Stone Magic ~ The Spirit Within

 Sapphire History & Lore
Sapphires have been prized as great gemstones 

since 800BC.  Rulers of ancient Persia believed 
the sky was painted blue by the reflection of sapphires.  
Blue sapphires were a holy stone to the Catholic Church 
and to Ancient Persians.  To some religions, 
the blue color of the sapphire represents the heavens.  
Translations in several languages reveal sapphires to be dear to Saturn.
Ancient lore held that the tablets upon which the Ten Commandments were written were actually sapphire.  Kings used to wear sapphires around their necks as a powerful defense from harm.  They were said to attract divine favor.  In the 12th Century, the sapphire was known as the most appropriate stone for ecclesiastical rings.  The Sinhalese believed that the star sapphire served as protection and a guard against witchcraft.
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Native American Animal Symbol

Native American Animal Symbol

If you were born Sep 22 – Oct 22 
You are a wonderful
RAVEN
Highly enthusiastic, and a natural entrepreneur, the Crow is quite a charmer. But he/she doesn't have to work at being charming – it comes easily. Everyone recognizes the Crow's easy energy, and everyone turns to the Crow for his/her ideas and opinions. This is because the Crow is both idealistic and diplomatic and is quite ingenious. In nurturing environments this Native American animal symbol is easy-going, can be romantic, and soft-spoken. Further, the crow can be quite patient, and intuitive in relationships. Left to his/her own devices, the Crow can be demanding, inconsistent, vindictive, and abrasive. 
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Stone Magie ~ The Spirit Within

 Sapphire History & Lore
Throughout history, sapphire has been a favorite of royalty.  In olden times, King Solomon wore a sapphire ring.  More recently, Prince Charles gave a sapphire engagement ring to Lady Diana Spencer (left).  Since then, more and more couples have decided to adopt this tradition instead of conventional diamonds.  Sapphire doesn’t stand for wild and fiery passion, rather for truth, compatibility, commitment, and mutual understanding.  
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Stone Magic History & Lore

Sapphire Lore & History
The sapphire is the birthstone for the month of September. The name sapphire is derived from the Latin word ““saphirus” and the Greek word “sapheiros,” both meaning blue. Some believe that the name sapphire is derived from its association with the planet Saturn. The name can be roughly be translated to mean “dear to the planet Saturn” in many different languages. 
It is also one of the birth stones for the Zodiac signs of Pisces, Taurus, Virgo and Sagittarius. Sapphire is given as a gem for the 5th, 23rd and 45th wedding anniversaries while a star sapphire is given on the 65th wedding anniversary.

Stone Magic ~ The Spirit Within

It is SEPTEMBER!!! 

If you were born this month you are a 
Sizzling Sapphire 

Sapphire  ~"The Stone Of Inner Spirit"

"As a star of the skies brought to Earth, I blend with you to initiate the awakening of your intuitive senses. 

 or
Lovely Lapis Lazuli

Lapis Lazuli ~" The Stone Of  Proclamation "

With my beautiful cosmic blue color, 

I contact your spirit guardians to protect 

you. It is also my duty to instill upon you 

the power of words.   

Use them to teach and heal those who 

have not found their voice.

NEW BOOK RELEASE!!!

Tragedy has struck the small town of Knollwood, Texas and Dovie Grant finds herself dealing with the loss of her husband and daughter. Despite her grief, she still must fight to bring her remaining family through the already trying times of The Great Depression. Her father needs help on their struggling farm, Quail Crossings. She isn't thrilled that he's hired a young 18 year old boy who's caring for his three younger siblings. Surviving her grief, as well as the constant dust storms that plague the plains, will Dovie be able to put her pain aside to care for these children or be forever trapped in the darkness of the loss in her family.
Hello Everyone,
 I am so happy to announce our one and only Jennifer McMurrain's debut novel, Quail Crossings, will be available online on Sept 4th (afternoon). You do have some options when buying her book:
1. Buy a paperback on Amazon.com for 12.95 (18.95 after s/h).
http://www.amazon.com/Quail-Crossings-Jennifer-McMurrain/dp/1617521361/ref=tmm_pap_title_0
2. Buy a paperback from AnnasLegacy.com (signed or unsigned) for 12.95 (18.15 after s/h) and she'll donate 10% to Anna's Legacy.
@ www.annaslegacy.com
3. Buy a paperback directly from
    her (signed or unsigned) for 18.00 (s/h included).
    email Jennifer ~ jennifermcmurrain@yahoo.com for details.
4. Buy a paperback at one of her book signings for 12.00.
5. Buy an e-book at Amazon.com or Smashbooks.com for   2.99.

             Thanks so much for your support! :o)