Tomoko Shiine

Transmitter Quartz Crystal

You would feel like as if you were in the magnificent gigantic cathedral. However, it was NOT a cathedral, as its ceiling and walls and every other structure were made out of shiny transparent material like a glass. Perhaps it was more appropriate to say that the building was like a huge dome. ItsContinue reading “Transmitter Quartz Crystal”

Shallots and Cosmos

As soon as the sign of spring arrived, I bought a punnet of shallot seedlings and planted them in my garden. Those seedlings were very thin, like needles, and feeble. I made holes for them first, then placed each seedling in the hole, and then, put the soil back in with great care. Finally, IContinue reading “Shallots and Cosmos”

Connecting The Heaven and The Earth: The Bridge Crystal

“This is called ‘the bridge crystal’. I am told that this connects the heaven and the earth.” He showed me that crystal. It had a fat, almost transparent body with a few white inclusions inside. It grows upwards to the right, but it also had a solid crystal on the bottom which held the topContinue reading “Connecting The Heaven and The Earth: The Bridge Crystal”

Why You Should NOT Grow Lavender In Your Garden

Bluish purple lavender flowers are keeping me busy right now. I took cuttings from my old lavender bush and propagated them a couple of years ago. Now in their second year of being in the ground, all my lavender bushes are well established and in full bloom. After the tiring day at work, I willContinue reading “Why You Should NOT Grow Lavender In Your Garden”

The Crystal and The Moon

Driving down to further south, on the road which runs near the ocean twisted around the escarpment, there stood one small antique shop, quite alone. Mrs. Hudson, the owner of the shop was a slightly mysterious lady, yet, at the same time, could be quite generous and friendly. Some lucky weekend city escapers could beContinue reading “The Crystal and The Moon”

Rose: Sentimental

I strongly believe that this is the rose which should be sent to ALL the women in the world. Why? Because it is heavenly. Heavenly, because there are so many petals which opens loosely yet elegantly, and its aroma fascinates anyone, who obtains just one of this roses. This is the art and preciousContinue reading “Rose: Sentimental”