by Jean Tindle | Apr 24, 2019 | Crystal Musings, Front Page
To me, citrine is the stone that most captures the light of the sun in all of its radiance. In this season of the return of the sun, this is a particularly appropriate stone to focus on. I feature it periodically, because it is one of my favorite stones. One of my...
by Jean Tindle | Sep 26, 2018 | Crystal Musings, Uncategorized
Zyamara jasper is a stone that is new to me. It comes from Madagascar and the exotic name and location are reflected in these stunning stones. I looked into the stone deeply in order to feel my way into its story. I could see it swirling, drifting and forming pictures...
by Jean Tindle | Sep 20, 2018 | Crystal Musings, Front Page, Stone Stories
I just found this Indonesian Jasper at the Denver Gem and Mineral show. Although I know and love jasper, this one was new to me. It is a lovely green and red/pink color and I immediately felt its heart energy. When I sat down to listen to the stone I heard this first....
by Jean Tindle | Sep 4, 2018 | Crystal Musings, Front Page
One question I get asked all of the time about crystals is — “I am new to this, what are some good stones to use if you are just beginning?” My answer may vary from time to time, but one thing is constant: my favorite all-around tool is clear quartz. With...
by Jean Tindle | May 9, 2018 | Crystal Musings, Front Page, Stone Stories
Apophyllite is a stone I use for elevation. It sparkles out to the Universe with joy. To work with any stone, I first ask the stone how it wishes to be used. It will speak to me (or sometimes not) and I will simply write down what I hear and feel. When I sat with my...