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The History of Purple Dye: From Royalty to Modern Day
The History of Purple Dye: From Royalty to Modern Day The Birth of Purple Dye: Tyrian Purple Did you know that wearing purple once meant you were one of the richest people in the world? From ancient times to the modern era, purple has always been one...
J.R.R. Tolkien on Dragons
J.R.R. Tolkien on Dragons
The Magic of Amethyst Throughout History
The Magic of Amethyst Throughout History Find Tranquility and Balance with Amethyst Crystals Amethyst crystals have been captivating people for thousands of years, not only for the status that amethyst brought when worn, but for its mystical...
The Symbology of Violets
The Language of Violets In the quiet corners of gardens, nestled between lush greenery, you'll often find a humble yet lovely flower - the violet. With its delicate petals and rich hues ranging from deep purple to soft white, it's no wonder that this...
The Mystical Enchantment of Purple Roses
The Mystical Enchantment of Purple Roses Purple roses have a divine scent unlike any other rose I adore roses, but my very favorite is the purple rose. The color and scent have always brought joy to my senses and peace to my soul. Years ago when I lived in...
Springtime Blooms
It's Springtime in the Northern Hemisphere - Yay!
Falling Stars and Wishes
Falling Stars and Wishes How many times have you wished on a falling star? I’ve made hundreds of them. If I really, really wanted something, I’d check the calendar for meteor showers! How lame is that? Warning - Be careful what you wish for –...
For Bees
For Bees...
Take The Time
A Purple Moment Take the time to let your mind breathe.
The Sweet Scent of Spring
The Sweet Scent of Spring. Nothing says "Spring" like hyacinths. Of the three colors available - pink, purple and white - purple hyacinths have the most fragrance of all. Around February, when my sanity is pushed to the max from endless dark, cold, snowy...
Beneath the Waves
Stars Underwater This is what happens when purple stars fall into the ocean. Image by: Robert Nathan Garlington
It’s a Purple Cat Kind of Day
It's a Purple Cat kind of day It makes me want to meow at the moon.
Flying Purple Love
All You Need Is Love When you find it, never let it go.
I Got Lucky This Morning – Super, Blue, Blood Moon!
I Got Lucky This Morning Super, Blue, Blood Moon! So Cool! I happened to wake up early this morning around 5:30am. I looked out the window and saw that it snowed. When I glanced up I noticed a 3/4 moon. How odd, it was supposed to be full today, perhaps...
Are Meteors and Comets the Same Thing?
Are Meteors and Comets the Same Thing? No, actually meteors and comets are not the same. Here's the basic breakdown... Asteroids: An asteroid is a rocky body that obits the sun in the asteroid belt (see graphic above). Some of these...