A Living Dwelling

A friend sent me an article the other day about creating a beautiful home, saying she thought of me when she read it. I talk about transforming 'space' into 'place' that nurtures and sustains you. This article talks about filling our homes with love to create homes that feel soulful and alive. I think we're on the same track! Read on...

"The homes we occupy are seldom ideal. A space that satisfies our basic needs may nonetheless leave us wanting where location, decor or style are concerned. Yet every home has the potential to be beautiful....

"Turning a space into the beautiful outward expression of your inner warmth is as easy as projecting your love into it... It is up to you, whether you want your personal spaces to be peaceful and quiet or lively and inspiring. Begin by cultivating awareness within yourself. This will allow you to see your home as an integral part of your existence rather than somewhere you simply return to at the end of each day...

"Appearance and other superficial qualities can be deceiving. An aesthetically beautiful home can prove unwelcoming. And a home that seems mundane in every characteristic can be as comforting and cozy as a beloved relative or friend. When you nurture and care for your home as if it were a loved one, it will absorb your tender intentions and project a love so touching you will soon come to feel a great affection for it."

Read the full article at DailyOM.