Friday, February 22, 2008

Victorian Jewelry Symbolism


Here is some of what I found:

    Arrows = Love (Cupid's arrows)
    Bluebells = Constancy
    Butterfly = Soul
    Clasped Hands = Friendship, Lasting Love
    Crowned Heart = Love Triumphant
    Daisy = Innocence
    Dogs = Fidelity
    Doves = Domesticity
    Fern = Fascination
    Flaming Heart = Passionate Love
    Fly = Humility
    Forget Me Nots = Remembrance
    Ivy = Friendship, fidelity, marriage
    Lilac = First feelings of Love
    Mistletoe = A kiss
    Pearls = Tears
    Wishbone = Wish and Hope

Complex, isn't it?

Sunday, February 3, 2008

Thunder, Lightening, and Snow!

February has only just begun but the weather is a mixture of seasons! As I sit here looking outside I see snow mixed with lightening and hear thunder.

The beauty of the snow and nature in general is inspirational. Of course, I'm glad that I'm on the inside looking out! lol