I love the month of January…not for the weather here…but because it represents a new beginning with a fresh start to live out our plans to realize our hopes and dreams!  I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we've embarked on together in 2023.   What a glorious year it was! 

It's been a year filled with personal growth, self-discovery, and so many new opportunities to be part of memorable moments in each of my clients’ lives through this work I do and the beautiful diamonds, gems, and jewelry I offer.  I am beyond grateful for you and my passion for my work continues to grow and flourish.  

I have big plans and dreams for 2024!  I hope you’re dreaming big too!  I’m ready to embrace my potential and take my life and work to new heights!  I’ve discovered more avenues and resources to excite and engage my clients with always the most heart-centered intention to continue to cultivate relationships and touch more people’s lives.

 

Thank you for a great 2023!  I look forward to connecting with you in 2024 and sharing some of the unique and fun ways I can help you create beautiful and lasting memories through fine diamonds and jewelry. 

Some swear by a natural diamond’s protective and healing powers. There are stories and traditions throughout history which support these long-held beliefs.

 

“It’s no wonder the ancient Greeks believed diamonds were splinters from stars that fell from the sky. Just imagine what it was like when ancient peoples first spotted a glistening rough diamond among the rocks. It must have appeared supernatural.

 

Since time immemorial, man has believed diamonds had cosmic energy. Ancient Egyptians believed diamonds represented the sun and signified power and courage. In India, they were considered divine objects and worn as a talisman to ward off evil spirits. Other cultures thought the stone’s brilliance meant a diamond could illuminate the mind and provide clarity. Inherently the hardest natural substance, the Greeks named diamonds adamas or unconquerable, and wore them into battle as a symbol of strength and protection.”

 

I invite you to click the link to the full story on the energetic powers of diamonds. Then take pause…and think about how you actually feel when wearing your beautiful diamond jewelry. Stronger? Protected? More Focused?

 

 

I’m kicking off 2024 with a much needed upcoming vacation to Costa Rica…the ultimate place for rest & relaxation…mixed with adventures of exploring the country, hiking, zip-lining, hot springs rejuvenation, and even driving those roads is a fun challenge!

 

I’ve got a few jewelry trade shows lined up to keep up with the latest trends and a goal of meeting a few select new vendors to partner with to bring unique designs to you. Vintage is certainly trending so I will also hit the antique and collectibles shows to see what unusual one-of-a-kind pieces I can snag. 

 

Our Private VIP Jewelry Trunk shows last fall were wildly successful so there will definitely be a few more events planned for this year too! My goal is to bring new vendors to you which don’t have a presence here so what you will find with me…you will not find anywhere else in the area. I’ll give you a hint on one possibility…an amazing jewelry designer from India who gets her inspiration for her designs when she’s doing meditation or yoga. Her creations are so spiritually uplifting and gorgeous!  Timely pieces to be worn while doing your everyday life.

 

Natural earth mined diamonds vs. lab grown diamonds are both showing great demand. I offer both choices to my clients along with the education they need to make the best buying decision for their particular needs.   

 

I’m amping up my jewelry appraisal and valuation services for insurance and estate clients. It’s not unusual to only have a few qualified appraisal experts in an area, and as a Graduate Gemologist, I am definitely an expert in this area. 

I want to talk to you about the importance of entering 2024 with the right mindset. The right mindset can be our “superpower”! The power of our mindset cannot be underestimated. It shapes our perceptions, influences decisions, and ultimately determines the course of our lives.

 

Now, at the beginning of a new year, it’s a perfect time to pause and assess where we stand mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. For when we are balanced and have this in check, we have prepared ourselves for the limitless potential a brand-new year brings. When we cultivate a positive and growth-oriented mindset, we open the doors to infinite possibilities. It's like giving ourselves the keys to a treasure chest filled with our dreams and aspirations.

 

Think positive!  Believe in yourself! Dream big friends!