My family and I lived on Sanibel Island and in Fort Myers, Florida for nearly 10 years. We raised our children there and learned about and had our first shop and galleries there. To say we have a tender place in our hearts for Southwest Florida is an understatement! So, in light of the the terrible devastation that Hurricane Ian brought to our beloved old homes, I created "Ode to Sanibel", a 2 strand necklace. I used Aqua Terra Jasper 4 mm rounds and Tiger Skin Jasper 6 mm rounds. I included a few 3mm round Turquoise beads as well. The lovely shell pendant is trimmed in Silver and really brings back the memories of looking for sea shells on the beaches of Sanibel.

The short strand is 17 inches and the longer one is 19 inches, not including the shell pendant. I've priced this at $82 because, in numerology, we add together all numbers to get to a single digit. That means 8 + 2= 10 = 1 which represents a New Beginning, my wish for that beautiful place!

charmsoflight.com says, "Shell stimulates intuition, sensitivity, imagination and adaptability. It helps to enhance mental clarity and provides insight into decision-making. Shell promotes cooperation between the self and others, as well as within the self. It provides cohesive energy for groups.

Shell treats hearing disorders and calcium deficiencies. It assists the healing of broken bones and general dysfunctions of the spinal canal and the nervous system. Shell enhances the assimilation of vitamins A and D."

"Jasper is known as the “supreme nurturer”. It sustains and supports through times of stress, and brings tranquility and wholeness. Jasper provides protection and absorbs negative energy. It balances yin and yang. Jasper clears electromagnetic and environmental pollution, including radiation. It encourages honesty with one's self. Provides courage to assertively tackle problems. Aids quick-thinking and promotes organizational abilities. Jasper stimulates the imagination and transforms ideas into action. Prolongs sexual pleasure. It supports during prolonged illness and re-energizes the body."

atolyestone.com comments "The lovely energy of this stone (Aqua Terra Jasper) establishes a connection between the etheric body, known as the light body and the physical body, and stimulates healing on both levels. It is excellent to aid anyone with stress or anxiety. It will open the heart and help you to release negative energy into the light."

As per firemountaingems.com, "As one of the many gemstones that tout an animal name, tigerskin "jasper" helps us to draw from its animal nature when we need that additional power or kick. It tells us that life isn't just about thinking or analyzing things, but rather about living in the moment and celebrating the present.

Tigerskin "jasper's" animal colors intensify those things. Tigerskin "jasper" takes us out of our heads and puts us back into our bodies, giving a whole new meaning to the expressions "hold that tiger!" or having "a tiger in your tank."

It's a nurturing stone for well-being and grounding and is believed to enhance healing, purification and positive thoughts. Tigerskin "jasper" is said to ease emotional stress and wearing tigerskin "jasper" beads can make you feel more relaxed and secure, creating positive energy and happiness. This stone is also known to strengthen courage, improve bravery and boost the immune system."

"Turquoise is one of the official birthstones for the month of December, and is heralded as the stone of communication. It encourages enthusiasm, thus inspiring new projects and bringing to light undiscovered artistic abilities. Turquoise also provides understanding and encourages attention to detail while attracting prosperity and success.

The sprawling lines of coppery matrix provide a large amount of energy to its wearer. This may be one reason why the stone has long been prized as a powerful talisman with healing properties. It is believed that turquoise can help balance the blue throat chakra, enhancing the ability to communicate while increasing resistance to viruses, helping to relieve sore throats and allergies."

It seems like we can all use this kind of healing right now!