During my life, I have received countless pieces of advice that I will always remember. The advice is usually geared towards relationships, success, and school. But, as a child, I received a piece of advice from my mom, Betsy, that I will always remember, and I can truly say that I will always live by. My mom has always told me that “no pearls, no power.” From that day, I have ALWAYS worn pearls!
Whether it is earrings, or a necklace, I always wear at least one piece of jewelry that is a pearl. It started as a way to please my mom when she bought them for me, but I have grown to LOVE pearls. It is a true statement that I am RARLEY seen without wearing my pearl earrings. The only time I will ever take them off is if I am sleeping or if I switch my earrings to add a little “spice” in my life.
I remember the first time I ever received real pearls, and it is a memory that I will never forget. Growing up in Miami, I realized that all the girls around me in kindergarten had their ears pierced. Everyday for weeks I BEGGED my mom to let me get my ears pierced! But she constantly told me I wasn’t old enough and that I would have to wait till I was 13 years old. My initial excitement of being able to get my ears pierced wore off and I was completely upset having to wait so long. Sweet Betsy did surprise me on day when I was 10 years old. For my birthday, my parents gave me a set of BEAUTIFUL pearl earrings. They said that these earrings would forever be my first pair of earrings…and how ironic they were pearls! I remember constantly opening the box just admiring the pearls and counting down the days till I was 13! Ever since I got my ears pierced, I have ALWAYS worn pearls.
One of my FAVORITE things about pearls is that they are PERFECT for both day and night. They are the perfect accent to wear to class, or wear out to my sorority’s Victory dance. Pearls are the ULTIMATE must have. They simply tie a simple outfit and an extravagant outfit together.
My favorite pair of pearl earrings actually came from one of my FAVORITE places in the world, (which I have already blogged about…hint, hint) THAILAND!!!! To this day, I still haven’t worn another pair of pearls. I know they will last a lifetime and will FOREVER be with me!
Always remember…no PEARLS, no POWER.
I own a pair of earrings, a necklace, and a ring. I love pearls and i will have these for the rest of my life. Can't wait until they are considered vintage!
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