Lazy Day of Summer

Here is one happy pig. Sunk in a basket of flowers and just chillin. I thought this was a colorful picture for the outdoors and for anyone who loves animals and has a pig for a pet.


This was painted on a stepping stone and measures 11 1/2 x 11 1/2 and weighs approximately 5 1/4 pounds. This would make a beautiful gift for someone who loves animals or just wants to spruce up their garden.


The pig is a mammal of stout body, short legs and thick skin sparsely coated with short bristles. Contrary to popular belief the pig is a very clean animal.

Pigs have an uncanny intelligence and love the companionship of humans. There easy to train and make excellent pets.

Domestic pigs demand punctuality and dependability especially at feeding time. They have swift movement and intuitively know how to respond in any situation. They are good swimmers and have great strength.

The pig is a strong symbol of luck. If you need more luck in financial matters, the pig provides prosperity in abundance.

This little guy is $30.00 and is waiting for a new home. Enjoy!

Pauline Libutti

Artist & Writer

http://www.RiverRockCritters.com/

Ruby Jewelry & Gemstones

Ancient Belief of Ruby Gemstones

Ancient Orientals believed that the ruby contained a spark of life -- "a deep drop of the heart's blood of Mother Earth" Eastern legends called ruby a “lamp stone” as it was self-luminous. It is said that once an emperor of China lighted his chamber with a large ruby & it glowed as bright as day.

Ruby is the red variety of the corundum mineral, ranks 9 on Mohs scale, sharing status with sapphire as the hardest gem after diamond. It is considered as one of the most valuable gemstone on our earth. With a wonderful color, excellent hardness & an overwhelming brilliance, ruby has been a much desired precious stone.

Meaning of Ruby Gemstones
The gemstone ruby represents the sun, ruler of all planets. Sun represents authority, power, self, body & health. The wearer of ruby enjoys wealth & property, name & fame in the political sphere & overall prosperity. He becomes virile and his will power and spirit is strengthened. He occupies a respected position in the society & is blessed with a son.

Ruby is the birthstone for the month of July and also for zodiac sign of Leo. It increases energy levels and will stimulate love if worn close to the heart. It protects sensitive natures, health and wealth, controls passion, stimulates blood circulation, gives calm sleep and takes away nightmares.

Pauline Libutti, RiverRock Critters.com
Copyright 2007 CraftyCritters Newsletter