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What I Did This Weekend! (5/15/12)
Over this Mother's Day weekend, my own Mom was gone on a bus tour of "Famous Bus Depots of North America". Hmmm? Anyway..., so I took advantage of the extra time to complete a few tasks that I had been avoiding.
First, I sat down at the computer, dusted off the old manuscripts, and completed my long awaited, and soon to be best selling book, "The All Bacon Diet"!
Next, it was on to the Piano where I finished Franz Schubert's Unfinished Symphony #8 in B-flat. After almost 200 years, somebody had to!
Then I got to work on a little problem that's been bugging me for a while. I admit I haven't quite solved it yet, but I'm very close to figuring out this whole "Cold Fusion" thing.
Finally, with just a couple of hours remaining I put on my thinking cap and came up with a solution to the ages old question, "Who's living in Grant's tomb?"
So, what did you do this weekend?
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The Universe! (5/08/12)
The universe does what it does. You cannot control it. You cannot change it. Try as you might to avoid it, the Universe will have it's way. It has been like this since before the dawn of civilization, and it will remain like this long after we are gone. The Universe flows along a path of certainty, in which there are no variations. Like a river it flows, constant and powerful, endlessly beautiful, coldly impatient. We are subject to the whims of the Universe, and despite our best efforts to the contrary, we must obey.
While we cannot truly understand the intricacies of the Universe, we can begin to understand our place within it. And in its own unique way, the Universe speaks to us. In fact, the Universe is speaking to us now. The message is simple and clear, and if you listen closely, you can hear it. The message? ...Call Your Mother!
Happy Mother's Day!
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A Little History! (5/01/12)
The JewelrySupply.com building sits atop a hill in the middle of an Oak greenbelt, about halfway between two early California Gold mining towns, Sacramento and Marysville. Few people know it, but it was not the first building on this site. In 1848, weary settlers by the name of George and Penelope Lyon, having just arrived from Philadelphia, built a small cabin and staked their claim on this very spot. With plenty of stately Oak Trees, a nearby creek, and a Pony Express route only a hundred yards to the east, it seemed an ideal location.
Once the cabin was finished, they went to work digging a mine. Although the work was very hard, and took several years, eventually they reached pay dirt. Penelope was first to see it; a large deposit of Gold Jump Rings! With a little more digging came rich deposits of Sterling Silver Clasps, Pewter Charms, and even some Base Metal Findings! They had hit the Mother Lode!
George and Penelope happily operated the mine for many more years, until finally, they retired, and the mine went quiet. It remained that way until, in the early 1980's it was acquired by JewelrySupply.com. Using modern tools and innovative technology, the mine was re-opened, and has been running non-stop ever since. In fact, just last year a new vein was discovered, chock full of Sterling Filled Findings!
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JewelrySupply.com Spring Cleaning Sale! (4/24/12)
Legal notice: The above statement does not imply any employees of JewelrySupply Inc, or its subsidiaries, are in any way, shape, or form, actually cleaning anything. Further, during the time frame of the JewelrySupply Spring Cleaning Sale; no employees who suffer from seasonal allergies, or for reasons unknown to management, may have a general aversion to actual Spring Cleaning, will be asked to do any additional tasks including, but not limited to; dusting, sweeping, sorting, or vacuuming.
No animals were used in the creation of our Spring Cleaning Sale, although Hudson the Bead Dog continues to roam freely about the building doing whatever it is that dogs do all day.
Finally, any resemblance of the JewelrySupply Spring Cleaning Sale to other Spring Cleaning Sales is strictly a coincidence, and in no way reflects the position of management with regard to Spring Cleaning Sales in general, or apparently, the family of Dust Bunnies living under my desk.
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The Migration! (4/17/12)
It's Spring, and soon the annual migration of the Lace Winged Beader will begin. Throughout Winter the Beader has been hidden away, not in hibernation, but instead working quietly in their dens and work spaces, creating exciting new designs. Now, with the onset of Spring, and as the Sun begins to warm the ground and melt the snow, the migration begins.
Once, the Winged Lace Beader was thought to be near extinction. But, thanks to the efforts of Beading Societies across the nation, and with the help of a select few Bead Suppliers, the Beader population has grown by leaps and bounds!
From the vast, open plains of the heartland, to the cities of concrete and steel they come, each with their own unique look. Some, in simple earth tones of Leather or Cara Horn. Others, in bright, shiny colors of Lillypilly or Swarovski. Yet all share a singular purpose to make beautiful Jewelry.
For many, its why they were born, and they are driven by a passion that cannot be denied. Others look only to find a simple elegance in their creations. Yet all are drawn together by some irresistible force, this need to share, to give, to create. They are Beaders, a rare and special creature indeed!
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The Egger Games! (4/09/12)
After coming so close the last two years, this was going to be my year to win the annual Easter Egg Hunt! I'd worked hard in the off season, driven by last year's embarrassing defeat at the hands of my 4 year old niece. I ran several miles each week to build up my stamina. I lifted small weights to build up my strength. I even practiced two hours each day, putting Eggs into a basket, in an effort to improve on my quickness! My workout regimen was difficult, and time consuming, but I knew that I had to be at my very best if I was going to take home the title.
The reigning champion, and a formidable opponent, was my niece. Now a full year older, at 5 years of age, she had the finely honed skills of a world class Egger. Oh, there were plenty of other contestants in the race. But we both knew that ultimately it would come down to the two of us. I glanced to my right. There she was, looking angelic in her pink dress, synthetic white leather buckle-up shoes with matching bows, and pretty pink and white ribbons holding back her loosely braided hair. But I wasn't fooled for a second. I knew, under all that sugar and spice and everything nice, beat the heart of a true Egger.
And so it began. The bell sounded and we were off! Most of the competitors, particularly the two and three year olds, had failed to prepare any kind of strategy, and wandered aimlessly, picking up anything that caught their eye, including the occasional bug. It quickly became a two Egger race, exactly as I had anticipated. While I had the advantage of size and age, my niece was a gifted huntress, with Egging instincts rarely seen in one so young. Personally, I prefer the long used Egging technique of holding the basket in one hand, while deftly picking up each Egg with the other. My niece however, uses a very unconventional style of setting her basket down, then Egging with both hands. While her technique is faster than my own, she runs the risk of occasionally tipping over her basket, wasting valuable time re-Egging. Plus, there is always the danger of walking off towards the next target, and forgetting your basket. But this year, we were both flawless in our Egging, and soon found ourselves turning into the final stretch, side by side, with exactly the same number of Eggs.
With just a few Eggs left to find, I plucked a colorful blue Egg from a low hanging branch. She countered with a high-point double Egg combo hidden in the flower bed. I quickly evened the score with a nice pick off the fence post, but she performed a classic pick of her own, plucking a green Egg right off the swing set. As I grabbed another blue Egg from the fountain, and turned towards the finish line, I could see a bright orange Egg sitting in the crook of a tree, too high for my worthy opponent to reach. I was certain that with her tiny steps, she couldn't possibly catch me before I grabbed the Egg and crossed the finish line.
But just as I reached out to pluck the winning Egg from it's resting place, I stumbled, knocking the Egg from it's perch! As I watched in abject horror, the Egg fell towards the ground below. Suddenly a tiny pink figure skittered past me, basket in hand, neatly catching the falling Egg, and we crossed the finish line in a virtual tie.
I knew, even before the final tally, that I had once again been Egged out by the Pink Princess.
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Where Are They Now? (4/03/12)
With Easter just around the corner, our JewelrySupply Research Team came up with these surprising facts about your favorite Bunnies:
Did you know the Easter Bunny and the Cadbury Bunny are fraternal twins? Or that the Energizer Bunny's baby picture was originally featured on the Gerber's Baby Food jars? It's true!
If you haven't seen Peter Rabbit, Br'er Rabbit or Bugs Bunny for a while, they formed a Jazz trio and are now the house band at "The Briar Patch", where they back the voluptuous Jessica Rabbit! She performs two shows a night, plus a matinee on Saturday! Be sure to catch the late show, if you get a chance!
Remember the White Rabbit and the March Hare from Alice In Wonderland? Turns out they were both female, although I understand it's difficult to tell with rabbits.
I loved Jimmy Stewart's six foot tall friend, Harvey the Rabbit. He's now retired and living comfortably in Pompano Beach, Florida.
And who can forget cute little Thumper from the Bambi movies. Did you know he was married for a time to the Playboy Bunny? He has a "tell all" book due out in the Fall.
Sadly, we lost Peter Cottontail last year in a tragic accident while "hopping down the Bunny Trail". Apparently, he took a wrong turn and ended up on the Wile E Coyote Trail instead. He will be missed.
On a lighter note, after all these years the Hare finally figured out how to beat the Tortoise in a race! And the Trix Rabbit recently received his own star on the Hollywood Hop of Fame!
Unfortunately, some Bunnies have had less than successful show business careers, like Ricochet Rabbit and Berry Bunny. Both of them are out of show business and working in real estate. And poor Roger Rabbit hasn't been able to find any acting work in years! Oh sure, a few Off Broadway parts, but after being type-cast as a dumb Bunny, the roles just seemed to disappear. Things are looking up for him though. He's gotten his teaching credentials and is engaged to the Bead Bunny, who works in our Accounting department.
Anyway...stay tuned for next weeks issue...."Cartoon Lions and Tigers and Bears"....oh my!
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Say What? (3/20/12)
So, like, SWMBO split early and like, UNO, told me to write something for the weekly email, and have it ready @TEOTD. But, OMG! I'm like, so BOOMS! WE! Without an AITR, UGWYG. Anyway, nobody said this was an AFZ, and I have to FBICL, so here's the weekly email:
Czech Glass Beads, Gift Bags, Copper Beads and Stringing Material...On Sale, and 2G2BT!
There, now that the weekly email is finished, IGGTTM!
Remember, you always get like, you know, like, the most unbelievable Products and the best prices A3 at JSC! C4N! CUL8R!
Translation for the text challenged:
So, like, (She Who Must Be Obeyed) split early and like, (You Know), told me to write something for the weekly email, and have it ready (At The End Of The Day.) But, (Oh My God!) I'm like, so (Bored Out Of My Skull!) (What Everrrr.) Without an (Adult In The Room), (You Get What You Get.) Anyway, nobody said this was an (Acronym Free Zone), and I have to (Finish Before I Can Leave), so here's the weekly email;
Czech Glass Beads, Gift Bags, Copper Beads and Stringing Material... On Sale, and (Too Good To Be True!)
There, now that the weekly email is finished, (I Gotta Get To The Mall!)
Remember, you always get like, you know, like, the most unbelievable products and the best prices (Anywhere, Anyplace, Anytime) at (JewelrySupply.com)! (Ciao For Now!) (See You Later!)
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St. Patrick's Day! (3/14/12)
Our crack research team at JewelrySupply.com has come up with some very interesting facts about St Patrick's Day, and some of them might even be true! So, without further adieu, here's our "Top Ten List of Little Known St Patrick's Day Facts"
1) The color blue, not green, from Ireland's Presidential flag was originally associated with St Patrick's Day. It was changed to green much later, possibly linked to Ireland's independence movement, but more likely because no one in their right mind would drink blue Beer!
2) The very first St. Patrick's Day parade took place in 1737, in Boston, Massachusetts. Strangely enough, Leprechauns were banned from participating.
3) Each year since 1962 green dye has been poured into the Chicago River, turning the river a bright emerald green. Really? Who's the genius that thought up this environmental disaster?
4) The popular 60's rock group, The Blarney Stone's, had a hit with "Satisfaction."
5) Government researchers say that there are about 10,000 regular three-leaf clovers for every lucky four-leaf clover. It's certainly good to know our tax dollars aren't being wasted!
6) In Ireland, children wear orange to celebrate St Patrick's Day, as mischievous Fairies are more likely to steal children who wear too much green. So Fairies are kind of like the Fashion Police?
7) St Patrick is credited with driving the snakes out of Ireland, but actually, there have never been any snakes in Ireland-too cold!
8) Actual Leprechauns stand about 2ft 6inches and rarely wear green. They also tend to be a bit surly when you ask them how they enjoyed Disneyland. I think it's something to do with the "You Must Be This Tall..." signs in front of all the rides.
9) There are 49 recognized shades of green. Well actually there are 50, but I refuse to acknowledge the existence of Brussels Sprout Green.
10) In an effort to generate additional revenue, the Government is now taxing all Pots-O-Gold at a 38% rate.
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A Cup of Coffee! (3/06/12)
I've noticed a serious problem at JewelrySupply.com lately, and most likely, at homes and businesses everywhere... It is the unacceptable waste of Spoons while making a cup of Coffee! Now, I realize, on the surface, it doesn't seem like much of a problem. You get a cup of coffee, grab a Spoon, stir, then return to your previous task, leaving the Spoon behind. But over time, the Spoon count continues to rise! One day alone, I counted 5 metal Spoons, thirteen Plastic Spoons, and a stick. I'm not sure what the stick was for, but I counted it anyway.
So, I decided to start a new organization. One in which anyone can join. You don't have to register. You don't have to attend meetings. You don't have to wear a goofy rainbow colored hat, or a special ribbon. And best of all, membership is free!
"One Spoon, One World".
Pretty catchy, isn't it? Now, I'm sure you want to know how you can become a member. Well, it's easy. First, get yourself a Spoon. Any Spoon will do. You don't need a fancy Sterling Silver Spoon. A regular Stainless Steel Spoon is just fine. Heck, even a Plastic Spoon is good. One rule though; absolutely no Sporks! Those things are just too weird!
Keep your Spoon with you at all times. Grabbing a cup of Coffee on the run? Your Spoon is at the ready. Coffee at the office? Stir away, Mate! A spot of Tea before bed? Feel free to dip once, then dip again!
I can see the personalize Spoon market taking off like wildfire! Etch your initials into your Spoon, add Swarovski Crystals, make a Spoon Pendant and matching Spoon Earrings... Oh, this is going to be big!
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The Oscar Goes To... (2/28/12)
I'm sure many of you know that not all Oscars are given out during the televised Academy Awards show. Many less prestigious, yet no less worthy Oscars are given out at other venues in the days leading up to the big show.
This year, JewelrySupply.com was proud to be nominated in the "Video Shorts and How To" category. Filmed entirely on location, and featuring an outstanding performance by legendary British actress, Dame Sarah Vee, "The Viking Knit' is a delightfully entertaining story of a young girl's coming of age during the renaissance era.
Unfortunately, this beautiful and uplifting video was beaten out for the coveted Oscar by some black and white, silent film called, "The Artist". Are you kidding me? You're too cheap to use color film, you have no dialogue, and you win the Oscar? Uh, I mean, congratulations. I'm sure it's a lovely, cinematic work of art.
Anyway, if you get the chance, check out "The Viking Knit" video. It's one of the most fun and creative Jewelry Making videos you'll ever see.
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The Flight? (2/21/12)
The "Boss" thought it would be a good learning experience for me to meet with some new suppliers. Ordinarily I would not be happy about working all weekend, but since the meeting was in Las Vegas I thought, hey, I can take one for the team! So Friday afternoon I boarded a plane from Sacramento, bound for Las Vegas.
The flight was delayed for about an hour, due to some unknown technical glitch, but soon, we were off and flying! Not long after leaving Sacramento, the problem re-occurred, and we were diverted to Fresno, where we landed without incident. Unfortunately, there were no more planes flying out of Fresno that night, so we had to stay over at a nearby hotel.
The following morning we awoke to learn our plane had been grounded for a mechanical review, and the only flight leaving Fresno for Las Vegas was already overbooked. So, the "Airline" decided we would be bussed all the way from Fresno to Los Angeles, where we would catch a late afternoon flight to Las Vegas. We boarded the bus just after lunch, and headed off to LA. But as luck would have it, we made it only about halfway up the Grapevine Highway before a mechanical problem put our bus, and us, on the side of the road. I did my best to maintain my composure, and with the other passengers, settled in for what turned out to be another four hour wait until a replacement bus could arrive. Eventually, the new bus arrived, and we completed the trip to LA without further problems.
Once arriving at LAX, we were informed there were no direct flights available from LA to Las Vegas. The "Airline's" solution was to put us on a plane bound for Salt Lake City, where we would pick up more passengers, then fly directly on to Las Vegas. We boarded the plane at about 10:00pm, and took off for Salt Lake City. Finally!
After my long day I needed a little down time, so I closed my eyes for a short nap. Some time later, I awoke to the sound of our wheels hitting the runway! I admit, having just awakened, I was a little disoriented, but something wasn't right! I was clearly in a familiar looking airport, but where were the lights, the sounds, the excitement of Las Vegas? I glanced at my watch. The time was 2:15am. As we de-boarded the plane I asked a fellow passenger what was going on. She explained that the plane was experiencing a technical problem and that we had once again been diverted from our Las Vegas destination. It was at that moment I realized why the airport seemed so familiar to me. We had definitely been diverted all right…. all the way back to Sacramento! I guess this is what they really mean by "Round Trip"!
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The Package! (2/14/12)
Weeks ago I received a mysterious package, with instructions to secure it under lock and key, and then, bring it with me to a dinner party on Tuesday, the 14th.
When I arrived, I found a number of family members already there, waiting for me to join them. We enjoyed a delightful dinner, and our Hostess was quite charming! As dinner ended, the package was placed directly in the center of the table. I could feel a palpable tension begin to overtake the room.
There we were. Three generations of family members, each with our own reasons to be here. I searched the room for any signs of weakness, or any hint as to who would make the first move. Would it be the Quiet One? I've always heard you need to watch the Quiet One's, but there was no indication she was ready to make a move. What about the Young One? While he clearly lacked the experience needed for a job like this, he had the advantage of youth on his side. Could it be the Blonde One? Pretty, but hardly a threat to anyone, although I did notice she was holding a carefully folded napkin, and seemed a bit on edge. What about the Old Woman? No, she was so tiny and frail, it couldn't possibly be her.
I looked back at our Hostess. Was this a clever plot designed to bring us all together, where we would unknowingly provide her with a rock solid alibi? Yet, she seemed coolly indifferent to the presence of the package. It couldn't be her. And it certainly wasn't me! I had diligently watched over the package for several weeks, while it had been locked away in a secure location, known only to a few select security personnel.
I watched, and waited. Oddly, no one seemed interested in the package. It was almost like it didn't exist. Then, without warning, the Young One made his move! But as he reached across the table for the package, the Old Woman deftly deflected his hand! Her lightning quick reflexes momentarily surprised everyone, and before we knew what had happened, she had ripped the package open! Suddenly, there were hands flying in from everywhere, grabbing creamy morsels and chewy nougats of Chocolaty goodness! As I fought my way to the center of the table, I realized it had been a set up all along! They were all in on it! The Quiet One, the Young One, the Old One, the Blonde One, even the Hostess!
And me? Well, I may not have been in on the plot, but I was as guilty as anyone. But, it's only Chocolate Guilt. I can live with it.
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I Waited! (1/31/12)
I waited. And I waited. For seven hours I stood outside on a frigidly cold January night. The "greatest night-time fluorescent multi-colored Northern Lights electrical display in the last 100 years", that's what the reporters said! I should never have listened to them.
Oh sure, I saw plenty of stars, and planets. I even saw this weird, oval shaped, silver thing that came careening across the sky, then suddenly changed direction and flew off into the distance. Yeah, I guess it was kind of interesting. But I was out there to experience the Aurora Borealis! Due to a massive solar radiation burst from the sun, the Earth's magnetic field would be putting on a performance like never before. A once in a lifetime light show that would be seen by almost everyone in the whole world! So I waited. Then, I waited some more.
At one point I thought it was beginning to happen, but I soon realized it was just the neighbor's porch light flickering. Finally, after almost seven hours, I gave up. I was cold, tired, and disillusioned by the whole experience. I mean really, where do they get this stuff? Sun spots, space radiation, solar storms, little green men. Oh wait, that last one's true! I mean, just how gullible do they think we are? Next time there's a big Cosmic event, I think I'll just wait for the movie. Hollywood always seems to do a better job with special effects, anyway!
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The Big Game! (1/24/12)
Okay, I know you're (a) happy (b) sad that your team (a) won (b) lost the big game on Sunday, and (a) will be (b) won't be going to the Super Bowl. It's certainly (a) exciting (b) depressing, when you root for them all season, and they (a) reward you, (b) disappoint you in the end, by (a) winning, (b) losing, in such a dramatic fashion! It was an (a) amazing (b) awful day of football, with (a) plenty of (b) not enough, snacks and beverages, and (a) far too many, (b) definitely far too many, family members around, (a) sharing, (b) screwing up your carefully planned day, watching (a) your team (b) somebody else's team, celebrate their victory!
A hearty (a) congratulations (b) !$*#%!, and best of luck in the Super Bowl! I know I'll be (a) watching (b) shopping! And hey! Even if your team didn't win, there's always (a) next year, (b) never, ever, again!
This (a) important (b) boring message has been brought to you by the (a) hard working (b) lazy news and sports department of JewelrySupply.com!
And while you are (a) celebrating (b) mourning the loss by hiding in the darkened bedroom and refusing to come out, check out the (a) great prices (b) really great prices on Beads, Findings, Tools, and more!
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Thirteen Days, Seventeen Hours, Thirty-Six Minutes! (1/17/12)
That's how long it lasted. Hardly a satisfactory personal achievement, let alone an exemplary representation of self control. Oh sure, I could claim excessive pressure from outside influences. Or, perhaps I could lay the blame at the feet of others, for their unwillingness to participate in my own self imposed new standards. Alas, there is no one to blame but myself, and my own personal weaknesses. Still, it's hard to imagine that so many New Year Resolutions could fall in such a short time!
Salty snack treats. Well, that's where it began, anyway. Those first few bites of Potato Chips were like the first cracks in the dam wall. And once the wall came down, it was like a flood of biblical proportions! The 2-1/2 pound bag of chips was quickly followed by Pizza, a couple of glasses of wine, and some M&M's. The rest of my New Year resolutions were soon washed away in the torrent! I missed a scheduled 3 mile run, a Yoga class, and a self-improvement lecture on Motivational Speaking at the Community College.
Instead, I spent the entire weekend laying in bed, watching a marathon of reality television shows, including Mob Wives, Real Housewives (both Atlanta and Beverly Hills!) several episodes of Celebrity Ghost Stories, and the entire first season of Gold Rush. Clearly, I had hit rock bottom.
But, the indomitable human spirit survives, and this morning I awoke to a new day, and a new attitude! New Year Resolutions are admirable, and it's good to set goals for ourselves. But it's okay to just be who we are. In the immortal words of Stuart Smalley; "I'm good enough. I'm smart enough. And doggone it, people like me!"
Now, please pass the Pasta!
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It's Over! (1/10/12)
It's over. No more presents. No more Holiday parties. No more wearing the most outrageous Christmas sweaters money can buy. No more incoming shipments of Fudge from relatives you can't remember, but will never forget. No more "Holiday Skating Spectaculars" on TV. No more short work weeks with Holiday pay. It's over. Let it go.
Time to take the fake Antlers off of the family car, and find somewhere to store that 40 foot tall, air filled, blow-up Rudolph currently laying collapsed on the front lawn. Time to risk life and limb taking down the half mile string of Holiday lights from the roof of the house. Oh, on a personal note, to my neighbors; Did you ever think to tell me that I had strung the lights backwards, and everyone who drove by was actually reading "The First LEON"!
Yes, it's over. It was a good ride though, wasn't it? Sure, there will be other Holidays. Other parties. Other all night shopping sprees. Other Green Bean Casseroles. But I'll always remember this one. That is, if I don't electrocute myself yet again, while taking down the Christmas Tree!
Here's to you, and the start of a great New Year!
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A Christmas Story! (12/20/11)
It snowed forever. The town square, usually filled with travelers and trades people joyfully going about their business, was empty, and strangely silent. The stores and taverns, once warm and inviting, were now shuttered closed, and the cold, gray winter seemed as though it would never end. Any flicker of hope was lost, buried under a thick blanket of snow. No one smiled. No one dared to dream. No one cared.
At the edge of town, in an old wooden shed, a single, tiny candle burned, glowing softly against the cold and snowy night. Slowly, as the hours passed, the candle's flame grew stronger and brighter. By midnight it had grown bright enough to escape the old wooden shed, and began to light up even the darkest corners of the town. Curious citizens, stirred from their winter slumber by the strange light, began to emerge from their homes and move towards the edge of town, and the old wooden shed. They were soon followed by people from other towns and other villages. All were drawn by the light emanating from this ever increasing flame. No one could reason why the light existed, but that didn't seem to matter. As more and more people arrived, the candle's flame grew higher and stronger, until it was the brightest light visible in the night sky.
Over time, the light from this tiny candle's flame spread beyond towns and villages, beyond cities and countries, and beyond boundaries and borders. For those who were lost the light became a beacon to guide them safely home. For those who had no hope the light gave them reason to believe. For those who had no joy the light gave them love.
In just one night, this simple, tiny candle forever changed the world.
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Talking Turkey! (12/13/11)
Hello, I'd like to take this opportunity to clear up a few myths and misconceptions about my family, and the long standing role Turkeys have played in the holiday season. First of all, my name is not Tom. It's Walter. That's right, Walter Turkey. And to the best of my knowledge, there has never been anyone named Tom Turkey in our entire family history, going all the way back to when you people first crashed into that big rock over on the coast.
Second, we are not, I repeat not, just big Chickens. We don't walk like Chickens, we don't cluck like Chickens, and most importantly, (shudder) we don't taste like Chickens! Oh, by the way, we can fly. We just choose not to, as it seems so ostentatious.
Like people, we Turkeys enjoy frequent social gatherings during the holiday season. Everyone wears their finest holiday colors, and there's always a parade, where we take turns strutting and showing off our magnificent plumes. There are also games like chase, pin the tail, and of course, my personal favorite, the "Human Calling Contest"! I've won it two years in a row!
But it's not all fun and games. Each year we elect someone to represent our "Turkey Nation" in Washington, DC. It's a very prestigious position, but also one which can be fraught with danger. Most of our representatives who travel there are quickly "gobbled up" by the bureaucracy. But every once in a while some lucky bird receives a pardon and gets to live out their life in luxury!
Turkeys have made significant contributions to society as well. For instance, my uncle, Albert Turkey, invented the "Baster". And many years ago, Ben Franklin championed the noble Turkey as the official mascot of America. But those stupid Bald Eagles had a better agent, and we got edged out. And remember Yankee Doodle? Where would he be if he hadn't stuck one of our feathers in his cap?
So, the next time you're out and about, and you see a Turkey, please, invite him to dinner.
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The Copier! (12/06/11)
For some time I've been asking The Boss to give me more responsibility around here, and finally she gave in and gave me a new assignment. I was given the task of meeting with our local copier salesman, where I was to listen to his sales pitch, then politely tell him "thanks, but no thanks". The copier we currently have does an excellent job making copies, which is what it's supposed to do, so why would we want a new one?
Needless to say, the salesman was very convincing, and we now own the new and improved, Univac 4000! It's so much better than the old copier! It does everything from making coffee in the morning to tracking geo-synchronously orbiting satellites for the U S Government. It translates over 37 languages, can program your DVR, and personally greets you by name whenever you're in the vicinity. Oh, and the fluorescent green glow it makes a pretty good night light too!
Now, if I could only figure out how to make copies with it...
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Uncle Opie! (11/29/11)
Thanksgiving usually begins early in the day, when the preparations for a fabulous dinner begin. As the morning progresses, more people arrive and the kitchen begins to get crowded with laughter, work and food.
Just when it seems that there is no possible way to cram more people into such a small space, Uncle Opie arrives. You know him, right? Uncle Opie is the nickname the rest of the family gave him years ago, and it's short for "Uncle Opinion". Uncle Opie is the one person in any family who arrives, glass of wine in one hand, bottle in the other, and careens through the kitchen like a bull in a China shop, offering opinions on everything from preparation to presentation. Uncle Opie means well of course, but he doesn't seem to recognize there are already thirty-seven other people in the kitchen, working perfectly in concert with one another. Nevertheless, Uncle Opie jumps right into the middle of things, offering valuable tidbits of wisdom, such as; Too much salt… Not enough butter…Too over cooked… Not thick enough…and of course, the obligatory "You know what you oughta do!"
Soon though, Uncle Opie loses interest and wanders away from the kitchen and into the living room, where, he continues to offer his opinions on everything from the quality of the television set to the color of the football player's uniforms.
Eventually dinner is served, and glass in hand, Uncle Opie decides he should make the traditional Thanksgiving toast. True to form, he offers up an awkward soliloquy, managing to offend or embarrass everyone at the table in one fell swoop.
Fortunately, dinner is spectacular, and Uncle Opie is soon drowned out by the sounds of peace, harmony, and laughter. I guess the lesson here is; Thanksgiving is a wonderful day to spend with family and friends. But it's also a good reminder that there should always be room at the table for everyone, even, your Uncle Opie. After all, doesn't everybody have one?
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Turkey Day! (11/22/11)
Thursday is Thanksgiving! Here's our Top Ten Reasons to love Thanksgiving:
1) That first whiff of something wonderful coming from the kitchen.
2) Watching that dumb kid get his tongue stuck to the ice cold tether ball pole in "A Christmas Story".
3) Where else can you watch three NFL Football teams with a combined 7 wins and 23 losses all play on the same day?
4) It's the best day of the year to enjoy eating Turkey. Unless you are one, then it pretty much sucks!
5) Pumpkin Pie! Need I say more?
6) Playing football in the brisk fall weather. Although nowadays, the game is played indoors on a Nintendo, so nobody gets any real exercise and there's no chance of frostbite.
7) Listening to Uncle Earl snore his way through the entire day, occasionally waking up to exclaim, "Hey, I was watching that" the moment you change the channel.
8) Jimmy Stewart in "It's Wonderful Life".
9) Going for an afternoon walk. Not me of course, I like to enjoy the peace and quiet while everyone else is gone.
10) Taking a moment to be thankful for all we have: Family, Friends, and Freedom.
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The Politics of Beading! (11/15/11)
So, I decided to make a necklace. But, I only had a small selection of Donkey Beads and Elephant Beads, maybe enough to make a 16" necklace. Not enough beads for a 30" necklace, or even a 20" necklace, but just enough beads to make a 16" necklace. But I really wanted a 30" necklace, so I got to work stringing beads, confident that somehow, it would all work out in the end.
Along the way I began to realize that I might not be able to finish the necklace with the number of beads I had. I couldn't buy or borrow more beads to make my necklace reach 30 inches, as that would drive up the cost, making it so expensive no one could afford it. Nevertheless, I continued stringing towards my goal of a 30" necklace.
In stringing the necklace, I took care to add a nice mix of both Donkey Beads and Elephant Beads, and they seemed to be working well together. I was so confident in my plan, that I even added a few Independent Beads to round out my design! Although my necklace was coming along nicely, I couldn't help but remember the golden rule of necklace stringing; No matter how many beads you add to the first half of the necklace, you must have an equal, matching number of beads in the second half, so that the necklace is properly balanced. If you use too many beads early, you won't have enough beads to finish the necklace, and all you'll have to show for your effort is an unfinished string of expensive beads that doesn't work and no one wants.
But, again, I felt I knew best when it came to stringing a necklace, so I continued adding beads, and it was looking great!
Soon, a fellow Beader stopped by and suggested that, considering the limited number of beads, maybe I should make only a 16" necklace. I listened attentively, then promptly disregarded her suggestions, and continued stringing, on my way to creating a beautiful 30" necklace.
But, of course, eventually, I ran out of beads, long before I was finished, and far short of my goal of a 30" necklace!
It was at that very moment I realized that perhaps my talents were being wasted here at JewelrySupply! I really belonged somewhere that I would be recognized for ignoring the obvious! Some place that would reward me for plowing blindly ahead with a complete disregard for facts and logic! Somewhere like, oh, I don't know…maybe Congress, or the Senate?
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Operation Time Theft! (11/08/11)
In the process of researching this week's subject, I unknowingly stumbled across what appears to be a top secret government program, specifically aimed at all American citizens. As a result of learning this information, I fear my life may be in danger! Certainly my phone has been tapped, and I'm being watched! I believe my only option is to share this information with you, then go underground, where no one can find me. Hopefully, this email will get to you, before they get to me!
According to my research, the United States Government has been systematically stealing time from its' own citizens! Usually it occurs in very small amounts, and goes un-noticed. But for some reason, "Operation Time Theft", as I like to call it, triggered a much larger than normal event late on Saturday night, when almost an entire hour suddenly disappeared! I discovered this diabolical scheme quite by accident, while up late researching story ideas. Here's what happened. Perhaps you can make some sense of it.
I glanced at the clock on the fireplace mantle, and it read 12:00AM. But, just moments later, when I looked again, the clock read 11:01! Somehow we had lost almost an entire hour! Now, I don't pretend to know or understand the reason for this systematic theft of time, but further research revealed that it has been going on for quite a number of years, perhaps as far back as the late 1800's! What possible motive could our government have for stealing time in this manner? Are we stock piling minutes, hours, and days for some future generation to carelessly squander? Is it possible that the missing time is being added back in during the week, making employees work longer days without even knowing it? Or, as I suspect, is the government stealing time in order to "dole" it out to politically connected "friends"? My research leads me to believe that this nefarious scam may go all the way to the Oval Office!
Rest assured, dear reader, that your intrepid reporter will get to the bottom of this vast conspiracy, and will continue to fight against "Operation Time Theft", for as long as it takes, regardless of the danger it may put me in! You can lock me away, but you'll never silence my voice! It is my solemn vow that…What? It's what? It's Daylight Savings Time? Oh... nevermind.
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A Dark and Stormy Night! (11/01/11)
It was a dark and stormy night. Well, actually the weather was quite nice, but it was dark, being night and all. It started out innocently enough, at a costume party where I foolishly chose to wear a vampire costume. One of only 37 vampires attending the same party in exactly the same costume! (Note to self: Get a new Halloween costume!)
But then, upon returning home I discovered a scene of nightmarish proportion! There, in the entryway, lay two large plastic bowls, each overflowing with Snickers, M&M's, MilkyWays, Reese's and hundreds of other chocolaty bite-sized morsels! I'm not sure what happened next. Perhaps I slipped on a Tootsie Roll and was knocked unconscious. Or maybe I simply lapsed into a Candy Corn induced coma. I just can't be certain. All I really know is that when I awoke the next morning I was surrounded by the carnage of the previous evening! In the corner lay the tattered remains of my Vampire costume, and there were empty candy wrappers strewn violently about the room! (Scream here!) And there, on my hands… telltale chocolate residue! All the evidence needed to convict me as the perpetrator of this crime.
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A "Chili" in the Air? (10/25/11)
It's almost the end of October, and Summer is just a fading memory. The temperatures have plummeted into the low 80"s, and there's a definite chill in the air! That means it's time for the annual JewelrySupply.com Chili Cookoff! This year we expect a big turnout, with many new and tasty recipes from all of the employees.
I really believe this year I'll take home the trophy, and with it, the much coveted title of "Chili Master"! Okay, there's not really a trophy. And, there's no "Chili Master" title either. Still, it's a big event, and there are prizes for the best Chili recipes. I'm so tired of coming home every year with only a cheap, blue ribbon that says "Also Participated" on it. This year I'm going to win!
I've got my best Chili recipe ever, and a brand new apron with "Chili Fever!" emblazoned in hot, red letters across the front. Plus, I've got my secret weapon; a wooden stirring spoon, carved from the branch of a Pepperwood Tree in Texas that was struck by lightening!
This is what it's all about. The final battle. The moment of truth. It all comes down to this. The race to the fini…Oh. Sorry. I got a little carried away. Oh, by the way, we have some red hot deals on Beads, Findings, Crystals, Tools and Displays this week... On Sale ...Only at JewelrySupply.com
Writer's Block! (10/11/11)
I stared intently at my computer screen for most of the weekend, yet, it remained blank. I couldn't seem to come up with anything to write about. Finally, late last night, the frustration began to give way to sheer panic! Had I lost my ability to put words together in a somewhat intelligent and occasionally entertaining manner? Had all those years I spent studying English in school simply been a waste of time? And what of the great novels, which I had read over and over again, in an effort to learn the subtle nuances and bold clarity of Twain, Dickens, and Melville. Was it all in vain?
The empty feeling was terrifying! I had begun to doubt myself, my skills, my passion. Clearly, I was suffering from writers block. For any writer, this is the moment you dread. The moment you think to yourself "I might never write again". What was I to do?
Then I remembered my yoga training; Slow, deep breaths. Focus. Be the ball. I closed my eyes, concentrated, and soon a quiet calm began to fall over me. My hands stopped shaking. My head stopped spinning. My heart stopped racing. In my mind, I began to visualize the keyboard, and the words waiting to be written. My eyes were closed, yet my fingers began to move of their own volition. I imagined the screen dancing to life as the words flowed from some previously unknown, spiritual place deep inside of me! My fingers flew across the keyboard, typing furiously! It was amazing! Even though my eyes were still closed the words took shape and the story began to unfold! I continued typing for what seemed like hours, my fingers pounding out the words!
Finally, the story was complete. I was exhausted from the effort, but I knew this would be a truly special story. I slowly opened my eyes to view for the first time the words I had created. There, on the screen before me, the first page of my literary masterpiece; laeguitbgp[p-otfjjftpogkghkgh[p;aokghjitg[ghmk. Doh!
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Biding Their Time? (10/03/11)
As a child long ago, the idea of summer vacation spent travelling by car with my family was akin to a life sentence, handed down by an un-fair jury, for a crime I had not committed. I was forced to endure long hours in the back seat of a station wagon, as it rolled slowly across what seemed to me was the “vast sameness” of America.
Most times it seemed to be a never ending view of cornfields, wheat fields, and empty prairies. Other times it was mile after mile of stark desert landscape, interrupted occasionally by mile after mile of identical tree covered mountains. And Cows. No matter where we travelled, there were Cows. In the valleys, in the mountains. Everywhere, there were Cows. Like most children, I was under the impression that Cows were the primary life form on planet Earth before we came. Waiting. Watching. Biding their time.
Recently, I had the opportunity to travel by car across several states, and I must say, things look dramatically different to me now! Instead of never ending corn fields and wheat fields I see farm lands, growing huge quantities of food, to feed millions of people, far beyond anything our forefather’s could have imagined! Instead of stark deserts, I see the perfection of nature, and the delicate balance of the seasons. Instead of mountains covered with trees, I see forests teeming with life, and the many varied opportunities it presents!
It’s funny how just a few short years of age can so dramatically change your perceptions. Except for the Cows. They’re still everywhere! Waiting. Watching. Biding their time. Cows are infinitely patient. Their day may yet come.
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Into the Fall! (09/27/11)
Well, it looks like Summer is ending, and we're beginning to see the first signs of Fall. That's when things get really exciting around here! The Pearl fields, planted months ago, are growing like, well, like Pearls! And the Swarovski ponds are absolutely brimming with their Crystal bounty! Throw a line in anywhere and you're sure to catch a strand of Chrysolite, Sapphire, or Padparadscha!
Not far from the Crystal ponds are the Miyuki Seed Bead colonies. These hives of "Busy Beads" have been active all summer, pollinating the Silver and Gold trees, which are now in full bloom. As the temperature cools, the metal will brighten in color, then fall to the ground, where it is gathered up, sorted according to size, and packaged for sale, right there in the orchard! So you know it's fresh! And now, after several years of patiently waiting, the Silver Filled trees in our newest orchard have finally matured, and are just waiting to be used in your next project!
On the Turquoise River, ships have been arriving daily, bringing wild and exotic Beads from Africa, Egypt, Thailand, and other far away lands! This year's Tibetan Beads are absolutely out of this world beautiful!
A large herd of Horn Beads is being driven down from the mountains, where they've spent the entire summer growing large and beautiful. At JewelrySupply, we believe our policy of allowing Horn Beads to "free range" makes for a more beautiful and vibrantly colored Bead.
Many of our African Trade Beads were harvested earlier this summer, and are being stored in the barn, where they have been aged to perfection. These Beads are a perfect compliment to our Copper or Pewter Beads. And here's a fashion tip; these Beads are best when served at room temperature.
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American Novel! (09/20/11)
I worked very hard over the weekend writing what I thought would be a very poignant, thought provoking story about settlers traveling across the old west. But, unfortunately, it had nothing to do with Beading, or Jewelry Making, so of course "The Boss" rejected it.
Now, I have to come up with a new story idea, just hours before we go to press! Okay, we don't really "go to press", but it sounds cool to say it! Any suggestions? I suppose not. Besides, how could I ever be taken seriously as a writer if someone else came up with all my ideas?
So, for the time being, I guess I'll have to put my literary dreams of writing the great American novel on hold, while I pound away at these keys, describing in colorful prose the cornucopia of beautiful Swarovski Crystal Pendants, or the delightfully whimsical Hand-Painted Beads we are featuring On Sale this week! Need more? We also have Czech Glass Beads available in a fish bowl of colors! Umm, okay. Maybe my colorful prose isn't so colorful, and my great American novel still needs some work.
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P.S. You can find the link to this week's "rejected" story on our home page. Just click on "Morgan's Blog"!
Rejected Story (09/19/11)
It was a clear and starry night, like so many that had come before. The air was cool and crisp, and I could feel summer slipping away, though it had been so warm just moments ago. I huddled under my worn and tattered blanket, gazing intently at the stars. In my quiet solitude, I wondered at the vastness of space, and the vastness of this land.
It was quiet'perhaps too quiet. The silence was suddenly broken by a coyote, howling in the distance. The horses stirred, pawing at the sparse grass beneath their hooves. A loose spring squeaked in the wagon, where my always restless younger sister struggled to sleep. Then, all was silent again.
We have traveled far from our home in Philadelphia, now almost two thousand miles away. It has been an arduous journey, fraught with danger and hardship. Yesterday alone, we broke three wagon wheels in the sun-hardened ruts of previous traveler's wagons, barely managing to make ten miles on the day. Still, there have been no signs of Indians, and for any traveler that is good luck indeed! It saddens me that we have turned them out of their homeland, so brutally, so unfairly. Father says it is our 'manifest destiny'. I fear we have taken a path we may someday regret, but I am far too young to have a voice in these matters.
Tomorrow we should reach Fort Ellis, near Bozeman, Montana. Perhaps I shall have opportunity to bathe, and don clean garments! Far more likely, we will make camp outside the gates, venturing in only for provisions of hard tack, flour, grain and water, before continuing our journey west.
But for now, I turn my attention, and my dreams, back to the stars. It is enough to hope tomorrow will be a good day.
Morning People? (09/13/11)
I've come to the realization that there are two types of people in this world. Those who are "Morning People", and those who are "Not Morning People". I am not a Morning Person. Heck, some mornings I'm barely even a person at all!
Morning People are early risers, and when the sun comes up, so do they. Morning People wake up bright eyed and bushy tailed, ready to take on the world! There's nothing Morning People cannot accomplish, and the earlier the better! It's easy to spot a Morning Person. They are generally smiling, friendly people, and occasionally there are bluebirds flying around them, perhaps even whistling a happy song right out of the latest Disney movie!
If you are Not a Morning Person, you probably attempt to sleep in as late as possible, in a hopeless effort to avoid the inevitable arrival of... morning. And once you are finally awake, you require several cups of coffee in order to function in a less than zombie-like state.
However, unlike Morning People, you tend to gain energy as the day progresses. By the evening hours, when Morning People have burned out like a shooting star falling to earth, you begin a remarkable transformation into "Night People"!
Night People are the natural enemies of Morning People, much as the hole is the natural enemy of the pile. Night People tend to play their stereos far too loud, and far too late, in their effort to fit a lifetime of fun into each night! But things have a way of evening out, and come the early morning Night People are driven to their darkened bedrooms, just as Morning People begin their happy, if somewhat loud awakening.
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About Our Employees? (08/30/11)
Occasionally I like to tell you about the great employees we have at JewelrySupply.com. So today, meet Alyssa:
Alyssa loves animals, especially cats. She also enjoys quiet walks through the Museum of Natural History, attending the annual Star Trek Convention, and traveling through time.
She is a graduate of the University of Michigan, and holds a fellowship position in the engineering department of MIT. In addition to her vast technical knowledge, Alyssa can also recite the capital cities for all 50 states, in alphabetical order.
Before coming to work at JewelrySupply, she was employed by the CBI (California Bureau of Investigation) but resigned her position after discovering that it was only a made-up agency on a television show.
During her short time at JewelrySupply, Alyssa assisted in developing our Univac 3000 processing system, as well as personally designing a breakthrough "green technology" for recycling used computers as door stops.
But Alyssa is perhaps best known for inventing the Nobel Prize winning "FlyBot". That's right! Our own Alyssa invented the coolest thing on the internet. You don't know what it is? Well, whenever you place something into your shopping cart on our JewelrySupply website, you're actually able to see the item "fly" across the screen, and right into your cart! The "FlyBot". It's so cool! I can't wait to see what Alyssa comes up with next! ...Only at JewelrySupply.com
Right or Left? (08/23/11)
After once again getting lost downtown over the weekend, I realized that I can never seem to remember which way is Right, and which way is Left. So, as I wandered aimlessly around in search of a familiar landmark, I began to consider; what is Right and Left, anyway? Were they simply just some arbitrary directions assigned by a weary traveler, while standing at a fork in the road hundreds of years ago? Or, as some believe, were they secret signs from some ancient society, shrouded in mystery, and forever lost to the modern world?
Right and Left; each has multiple meanings, and inspire far more questions than answers. For example, Right also means correct. Does that mean Left is incorrect, or wrong? As a citizen of this country, you have certain "Rights". Is there a country somewhere where citizens have "Lefts"? In many European countries, driving on the "Right" side of the road will get you a ticket! When you clean your refrigerator, do you ever throw out any "Rightovers"? Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you had the opportunity to do the "Left thing"? And I'm pretty sure in the 1960's, no folk hero ever uttered the phrase, "Left on"!
To confuse matters more; In baseball, a Left handed pitcher is called a "South Paw". What?? Right and Left can also mean North and South? No wonder I'm so confused!
I'm sure that it's all some "vast, Right wing conspiracy"! Or, maybe it's a "systematic Left wing cover up"! Either way, I'm still downtown, and I'm still lost!
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Sterling Silver Filled! (08/16/11)
I don't often write about the actual products available at JewelrySupply. So, this week, I thought I would tell you about the addition of our great new line of "Sterling Silver Filled Findings". Now, while Sterling Silver Filled looks identical to Sterling Silver, and both will last a lifetime, they are in fact, quite different.
Without getting too technical, I'd like to explain the difference between Sterling Silver and Sterling Silver Filled; Sterling Silver contains about 92% Silver, mixed with a small amount of Copper for strength and durability. This formula has been used since the early twelfth century, and has changed very little in all that time. Sterling Silver Filled however, contains a soft, creamy, center, very much like a Twinkie! Ok, maybe not. Actually, Sterling Silver Filled is made of two thick layers of Sterling Silver permanently bonded over a Copper core. It's the same way Gold Filled is made, and features the same high quality.
Now that you understand the difference between the two products, I'm sure you'll want to include "Sterling Silver Filled" to your own beautiful line of jewelry.
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Dog Days of August? (08/09/11)
August is usually the hottest month of the year, and seems like the perfect time for lounging by the pool, drinking iced tea and working on a killer tan. Thirty-one beautifully hot, sweltering days, where the temperature rarely dips below 165* in the shade! If you love hot weather and cold drinks, this is your time!
But here's the problem; there are twenty-three actual workdays in August, far more than any other month! And as everyone knows, the days are longer in the summer, which translates to around a 12 hour workday! (at least that's my theory.) And if that isn't bad enough, there's not a single holiday in the entire month! Nyet! Nada! Nonion! That certainly doesn't leave much time for lounging by the pool! Unless of course, you somehow convinced your boss that "National Mustard Day", or "National Global Forgiveness Day", are official Holidays. If you managed to do that, you're good. Really good! For the rest of us, we'll just have to suffer through these, "Dog Days" of August, while we work on our killer tans at night. (um, can we really do
