `traits' but I believe, to me the above are most important. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Kayanna, 1. In my opinion, it is not be appropriate to apply `fixed' template Feng Shui to your home. 2. This is because, it is really hard to imagine that a particular sector is our money corner/sector or love/romance sector. 3. It is my believe and many other practitioners of traditional FS (although the methods may vary); not to depend on "paying homage" to sectors or corners. 4. In fact, I believe that if one is lucky to find a good or (reasonably good) house - i.e. with acceptable FS, this is already a plus point. 5. Fixed template " FS " does not take into consideration many of the vertical and horizontal analysis to analyse a house into components:- 5.1. Self - Here, personal Gua or Kua is used to determine how suitable a house is to the person i.e. usually Eight House Theory is used here. Or frequently called the 4 good and 4 bad directions. 5.2. The site and building (Shapes and Form) - Here, locate and neutralise Sha Qi or poison arrows aimed especially towards the main entrance and bedroom windows (if any). - Shapes and Form can be applied to the interior of the home. 5.3 Birth chart of the house (analysis using Flying Star) 5.4 Others include Pillars of Destiny to determine element and strength and the current luck period. Only when a vertical and horizontal analysis is done, can we say whether a house is "in a mess or not". 6. If the above sounds too complicated, usually trusting one's own instincts is usually acceptable and sometimes far (far) better than relying too much on beliefs such as money corner, career corner etc.... Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Felicity, 1. Generally, FS is holistic and maximum benefits is derived when we try to increase a large percentage of our `luck'. 2. FS is only a portion of the large pool of luck. Where FS is on earth luck. Usually, few are fortunate to get a quantum leap in such earth luck unless, everthing or majority of thins is `done right'. 3. But it does not beat a quantum leap in a home where, the house can "create" wealth. These excellent houses are rare. 4. If we do not have such luck (quantum luck) we can only try to:- Neutlise Sha Qi (or poison arrows) and enhance beneifical Qi (which is much lesser than the quantum leap) but it is a start. (Neutralising Sha Qi is to look out for poison arrows and `cure it' and in Flying Star Feng Shui to neutralise sha qi...) 5. Other Chinese disciplines such as Pillars of Destiny (Luck Pillars) are usually analysed in conjuction with the above. 6. Usually home loans are given based on the person's credit and ability to finance the mortgage. Here, it is more an art of credit analysis by the Bank and is difficult to get FS to work directly. Wishing you all the best and hope that you get the finance. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Winters, I believe, that although you are `wood'; consideration should be: 1. If you are a STRONG wood person, this would be beneficial as metal (not just the sliding door) but the entire trailer is more `metal' helps to destroy wood, and neutralises the strong wood. If you are a STRONG wood person, the above is beneficial to you. Here, water element would be beneificial to constantly `replenish' the wood. Water element refers to the colour blue, grey or black of shades of it. However, if you are a weak wood person, you should use more of water element to help increase the wood element. (Here, water element should be "used" more than if you are a strong wood person). Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Carolyn, For painting red colour, it should be the "standard" red as found in the red/blue/green e.g. of TV sets. However, pink, purple can be considered in the spectrum of red colour. Red, is considered the most Yang of the `red' colour while pink or shades of it is considered `less yang' but still represent the fire element. As for pinkish orange, one may have to look closely or get a few persons to comment on the colour... Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Aj, 1. For a dining room table, it should not be placed against a solid wall. 2. This is because, placing such a table would not be good for social interaction of the family members. 3. In the Gua (Kua concept), one can see an arrangement of the various family member's position at the dining table i.e. father, mother, eldest son, youngest son, middle son, eldest daugther, youngest daughter and middle daughter. 4. For the couch it should also be arranged to allow for social interaction. The usual shape is to form a `circle/rectangle' around say the coffee table. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Aj, Usually, poison arrows such as the corner of a table is considered more `important' consideration - to avoid. For bookshelves with books, this can be quite subjective as some of us may not feel the impact. However, if one is concerned with it, one could try to use doors on the bookshelf or covered with cloth (not sure how practical this is). I believe that as you had mentioned that it is above the bed, this should not be an issue as it is not aimed directly at any part of the body.. (on the bed). Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Kaushal, It is good to ask your friend to check with the FS practitioner the rationale for placing a picture of the 6 horse picture on a particular wall. Generally, the picture of the 6 horse can be considered as a decorative and firstly, you must first appreciate the picture (other than I believe to buy one just because your friend has it). The picture should be placed on a wall, where you `feel comfortable' with. Warmest Regards Cecil

Dear Aj, 1. We should try to fit into the environment rather than letting the environment "fit into us." 2. Feng Shui is also about the `commonsense' approach i.e. placement of furniture should be logically feasible. 3. Shapes and Form FS is strongly based on `commonsense'. 4. The Eight House is just but one of the many concepts / theories behind FS. 5. By getting say, full marks for Eight House does not necesssary ensure that we can increase our `Earth Luck'. 6. When we look at each FS theory or concept, we should try to understand: 6.1 Its purpose and objective of its use. 6.2 Its strength and weakness 7. Under the Eight House Theory, we should not only be looking at the main door but also the sleeping locations of each family member. 8. The Eight House Theory is only about personal best directions. It is about the time spent at a location. 9. If one does not spent time at a specific location. 10. Therefore, it can be quite `dangerous' relying solely just one concept alone to assess the house. 11. In some of the earlier messages, the key success factor is an (ELUSIVE) house with Excellent FS that can accumulate wealth for the resident without even using other FS method. Such, elusive houses will provide an instant Quantum Leap in Feng Shui. Here, one need not even struggle with FS yet, live and grow healthy and wealthly. However, for most of us, we may only try to see if we can sweep and clean our house. But since the house is subject to the external environment, take the case of or imagine that we took so much effort to beautiful house. However, this house is at the centre of a slump. Sooner or later, the house would be exposed to Sha Qi, dusts, polluted smell etc... Furthermore, it may be pointless to keep valuables or `luxury' goods. If one is away, the house may be burgled and earthly possessions get stolen. Sorry, for imaging too much. This is just what I feel about only looking inwards or being myopic. This is why, I feel US is not as insular as it was prior to being `forced' to join the Second World War due to the damage done at Pearl Harbour. As countries look outside their borders, Feng Shui is also about looking at the `bigger picture'. Another issue is that it is the believe that there are so many types of LUCK. Feng Shui is only about one part of Earth Luck. Each FS concept, may help us to achieve some or if wrongly believed, give us very little of Earth luck. It is the combination of our various LUCK, that could perhaps make the difference, for different individuals. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Sumtra, 1. Thank you for sharing with all of us your personal experience with your encounter. 2. It also reminded me of a similar situation i.e. in East Malaysia where, there were tribes who lived in "long houses". 3. These long houses are really, really long. And because they are so long, compass directions are difficult to be taken correctly. 4. Some of these tribesmen in the past are head hunters or cannibals. 5. They do display shurken human heads (usually the modern generation) use animal heads such as monkey heads and hang them outside their house. 6. Actually, what you mentioned also has a parallel in Chinese homes. For example, in one of the Pictures under mypictures site geomancy.net, I showned the carving of a `monster' guardian placed above the balcony of the front of the house. 7. In some of the pictures under mypictures, I show two fierce door gods guarding (on each side) of the door. 8. However, usually, these are facing outwards of the house rather than as you mentioned inwards. 9. But if it is the artist's theme to create such pictures/figurines overall in the house, and if the owner is quite comfortable with it, this should be fine. It is also like some people who can sleep with mirrors facing them with ease. While others may feel discomfort. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Kristen, Please see below:- 2. You can uitlize the 'former porch" as the sleeping area especially if it is a `proper' room even if it has lower ceiling. When I mentioned about a `proper' room, what I mean is that it should not be exposed to the elements or have a fragile ceiling. I believe this is not an issue here. 3. Next, the first consideration is where when we open say the bedroom door, can the bed be placed on the opposite wall and is this wall a full height wall. If para 3 is not the case, then, it should be placed (peferably) against a wall in relation to say the windows, attached bathroom ... Where possible, the windows do not cover an area of more than 1/3 the size of the e.g. outer South wall . As a remedy, one can close e.g. some of the windows (if there are constant strong winds blowing into the room) also, what is your Apologise, can you elaborate further as I am not too clear of your question. Usually, it would be bad for a bed to be sandwiched between two pillars of columns of a wall. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Theo, 1. Frankly, the analysis that you mentioned is but only one of the many considerations before chosing a house. 2. Prior to what you had mentioned, there are other considerations to look at. Some are fundamental. 3. What you had described about is only micro Feng Shui. Or Feng Shui without first considering the environment. 4. I usually, consider this phase " Location, Location and Location " (the THREE Ls) as the most important factor. 5. When I mentioned the THREE Ls, we should more importantly look at the external environment: focusing on the site the house is located at and then afterwards look at the house (interior of the home). 6. The above are I believe the proper steps one should take if one is using Feng Shui. 7. Of course, if the above sounds too complicated then: 7.1. One may or should forgo, using Feng Shui and based it on feelings or sixth sense. 7.1.1 If this sounds difficult, one may then as husband and wife, speak to each other and share opinions as to how both feel about House A or House B. 7.1.2 The other option is to get a competent FS practitioner to do all the work for you. 8. Even if you are only using say the Eight House Theory, one should also look at not just the main entrance but also the intangible force affecting the bedroom for both parties. 9. I hope to convey the fact that FS (which is to try to improve our Earth Luck) should be looked at as a holistic way and not to be confined narrowly to just a few key understanding and then make a decision afterwards. The saying goes: a little knowledge can be a dangerous thing. 10. Many of us, can, trust our instincts and majority of the time, many should get it right or even fair better than those who rely on just one of two pointers... Congratulations on your marriage:) Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Anon, 1. Pictures with bamboo as part of the background is quite a common feature. 2. For example a painting with Pandas invariably does have bamboo at the backdrop of the picture. 3. Other pictures such as a scenery of a man fishing and the backdrop of bamboo shoots in the background is equally common. 4. Some other pictures, also contain monkeys, birds with bamboo trees at the background. 5. I am not sure if I got what you mentioned correctly i.e. is the painting or picture soley on bamboos? No other objects or animals within the picture/painting. 6. Each picture or painting should be viewed on a case-by-case basis and it is difficult for me to comment on the short description given. 7. The important considerations are; 7.1. The picture frame should not have poison arrows e.g. a sun-burst frame with spikes protuding and radiating outwards of the picture frame. 7.2 Animals in the picture should not be seen to be `lonely' hungry or `angry'. The belief is that such pictures are inauspicious. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Aj, The purpose of FS are two-fold:- 1. To neutralise Sha Qi and poison arrows. 2. To enhance beneificial Qi. From the above, it is good to understand what Sha Qi is and poison arrows. A. Poison Arrows. Examples are:- a. Another building with its corner pointed towards a house main entrance `posing as a threat' to the main door. b. Some FS practitioners believe that open bookshelves with books is a poison arrow. This is where the edges of books act like `knives'. c. Thus overall, one can imagine "poison arrow" as literally an arrow aimed at e.g. the main entrance door, through the window of the house or aimed at the person's body. d. In the bedroom, it can be the edge of a table aimed at a person's bed. e. A lamp post tangent to the main entrance symbolically acts like a knife slicing thru the main door (a threat). B. Sha Qi What has been mentioned above is a part of Sha Qi. Poison arrows, can be considered Sha Qi. If we literally take the Mandarin character of Qi, it means `steam' or vapour or gas. This is hard to see or even visualise with the naked eye. In this context, some may not consider `poison arrows' as Sha Qi but rather gases or the say the dangers of underground water ref: http://www.geomancy.net/fs/under.htm Where Qi is closely related to `gases'. Warmest Regards, Cecil