Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Oh Amethyst... how I love you!

I got a beautiful set of amethyst earrings last night... along with this reading of the power of amethyst... I knew I loved this stone for a reason... and more than the amazing color!

Amethyst Gemstone meaning

Crystalline quartz in shades of purple, lilac or mauve is called amethyst, a stone traditionally worn to guard against drunkeness and to instill a sober mind. The word amethyst comes from the Greek meaning "without drunkenness" and amethyst is believed to protect one from poison.

Power Stone

It is used as a dream stone and to help insomnia. Put an amethyst under your pillow to bring about pleasant dreams, or rub it across your forehead to offer relief from a headache.

Protection Stone

 Ancient Egyptians used the amethyst guard against guilty and fearful feelings. It has been worn as protection from self-deception, as well as a protection against witchcraft. The amethyst has long been used to open the spiritual and psychic centers, making it one of the power stones. It is also used as a meditation aid when worn as a necklace.

Wisdom Stone

 The amethyst is known as the Bishop's Stone and is still worn by Catholic Bishops. The amethyst symbolizes piety, humility, sincerity and spiritual wisdom. It is thought the amethyst is the perfect stone to symbolize The Age of Aquarius.

Healing properties of Amethyst

 Amethyst is a gemstone often worn by healers, as it has the power to focus energy. A healer will usually wear several pieces of jewelry with amethysts set in silver, especially an amethyst necklace. The person to be healed will have an Amethyst to hold while the healing is being done. The healer will place another piece of Amethyst on the area of the body in need of healing, the heart or lungs usually.
Amethyst is used for problems in the blood and in breathing problems. Amethyst crystal clusters are used to keep the air and life force in the home clean and positive.
Amethyst clusters, points or several tumbled Amethysts placed in a window that receives sun most of the day are very beneficial to use in healing and to heal negativity in
the home. Place Amethyst clusters, points or several tumbled Amethysts in moonlight and everyone in the home will be feeling calmer. Using an Amethyst as a meditation focus will increase the positive spiritual feelings. Amethyst helps overcome fears and cravings. It also helps relieve headaches.

Monday, February 13, 2012

A Great Sunday!

Sunday was amazing. I slept in, had fun, and did all this stuff!!! I checked off so many small things (that have a way of adding up) off my list of things to do. Things I had on my list... forever!

Friday, February 10, 2012

Property Virgins Nightmare

Remarks: *REO* CUL-DE-SAC AT AN UNBEATABLE PRICE! BANK OWNED SOLD WITH TENANTS - SIGHT UNSEEN! THIS PROPERTY IS BEING SOLD WHILE OCCUPIED WITH NON-PAYING, UNCOOPERATIVE TENANTS. DO NOT DISTURB TENANTS AT ANY TIME. BROKER'S CARAVAN 2/10/12 IS DRIVE-BY ONLY (JUST TO MAKE EVERYONE AWARE PROPERTY IS FOR SALE). SINGLE FAMILY HOME TENANT OCCUPIED PROPERTY SOLD AS-IS, NO REPAIRS OR CREDITS, NO TERMITE REPAIRS OR CREDITS. NO INSPECTIONS, NO CONTINGENCIES (SIMILAR TO BUYING AT THE COURT STEPS AUCTION). NO SHOWINGS, DRIVE-BY-ONLY. CUL-DE-SAC. 3 BEDS + 2 BATHS. CONVENIENTLY LOCATED CLOSE TO TRANSPORTATION, FREEWAYS, TV STUDIOS, SHOPS. EMAIL YOUR "HIGHEST AND BEST" OFFER. PLEASE SEE PRIVATE REMARKS.


um... let me get an my agent on the phone right now!

Thursday, February 9, 2012

This one is for my mom!


I ripped this out of a magazine I was flipping through last night.

I have never not seen a need for a mom to be around... who else do you have to look to who probably has already lived through what you're experiencing now!

Love you MOM!

Fresh Shrimp Spring Rolls

Fresh Shrimp Spring Rolls by Petunia21
Fresh Shrimp Spring Rolls, a photo by Petunia21 on Flickr.
Oops... I did it again. I guess pre-work stops at Trader Joe's is not a good idea... but to be fair, I ate a little breakfast at 5:45am before yoga. I guess I work up quite an appetite!

Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Hometown Prank

This prank is was done by people in my home county... I can't help but feel connected to these people. They sound like not very distant relatives. Gotta love it!

Tuesday, February 7, 2012

Breakfast

Breakfast by Petunia21
Breakfast, a photo by Petunia21 on Flickr.

These found their way into my cart this morning during a quick "pop in" at Trader Joes before work...

I ate them at around 9:30 and it seemed like such a great idea... now, I'm having second thoughts.

oh well.

My Froggie Socks

My Froggie Socks by Petunia21
My Froggie Socks, a photo by Petunia21 on Flickr.

You know its time to let your socks go when... as you put them on, you can hear the snapping of dried out elastic...

I've had these socks since um, I think the first 2 years of college... Maybe older. I remember getting them as part of a Christmas grab bag. It really pains me but, I tossed these in the garbage this morning after my yoga practice.

I'm the sort of person that gets VERY attached to panties and sock... please hold your judgement until after the burial.

Friday, February 3, 2012