Birthstones for the month of June: June is another month with multiple birthstone choices. Pearls, moonstone, and alexandrite are frequently used for June birthstones. Pearls Pearls made their “debut” in the first century BC. Many ancient civilizations considered pearls as … Continue reading
We’ve made it to the month of May 2020 in this very unusual year. When everything comes to a grinding halt, as it has this Spring, we’re forced to think about what matters most. Your life is put on … Continue reading
May’s traditional birthstone – and alternatives The traditional birthstone for May is the emerald. Emeralds are a deep green beryl and most emeralds are clouded with inclusions so nice quality emeralds can be pricey. The green color comes from chromium. … Continue reading
Reflections for this moment: Our lives have changed in many ways since March. Many of us are working from home or just spending much more time at home than in the past. I am fortunate to have space to work … Continue reading
One of my favorite gemstones is opal. People recognize opals by their characteristic play of rainbow like colors. You need to be careful with opals because opal is a relatively soft (5.5-6.5) stone and they are sensitive to pressure, hard … Continue reading
The tone of this delightful book starts with the cover and its colorful confetti design. The book is fascinating in many ways as the author examines how we draw joy and happiness from ordinary things around us. In a moment … Continue reading