|
|
Add More Spark to a Chug-Along Life! (i-mail saga)
Article Title: Add Spark to a Chug-Along Life!
Author Name: Doug C. Grant
Contact Email Address: doug @dougcgrant.com
Word Count: 776
Category: Motivational/Humor
© Doug C. Grant, 2002
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Publishing...
Are Women Doomed on the Street?
Are Women Doomed on the Street? Imagine a tennis player judging the power and accuracy of her serve solely by its form. Visualize a volleyball player sharpening her "spiking" skill by hitting only air. Also finally, picture a pole-vaulter competing...
Discover the Llyn Peninsula
Stretching from the peak of Snowdon to Bardsey Island (or Ynys Enlli - the Island of the Tides), the Llyn Peninsula is a unique and beautiful part of North Wales, renown for its natural charm and mild climate.
So spectacular is its coastline...
Fear and Faith Cannot Occupy the Same Place
The product package and design meeting had been cancelled. The marketing staff was notified there had been another shooting. The interstate was a parking lot. Traffic jams and roadblocks were a daily routine. No one felt safe to travel in or...
When the Seas of Life Get Stormy, Use These Tips to Ride the Waves to Run and Happiness
You’re the CAPTAIN of your ship. Be empowered means having a deep sense of confidence that you can take charge of your ship and handle whatever comes up. Use your personal power and intentionality to keep your ship on course through stormy...
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Birthstone Jewelry Beliefs and Celebrity Birthdays
Wearing birthstone jewelry is very popular today. Not only is it fashionable; somehow, it also makes the item feel more personal and part of the wearer’s personality. Almost all gems are believed to be imbued with some special sort of power and this is one of the reasons why it is considered lucky to wear birthstone jewelry. Let’s look at some of the mystical properties and beliefs about these special gems and some famous people who would wear them.
January’s birthstone, the garnet, is believed to have blood purification properties and to protect against poisoning. Actress Faye Dunaway and supermodel Kate Moss are two celebrities who were born in January.
The amethyst, the gem of the month for February, is a symbol of serenity and peace. In addition, it’s reputed to protect the wearer from intoxication. Princess Stephanie of Monaco, singer Roberta Flack and actress Drew Barrymore have amethysts in their birthstone jewelry.
March’s birthstone is the clear blue aquamarine. Perhaps because of its color, it is sacred among sailors, who believe that it will protect them from the perils of the sea. NBA player Shaquille O’Neal, heartthrob Freddie Prinze Jr. and singing legend Liza Minnelli are among the celebrities who are under the protection of the aquamarine.
The eternally stylish and elegant diamond is April’s birthstone. Believed to symbolize true love, it is the most popular gem used in wedding rings. Among the notables having diamond birthstone jewelry are England’s Queen Elizabeth II, actress Jessica Alba and tennis player Andre Agassi.
May’s birthstone is the enigmatic emerald. Some people believe that emeralds are magic and had the ability to make the wearer psychic. Famous people having the emerald as their birthstone include British Prime Minister Tony Blair, socialite Bianca Jagger and singer Janet Jackson.
The simple and classic pearl is the birthstone for June. It is viewed by various cultures as a symbol of power, love, purity and chastity. Pearl birthstone jewelry celebrities count sex symbols Marilyn Monroe and Angelina Jolie among their numbers.
The red ruby is July’s birthstone. It is believed to help in matters of love and to enhance sexual prowess. Hollywood actor Tom Cruise and the late Diana, Princess of
Wales, are among the celebrities born in July.
Birthstone jewelry for August includes the lime green peridot, is traditionally believed to give good sleep and protect the wearer from nightmares. Oscar winner Halle Berry and Grammy winner Whitney Houston are two of the women who count the peridot as their birthstone.
Sapphire is the birthstone for September. It is believed the give the power of precognition and is also linked to joy and peace. Two glamorous figures who can be poster babies for sapphire birthstone jewelry are actresses Brigitte Bardot and Gwyneth Paltrow.
The delicate opal is October’s birthstone. Some cultures believe the opal brings bad luck, while others associate it with innocence and purity. Tony-winning actress Julie Andrews and U.S. Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton were born in October.
The topaz is central in November’s birthstone jewelry. Medicine men and women in some cultures used ground topaz in their concoctions to heal asthma, and the birthstone was also reputed to have a calming effect on the quick-tempered. The late Princess Grace Kelly of Monaco and Hollywood actress Demi Moore are two examples of famous November babies.
Finally, we have turquoise as December’s birthstone. The Indians of North America revered this gem because of its power to warn the wearer of danger and because of the luck it brought. Pop princess Britney Spears and film director Steven Spielberg celebrate their birthdays in December.
Wearing birthstone jewelry is a popular tradition that continues to this day. Necklaces, rings, bracelets, earrings, brooches and many other dress accessories adorned with these gems are not only fashionable but also more meaningful for the wearer or for the recipients of such gifts. Also, having birthstone jewelry is a reminder that you have at least one thing in common with celebrities!
About the Author
For more information on jewelry and gemstones, we cordially invite you to visit www.morninglightjewelry.com to pick up your FREE copy of “How To Buy Jewelry And Gemstones Without Being Ripped Off.” This concise, informative special report reveals almost everything you ever wanted to know about jewelry and gemstones, but were afraid to ask. Get your FREE report at www.morninglightjewelry.com.
|
|
|
|
|
Cruising World |
The Moorings. Catch the Late Train to Dubrovnik. It's not too late to book a winter escape to Dubrovnik, Croatia, or anywhere else, for that matter. ... |
www.cruisingworld.com |
  |
US Sailing Lessons and Online Sailing School |
Contained in this Cruising Sailing Lesson are videos on how to sail and tie knots along with JavaScript calculators for estimating sailboat characteristics, ... |
www.cruising.sailingcourse.com |
  |
Travel-and-Leisure - Cruising-Sailing Ezine Articles |
EzineArticles.com allows ezine or email list publishers to upload or download free expert content that can be used within email newsletters or websites. |
ezinearticles.com |
  |
Travel and Leisure: Cruising Sailing Articles from EzineArticles.com |
http://ezinearticles.com/?cat=Travel-and-Leisure:Cruising-Sailing Free Content For Your Ezine or Website http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.0/ ... |
ezinearticles.com |
  |
CRUISER LOG the complete sailing and cruising yacht resource. |
Circumnavigating yachts and general cruising, sailing and boating information. [The Navigation Bar feature is not available in this web] ... |
www.cruiser.co.za |
  |
Cruising, sailing, yachting, boating and weather links. |
The Cruiser Log link list of cruising, sailing, yachting and weather related web sites and pages - all marine related links to websites. |
www.cruiser.co.za |
  |
Colsmith Cruising/Sailing |
Collection of links related to sailing, with a particular emphasis on catamarans, vacation spots, parts and boats vendors, and other useful information. |
home.att.net |
  |
Sports, Outdoor, Water - Cruising/Sailing Holiday Brochures |
Birdwatching, Cricket, Cruising/Sailing, Cycling, Diving, Extreme Sports ... Cruising/Sailing Holiday Brochures, Displaying: 1 to 10 (of 48 Brochures) ... |
www.catalink.com |
  |
Cruising/Sailing - Sports, Outdoor, Water from Travel Brochures ... |
All Holiday Subcategories, Birdwatching, Cricket, Cruising/Sailing, Cycling, Diving ... Cruising/Sailing Brochures, Displaying: 1 to 10 (of 46 Brochures) ... |
www.travelbrochures.co.uk |
  |
Cruising/Sailing - Sports, Outdoor, Water from Travel Brochures ... |
All Holiday Subcategories, Birdwatching, Cricket, Cruising/Sailing, Cycling, Diving ... Cruising/Sailing Brochures, Displaying: 31 to 40 (of 46 Brochures) ... |
www.travelbrochures.co.uk |
  |
Cruising: Sailing solo |
Cruising: Sailing solo. Wednesday, November 9, 2005. The perks and drawbacks of sailing solo. By Peter McNally. For Peter McNally, a 48-year-old single ... |
travel.ninemsn.com.au |
  |
New List: 98-07-07: CHANGE: Worldcruising - Global Cruising, Sailing, |
We're currently in the process of extending our reach to access a large database of cruising / sailing information through the Internet. ... |
scout.wisc.edu |
  |
Travel » Cruising Sailing » Absolute Article Directory |
Absolute Article Directory: Travel, Cruising Sailing. |
www.absolutearticle.com |
  |
Cruising South African Sailing :: The online destination for ... |
http://cruising.sailing.org.za/. Navigate. · Home · The Grab Bag · Cruising Abroad · Boat Registration. Cruising Menu ... |
cruising.sailing.org.za |
  |
Pembrokeshire Cruising sailing school |
RYA sailing school, training, yacht charter and cruising holidays in Pembrokeshire, Wales. |
www.pembrokeshirecruising.co.uk |
  |
Cruising Sailing |
when it comes to a great vacation, having acruise with the family can be a great choice. and, |
www.rumorist.com |
  |
- Cruising-Sailing |
By Carey O'Reily | On August 20, 2005 | In Cruising-Sailing | Rated ... By | On July 28, 2006 | In Cruising-Sailing | Rated ... |
www.articlebar.com |
  |
Tagged Feed - Cruising, sailing and boating FAQ's delivered in RSS ... |
Cruising, sailing and boating FAQ's delivered in RSS news feeds. -. All you ever wanted to know about sailing, cruising and boating but did not know where ... |
www.feedalley.com |
  |
Sailing Specialties - Cruising, Sailing & Sport Fishing Boats |
HOME. #1 in both Sales & Service! Discount sailing lessons for new boat buyers - provided by Sail the Sounds. Hunter 27 · Hunter 38 · Hunter 44 AC ... |
www.sailingspecialties.com |
  |
Absolute Stock Photo - People - Cruising - Sailing - Sailboat ... |
Photo of People - Cruising - Sailing - Sailboat - Transportation. sailboat gulf of mexico ocean sea horizon sailing water sailing sails texas boat boating ... |
www.absolutestockphoto.com |
  |
|