How to store your pearls?

Pearls are exceptionally cohesive and shock-resistant, but may be scratched by contact with sharp objects or other gemstones. To prevent tangles and scratches, fasten clasps and pins, then lay each item out separately in a compartmentalized jewelry box. When carrying jewelry, use a protective jewelry pouch.

 

Leaving pearl jewelry in a security box for long periods may cause pearls to dehydrate, so enjoy them frequently. There is a saying that "pearls want to be worn," and it is true!

How to care your pearls every day?

Pearls are organic gemstones that are vulnerable to acid, alkaline and extremes of humidity. To preserve your pearls' radiance, avoid letting them come into contact with cosmetics, hair spray, or perfume. Always put on your jewelry as a final touch, after applying make-up and styling hair.

 

The pearl's luster can also be harmed by perspiration. To prevent this, before returning your pearls to the jewelry box, wipe them gently with a soft cloth.

Asparagus and Eggs

Found this receipt yesterday on Pinterest.  I am actually on diet these days, and this vegetarian gluten free menu fits my dieting requirement well, so I decided to have it for my lunch.

Sorry, Erin (original author of this receipt).  You missed your appointment that happens to me so often too. But I like what you said, "for those days when full meals just aren’t there, I have recipes that shouldn’t even be considered a recipe. Cook a little asparagus, crack a couple eggs and cheese on top, and done: dinner (or breakfast!)".

My life has been difficult in recent years. No complains, no sorries, this is life.

Right now, I am enjoying my Asparagus and delicious porched eggs, full mouth.

ASPARAGUS AND EGGS

Author: Erin Alderson

Prep time:  5 mins

Cook time:  15 mins

Total time:  20 mins

Serves: 1

• 5-6 stalks Asparagus
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 2 eggs
• ¼ cup goat or blue cheese (*optional)
• Pepper to top

1. Heat olive oil in an 8″ cast iron skillet (or regular skillet) over medium heat. Cut off ends of asparagus and add to skillet along with salt. Shake skillet to coat asparagus and cook until tender, 4-5 minutes.
2. Spread asparagus out and crack eggs in the center. Sprinkle cheese over asparagus and eggs. Cover and let cook until egg whites are firm and yolk is done to desired consistency.
3. Serve with freshly cracked pepper.
   
   

One earring, three lengths, three ways to wear

If your fashion style is minimum, this pair of long thread earrings would suit you well. Depending on your mood/situation,  you could easily chang the length so it becomes stub earring, dangle earring, or really long thread one. Enjoy!

You said you knew how to wear a rope of pearl necklace? right?

We are women, since we are little girls, we like to play around mommy's jewelry box. So we always think we know how to wear necklaces. It is our instinct, right? If so, then take a look at this girl on the photos who turns Coco Chanel's favorite rope of pearl necklace into a magic.

Power Statement

It is well known that Jackie Kennedy loved pearls so much that we often call it Jackie O style. Michelle Obama?  Since she became the First Lady, she seemed to favor pearls more.  So, pearls are the jewelry signatures for First Ladies. 

How about royal families?  They do have a special taste about pearls. Queen of England,  Diana (I love her chokers) and the Duchess of Cambridge, who often has a pair of drop pearl earrings dangling around her beautiful jawline.

In fact, pearls are often the most popular choices by those female power players, besides First Lady, Princess, I am talking about the female CEO's and VP's of those big corporations.

Elegance, sophistication, and timeless beauty are all the terms for pearls.  So, next time, wear a simple strand of pearls for a powerful statement.

Hydrating, blemish-fighting facial mask

I have extremely sensitive, combination skin. Allergy, weather change, stress...all drive my skin crazy and I have exhausted to fight those pimples all the time.  Tried those counter products, but the more I use, the worse my face turns into.  Found this receipt couple of weeks, tried it, works like a wonder.  The ingredients are quite simple, just one egg plus one tablespoon raw honey.  It is said with antibacterial and hydrating honey, pore-tightening egg white, and exfoliating yolks, this facial mask will ensure your skin stays moistured, supple while kicking off the breakouts into the curb.

Your LOVE is around your neck

Folded a tiny piece of paper which writes "I LOVE YOU, MY SWEETIE" then inserted it inside this "BALL". That was what I did for my baby. The love is with my everyday, every moment in my life.

How about you? What will you write? 

I am a life adventurer.

I love food, drink, music, art, travel, sports, math, technology, sci-fi movie, romantic movie, jewelry, book, poet, fashion, shopping.... In short words, I love life.  Life is everywhere, Life is colorful, only if you decide to fully embrace it.

Therefore, I decided I shouldn't blog pearls only here. What's your thought?  Maybe we should all sit down,  grab a cup of tea, sip a little bit first...