Oleander Leaf bracelet Pearl The Olive Leaf earrings and

The Olive Leaf earrings and pendants were fabricated to honor this simplicity

As inquisitive as my new life in Mexico was

finding the positive from a difficult experience

It is such splendor to witness the tightly closed Mayapples emerging from Winter's browned dried leaves in the months of April and May in the woods

Wear either side close to your heart to remind you of your direction

Oleander Leaf bracelet Pearl The Olive Leaf earrings andI became acquainted with Oleander shrubbery during the 17 years I taught Metalsmithing in the Grand Cayman Islands. It grew lush around our workshop, framing our studio entrance with magenta blossoms and a sweet fragrance. Creating lush fencerows, these shrubs grow curiously close to the shore, seeming to drink from the salty Caribbean. The leaves, thick and leathery with distinct veins, are toxic if consumed, but a beautiful motif to design into