Ring out the old…

…ring in the new.  I am sure there are many people who are preparing to ring loud and hard for a new and different year.  I know I prepared for a different year, due to the plans and consequences at the beginning, but never saw all that I have dealt with during the year. So […]

May, mental health and me.

Hi, it is amazing to think we are now nearly at the end of May. I have spent the last week watching Chelsea Flower Show on the TV. I have enjoyed this for a number of years for the inspiration and detail. It also marks the countdown for my friend and I, as we go […]

What’s with the name?

Many people ask me, “why this name?”  Also, “how do you say it?  Is it suna…, sun ago, soon aygo?”  So, here is my explanation! My name is Fiona Jones.  At my GP surgery at 1 point there were 4 Fiona Jones, so I always give my middle name as well, to prevent confusion.  For […]

Aquamarine – March’s birthstone

This is the birthstone for March and a beautiful pale blue, from a soft milky colour through to a clear icy blue or almost ice blue/white.   It is also a gift to be given for those celebrating a 19th wedding anniversary.  Who says people have to miss out between their 15th and 20th anniversaries? The […]

Amethyst, not just a gemstone of love

Amethyst is the birthstone for February and one of the most well known stones around, so here are some interesting facts about this beautiful stone.  It is actually as purple quartz and so very closley related to garnet, the birthstone of last month.  This means it is also relatively tough, at 7-7.5 on the MOHS, […]