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Friday, December 18, 2009
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Peace Jewelry Christmas Gifts
At the top of my Christmas wish list is world peace. Though I can't expect Santa Claus to actually deliver world peace in my Christmas stocking, he could easily bring world peace in the form of jewelry. And what jewelry gift could be better than handcrafted peace jewelry.
At World Peace Jewelry we offer necklaces, bracelets, and earrings in the theme of peace. Traditional peace signs, as well as doves, and other peaceful symbols. A great way to hold peace close in your heart as an affirmation, as well as spread the joy of peace to others. Peace jewelry makes an inspiriational and very thoughtful gift that will be cherished.
World Peace Jewelry's Seek Peace Necklace is shown above. This handcrafted necklace showcases beautiful royal blue Lapis Lazuli, creamy white Mother of Pearl, dragonskin Turquoise, and natural bronze Serpentine gemstones that hand wire wrapped to gold chain. Multiple necklace pendant includes: gold traditional peace sign, a handcarved white bone flying dove, plus a fabulous intarsia world globe. This is a wonderful three dimensional handmade cloisonne planet earth. The globe's oceans are Lapis Lazuli, continents are jasper, mother of pearl, aventurine and more. Incredible details and simply fantastic.
Birds are believed to mediate between earth and heaven, the physical and spiritual worlds. A bird in flight symbolizes freedom and the spiritual development of the soul. Doves have long symbolized peace. Lapis Lazuli symbolizes inspiration and wisdom. Turquoise is a very spiritual stone which aids channeling, increases communication abilities, gives protections and inner joy and peace. Mother of Pearl is known as the stone of sincerity bringing truth to situations and loyalty to a cause. Serpentine is a protective stone that brings peace and has been known as a talisman since ancient times. Gold is associated with love. Learn more about the metaphysical properties of gemstones and the energy of symbols in World Peace Jewelry's Gemstone Guides.
This Seek Peace Necklace includes a fabulous collection of symbols and metaphysical magic for a peace necklace. See more peace necklaces, bracelets, and earring Christmas gift ideas at World Peace Jewelry. Take advantage of World Peace Jewelry's new customer discount by using this code WPJNEW during checkout to receive 10% off your entire order, including sale items, plus free standard shipping.
Birds are believed to mediate between earth and heaven, the physical and spiritual worlds. A bird in flight symbolizes freedom and the spiritual development of the soul. Doves have long symbolized peace. Lapis Lazuli symbolizes inspiration and wisdom. Turquoise is a very spiritual stone which aids channeling, increases communication abilities, gives protections and inner joy and peace. Mother of Pearl is known as the stone of sincerity bringing truth to situations and loyalty to a cause. Serpentine is a protective stone that brings peace and has been known as a talisman since ancient times. Gold is associated with love. Learn more about the metaphysical properties of gemstones and the energy of symbols in World Peace Jewelry's Gemstone Guides.
This Seek Peace Necklace includes a fabulous collection of symbols and metaphysical magic for a peace necklace. See more peace necklaces, bracelets, and earring Christmas gift ideas at World Peace Jewelry. Take advantage of World Peace Jewelry's new customer discount by using this code WPJNEW during checkout to receive 10% off your entire order, including sale items, plus free standard shipping.
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Bats... are a Good Thing!
A natural predator of mosquitoes, one bat can eat 1,000 of the pesky insects! Install a wooden bat house to provide bat shelter and encourage them in your yard. Enjoy a much less buggy twilight in your garden! (Not to mention the entertainment value of watching them swoop and feast!)
And.... Happy Halloween :-)
And.... Happy Halloween :-)
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Climate Change - Blog Action Day #BAD09
The great blue heron is back again today. Statuesque, he's frozen with one leg crooked, eyes locked on some prey in the pond, ready to grab his breakfast. He'll stand there as long as it takes his hunting efforts to claim his prize. Normally it would probably be a frog, but with all the rain I suspect it's actually a fish today.
Watching him is like a meditation. Brown water flowing east. Golden brown and deep green pond bank vegetation. Shamrock green meadow background. Blue grey sky. Ripples of rain drops on the water. Melodies of the song birds flitting here and there. Whispers of wind blowing through the trees. Dark twilight blue plummage, white beard of feathers and that ridiculously fabulous top knot... the heron is poetry come to life.
If I let the dogs out, it will disrupt the scene. The heron pause from his mission, cock his head, gather himself together and launch. Spreading his magnificent wings he'll soar into the grey skies. Either he'll head on down the line of our seven spring pools or off to another of his haunts. As he glides away, I'll sigh. I'll sigh in wonder that such a huge bird can be spectacularly graceful. And I'll sigh at the gift of having seen this scene.
Living a rural country life is a special gift. There's a connectedness to the land that I suspect is rare these days. All I have to do is look out a window to feel the interwoven threads of life on this planet. What impacts Mother Earth impacts me directly. In my daily life. Not only in the contents of my larder - the results of gardening labors - but in my quality of life.
I try to be a good steward. Of the land and for my animals. I garden organically. I plant crops for wildlife, butterflies, birds, and bees. I avoid chemicals; reuse, repurpose, recycle. You know the drill. Is it enough? I'm old enough to have witnessed amazing changes in weather patterns and growing awareness of species that have already been lost. Our global climate is changing and therefore, my life is changing.
I'm reminded of one of my favorite quotations from Chief Seattle in 1855:
Humankind has not woven the web of life. We are but one thread within it. Whatever we do to the web, we do to ourselves. All things are bound together. All things connect.
We humans have managed to inflict many changes to the web of life which impact our climate and environment. Changes that, in turn, continue to cause alarming changes to our basic survival needs of food, water, air, and shelter. Changes, some of which are permanent and there's no going back. All in the name of "progress."
There's no "do over," however, It's never too late to walk more softly on this planet we call home. Going green has become a catch phrase and marketing ploy, however it can mean taking even small steps to protect life and to make sure we are not among the extinct species of the future.
I wonder about future generations. Will they be blessed with having the opportunity to witness the poetry of life? Will there still be red tailed hawks that make lazy circles in the blue sky over their fields? Will there still be honey bees buzzing in their orchards making sure fruit will be on their tables? Will the great blue herons fish in their ponds?
As for me, I'm with Mother Nature. I cannot spare her nourishment of my very soul.
Composed for Blog Action Day #BAD09
Watching him is like a meditation. Brown water flowing east. Golden brown and deep green pond bank vegetation. Shamrock green meadow background. Blue grey sky. Ripples of rain drops on the water. Melodies of the song birds flitting here and there. Whispers of wind blowing through the trees. Dark twilight blue plummage, white beard of feathers and that ridiculously fabulous top knot... the heron is poetry come to life.
If I let the dogs out, it will disrupt the scene. The heron pause from his mission, cock his head, gather himself together and launch. Spreading his magnificent wings he'll soar into the grey skies. Either he'll head on down the line of our seven spring pools or off to another of his haunts. As he glides away, I'll sigh. I'll sigh in wonder that such a huge bird can be spectacularly graceful. And I'll sigh at the gift of having seen this scene.
Living a rural country life is a special gift. There's a connectedness to the land that I suspect is rare these days. All I have to do is look out a window to feel the interwoven threads of life on this planet. What impacts Mother Earth impacts me directly. In my daily life. Not only in the contents of my larder - the results of gardening labors - but in my quality of life.
I try to be a good steward. Of the land and for my animals. I garden organically. I plant crops for wildlife, butterflies, birds, and bees. I avoid chemicals; reuse, repurpose, recycle. You know the drill. Is it enough? I'm old enough to have witnessed amazing changes in weather patterns and growing awareness of species that have already been lost. Our global climate is changing and therefore, my life is changing.
I'm reminded of one of my favorite quotations from Chief Seattle in 1855:
Humankind has not woven the web of life. We are but one thread within it. Whatever we do to the web, we do to ourselves. All things are bound together. All things connect.
We humans have managed to inflict many changes to the web of life which impact our climate and environment. Changes that, in turn, continue to cause alarming changes to our basic survival needs of food, water, air, and shelter. Changes, some of which are permanent and there's no going back. All in the name of "progress."
There's no "do over," however, It's never too late to walk more softly on this planet we call home. Going green has become a catch phrase and marketing ploy, however it can mean taking even small steps to protect life and to make sure we are not among the extinct species of the future.
I wonder about future generations. Will they be blessed with having the opportunity to witness the poetry of life? Will there still be red tailed hawks that make lazy circles in the blue sky over their fields? Will there still be honey bees buzzing in their orchards making sure fruit will be on their tables? Will the great blue herons fish in their ponds?
As for me, I'm with Mother Nature. I cannot spare her nourishment of my very soul.
Composed for Blog Action Day #BAD09
Thursday, October 8, 2009
The Peace Sign and Amethyst
At World Peace Jewelry, I use many symbols and gemstone combinations to symbolize peace in my peace themed jewelry. However, my favorites are vintage traditional peace signs with amethyst.
What we know as a traditional symbol for peace was oritinally designed for the British nuclear disarmament movement. Designed and completed on February 21, 1958 by Gerald Holtom, a professional designer and artist for the April 4 march planned by the Direct Action Committee Against Nuclear War (DAC). The symbol itself is a combination of the semaphoric signals for the letters "N" and "D," standing for Nuclear Disarmament. Superimposing these two signs forms the shape of the peace symbol.
The symbol was later adopted by the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament. By the late 1960's the peace sign had become an international peace symbol adopted by war protestors. Then adopted by the counterculture, it became part of the popular culture.
Amethyst has long been believed to be a transformational healing gemstone. A purifier and amplifier of healing and spiritual energies, it aids in intuition and attracts justice. The birth stone of Pisces, amethyst brings clarity to the conscious and unconscious mind. Shades of purple are traditionally a sign of royalty or richness, power and passion. Modern folklore associates the color purple with peace as in "Wear purple for peace."
Amethyst has long been believed to be a transformational healing gemstone. A purifier and amplifier of healing and spiritual energies, it aids in intuition and attracts justice. The birth stone of Pisces, amethyst brings clarity to the conscious and unconscious mind. Shades of purple are traditionally a sign of royalty or richness, power and passion. Modern folklore associates the color purple with peace as in "Wear purple for peace."
Those who regularly wear an amethyst necklace are said to fascinate others with their personality and charisma. What better way to wear your values and encourage peace!
Shown above is an amethyst and gold necklace with a traditional peace sign combined with a "Dream" affirmation charm.
Browse for a peace necklace at World Peace Jewelry and use this new customer discount coupon code WPJNEW to receive a 10% discount on your entire purchase.
Monday, September 21, 2009
Peace Day ~ September 21
Today is International Day of Peace. Established by the United Nations and celebrated around the world, this is a day of non-violence and ceasefire. I have a bittersweet feeling about Peace Day. One day of peace a year is a good thing, however can we not devote more, say 365? Ah... but I'm a dreamer...
At World Peace Jewelry we're celebrating with a sale on some of our peace themed jewelry. You'll find an asssortment of necklaces, bracelets, earrings with peace signs and some with world globes. Shown above is our The World is My Country necklace. While you're browsing, take a look at our new jewelry.
We do have a special discount for new customers. When checking out of the shopping cart, enter WPJNEW (you'll see where) to receive 10% off your entire order plus free standard shipping.
Saturday, September 19, 2009
Turquoise
A favorite stone of mine? All I will say is …. She who dies with the most turquoise wins… or something like that. Shown above is a turquoise and copper peace bracelet. Healing copper jewelry is such a boon for arthritis sufferers, plus it happens to be gorgeous with turquoise.
Turquoise is an aluminum acetate phosphate usually found in the seams of aluminum rich rocks in the area of copper mines. Colors range from light blue, sky blue, turquoise blue to green-blue. Turquoise can be found in Arizona, Mexico, Tibet, China, Poland and France. Some of the most beautiful turquoise is found in Arizona.
Discovered in Turkey by Crusaders, turquoise has been a popular protective gemstone since ancient time. In the thirteenth century Turquoise was said to protect the wearer from injury from falling, particularly from horseback. Turks attached the stone to the bridles of horses as amulets; it was believed to render them more surefooted and enduring. Long considered a holy stone by American Indians, they believed turquoise was a magic stone that protected against all harm. Indian legend says that a man who could go to the end of the rainbow and dig in the earth would find a turquoise. In the Middle Ages it was believed to give women a sense of happiness and contentment, while guaranteeing success and power to men.
Turquoise is beneficial for the whole body, but especially the respiratory and immune systems. Those strongly affected by pollution can find turquoise very helpful. Turquoise is also helpful with general stomachaches, rheumatism, infections, inflammation, and speeds recovery after illness.
Turquoise symbolizes beauty. It elevates goals and understanding; encourages creative problem solving. Turquoise can help you get more in tune with others and increase communication skills. Stabilizing extreme mood swings, it counteracts apathy.
With zodiacal affinity for Aquarius, Turquoise is also an important gemstone for all the zodiac signs. It is the common birthstone for December.
Explore the Gemstone Guides at World Peace Jewelry. Check out our guide to birthstones: modern, traditional, cabochon, and astralogical zodiac gemstones symbolically associated with the date of your birth. You might also want to have a look at symbols and totems, too.
Friday, September 18, 2009
The Bee
The Bee symbolizes industrious and cooperative teamwork, dilligence and a sense of order. In mediterranean civilizations, the bee was seen to be brave, chaste, industrious, clean and lives harmoniously. Symbols of purity and abstinence. In the secular world, the bee was a royal symbol and the queen bee was long regarded as a King.
The bee is also a sign of creativity, wealth and eloquence. The Egyptians used it as a symbol of regal power.
Bees are, in many cultures, a symbol of hope, and also inspire cleanliness, social organization, tireless work, honey-sweet rhetoric, intelligence and poetry.
The bee is often seen as the original source of all life and inspiratin. Looked upon as a symbol of the potency of nature, because while creating a magical elixir, known for its preservation properties, they were also pollinating flowers, increasing plant fertility, and abundance. Because of these symbolic meanings, the bee has been used as an emblem by those who wish to associate themselves with the inpiration of the Gods.
The bee is also a sign of creativity, wealth and eloquence. The Egyptians used it as a symbol of regal power.
Bees are, in many cultures, a symbol of hope, and also inspire cleanliness, social organization, tireless work, honey-sweet rhetoric, intelligence and poetry.
The bee is often seen as the original source of all life and inspiratin. Looked upon as a symbol of the potency of nature, because while creating a magical elixir, known for its preservation properties, they were also pollinating flowers, increasing plant fertility, and abundance. Because of these symbolic meanings, the bee has been used as an emblem by those who wish to associate themselves with the inpiration of the Gods.
Shown above is a World Peace Jewelry bracelet featuring a honey bee surrounded by natural agate in shades of honey golden yellows. Agate is said to protect against danger, bring prosperity and prevent miscarriages. It promotes happiness and good health.
See more jewelry featuring the Bee as a symbol or totem.
Read more about bees as a symbol or totem. Read more about the healing properties and symbolism of gemstones.
Thursday, September 17, 2009
The Cross - Consecration
The Cross is used not just for ornamentation, but also religious significance. The cross is a sign of consecration. For Christians it symbolizes God's act of love and atonement in Christ's sacrifice and Jesus' victory over sin and death.
Shown above is an extra long Sardonyx and Carnelian necklace that features a large Sardonyx hand cut cross that I imported from China. Exceptionally beautiful!
Sardonyx is the stone of the senses. Said to improve sensory perception and sharpen the mind. It encourages optimism and confidence, plus is said to halp bereaved people see the positive side of life again. Carnelian symbolizes activity. It promotes idealism, increases vitality and zest for life, while enhancing stability and the courage to carry out daily tasks. Read more about the properties and symbolism of gemstones.
At World Peace Jewelry we offer pieces in the theme of Faith, including crosses, WWJD (What Would Jesus Do), Angels, Judaica, Celtic and Chinese symbols of faith and religious belief.
Read more about symbols and totems at World Peace Jewelry
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