Color me Lucky
A small elephant statue may not seem like a big deal, but this tiny pachyderm isn't placed in my home without intention. According to certain traditions, an elephant facing into a room welcomes luck and fortune, while one facing the door helps protect the home from negative energy. And then there's the trunk. A raised trunk symbolizes blessings, good fortune, victory, and success, while a trunk pointing downward represents stability, calm, grounded strength, and the gathering of longevity and wealth. Whew! That's a whole lot of meaning packed into one little decorative object! Yup, all that thought and intention goes into a small item that undoubtedly gets overlooked by most people who walk through my front door. Call it kooky, but let's face it, I seem to have an abundance of good luck, health, wealth, and happiness. So perhaps my quirky little beliefs hold some merit after all. My youngest son thinks I'm crazy, but he also believes that if we believe something ...
