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Antique Mourning Rings Add a Touch of Mysterious Macabre to Your Jewelry Box

Lovely idea. I wish I had known about these earlier. But then I'd have a ring on every finger and toe for my beloved dogs. I really do think they are beautiful though. Thanks for the article.

Ragtimelil, on 08/23/2012

Antique Mourning Rings Add a Touch of Mysterious Macabre to Your Jewelry Box

I hadn't thought of it in terms of the bigger picture. Much to ponder on there. Thanks! What was the book?

JoHarrington, on 08/23/2012

Antique Mourning Rings Add a Touch of Mysterious Macabre to Your Jewelry Box

Thanks Jo, I agree with you. I just read this book about how we outsource so many of our own functions. Other people raise our children a great deal of the time, care for our sick, raise our food - that we ultimately become detached from ...

Digby_Adams, on 08/23/2012

Antique Mourning Rings Add a Touch of Mysterious Macabre to Your Jewelry Box

I sometimes think that the Victorians had a much more healthy attitude to death, than we have today. Today it's too sanitized. It happens somewhere else. It's like it can never happen to us. I have encountered real life Victorian mourning ...

JoHarrington, on 08/23/2012

From Childhood to War

It really is special when someone in your family writes down their history. There are stories you'd never know otherwise. Thanks.

Ragtimelil, on 08/23/2012

How To Plant Hydrangeas

@Katie - Fall is a good time to plant them. Next summer you will be able to enjoy the flowers!

dustytoes, on 08/23/2012

Grow a New Hydrangea Plant From the One You Have

@Katiem2 Just remember, if you buy and plant a blue one, it will only remain blue if your soil has a low pH and is acidic. If not, it will become pink.

dustytoes, on 08/23/2012

How to Make a Full Scottish Fried Breakfast

Awrite! Guid mornin, this Scottish girl approves :) So beautifully designed makes a true Scot proud you do. :)K

katiem2, on 08/23/2012

How to Fillet Mackerel the Quick and Easy Way

What a great tutorial. Love the illustrated images, it really gets the point across.

katiem2, on 08/23/2012

Angry Bird Soft Toy - Plush Toys

I certainly have played my share of angry birds. These are really cool plush toys, great for the up coming holiday gifts. :)K

katiem2, on 08/23/2012

Smurfs Birthday Party Supplies

I love the smurfs. These are all great items for the perfect party. You know what would be a nice addition? The smurf movie that recently came out, bet it's on dvd by now. :)K

katiem2, on 08/23/2012

Hippopotamus Toys, Candy and a Song

Very nice, who knew hippo toys could be so nice. Hmm is there a hippo pez dispenser? :)K

katiem2, on 08/23/2012

From Childhood to War

WOW Lil how cool, thanks for sharing this treasured family history with us. Very nice!

katiem2, on 08/23/2012

Gift Ideas from the Traditional Jewish Sabbath

WOW what beautiful items of Shabbat. No I have not experienced a true Jewish Shabbat. Thanks for sharing. :)K

katiem2, on 08/23/2012

Scrap Gold Prices

Great guide to testing scrap gold and learning its value. Thanks!

SouthFloridaJewelryBuyers, on 08/23/2012