I look forward to publishing my latest book, “Allure of the Stone,” soon – my tenth, which I can find hard to believe myself! I decided to do something different this time around—a compilation of short stories. The theme I chose is something close to my heart: Mother Earth’s stones, from rocks to crystals and precious gems. Being a bit of a chameleon, I include a cross-range of tales from the past, present, and future—even taking place on other planets.
We can learn many lessons from Earth’s precious stones, and it is innate in us to appreciate attractive items—although we are often guilty of placing too much emphasis on their intrinsic value rather than treasuring them for their true beauty. Ultimately, what they mean to us as individuals is what holds the weight, but there are always dilemmas for us; for example, is a worthless trinket given to you by someone you love more precious than a diamond by someone you have no feelings for?

When we find ourselves in awe of the glimmer and beauty of precious gems, we should remember that they are a part of this beautiful planet and deserve our appreciation and gratitude. Like each person, every stone is unique, and each has a story to tell.