Here is one of the two posts I 'really' wanted to write relating to the crystal post.
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I went to one of my mom's favourite jewellery stores. It is a place I frequent whenever I fly back home, but it is not a place I had ever gotten anything for myself from. They have really nice things and I had tried on more than a few ones; it is just that nothing had really made my heart jump.
This visit was different.
For two reasons.
And this post is about one of the reasons.
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Something caught my eye. Not in an in-your-face kind of way, but more in a hello-you-are-fast-growing-on-me way.
I kept it at my peripheral view, skimming through the store for other things.
And before I can make a full round. I had asked the sales person to please bring it out.
My mom instantly said oh! I was looking out for that for you too! which in itself is miraculous. And I say miraculous not to be dramatic but to be perfectly descriptive. Our tastes are worlds apart!
I tried it on. And everyone in the room, security guard included smiled looking at me wearing it.
So maybe I can't really trust them--even if my mom is their regular. At the end of the day, they are all in it wanting to sell.
What was interesting though was that they were swaying me towards this earring-and-ring set when it costs half of the other earrings that I had my eye on. Surely, if we are talking profit and sales, they would want me to get the more expensive one?
I quickly shook off the over analysing hat and focused on looking at it on me. And my mom's comments.
The more I looked, the more I felt something.
It was a surprise to me that it fit--no, suited me well. And an even bigger surprise is, I had never imagined or thought of--not once, having something like it.
If you know me, you would also know that I have a fairly good idea of what kind of jewellery I like.
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Long story short, it came home with me.
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I was initially told that it was chalcedony but when they were writing out the receipt, they corrected themselves and advised that it was in fact, orange moonstone.
It isn't orange though. It looked peach--y. Not a bright peach but a dusky peach. Definitely not a cute peach, but a mature peach. If that makes sense.
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We then go back to the statement that we are drawn to the elements we need.
I read a few pages on orange moonstones, call it selective retention but it was so spot on!
Physical healing : for female reproductive system, menstrual problems and hormonal imbalance. <-- a="" br="" but="" good="" in="" is="" it="" match="" maybe="" more="" nbsp="" past="" pretty="" so="" than="" the="" today.="">
Emotional healing : calming and soothing. Drives away nightmares and encourages sleep. <-- a="" all="" br="" fright="" if="" more="" nbsp="" nights.="" no="" or="" sleepless="" up="" waking="" well="" with="" works="">
Chakra : cleanses and dispels negativity. <-- all="" br="" how="" this="" want="" we="">
Spiritual healing : focus on what is needed not wanted. Combats materialism and strengthens faith. <-- b="" i="" like="" one="" this="">
Wednesday, January 23, 2013
Monday, January 21, 2013
drawn
I have a friend who does everything. And by everything, I mean that she is yoga teacher, acupuncturist, spin class instructor, massage therapist, Business Analyst and Test Manager!
Though we live in different continents, our work forces us to talk everyday. There are days we find time to talk about personal matters, and even health and healing. I welcome those days.
I love talking to her about crystals, touch therapy, transfers of energies and other healer things. One lunch time during a business trip she told me we would naturally be drawn to the crystals (or gemstones, minerals maybe) that we need.
Curious. I wanted to go to a crystal shop right there and then. I had never been to one, nor felt the compelling need to. But I'm curious. Very.
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My mom was once given a crystal. I'm not sure for what, or where it is now, but I remember seeing a crystal.
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I never had a crystal, but I find that I am drawn to certain stones. I think it is due to aesthetic purposes as I do associate them with jewellery. Let me write about it more...
I had always loved coral. For some reason, I could never truly shake off my attachment to it. I had a gold bracelet with coral flowers as a child and I had been looking for something like it every since. Forget that it doesn't go with my clothes now. Something in me, begs that I get one.
I was maybe, strong enough to resist due to practical reasons perhaps but I had always been in the lookout for coral earrings. I didn't want to get just any coral earrings. I plan to get only one pair and so, I need to find one that I adored.
As far as these things go, coral perhaps is really my first love.
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In my early twenties, my best friend and I got ourselves elastic bracelets with Rose Quartz. I admit that the color really drew me in. I like the faint pink.
I don't know when I stopped wearing it. Or why. Maybe the elastic gave.
That was that.
At some point, I got replacements, three elastic bracelet bands of white luminescent stones. What kind, I forget. And I don't remember wearing them as much as the rose quartz.
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In my mid twenties, I began noticing turquoise.
I hate that they always seem to incorporate American Indian style into turquoise jewellery. It's not my style.
Last year, I saw a lovely pair of diamond earrings with turquoise danglers. I was such in a rush that I didn't inquire about it. I thought that it won't sell until I'm ready to buy it. I mean, I didn't imagine it was something well sought after.
I was wrong.
I never saw it again.
I'm not kicking myself too hard about letting it slip because I haven't even tried it on. With earrings, you really need to try it on. Too often I get too excited only to realise that it doesn't do anything for me.
So maybe, the universe was telling me that I should wait.
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Whenever I go to Chinatown, I am tempted to get some jade. I remember buying a fabric bracelet with a jade flower. I remember quite clearly too, that I never wore it once. What I don't remember is where it is now.
For my wedding, I was actually contemplating on wearing jade earrings. I managed to find something I liked too but the price point didn't agree with what I felt was reasonable for something like that. So maybe it was not meant.
The universe had consistently prevented me from securing earrings from the others category.
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If it's true that we are drawn to certain stones because we need why am I especially drawn to Coral, Turquoise and Jade?
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I did a quick google and pulled out some points on each.
Coral - typical gift of a mother to a new born as a protective amulet. It is an emotional healer and considered a remedy for physical disorder involving blood and bones. It alsostimulates tissue regeneration. It is said to bring peace and stimulates intuition.
Turquoise - draws negative vibrations and opens the heart chakra for giving and receiving love. Aids you to live your life with integrity and truth. It will assist you to better absorb nutrients and protects against atmospheric pollutants. Helps on feelings of depletion or over exhaustion.
Jade - have strong calming vibrations. It is the stone of the heart, strengthening it as well as the kidneys, nervous system and immune system. It promotes health in organs that purify the blood.
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Maybe this is like reading your horoscope to some people. This time I'd choose the other route and say that maybe it is intuition.
I'd like to think that our bodies know what is best for us. When I'm dehydrated, it tells me that I'm thirsty.
If I'm drawn to something, maybe it is because I am fulfilling a need.
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NOTE: This post really is a prelude to one (or two) that I want to write about. When you read it, you'd know.
Though we live in different continents, our work forces us to talk everyday. There are days we find time to talk about personal matters, and even health and healing. I welcome those days.
I love talking to her about crystals, touch therapy, transfers of energies and other healer things. One lunch time during a business trip she told me we would naturally be drawn to the crystals (or gemstones, minerals maybe) that we need.
Curious. I wanted to go to a crystal shop right there and then. I had never been to one, nor felt the compelling need to. But I'm curious. Very.
---
My mom was once given a crystal. I'm not sure for what, or where it is now, but I remember seeing a crystal.
---
I never had a crystal, but I find that I am drawn to certain stones. I think it is due to aesthetic purposes as I do associate them with jewellery. Let me write about it more...
I had always loved coral. For some reason, I could never truly shake off my attachment to it. I had a gold bracelet with coral flowers as a child and I had been looking for something like it every since. Forget that it doesn't go with my clothes now. Something in me, begs that I get one.
I was maybe, strong enough to resist due to practical reasons perhaps but I had always been in the lookout for coral earrings. I didn't want to get just any coral earrings. I plan to get only one pair and so, I need to find one that I adored.
As far as these things go, coral perhaps is really my first love.
---
In my early twenties, my best friend and I got ourselves elastic bracelets with Rose Quartz. I admit that the color really drew me in. I like the faint pink.
I don't know when I stopped wearing it. Or why. Maybe the elastic gave.
That was that.
At some point, I got replacements, three elastic bracelet bands of white luminescent stones. What kind, I forget. And I don't remember wearing them as much as the rose quartz.
---
In my mid twenties, I began noticing turquoise.
I hate that they always seem to incorporate American Indian style into turquoise jewellery. It's not my style.
Last year, I saw a lovely pair of diamond earrings with turquoise danglers. I was such in a rush that I didn't inquire about it. I thought that it won't sell until I'm ready to buy it. I mean, I didn't imagine it was something well sought after.
I was wrong.
I never saw it again.
I'm not kicking myself too hard about letting it slip because I haven't even tried it on. With earrings, you really need to try it on. Too often I get too excited only to realise that it doesn't do anything for me.
So maybe, the universe was telling me that I should wait.
---
Whenever I go to Chinatown, I am tempted to get some jade. I remember buying a fabric bracelet with a jade flower. I remember quite clearly too, that I never wore it once. What I don't remember is where it is now.
For my wedding, I was actually contemplating on wearing jade earrings. I managed to find something I liked too but the price point didn't agree with what I felt was reasonable for something like that. So maybe it was not meant.
The universe had consistently prevented me from securing earrings from the others category.
---
If it's true that we are drawn to certain stones because we need why am I especially drawn to Coral, Turquoise and Jade?
---
I did a quick google and pulled out some points on each.
Coral - typical gift of a mother to a new born as a protective amulet. It is an emotional healer and considered a remedy for physical disorder involving blood and bones. It alsostimulates tissue regeneration. It is said to bring peace and stimulates intuition.
Turquoise - draws negative vibrations and opens the heart chakra for giving and receiving love. Aids you to live your life with integrity and truth. It will assist you to better absorb nutrients and protects against atmospheric pollutants. Helps on feelings of depletion or over exhaustion.
Jade - have strong calming vibrations. It is the stone of the heart, strengthening it as well as the kidneys, nervous system and immune system. It promotes health in organs that purify the blood.
---
Maybe this is like reading your horoscope to some people. This time I'd choose the other route and say that maybe it is intuition.
I'd like to think that our bodies know what is best for us. When I'm dehydrated, it tells me that I'm thirsty.
If I'm drawn to something, maybe it is because I am fulfilling a need.
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NOTE: This post really is a prelude to one (or two) that I want to write about. When you read it, you'd know.
Tuesday, January 15, 2013
if i ever lose my faith
I saw Sting live a few weeks ago and really, really, really... I was starstruck.
MAYBE I enjoyed the Simply Red concert more, but I really don't remember being starstruck.
Don't get me wrong, he put on a good show and got me singing his songs for days. I even have a new found appreciation for fields of gold!
I promise you, the minute he walked into the stage, I felt something--like I can't stop smiling. Like I'm giddy. Like I want time to stop.
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It reminded me of that Ally McBeal episode. I remember quite clearly the storyline. A man was suing Sting for ruining his marriage. His wife claimed that Sting looked at her and was convinced that Sting was seducing her. While she didn't want to leave her husband--convinced that Sting wanted her, things changed between them.
I know how it ended too but I'm too lazy to write it out. Sorry.
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My fiancé and I tend to often say I brought Sting, when talking about grand gestures. It was what Robert Downey Jr. told Ally that night at the bar. I brought Sting.
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My fiancé brought (me to see) Sting.
Good enough :)
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Not suing for seduction.
MAYBE I enjoyed the Simply Red concert more, but I really don't remember being starstruck.
Don't get me wrong, he put on a good show and got me singing his songs for days. I even have a new found appreciation for fields of gold!
I promise you, the minute he walked into the stage, I felt something--like I can't stop smiling. Like I'm giddy. Like I want time to stop.
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It reminded me of that Ally McBeal episode. I remember quite clearly the storyline. A man was suing Sting for ruining his marriage. His wife claimed that Sting looked at her and was convinced that Sting was seducing her. While she didn't want to leave her husband--convinced that Sting wanted her, things changed between them.
I know how it ended too but I'm too lazy to write it out. Sorry.
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My fiancé and I tend to often say I brought Sting, when talking about grand gestures. It was what Robert Downey Jr. told Ally that night at the bar. I brought Sting.
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My fiancé brought (me to see) Sting.
Good enough :)
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Not suing for seduction.
Tuesday, January 1, 2013
child's play
I had finally secured a 9-inch round shallow pyrex and I can't wait to put it to good use.
I really don't know where to begin. Part of me wants to make shepherd's pie so that I can use my giant icing decorator my sister got me for the mashed potato on top. But if I'm being truthful to myself, I really imagined a rich pie sitting on the dish. Something caramel, sticky and sweet, maybe with nuts.
I am looking forward to cooking more this year. After we get married, I have more opportunities to experiment :)
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I'm quite curious how life truly changes after marriage. I was chatting with a good friend who recently got married and she says that she loves married life and that it still feels like playing house. I love how she said that, playing house.
I remember how when I was young and we played lutu-lutuan or pretend cooking, placing flower petals and leaves into miniscule pots--a master chef in a child's mind. Sometimes I still feel that way when I'm cooking. I can't help but smile when that certain feeling takes hold of me. I can't say it is dead on nostalgic, but I would say that that child in me makes me a happier adult.
Playing house. That is one point for the team that I'm rooting for. The team that believes.
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Happy New Year! :)
I really don't know where to begin. Part of me wants to make shepherd's pie so that I can use my giant icing decorator my sister got me for the mashed potato on top. But if I'm being truthful to myself, I really imagined a rich pie sitting on the dish. Something caramel, sticky and sweet, maybe with nuts.
I am looking forward to cooking more this year. After we get married, I have more opportunities to experiment :)
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I'm quite curious how life truly changes after marriage. I was chatting with a good friend who recently got married and she says that she loves married life and that it still feels like playing house. I love how she said that, playing house.
I remember how when I was young and we played lutu-lutuan or pretend cooking, placing flower petals and leaves into miniscule pots--a master chef in a child's mind. Sometimes I still feel that way when I'm cooking. I can't help but smile when that certain feeling takes hold of me. I can't say it is dead on nostalgic, but I would say that that child in me makes me a happier adult.
Playing house. That is one point for the team that I'm rooting for. The team that believes.
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Happy New Year! :)
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