It’s the time of the year when I start to prepare my Feng Shui garden. This week, I’ll spread compost on all the garden beds with a two- or three-inch layer of straw over everything. The straw retains moisture, keeps the weeds down, and discourages the bugs from eating the juicier, little sprouts.
Performing the ritual fire offering pleases the deities who help the one-gain accomplishments on the path. It also serves to remove obstacles and the faults of badly or incompletely recited mantras.
Prayer flags are hung outside to blow in the wind, and it is said to increase happiness, health, and wealth, known as “The Three Treasures”. “As the wind blows, the flags wave and combine with natural energy to send blessings to all.