A Beautiful Reminder

I believe that we are born with our life’s mission imprinted on our hearts and over time, we acquire the strength, wisdom and resources to carry it out. Part of my mission is to empower others through intention setting through the use of crystals and gemstone jewelry as a focus point.

I am deeply moved by watching the aspirations of others grow from dream to fruition. I find joy in offering support, encouragement and knowledge as we journey through this thing called life. In the constant exploration of my personal evolution, I discovered the life-changing effects of intention setting. The act of making a goal an affirmation. Holding onto it until you see the that dream come true! Allowing it to inspire and keep you focused as you take every step to bring your seed to harvest.

I have been studying the healing properties of crystals and stones for 14 years. An amethyst cluster started it all! Drawn in by its royal lavender hue, I was enamored with the way light seemed to sprinkle glitter on the hundreds of peaks and points that covered its surface. I had to hold it. I picked it up and just let it rest in my palms. WOW! My entire body was washed over with this sense of peace, calm and stillness. I could feel a subtle vibration emit from the beautiful rock that I held between my hands. I knew this structure, had way more to offer than just beauty. It is here that my metaphysical education began. I started researching the benefits of these unique structural compositions. In my studies, I discovered that tiger eye could boost your confidence. Rose quartz could soothe your heart and inspire you to forgive. My “first crystal love”, amethyst could soothe anxiety. The crystals were as endless and unique as their benefits. I began sharing my knowledge with any and everyone! My friends and family members started asking me for recommendations on stones to support various areas of their lives. Then their friends started seeking my recommendations.

Along with my love for the mineral kingdom I have also always loved jewelry and accessories. The beauty and benefits from the crystals not only inspired me, but empowered me to create my own! After a peruse through the craft store near my home, I walked out with a rainbow of gemstone beads, elastic cord , scissors and jewelers glue. As soon as I made it home ..I got to work! There is magical moment that takes beads on a string to beautiful bracelet. The Final Cut! With a surgeons precision, carefully positioning your scissors so that the excess elastic is trimmed from the knot, without severing the entire bracelet. I was hooked! I made 15 bracelets that night. Over time, my love for jewelry along with creativity blossomed and flourished. I was creating daily! Either planning bead patterns in my head, researching every stone that I was drawn to or bringing my designs to fruition.

In 2014, I came to a hurdle (as we all do from time to time). I was in a bit of funk. I hadn’t made any jewelry in months. I was recently promoted to a management position at my nine to five. I was in uncharted territory. I was anxious about starting something new. I struggled with the uncertainty of being able to do a good job. So, I did what I always do to decompress. I went to my happy place …the beach! I watched the waves and played with my family. When I found a quiet moment. I took a deep breath closed my eyes and just allowed myself be. I felt re-energized. The new tasks ahead me, although different , no longer felt daunting. I was ready for the challenge. I ended my visit to the beach with a walk along the shore to collect seashells with one of my Little Ones. As I bent down to pick up another the shell, a tiger eye bracelet washed in with next wave right at my feet. I was like okay, thank you Ocean! When I picked it up, I knew immediately what the Universe had gifted me with. A beautiful reminder of my focus, discipline, drive, determination and ability to live abundantly. That night, I started making bracelets again. I knew that we could all use a beautiful reminder.