Yes, Pattye, enjoying very much the research; developing a much more intense love for pearls . . . not just because of my mother's love for them (and the Breck girls - nicker nicker - - she always said, Don't forget when have grown into a young lady, even through your whole life, use the Breck girls for your model in the way you style your hair, do makeup, dress, and wear jewelry . . . simple PEARL STRAND).
Speaking of simple . . . but not boring, I went to Pattye's website and looked at her creations. Wow ! I am in love with the KOI piece . . . hot, lipstick red, tons of passion and HUGE POTENTIAL to cause the wearer to be center of attention . . . yet somehow combined in harmony with "simple purity and ladylike elegance."I am impressed. I'll bet if those Breck girls were still around these days, they would wear that necklace.
Re Ashley's comment . . . I read that nowadays types of oysters with certain colors specifically bred into them are fed special nutrients (??? God only knows ... maybe steroids) and are allowed only 6 to 9 months before the pearl is taken. Yipes.
And, Caitlin, I am happy to hear about interest in the research I am doing. Will post some info this weekend.
Best to Pearl Friends,
Laura
Darn, I can't help it . . . I'm sending another post with Pattye's stunning and very sensuous Do Da Koi (did I remember the Koi's name right?)
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