I don't usually post about jewelry, but I just found the most beautiful South African Sea Urchin set in 18K yellow gold and sterling silver with peridot, jade and freshwater pearls. This beautiful piece of fine art can be worn as a necklace or as a pin. It sells for $1,600 and if I could find a way to justify such a purchase, it would be MINE! Take a look. I know you too will fall in love with it as well.
The 2012 Republican National Convention is scheduled for Aug. 27-30, 2012 in Tampa Bay, Flordia, and the 2012 Democratic National Convention for Sept. 4-6, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Thousands of delegates will pour in to these cities, for the presidential conventions in the next few weeks.
The good news for our readers is the e-books are also free to visitors not attending the conventions! They available for download until the end of September.
Download them at the Apple iBookstore, barnesandnoble.com, the Amazon Kindle store, and the Sony Reader Store.
*Please note that the Sony Store is only carrying Moon Charlotte.
Tips for how to stay safe when driving during a winter storm.
— Keep at least half a tank of gas in your car.
— Make sure you have good tires.
— Get a mechanic to do a winter check.
— Make sure they look at your: battery, antifreeze, wipers, windshield fluid, ignition system, thermostat, lights, heater, brakes, defroster and oil.
— Keep an ice scraper handy and a small broom if your area is expecting snow.
* Tie a brightly colored cloth to the antenna as a signal to rescuers and raise the hood of the car (if it is not snowing).
* Move anything you need from the trunk into the passenger area.
* Wrap your entire body, including your head, in extra clothing, blankets, or newspapers.
* Stay awake. You will be less vulnerable to cold-related health problems.
Run the motor (and heater) for about 10 minutes per hour, opening one window slightly to let in air. Make sure that snow is not blocking the exhaust pipe–this will reduce the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.
* As you sit, keep moving your arms and legs to improve your circulation and stay warmer.
* Do not eat unmelted snow because it will lower your body temperature.
* Huddle with other people for warmth.
BUT, the best advice we can give is to NOT drive during a severe winter storm in any of the mid-western states!