Amethysts...

... are my favourite stones; I find them calming and empowering. I seem to be a day behind at the moment - today was madly busy trying to drive places all day in dreadful traffic and weather, with little positive result, hence no blipportunity. Thought I'd go with my favourite ring instead.

"Violet has a calming effect upon the nervous system. Insomnia may be relieved by gently rubbing an amethyst on the temples or forehead, and can be used for tension and migraine headaches. It is one of the best to use for meditation. It is here to teach the lesson of humility, to 'Let go and let God.' Amethyst is very useful for people grieving over lost loved ones, as it subliminally communicates that there is no death. Amethyst is recommended for stimulating greater love, and attunement for healing forces. In directing the energy of the amethyst to the lungs, relief may be obtained for asthma and circulation problems. You can recharge your own energy by holding an amethyst over the crown chakra, third eye, or heart chakra. A very high vibration centered in love, balance, and harmony will be transferred. "