Thank you for your lovely reply @bley47 - I am glad that you found the article useful. and yes, in that respect - I completely agree with you - it is nicer to read something that has a personal touch, or is from someone you know or can relate to.

I have had a passion for topics like this since I was a little girl, so I will definitely write more - but I need to write them when I am feeling passionate about it at that time... as I am sure you can relate :)

As far as semi precious stones are concerned - I will definitely bookmark that one to write about it. They are a GREAT love of mine and I have learnt a lot about them over the years. So will tag you once again when I get down to writing it :)

Thank you again for the lovely comment. It is always greatly appreciated when getting such wonderfully positive feedback for something you have written... it is very very rewarding!