LAURA'S TREASURES

The Royal Wedding and Kiss on Balcony

Fri, 13 May 2011 00:58:42 +0000

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Silver Bracelets for Women – An Enduring Tradition

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 19:26:39 +0000

Silver bracelets have been important for women everywhere as a simple but essential fashion accessory. Silver will always have a large following, even if gold is considered a more precious metal. Silver jewelry has held its own for many centuries in many countries and royal courts. This is understandable.

There is something naturally appealing and compelling about this precious metal. It can also shine in a very lustrous manner. If you're interested in silver bracelets for women, read on, as we'll be covering a few facts and suggestions you'll find helpful.

Silver bracelets are a versatile fashion accessory. Once in a while you will find yourself struggling to find a perfect piece of jewelry to compliment your outfit. The easiest choice is something silver. Silver is not only highly functional but also highly elegant. If you don't have a silver bracelet, then you should try at least one and see if we're not right about this. You'll find a greater selection of simple less adorned styles.

Custom made silver jewelry is an exciting possibility worth considering when it comes to silver bracelets for women. You can get a truly memorable and unique silver bracelet when it's been custom made for you.

A custom made silver bracelet can be a true work of art that will be like no other piece in the world. If you have a chance to have custom silver jewelry made for you by a qualified jewelry maker, you should not pass up such an opportunity. That is the true level of personalization with jewelry, and when you think about it, that is how it was in the royal courts centuries and eons ago.

It is factual that silver bracelets for women can be the most bargain hunter friendly out there. You can come across some that are very reasonable in price and work well within your budget, which is critical during these times. Still, gobs of business haven't stopped selling imitation silver which is something we still can't quite identify with. So, what you want to do each time you're searching for silver bracelets to purchase is to look really closely for markings. The markings you want to always see is, S. S., and of course that stands for "Sterling Silver." Well, that seems to make a lot of sense and it does. But seriously, that is how you can spot bona fide silver bracelets and other silver jewelry.

On top of the S.S. mark, you will generally see the silver grade of the material.

Always keep in mind that silver is frequently replicated, which seems curious to us, particularly since silver is a rather cheap metal. Yet, when you buy silver bracelets, you need to determine if you are actually getting authentic Sterling silver.

Unconditional Love in Marriage

Contributor — Tue, 08 Feb 2011 15:40:16 +0000

When my turn came to identify my ideal relationship, I thought of my dog. My dog has very simple needs, and it is the ultimate ego-boost for me when I get home at night and I am greeted in such an enthusiastic fashion. I don’t know of any others that greet me so enthusiastically night after night. No matter how long I have been away from the house or no matter how my day has been. I call this unconditional love.

So what is unconditional love?

Unconditional love is the type of love that comes without conditions. It is the type of love that you have for your partner when the romantic, hollywood-style love is gone. Once the romantic love is gone you make the transition to "real" love. Real love is love you have for your partner despite the knowledge that they are not perfect. You know your partner has faults. You know your partner is not perfect. You know your partner makes mistakes sometimes, but that’s okay. You still love them. This is unconditional love.

The same thing applies to you however in looking at your partner’s faults. You acknowledge that you are the same. You have faults. You are not perfect. You know you make mistakes sometimes, but that’s okay. That’s called self-acceptance, and you expect unconditional love to overcome the faults and imperfections that people have.

So what do you get from this then? Should we all go out and get dogs to teach us something about unconditional love? Maybe there is a lesson to be learnt here. We all clutter our lives with trials and tribulations, and there is the temptation to let our issues rule our lives.

But if you are serious about saving your marriage you need to put the clutter to one side and let your unconditional love come through. It is okay to have faults and make mistakes. And love will conquer them all.

Have a think about unconditional love and how you can apply this realization to your relationship.

This post is brought to you by Author, Amy Waterman at Save My Marriage Today.

Cute Ideas For Valentines Day

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 22:15:14 +0000

Cute Ideas For Valentines Day

If you're single and are not aware of what to do on Valentine's Day then you definately need not sit around feeling sorry by yourself! There's no reason why Valentine's Day can't be enjoyable for singles along with couples. In case you are stuck for ideas, listed below are SIX to get you going.

1) Ignore It!

Valentine's Day is simply an arbitrary date on the calendar. It doesn't indicate anything at all that you happen to be solo on this Valentine's Day, so why not just ignore it and handle it just like any other day of the year? Lots of other people will be doing the same.

2) Share It With A Friend

If you've got a friend who does not really know what to do on Valentine's Day, why not have a "date" together? It's a entertaining way to spend time with someone you care about. Simply because you may not be in love doesn't mean you shouldn't celebrate the different kind of love you feel for your friends!

3) Pamper Yourself

Why not spend time showing yourself some love? Buy some smelly bath salts, some nice candles, candies and wine and spend the evening indulging yourself. After you've had a good relaxing bath, warm up under a blanket and watch a movie while eating your chocolates and indulging on some much needed me-time.

4) Go Out And Meet New People

If you want to know what to do on Valentine's Day, have a look to discover what's happening in your neighborhood. Numerous venues set up speed dating, parties and club nights for singles on Valentine's Day. They really are a perfect place to meet new people, or just have a evening of enjoyment. Being single on Valentine's Day can often be a positive!

5) Ask Someone Out

If there's another person you've had your eye on, Valentine's Day is the great reason to ask them out. Demonstrate to them that you're a not-so-secret admirer and ask them out for supper or to the movies. If all goes well then it'll be a Valentine's Day to remember. If you don't hit it off, at least you will have had an enjoyable Valentine’s Day!

6) Host An Anti-Valentine's Day Party

If you really dislike Valentine's Day then why not turn this hatred into something entertaining? Host an anti-Valentine's party where hearts, candy, flowers and cards are all banned! You can even make a list of all the stuff you cherish with regards to being single.

Being single actually can be quite a positive thing on Valentine's Day. If you find yourself thinking about what to do on Valentine's Day, the choice really is yours, and yours alone!

Tahitian Pearl Strands

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 08:28:40 +0000

Tahitian pearls are the second most expensive pearls in the business. They are expensive because of their rarity and unique color.

Its name is derived from the fact that most of these pearls can be found in Tahiti and other pacific islands. The black pearl oyster or the Pinctada margaritifera are abundant in these areas and is where the Tahitian pearls are harvested from.

The rarity of the pearl is due to the small volume of pearls that can be cultured at a time. This is because of the sensitivity of the oysters to the conditions of its environment. These oysters also die easily.

Tahitian pearls are also called black pearls because it is the color it is mostly made of. But there are other colors that these pearls can be made of. These colors are peacock, green, black green, dark green, eggplant, blue, and grey.

This difference from the conventional white colored pearls gives it a unique look and the darker color gives it a more elegant style. Also, the different color makes it possible for the user to match the jewelry with different dress colors and styles.

Since, these pearls are more expensive than most pearls; one has to take caution choosing which ones are the best. One must make sure that they are real. To be more secure and for one to be sure that the pearls one are buying are real, one can buy at reputable stores. One can also have it looked at by a professional jeweller to determine the authenticity of the jewelry.