July 19,2011

Working 12 hour shifts for the last few weeks so haven't had much going on elsewhere. I did have some company stop in for breakfast the other morning and decided to make some home-made pancakes with home-made brown syrup for a treat. This causes a rave as they told me those pancakes were better than McDonald's.I worked there many years ago here in Yarmouth cooking breakfast so guess I still have the knack for their quisine plus remember the secret ingredient.
I imagine if word gets out I'll have to start my own franchise... : )

I'm finding lots of white quartz stones with tiny points of clear quartz showing tiny holes on my favorite beach. Very pretty. I didn't know we had such things here till recently. My camera was lost also this last month and noone has turned it in at the Walmart yet where I accidently left it. Hoping to have a new digital one soon so pictures of these can be added.

Pyrite Find

Walking the beaches of my native Nova Scotia is always a joy for me. This week, after working a 12 hour shift. I stopped at one of my favorite 'haunts' and decided to walk towards the cliffs of Clare's coast. After walking a mile or so along the rocky beach I noticed there was a glimmer in the rock above me. Going over...lo and behold, there was a large pyrite deposit among the rock there. What a treat to see the veins of pryite working thru the black stone! I did find a sample to bring home for my collection too .A large piece had broken off and I now have this to remind me of the find : )

IRON PYRITE OR FOOLS GOLD HEALING STONES


Iron Pyrite or Fool's Gold: (with iron) One of the most grounding stones in use today. Conducting, Energizing, Increases Wealth. Used for focus, practicality, logic, memory, clearing fuzzy thinking/scatteredness etc. like Hematite. Helps Yellow Chakra: Stomach, intestines, ulcers; sulfur and mineral assimilation, circulation, body acidity imbalances, depression, illusions/lack of clarity about situations/people. Great for grounding spiciness after meditation/psychic readings. Represents Sun's golden energy. A mineralized crystal that forms in clusters of metallic like cubes. Color varies from a bright gold or brass to shades of copper or green. Found in most of North America as well as in Chile and Peru. "Fool's Gold". Beneficial to the respiratory and circulatory systems. Connected to the transfer of oxygen from the lungs to the bloodstream. Helps the skin protect itself from the elements, and also aids the digestive tract, lessening irritation by ingested toxins. The most important gift of Pyrite, though, is its ability to aid mental capacity. Helps to balance creative and intuitive impulses with scientific and practical ones. communication skills can also improve with the help of Pyrite, which eases anxiety and frustration. Strongly suggested for people who tackle large conceptual ideas in business, the arts, or education. Effective in attracting money to its owner. The stimulation of the mind can be enhanced by using Pyrite in conjunction with Fluorite and Calcite.

June 17 th, 2011

Well...I've been home most of this week and bored.Spent most of the time tending my garden, mowing the lawn, working with the horses and writing some new poetry for a up-coming book called "Thru Crystal Air" which is a collaberation of many poets thru out North America and beyond!

I've been cooking, too, which usually I eat on the run with work and chores. I took the extra time to make home-made bread yesterday and today rice pudding. Both turned out very yummy so thought I would share that pudding recipe with my facebook friends ♥

Beverly's Easy Scrumpious Rice Pudding : )

Combine 1 1/2 cups of cooked rice, 1 1/2 cups milk, 4 tablespoons white sugar 1/2 reaspoon salt and dash of cinnamon & nutmeg in a sauce pan. Cook on medium heat for 15 minutes stirring constantly so it won't stick. Then ad 1 egg ( beaten) mixed with 1/2 cup of milk. Cook for 2 more minutes then add 1 Tablespoon of butter, 1 teaspoon of vanilla. Add 1/2 cup of raisins if desired ♥ Pour into 4 serving dished (1/2 cup servings0 and sprinkle with cinnamon. Cool then eat!

Pairings Event

I had a great time today at the Annual Pairing event at the local Yarmouth Museum. This was my second time participating. This year, in honor of the 250th birthday of Yarmouth, we choose artifacts from the Yarmouth Musuem for our subject. there were many interesting things to choose from. Shirley Hatfield and myself choose a beautiful recreation of a dress made from Oriental fabric. The dress also has a journal from the Captain of the vessel which brought it to Yarmouth and can be viewed at the Museum.

It was very nice to have a large gathering to view the many paintings of local artists and lisiten to the poetry and short stories from our Write-away group. The exhibit will be available for viewing till July 30th ♥






Silken Blossoms

by Beverly Pinkney





Tenderly he took her by a small hand

moving with the crimson gold of the silk’s soft swish.

To the dance floor they went as others panned

giving themselves up tto the music's bliss.

Her Captain moved her into the dance.

One long year she'ld awaited his ship's return

the garment she had worn by chance,

came from the Orient was quickly discerned.



Her red and gold cherry blossom dress

swayed softly to the walz that filled the Hall's air.

So sadly, his kindness and love she had missed

from World's apart: together again now they could share.



For the story of the silk blossoms told

of adventures and many happy times of Old.

May 2011 Up-date

Its May 20th already...we're had almost 2 weeks of rain and only 2 chances to mow grass...thankfully I was able to both times! Everything is nice and green but my seeds I've planted have gone moldy mostly. Those plants transplanted into the garden are doing great though so not a total loss at gardening yet ☼ My newest grand daughter, Payton, was born May 11th at 8lbs 11ozs. A beautiful girl with a smile yet like mommie Tiffany had as a baby ♥
I've added to my collection of healing stones this month.
I was able to get out to the beach off port Maitland at the first of the month and luckly to find a beautiful White Quartz geode which weights about 10 lbs! Forutnately also I was able to carry it the 20 minutes back to my car...THANK YOU UNIVERSE ; )
I also aquire a Celestite geode to add to my collection of healing stones from a local seller's on-line store named The Purple Vortex. Its a beautiful stone which has many healing qualities.
quote-"Its known to expand creativity and the expression of such through initiating ease of communication with the higher realms, Celestite has often been used by those in the arts. It is believed that the stone decreased negativity by putting an end to stress, anxiety, worry and fear, while helping to put a focus on the spiritual, thus attracting goodness and purity. It has been known to accelerate spiritual development, stimulate clairvoyant communication, aid in dream recall and astral travel, and to bring one a general sense of peace."

I've also just finished a poem titled 'Silken Blossoms' for the June 4th pairing exhibit at the Yarmouth Museum. Hoping local friends can come out and enjoy all the lovely work of local artist and poets.

Celeslite Geode

White Quartz Geode

April Up-date ♥

I can't believe its been a month sense I've up-dated...! I've completed my move to Lake Darling on March 28 and just love it! I have a beautiful view and all my critters are getting used to the New surroundings. I've also have had time to enjoy my new surroundings as work at the Plant has been a bit slow but will soon be 12 hour shifts again...(((sigh)))
I got to met the new owners of Churchill Mansion today. Their working hard to get it renovated. Lots to do but the Mansion looks awesome so far. Heres a link to their "like" page on facebook.com.

Churchill Mansion
I'm still doing Spiritual readings at home plus booking at the Whole You Shop in Yarmouth. Just ask for me when you call for a appointment. If anyone wants to contact me about what I offer my number is 902-649-2310

News on Ferry Service...

March 22, 2011

McNeil Commits to Re-establishing a Yarmouth - US Ferry Service
(Halifax, NS) Liberal leader Stephen McNeil told the audience at the Yarmouth and Area Chamber of Commerce luncheon today that a Liberal government would commit a financial investment to an international ferry link between Yarmouth and New England.

"There is no question the decision to abruptly end the subsidy for the ferry was short sighted and has had, and will continue to have, a negative impact on southwestern Nova Scotia and beyond," McNeil said during his speech. "This ferry has proven to be a critical transportation and economic link for all of Nova Scotia."

"Let me be clear. Our caucus and our party want to return an international ferry service to Yarmouth - a Liberal government would commit to an investment for a viable ferry operation."

While the Liberal leader intends to push the Federal government to provide matching funds, he said he would also ensure that a process was in place for all stakeholders to be involved in the approval and selection of a ferry.

"The people in communities across Nova Scotia know what conditions they need to create growth and jobs," said McNeil. "The people in southwestern Nova Scotia know that a ferry link is crucial to those conditions."